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The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA are requesting public comments on a proposed revision and renewal related to small business size rerepresentation as per the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves contractors updating their small business status in the System for Award Management under certain conditions, like mergers or contract changes. The feedback is sought to determine the necessity and utility of the information collection, its burden estimate accuracy, and ways to improve the process. Comments must be submitted by April 5, 2021, and information on how to do so is provided through the regulations.gov website.

The Department of Justice has proposed a consent decree related to a lawsuit against XTO Energy, Inc. for a 2018 gas well blowout in Ohio that released thousands of tons of methane. Under the proposed agreement, XTO would pay $8 million in penalties, conduct an audit of its operations, and undertake projects to reduce methane emissions. The public is invited to comment on this proposal within 30 days of its announcement. The decree can be reviewed online, and comments may be submitted by email or mail.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is inviting public comments on its plan to renew an information collection about the availability of Jones Act vessels. This renewal request is submitted to the Office of Management and Budget and is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process. The collection helps MARAD determine if there are enough U.S. flag vessels available for coastwise transport when requests for waivers of the Jones Act are made. Public comments can be submitted via a government website, and the process is designed to ensure that businesses or individuals affected by these determinations can voice their opinions.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is withdrawing a previous plan to propose new regulations under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 about the incidental take of migratory birds. This move is in line with an order from the Secretary of the Interior titled “Unleashing American Energy.” The initial notice was published in the Federal Register on October 4, 2021, and allowed public comments until December 3, 2021. The official withdrawal was documented on April 21, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a new Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This request, titled General Performance Reporting for Assistance Programs, aims to gather information from entities receiving financial assistance from the EPA to better manage and evaluate its programs. Public comments on this collection request are encouraged and may be submitted until January 9, 2025. The request involves collecting performance reports, including work plans and interim and final reports, from approximately 2,662 respondents annually, with an estimated total burden of 87,088 hours each year.

The General Services Administration (GSA) is inviting public comments on a proposal to extend the use of GSA Form 3453, which is needed to request the use of public space in federal buildings and on federal grounds for various activities. The proposal is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process, which requires the Regulatory Secretariat Division to seek approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). People can submit comments and suggestions regarding this proposal, especially about its necessity and accuracy, until May 13, 2025. For further details, individuals can contact Ms. Karen Handsfield at the GSA.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for several communities. These proposals may involve changes to areas considered at risk of flooding, shown on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and in Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports. Communities need to adopt these updates to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The updated documents will also help determine flood insurance rates for new buildings. Comments on these proposals must be submitted by June 1, 2021.

The Department of Commerce will submit a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of revised forms related to occupational health, safety, and readiness in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This request is part of a regular review process aimed at reducing the public's reporting burden, per the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Public comments are invited on the proposed revisions, especially regarding the changes to the Health Services Questionnaire used by NOAA to ensure comprehensive medical histories for personnel on NOAA vessels. These forms help NOAA's Office of Marine and Aviation Operations ensure that personnel are medically ready for deployment and can prevent and manage health issues in difficult operating conditions.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) announced the availability of Amendment 55 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery in the South Atlantic. This amendment proposes removing the yellowmouth grouper from its current grouper complex and forming a new complex with scamp, while setting new rules and catch limits to rebuild the species' populations. The amendment aims to prevent overfishing, achieve optimum yield, and minimize negative impacts on fishing communities. Public comments on the amendment are invited until May 16, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking comments on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations that affect certain communities. These changes might adjust flood areas, flood depths, or other related criteria on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are important for managing floodplain areas. The public can inspect these proposals online and at local map repositories, and comments should be submitted by June 24, 2025. The determinations help communities comply with floodplain management standards as part of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).