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The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) announced a request for public comments on certain federal agency records schedules. These schedules propose how long records should be kept before they can be disposed of if they are no longer needed for government operations. Anyone interested can view these schedules and submit comments through regulations.gov or by email until March 17, 2025. After reviewing the comments, any changes to the proposed schedules will be made before final approval by the Archivist of the United States.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is announcing that certain federal agencies are requesting permission to dispose of records that they no longer need, and they are inviting the public to comment on these proposals. These records schedules are published in the Federal Register and on regulations.gov, where the public can view each schedule and submit comments. The list includes schedules from agencies such as the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy. All comments submitted will be publicly available, and after reviewing them, NARA may adjust the schedules before approving them for implementation.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is asking for public comments on an Information Collection Request (ICR) before submitting it for approval. This request is related to the Passenger Equipment Safety Standards, which help ensure the safety of passenger trains. The FRA wants feedback on whether these information collection activities are necessary, if their burden estimates are accurate, and ways to improve or minimize the burden of these activities. Interested parties can submit their comments by May 20, 2025, through the website www.regulations.gov.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), acting on behalf of the Secretary of Transportation, is considering a request involving the coastwise use of a foreign-built vessel that carries up to 12 passengers for hire. MARAD seeks public comments to assess whether this use could negatively impact U.S. shipbuilders or businesses that operate U.S.-built vessels. Comments must be submitted by May 23, 2025, and can be made through the regulations.gov portal using the docket number MARAD-2025-0014. All comments, including those containing personal information, will be publicly accessible unless specially marked as confidential.

The Federal Acquisition Service, part of the General Services Administration, has issued a notice seeking comments on extending the use of a form called the Standard Form (SF) 123, which is used to transfer surplus federal personal property to various public agencies and organizations. This form allows state agencies to donate surplus items to non-profit and public entities like educational programs and airports. The notice highlights the need for public input on the necessity and efficiency of this information collection, as well as any suggestions for improvement. Comments must be submitted by March 17, 2025, through regulations.gov.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), under the Department of Homeland Security, has released the finalized Version 5.0 of the Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide. This guide is designed to simplify the process of determining eligibility for the Public Assistance Program by consolidating policies and incorporating external FEMA resources. It emphasizes reducing paperwork and supports the rebuilding of disaster-hit communities with cost-effective hazard mitigation measures. Version 5.0 will be applicable to incidents declared on or after January 6, 2025, and is accessible online through FEMA’s site and the regulations.gov website.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has received a request regarding the use of a foreign-built vessel, M/V Island Love, in the U.S. coastwise trade, which involves carrying no more than twelve passengers for hire. The administration is seeking public comments to assess whether this proposal could negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-built vessels. Comments must be submitted by May 27, 2025, and can be sent via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail to the Department of Transportation. Full details and instructions for submitting comments are available in the MARAD-2025-0059 docket on the regulations.gov website.

The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and NASA are seeking public comments on the renewal and extension of an information collection about "place of performance" related to federal government acquisitions. This involves understanding whether contractors plan to use facilities or plants that differ from their main address, which helps determine responsibility and price reasonableness in government contracts. The public can submit comments until March 16, 2021, through the website regulations.gov. The information collected has been approved for use until May 31, 2021, and the agencies propose extending this approval for three more years.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a regulation to address the health risks associated with a chemical called C.I. Pigment Violet 29 (PV29), as part of their assessment under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Initially, the comment period for this proposal was scheduled to end on February 28, 2025, but it has now been extended by 60 days, giving the public until April 29, 2025, to submit their feedback. The purpose of this extension is to allow stakeholders more time to review the materials and provide their comments. To participate, the public can submit comments online at regulations.gov and should refer to the ID number EPA-HQ-OPPT-2021-0277.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that it received a petition for rulemaking from the American Apparel & Footwear Association. The petition requests changes to allow digital labeling of apparel, pursuant to the authority under the Wool Act and Fiber Act. The FTC has published the petition online and is inviting public comments until April 18, 2025. The comments will help the FTC decide whether to take further action on the petition.