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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially removed a section of their regulations titled "Resource Use: Establishment of Objectives" from the Code of Federal Regulations. This section was seen as redundant since it covered internal operations without affecting the public. The relevant guidelines and procedures are still available in other internal documents and online publications. This update aims to clear any confusion about current policies on resource use objectives and has no significant public impact or regulatory burden.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the Millennium Cohort Program, which collects information about U.S. military personnel and their families. This program's aim is to study the long-term health impacts of military service and deployments on service members and their families. It is organized into multiple studies, including the Millennium Cohort Study and the Millennium Cohort Family Study, and involves participants completing surveys every three to five years. The gathered data helps analyze health changes, post-war illness risk factors, and the effects of military service on families, providing insights that could influence future policy and interventions.

The Department of Defense has announced a meeting of the Department of the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board. This meeting will occur on January 30-31, 2025, at the Gen. Jacob E. Smart Conference Center in Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. The meeting is closed to the public due to discussions involving classified information. Members of the public can submit written statements to contribute input to the board according to specified procedures.

The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and NASA have proposed changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to improve small business participation in multiple-award contracts. This proposal aims to expand the use of small business set-asides, promote more coordination with small business specialists during planning, and increase opportunities for small businesses to win government contracts. It introduces stricter documentation and coordination requirements for agencies, especially when opting not to set aside projects for small businesses, and discusses using tools like "on-ramps" to include more small businesses in long-term contracts. These changes are intended to boost competition and economic strength by involving more small businesses in government contracts.

The Department of Defense has identified several companies as "Chinese military companies" in accordance with the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act. This list includes entities such as 360 Security Technology, Huawei, and Tencent Holdings, among others. These designations mean the companies are linked to the Chinese military, and the list must be updated and published annually until 2030. Companies on this list have the option to request reconsideration if they believe they were wrongly included.

On February 26, 2025, the Department of the Air Force (DAF) decided to build a new Child Development Center (CDC) to help families near Eglin Air Force Base in Florida with childcare needs. This decision follows an Environmental Impact Statement and public input and involves acquiring 14 acres from the City of Crestview. The CDC will be operated by the 96th Force Support Squadron. This notice complies with the National Environmental Policy Act and relevant Air Force regulations.

The Department of Defense has announced an arms sale notification regarding enhancements to technology for the Government of Egypt. This sale involves additional border security systems, including surveillance towers and mobile command systems, intended to improve Egypt's ability to monitor and respond to incursions on its borders. The total cost of these additional non-Major Defense Equipment items is estimated at $125 million, raising the overall value to $225 million. This deal aims to strengthen the security of Egypt, a significant U.S. partner in the Middle East.

The Department of Defense has announced a proposed arms sale to Saudi Arabia, focusing on a training program for the Royal Saudi Air Force and other Saudi forces. This program includes flight, technical, and military education, and aims to cover civilian casualty avoidance, human rights, and command and control. The training is valued at approximately $1 billion and will strengthen Saudi Arabia's defense capabilities, helping them align more closely with U.S. military practices without affecting the current military balance in the Middle East. There is no principal contractor, and training will be managed by U.S. government or contracted personnel.

The Joint Service Committee on Military Justice (JSC) is conducting an annual review of the Manual for Courts-Martial (MCM), United States, as part of their routine procedures. They are inviting the public to propose any changes to the MCM, but individuals must include a supporting rationale for suggestions. Submissions must be made electronically through the Federal Rulemaking Portal due to COVID-19 related restrictions. The deadline for submitting proposed changes is April 23, 2021.

The Department of Defense is proposing a new information collection and is seeking public comment on it according to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They want feedback on whether the information collection is necessary, how accurate their burden estimate is, and how they can make the collection process easier and more useful. This collection is intended to verify who is eligible to access certain restricted American Forces Network services. The deadline for submitting comments is March 3, 2025.