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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is inviting public comments on a proposed rule change concerning the licensing of new nuclear power reactors. The aim of the changes is to make licensing more consistent, efficient, and clear, while reducing the need for exemptions and amendments. The NRC plans to hold a public meeting to explain the rule change and gather input. People can submit comments until April 14, 2021.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from ACI Tygart Valley requesting permission to use alternative respirable dust protection equipment at the Leer Mine, due to the discontinuation of previously used equipment. They propose to use the 3M Versaflo TR-800 and CleanSpace EX Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) as replacements, despite these not being MSHA-approved. ACI Tygart Valley argues that the proposed equipment provides equivalent safety measures and includes training and inspection protocols to ensure miner safety. MSHA will consider public comments on this proposed modification until April 21, 2025.

A petition has been submitted by ACI Tygart Valley to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting a modification to the current safety standards for the Leer Mine in West Virginia. The petition asks to use new respiratory protective equipment, specifically the 3M Versaflo TR-800 and CleanSpace EX powered air purifying respirators, as an alternative to existing equipment that is no longer available. Even though these new respirators are not MSHA-approved, the petitioner argues that they provide equivalent safety standards. The petition includes detailed safety and operational conditions, and public comments are invited until April 21, 2025.

Wolf Run Mining, LLC submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting a change to the safety standards for their Leer South Mine. They want to use new types of air purifying respirators, the 3M Versaflo TR-800 and CleanSpace EX, instead of the discontinued 3M Airstream. These respirators are not MSHA-approved, but the company believes they provide equal or better protection and are safe to use. The proposal involves specific training, inspection, and maintenance procedures to ensure safety, especially in areas where methane gas might be present.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Mingo Logan Coal, LLC, seeking to use new respirators for miners at the Mountaineer II Mine in West Virginia. The company wants to use the 3M Versaflo TR-800 and CleanSpace EX Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) near certain mining areas as these new models offer better protection and comfort for miners working in dusty conditions. The petition includes detailed procedures to ensure safety standards are maintained, even though the respirators are not approved by MSHA. Mingo Logan Coal claims that the new respirators offer the same level of safety as existing standards.

The Coast Guard is proposing to remove a security zone regulation for Rattlesnake, Tampa, FL, because the Chemical Formulators Chlorine Facility there is no longer operating. This change would lift existing restrictions on vessel movement in the area. The public is invited to share their comments on the proposal by April 14, 2025, through the Federal Decision-Making Portal. The proposal aims to update the security measures to reflect current needs, with no significant economic impact expected on small entities.

The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a final rule with a correcting amendment to update special local regulations for marine events in the Fifth District. Initially, they could not include Tiki Lee's Shootout on the River High Speed Power Boat Event and Air Show due to an error. This amendment fixes that mistake by officially adding the event to the list in the Federal Register. The change is effective as of March 26, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings related to electric rate changes and exempt wholesale generator statuses. These filings, submitted on February 18, 2025, by various companies including Roaring Springs Solar, LLC, NRG Power Marketing LLC, and others, pertain to amendments in tariff records, the establishment of new agreements, and changes to rate schedules. Interested parties have until 5 p.m. ET on March 11, 2025, to comment or intervene in these proceedings, with more detailed information available on the FERC website.

The U.S. Department of Commerce invites public comments on whether certain scientific instruments, which various universities propose to import duty-free, are available domestically. These instruments are mainly lasers and microscopes intended for advanced scientific research in fields like quantum physics, materials science, and biological studies. The applicants include prestigious institutions like Harvard University, University of Colorado, and Duke University, all claiming no equivalent U.S.-made instruments exist. The deadline for written comments is May 1, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received various filings related to electricity matters, including applications for authorization, self-certifications, changes in status, and tariff filings. Notable applications include those from companies seeking market-based rate authority and entities like Hamilton Liberty LLC, Dodge Flat Solar, Prairie State Solar, and others for generator applications. Interested parties are reminded to submit any interventions or protests by the specified comment dates to become part of the proceedings. The filings are accessible through FERC's eLibrary for more detailed information.