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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that it received approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a collection of information titled the "National Agriculture and Food Defense Strategy Survey". This approval was granted under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and is valid until November 30, 2027. The survey is designed to gather information and support strategic planning in agriculture and food defense. The approval is marked with the OMB control number 0910-0855.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is suggesting that the Sacramento Metro area in California has met the ozone air quality standards set in 2008 by the deadline of December 31, 2024. This decision is based on air quality data collected from 2022 to 2024. If this proposal is finalized, certain air quality contingency measures that were required in case of air quality standard violations would no longer be necessary. The EPA is currently seeking public comments on this proposal until April 21, 2025, before making a final decision.

In a Notice of Inquiry, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking new information and viewpoints from stakeholders regarding the certification of new interstate natural gas transportation facilities. This initiative is an effort to explore potential changes in their policies, especially concerning the necessity of proposed projects, environmental impacts, and the effects on communities, including those focused on environmental justice. FERC is also interested in improving the efficiency of the certification process and invites comments on several related questions, due by April 26, 2021, providing guidance on how stakeholders can submit their opinions.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is planning to end the receivership for a certain institution, which means it will no longer oversee its liquidation process. The FDIC has completed the sale of the institution's assets and will distribute the final payments to creditors using the remaining funds. Affected parties have 30 days from the notice date to submit written comments about the termination. This decision is made under the authority provided by U.S. law and aims to conclude the receivership now that it no longer serves a useful purpose.

On January 28, 2025, Low Head Hydro M 18, LLC applied for a preliminary permit to study the possibility of building a hydropower project at the Mississippi River Lock and Dam 18 across Des Moines County, IA, and Henderson County, IL. This permit would give them priority to apply for a full license, but it doesn't allow any construction or land changes. The project would feature various components including a powerhouse, turbines, control building, and transmission lines with an expected annual energy generation of 126,800 megawatt-hours. Comments or competing applications for this project are due within 60 days of the notice's publication.

Low Head Hydro M 13, LLC., has filed an application for a preliminary permit to study the feasibility of constructing a hydropower project at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Mississippi River Lock and Dam 13 in Iowa and Illinois. The proposed project would include a powerhouse with three turbines, a substation, access roads, and transmission lines, aiming to generate approximately 94,500 megawatt-hours annually. This permit would not allow any construction or land use without permission; it simply grants priority for filing a license application later. Comments or competing applications can be submitted within 60 days of this notice's issuance.

The Departments of Treasury, Labor, and Health and Human Services have decided to withdraw a proposed rule related to coverage for certain preventive services, including contraceptive services under the Affordable Care Act. This proposed rule aimed to address issues concerning religious objections to contraceptive coverage. They received over 44,000 comments and decided that they need more time to consider these inputs and focus on other priorities before proceeding with any new regulations. The withdrawal does not stop the possibility of proposing similar rules in the future.

Premium Energy Holdings, LLC has applied for a preliminary permit from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to explore the feasibility of the Ashokan Pumped Storage Project in Ulster County, New York. The proposal includes options for constructing new dams for an upper reservoir, using the existing Ashokan Reservoir as the lower reservoir, and building a new powerhouse and transmission lines. The permit, if granted, only gives the company priority to apply for a license but does not allow any land-disturbing activities. The deadline for public comments or competing applications is 60 days from the notice's issuance date. Information about the project and application details can be found on FERC's website.

Stirling T. Hebenstreit applied for a preliminary permit to study the feasibility of generating energy from deep ocean pressure in Commencement Bay, Washington. The proposed project involves a floating steel barge, intake systems, a turbine, and generator, with plans to store energy using sodium-ion battery banks. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking comments and interventions from the public regarding this application, with a deadline of 60 days from the notice's issuance. Interested parties can find more details and submit comments through FERC's eFiling system or by addressing a letter to their office.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued a notice for a 30-day public comment period regarding a proposed information collection for evaluating EnVision Centers. These centers aim to help low-income individuals achieve self-sufficiency by offering combined services in economic empowerment, educational advancement, health and wellness, and character and leadership. HUD plans to gather information through interviews with stakeholders to understand how these centers are selected and developed. HUD encourages the public to provide feedback on the necessity, usefulness, and burden of this information collection.