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The Economic Development Administration (EDA), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, has announced that it received petitions from several firms seeking eligibility for Trade Adjustment Assistance. The EDA is investigating whether increased imports into the U.S. have led to job losses or decreased sales for these firms. The public can request a hearing on this matter by submitting a written request within ten days of the notice's publication. These actions are part of the Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms program under the Trade Act of 1974.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) of the Department of Transportation is considering a request to allow a foreign-built vessel named VALKYRIE, intended for passenger sailing charters, to operate in the coastwise trade near Honolulu, Hawaii. The vessel would carry no more than twelve passengers, and MARAD is seeking public comments on whether this would negatively impact U.S. vessel builders or companies that operate U.S.-flag vessels. Interested parties can submit their comments until January 6, 2025, through various methods, including online at regulations.gov. MARAD will only approve the request if it determines there is no adverse effect on U.S. businesses as per relevant regulations.

The Rural Utilities Service, a part of the USDA, is inviting applications for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) grants for fiscal year 2025. This program aims to fund projects that enhance education and healthcare services through technology in rural areas, with an estimated $40 million available. Applications must be submitted online by March 6, 2024. The grants require a 15% funding match, and successful projects could receive between $50,000 to $1,000,000, provided they meet certain eligibility and criteria.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is proposing to approve new reliability standards related to frequency and voltage settings, known as PRC-024-4 and PRC-029-1. These standards, submitted by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), aim to ensure that electric generators and other inverter-based resources (IBRs) can handle changes in electrical disturbances without shutting down unexpectedly. FERC is seeking public comments on the proposal and plans to direct NERC to provide detailed information on any granted exemptions, especially for older equipment that can't easily meet the new requirements. Comments on this proposal are due by March 24, 2025.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on the proposed and ongoing collection of information through Form 712, Life Insurance Statement. This initiative is part of their effort to minimize paperwork and the burden on respondents, as guided by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The IRS is interested in feedback regarding the necessity, accuracy, quality, and clarity of the information collection, as well as suggestions for reducing the burden, including the possibility of electronic submissions. Comments should be submitted by April 21, 2025, to be considered.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued an amendment to the Presidential declaration of a major disaster specifically for Public Assistance to the Havasupai Tribe due to flooding that occurred on August 22-23, 2024. This amendment, dated December 3, 2024, extends the deadline for submitting applications for physical damage loans to January 17, 2025. The economic injury loan application deadline remains July 25, 2025. The amendment does not change any other parts of the original disaster declaration.

The U.S. Small Business Administration has issued a notice about a federal disaster declaration for certain areas in Alaska due to severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from November 30 to December 2, 2020. Non-profit organizations providing essential services can apply for disaster loans. The deadline to submit physical loan applications is April 19, 2021, and for economic injury loans, it is November 17, 2021. Key affected areas include Chatham REAA, Juneau, Haines Borough, Skagway, and Petersburg Borough.

The U.S. Small Business Administration has issued a notice about a major disaster declaration for the state of Maryland due to Tropical Storm Isaias. This disaster declaration allows certain Private Non-Profit organizations that offer essential government-like services to apply for loans to help with physical and economic damages. The storm took place from August 3 to August 4, 2020, and the affected counties include Calvert, Dorchester, and Saint Mary's. The deadline for physical loan applications is April 5, 2021, and for economic injury loan applications, it's November 4, 2021.

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) has announced that it received petitions from several firms requesting Trade Adjustment Assistance due to increased imports affecting their businesses. The EDA is investigating whether these imports have led to job loss or reduced sales for these firms. Interested parties can request a public hearing on the matter by contacting the EDA within ten days of this notice. The process follows guidelines outlined in the Trade Act of 1974.

The Department of Commerce is planning to send a request to the Office of Management and Budget to approve information collection related to construction investments. This is linked to programs aimed at improving public infrastructure to create jobs and support economic growth. They are asking the public and federal agencies to comment on this proposal to help reduce the burden on those required to provide this information. Comments can be submitted within 30 days of the notice's publication.