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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.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting Boeing 737 series airplanes (-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 models) following reports of cracks in the frame inner chord and web at station 727. To prevent potential structural integrity issues, this AD mandates thorough inspections and repairs, if necessary, within a specified timeframe. This rule will go into effect on March 17, 2025, and aims to ensure continued air safety by addressing these structural concerns promptly.

The Interior Department's Bureau of Land Management is proposing to withdraw about 1,805 acres of public land in Las Vegas Valley, Nevada, from settlement and sale under public land and mining laws for up to 20 years. This is to protect the natural and cultural resources associated with the Las Vegas Tribe of Paiute Indians. The lands would remain managed by the Bureau of Land Management and are currently segregated from these activities for up to two years during the proposal's processing. The public has until April 14, 2025, to submit comments or request a public meeting on this withdrawal proposal.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking input from the public about the World Intellectual Property Organization's (WIPO) Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional Knowledge. The office is interested in opinions on whether the U.S. should sign and implement the Treaty, its consistency with U.S. patent law, and its potential impact on innovation, businesses, and the economy. Written comments are due by March 18, 2025, and a hearing will be held on April 29, 2025, which can be attended in person or online.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reviewing a new information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves FM broadcasters using boosters to originate programming for brief periods, allowing different content from the main station's broadcasts. The FCC seeks public comments on the necessity and impact of this information collection, addressing concerns like reducing paperwork, ensuring accurate burden estimates, and utilizing technology to decrease respondent burden. Additionally, broadcasters must meet specific notification requirements and certifications related to the Emergency Alert System and public interest considerations.

The FAA has issued a final airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Model PC-12/47E airplanes to address a safety issue. The problem stems from inboard flap fairings with an incorrect shape, potentially leading to chafing with a tension rod, which could cause a failure in the flap system and reduce airplane control. The AD requires inspections of the affected parts to check for chafing and to ensure the correct shape; corrective actions must be taken if necessary. The rule applies to specific serial numbers and outlines inspection requirements, with expected compliance costs detailed.

The Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on a revised information collection called the Treasury International Capital Form SLT. This form involves reporting data on the buying, selling, and changes in the value of long-term securities by U.S. and foreign residents. The revision aims to improve data accuracy by collecting all information from a single source and reducing the paperwork burden on custodians. The updated form will become effective from February 2022, and the Treasury requests feedback on its necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce respondent burdens before March 29, 2021.

The Department of Commerce is starting its automatic five-year reviews, known as "Sunset Reviews," according to the Tariff Act of 1930. These reviews check on certain trade orders related to antidumping and countervailing duties, which are taxes on foreign goods priced below fair value. The International Trade Commission is also releasing a similar notice. Parties interested in participating need to submit specific documents within deadlines outlined by the department's rules.