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The National Park Service, part of the Interior Department, is asking for public comments on the significance of certain properties nominated for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places before January 4, 2025. Comments can be submitted electronically by January 28, 2025, and should mention the property or district name along with its county and state in the subject line. The notice lists various properties from states like Arizona, California, Massachusetts, and others, detailing their specific locations and significance. Additionally, there are requests for removal of some properties and the submission of additional documentation for others, indicating ongoing evaluations and updates to the registry.

The U.S. Coast Guard announced new pilotage rates for 2025 under the Great Lakes Pilotage Act of 1960. The updated rates, which take into account factors like inflation, district operating costs, and an increase in the number of pilots, will result in a 7% rise in pilotage costs compared to the previous year. These changes are made to ensure safe and reliable pilotage services in the Great Lakes, catering to foreign merchant vessels and any U.S. vessel engaged in foreign trade. The Coast Guard reviewed public comments on these changes but made no alterations to the proposed rates.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced several upcoming closed virtual meetings organized by different study sections and review groups. These meetings are set to review and evaluate various grant applications concerning topics like genetics, neuroscience, cancer, and infectious diseases. Due to the potential disclosure of confidential information, these meetings will not be open to the public. Each meeting is scheduled to take place on different dates and times, with contact details provided for the respective Scientific Review Officers.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is inviting public comments on permit applications for certain activities involving foreign species listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). These activities typically require Federal authorization but can be permitted for scientific research or to help the species survive. Public comments are accepted until April 30, 2025, and can be submitted online or by mail as detailed in the document. The notice includes various applications, such as importing biological samples for research and exporting live animals for species propagation, which are open for public reviewing and commenting.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it is removing one site and partially removing three sites from the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) because their cleanup efforts under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) have been completed. Despite these deletions, further actions may still be taken at these sites if necessary in the future. For one site, called the Del Amo site, the EPA addressed public concerns about contamination by clarifying that the partial deletion only affects areas where cleanup goals have been met and does not include groundwater. The EPA plans to keep certain controls in place to protect against potential risks in these areas.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced a final rule that updates the existing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS), Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at various airports. These changes are implemented to enhance safety and efficiency in air travel by reflecting new criteria, obstacles, or navigational facilities. The rule becomes effective on January 4, 2021, although some amendments may be effective sooner through notices if they impact flight safety. This update ensures that airmen have the most current procedural information available, although these procedures are generally not provided in the Federal Register due to their complexity and detailed nature.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made an interim final decision to pause and delay imposing sanctions on the Sacramento Metro area under the Clean Air Act. This decision is based on a preliminary finding that the area has met the 2008 standard for ozone levels by the specified deadline of December 31, 2024. The public can submit comments on this decision until April 21, 2025. If the final decision confirms the area's attainment of air quality standards, previous sanctions will be lifted.

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission has announced approvals for projects regarding the consumptive use of water that were granted in March 2025. These approvals allow various companies to use specific amounts of water for their operations under certain regulations. The announcement includes the names of companies, the locations of their projects, and the maximum amounts of water they are authorized to use per day. This process is part of the Commission's regulatory oversight to manage water resources responsibly.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) released a notice of petitions received under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. This notice is required by the Public Health Service (PHS) Act, and it lists various petitions filed for compensation due to injuries allegedly caused by vaccines. The petitions are reviewed by the United States Court of Federal Claims, which involves special masters assessing evidence and making initial decisions on compensation eligibility. Individuals can submit relevant information regarding the petitions, and this list includes details such as petitioner's name, location, and case number.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is proposing a rule to exempt certain confidential information in a National Institutes of Health (NIH) record system from parts of the Privacy Act. This proposal aims to protect the identities of reviewers who evaluate applicants for NIH's Loan Repayment Programs. By doing so, the rule seeks to ensure that reviewers can provide honest and unbiased feedback without fear of revealing their identities, which is crucial for the integrity of the review process. The public is invited to submit comments on this proposal by March 15, 2021.