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The National Institute of Mental Health has announced a closed meeting of the Board of Scientific Counselors. This meeting will take place from February 5 to February 7, 2025, at the Porter Neuroscience Research Center in Bethesda, MD, and will also be accessible virtually. The purpose of the meeting is to review and evaluate the qualifications, performance, and competence of individual investigators within the institute. Due to the nature of the discussions, which will include sensitive personnel information, the meeting is not open to the public.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has submitted a request for review and extension of its Information Collection Request to manage access to Sensitive Security Information (SSI). This process involves assessing individuals through a security threat assessment who seek access to SSI, such as prospective bidders or individuals involved in court cases. The TSA aims to ensure that only those who need to know and meet security requirements can access this sensitive information. The public is invited to comment on this proposal by January 16, 2025.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is holding a virtual public meeting for the National Advisory Committee on February 19, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. mountain time. This meeting will discuss the implementation of the Public Lands Rule and educate committee members on their roles and responsibilities. It will include topics like ethics, compliance with laws, and an overview of the committee's purpose. People interested in attending must register in advance, and there are options for submitting comments or requesting accommodations like translation services.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information about sexual assault incidents in the military as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. This proposal includes maintaining a database with details such as the nature of the assault, the individuals involved, and the outcomes of any investigations. The proposal also covers reporting on retaliation claims related to sexual assault cases. Public comments on this plan will be accepted until February 5, 2025.

The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy and the United States Marine Corps, has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeking approval for a new information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This collection involves the Navy Access Control Management System and the U.S. Marine Corps Biometric and Automated Access Control System to manage base access. It aims to ensure security by verifying individual identities using biometric data. The public has until March 31, 2021, to submit comments on this proposal.

The National Institute of Nursing Research has announced a closed meeting on February 18-19, 2021, to review and evaluate grant applications. The meeting will be held online due to confidentiality and privacy concerns related to potential disclosure of sensitive information. As indicated by sections of the U.S. Code, discussions will address proprietary and personal information, safeguarding against any potential privacy invasions. Interested individuals can reach out to Scientific Review Officer Cheryl Nordstrom for further details.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a meeting of the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council (WHEJAC) scheduled for December 17, 2024. The meeting will be open to the public and available both in-person and virtually. The council will discuss various topics such as environmental justice efforts, with an opportunity for public comments. Interested individuals must register by December 13, 2024, to participate or provide comments.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is announcing a virtual public meeting for the North Carolina Advisory Committee on March 11, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET. The meeting will discuss a report on civil rights and the child welfare system in North Carolina. The public can attend via a Zoom webinar link or by phone, and they may submit written comments within 30 days after the meeting. For those needing additional accommodations, they should contact the commission at least ten business days before the meeting.

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is holding a closed meeting on February 5, 2021, to review and evaluate contract proposals. This meeting will follow the guidelines of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and will not be open to the public to protect confidential trade secrets and personal information. The meeting will be conducted virtually at the National Institutes of Health in Rockville, MD. Interested parties can contact Kristina Wickham for more information.

The National Park Service is seeking electronic comments on the significance of properties nominated before March 29, 2025, for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments should be submitted by April 28, 2025, to the specified email or mailing address, including the property's name and location in the subject line. The notice lists various properties across several states being considered for listing in the historic register. Those who provide comments should be aware that their personal information may be made publicly available.