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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule that provides an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of the Bacillus thuringiensis Cry1B.34 protein in corn. This means that the Cry1B.34 protein, used as a Plant-Incorporated Protectant (PIP) in various types of corn, does not require a specific maximum residue level. After evaluating the available safety data, the EPA concluded that the protein is safe and poses no significant risk to human health, including for infants and children. This exemption eliminates the need for numerical limits on Cry1B.34 protein residues, allowing its use without the traditional tolerance requirement.

The U.S. Small Business Administration has issued Amendment 6 to the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Florida, initially declared due to Hurricane Helene. The amendment extends the deadline for applying for loans to cover physical damages until January 7, 2025, while the deadline for Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) applications is set for June 30, 2025. Individuals and businesses affected by the disaster can apply for loans through the MySBA Loan Portal. All other details from the original declaration remain unchanged.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has updated its previous disaster declaration for North Dakota that was initially made on April 1, 2020. This update, effective January 20, 2021, assigns Nancy J. Dragani as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Lee K. dePalo. Several Federal Domestic Assistance programs are associated with this disaster declaration, providing support such as community disaster loans and housing assistance for individuals. The notice was issued by Robert J. Fenton, the Senior Official performing duties for FEMA's Administrator.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated the major disaster declaration for New Jersey, initially issued on March 25, 2020, due to a significant change effective December 13, 2020. David Maurstad has been appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer for the disaster, replacing Thomas Von Essen. The notice also lists various assistance programs available, such as Community Disaster Loans and Disaster Housing Assistance, using specific Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Numbers for reporting and fund allocation purposes.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice amending the major disaster declaration for South Carolina. This amendment, dated October 21, 2024, adds Kershaw and Lancaster Counties to the list of areas eligible for Public Assistance, including direct Federal assistance, as previously declared by the President on September 29, 2024. The document also lists specific federal programs that can be used for funding and support, such as Community Disaster Loans and Disaster Housing Assistance. Deanne Criswell, Administrator of FEMA, approved this amendment.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice to change some details in a previous major disaster declaration for Puerto Rico. David Maurstad has been appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Thomas Von Essen. This change was made on December 13, 2020, and involves various federal assistance programs for disaster relief. The notice provides information about the applicable federal assistance catalog numbers for reporting and funds distribution.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking public comments on a new information collection related to noise barriers along highways, as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice invites feedback on the necessity and accuracy of the information collection and suggests ways to make the process more efficient. Comments can be submitted by March 3, 2021, through different channels, including an online portal, fax, mail, or in person. The goal is to update and manage data on noise barriers to help state highway agencies and other stakeholders.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has issued an amendment to a major disaster declaration for New York State originally made in March 2020. This amendment, effective December 13, 2020, replaces Thomas Von Essen with David Maurstad as the Federal Coordinating Officer for the disaster. The notice includes various federal assistance programs available for disaster relief, such as Community Disaster Loans and Hazard Mitigation Grants. The notice provides necessary details for further contact and guidance regarding this amendment.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice amending a previous disaster declaration for the U.S. Virgin Islands, initially dated October 25, 2024. This amendment involves a change in the appointment of the Federal Coordinating Officer, with David Miller Jr. replacing Lai Sun Yee. The change took effect on October 22, 2024. Additionally, the notice provides a list of federal assistance programs available for the disaster, identified by their Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) numbers.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued an amendment to a major disaster declaration for North Carolina. This amendment, dated October 15, 2024, adds several counties to those eligible for disaster assistance after a major event was declared by the President on September 28, 2024. These counties, including Cabarrus, Cherokee, and Forsyth, can now receive Individual Assistance and have access to federal aid for debris removal and emergency measures. Swain County, previously designated for certain types of assistance, now also qualifies for permanent work assistance.