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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3800
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Commerce Department, is seeking public comments on revisions to information collection practices for licensing private remote-sensing space systems, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The changes include a new online platform, the Commerce Licensing and Compliance System for Space (CLCSS), to simplify how licensees submit applications, modifications, and notifications. The goal is to reduce paperwork and improve efficiency, while ensuring these activities align with U.S. national security and international responsibilities. Public comments can help evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of this information collection.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to hear from people about how to make getting permissions to use special space cameras easier and less about filling out lots of forms. They’re asking for thoughts on using a new online tool to help with this.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 12118
    Reading Time:about 17 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The Coast Guard wants to stop the special rules for an area in Tampa, Florida, because there’s no more chemical factory there. Now, boats can go through that area freely, and people can tell the Coast Guard what they think about this change.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103865
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has approved the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma's Residential Leasing Ordinance under the HEARTH Act. This approval permits the Tribe to enter into residential leases without needing further BIA consent, promoting greater autonomy in managing their lands. The HEARTH Act allows Tribes to manage leases more flexibly for up to 75 years, aligning with federal regulations and supporting tribal self-determination and economic development. Federal and Tribal interests are protected against state and local taxes on lease activities, which can instead be subjected to tribal taxes.

    Simple Explanation

    The Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma can now make rules about renting houses on their land without asking the government each time, which helps them manage their land more freely and keep the money from rent to help their community.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9524
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for information collection related to the Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program (CTEP) and the Division of Cancer Prevention (DCP) under the National Cancer Institute (NCI). This information is crucial for managing clinical trials in cancer research, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and improving processes. The request is part of the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and public comments are invited within 30 days of publication. There are no costs to respondents apart from their time, and the estimated annual burden is 151,792 hours.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Institutes of Health wants permission to ask people questions about cancer research programs to help make these programs better and follow rules. They promise it won't cost anyone anything but some time, and they're asking people to give their thoughts about this in the next 30 days.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 15380
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that the license for KLH Capital Fund III, L.P. to operate as a small business investment company is now considered null and void. This action is based on the authority provided by Section 309 of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 and the related federal regulations. Paul Salgado, the Director of Investment Portfolio Management at the SBA, made this decision official.

    Simple Explanation

    The Small Business Administration (SBA) has decided that KLH Capital Fund III, L.P. can no longer be a special helper to small businesses, like a superhero who is no longer allowed to help save the day.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 2059
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that it has canceled the license for LongueVue Capital Partners II, LP to operate as a small business investment company. This decision was made under the authority granted by the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 and relevant federal regulations. Thomas Morris, the Director of Patient Capital Investments at the SBA, issued this notice.

    Simple Explanation

    The government took away a special business permission from a company called LongueVue Capital Partners II, LP, which means they can't work as a small business helper anymore. They didn't say why, and people might be worried about what this means for them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 7198
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) has received approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for several information collections related to their regulations. The notice provides details on these collections, including their OMB control numbers and expiration dates. The Paperwork Reduction Act requires these control numbers to be displayed and informs the public about the approved information collections. This ensures compliance and transparency regarding the PBGC's management of regulatory information.

    Simple Explanation

    The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation got the thumbs up from a special office called the Office of Management and Budget to collect certain important information. It's like getting permission to ask questions, and now they can use these special numbers to make sure they do it right and tell everyone about it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13758
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) has announced a closed meeting in accordance with federal regulations. The meeting is scheduled for April 18 and April 22, 2025, and will be conducted virtually. It is intended for the review and evaluation of grant applications related to neurological sciences. The closed nature of the meeting is to protect confidential information and personal privacy.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke is having a secret meeting online in April to talk about who should get money to study the brain, and they're keeping it private to protect secrets and personal details.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101614
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a draft update of the National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP) and is seeking public feedback. CISA encourages cybersecurity and incident response experts from the public and private sectors to review and comment on the draft by January 15, 2025. This update aims to improve coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as the private sector, to better handle significant cyber incidents. The draft is available for review online at CISA's website and the federal regulations portal.

    Simple Explanation

    CISA, a government agency, is asking everyone who knows about computers and internet safety to help make a plan better by telling them what could be improved. They want this help before January 15, 2025, but it's like trying to finish homework really fast!

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 104059
    Reading Time:about 12 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a final rule updating the materials incorporated by reference into the Georgia State Implementation Plan (SIP) to align with federal air quality standards. This update includes various changes to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) tables, clarifying and revising several regulation explanations. The updates are effective from December 20, 2024, and affect how these materials can be accessed by the public at specified locations. EPA emphasized that this action is an administrative change that codifies existing state and federal regulations, and does not impose new regulatory impacts.

    Simple Explanation

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has decided to update a set of rules to make sure that Georgia follows the right air quality standards. They are changing some old numbers and letters in their big rule book, but these changes won't create any new rules for people to follow.