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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has revised the air quality standards for sulfur dioxide (SO₂) to better protect the environment. The previous standard had a three-hour measurement period, but now it is an annual average over three years, limited to 10 parts per billion (ppb). The EPA decided to keep the existing standards for nitrogen oxides and particulate matter the same. This update comes after reviewing scientific evidence and public feedback to ensure the standards protect public wellness without being too strict.

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is proposing to remove certain products, specifically marking flags, from the Procurement List. These products were supplied by nonprofit agencies that employ individuals who are blind or have severe disabilities. Public comments on this proposal are invited and must be submitted by March 30, 2025. Interested parties can contact Michael R. Jurkowski for more information or to submit comments via phone or email.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has requested the Secretary of the Interior to withdraw approximately 1,043.57 acres of public land in Clark County, Nevada, from mining and leasing under certain laws for 20 years to protect a utility and transportation corridor for future infrastructure and public services. This proposal aims to prevent conflicting land uses and facilitate orderly development. The public has until April 15, 2025, to comment on the proposal or request a public meeting. Until January 15, 2027, the land is temporarily protected from mining and leasing, but mineral materials can still be disposed of under certain conditions.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is inviting Tribal Nations and related communities to comment on a new treaty adopted by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) regarding Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Traditional Knowledge (GR and ATK). The USPTO is holding virtual webinars and requesting written feedback on whether the U.S. should sign this treaty, which could affect patent rules by requiring disclosure of GR and ATK sources. The sessions aim to gather input on how the treaty aligns with U.S. laws and its potential impacts on innovation. Written comments are due by April 28, 2025.

In accordance with the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, the Department of Commerce is beginning its five-year reviews, known as Sunset Reviews, of certain antidumping and countervailing duty orders and suspended investigations. These reviews are conducted to determine if duties should continue or be revoked. The International Trade Commission is publishing a concurrent notice on the same subject. Interested parties must submit specific documents if they wish to participate, with submissions required within set deadlines after publication in the Federal Register.

Lilly del Caribe, Inc. has submitted a request to the Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board for new production activities at its facility in Carolina, Puerto Rico. This request involves using specific foreign materials, including orforglipron, which may require certain duty payments based on their origin. Public comments on the proposed production activity are invited until March 24, 2025. The proposed activities and materials need to be approved by the Board and are required to be entered into the FTZ in privileged foreign status due to international trade regulations.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), part of the Interior Department, is proposing to withdraw over 308,000 acres of federal land in Nye County, Nevada, from mining and leasing activities for 20 years to protect cultural, recreational, and biological resources. This proposal includes a 90-day public comment period and a public meeting scheduled for February 27, 2025, at the Amargosa Community Center. The withdrawal would also apply to approximately 40,000 acres of non-federal land if acquired by the U.S. during this time. The lands will still be available for other uses, like mineral material disposals, during the withdrawal period.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Bridge Creek Area Allotment Management Plans in southeastern Oregon. This document considers whether to issue 10-year grazing permits and approve management plans for four allotments. The proposed plans discuss adjusting grazing boundaries, animal unit months, and addressing issues like wildfire risk and unauthorized grazing. The BLM is exploring five alternatives, ranging from issuing permits similar to those previously issued to no action being taken. Public comments will be considered, with a 45-day submission window after the EIS is published by the Environmental Protection Agency.

The City of Conroe, Texas, has submitted a request to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board on behalf of Unimacts Company for production activities involving steel products at their facility in Conroe, Texas, within FTZ 265. The proposed activities include handling various types of flat-rolled steel and adding them to the company's existing production authority. Some of the materials may be subject to duties under specific trade laws, requiring specific status in the FTZ. The public is invited to comment on this proposal by February 18, 2025, and more information is available on the Board's website.

ZF Transmissions Gray Court LLC has submitted a notification for planned production activities at its facilities in Gray Court and Fountain Inn, South Carolina. This notification, which follows the Foreign-Trade Zones Board's regulations, outlines the use of specific foreign-status materials and the manufacturing of various electric vehicle components like transmissions and electric drives. Certain materials may face import duties depending on their country of origin. Interested parties can send their comments via email to the Board's Executive Secretary by June 2, 2025.