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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) extended a temporary halt on residential evictions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. This extension lasts from January 31, 2021, through March 31, 2021, and aims to protect renters from eviction if they meet certain criteria, like having a drop in income or making partial rental payments. The order seeks to prevent evicted individuals from moving into crowded settings, which can heighten the risk of spreading the virus. It also highlights available federal resources, such as rental assistance programs, to support those financially impacted by the pandemic.

In a proclamation from January 18, 2021, President Donald J. Trump announced the end of travel restrictions for people traveling from the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and Brazil to the United States, effective January 26, 2021. These restrictions were originally imposed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The decision follows the CDC's new requirement for travelers to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before entering the United States. The removal of restrictions reflects confidence in the cooperation of these regions in managing safe travel and combating the virus, contrasting with ongoing restrictions for China and Iran due to their lack of cooperation.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) organized a series of meetings to initiate a Voluntary Agreement aimed at ensuring the availability of essential healthcare resources during pandemics. These meetings, which took place in early January 2021, were part of an effort to prioritize the production and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in response to COVID-19. The objectives included setting priorities for PPE and identifying necessary tasks while safeguarding trade secrets and sensitive information by keeping the meetings closed to the public. This initiative falls under the Defense Production Act, which allows for such agreements to strengthen national defense efforts.

The National Institutes of Health is holding a public meeting on March 3, 2021, through Zoom, organized by the Diabetes Mellitus Interagency Coordinating Committee (DMICC). The meeting will focus on the topic "COVID-19 and Diabetes," offering a platform for different government entities to discuss ongoing and future diabetes programs. Interested individuals can submit oral comments by contacting the designated person at least five days before the meeting. Participation is open to the public, and details for registration can be found on the DMICC website.

The New England Fishery Management Council is holding a three-day public meeting from January 26 to January 28, 2021, conducted entirely online due to COVID-19 restrictions. The meeting will discuss various issues affecting New England fisheries, including the Groundfish Committee's actions, updates on scallop fishing licenses, and small-mesh multispecies specifications. Attendees can register to join the webinar online, and the meeting will include opportunities for public comments on issues not listed in the agenda.

The Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation (OPRE), part of the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), is proposing updates to the data collection activities for the Next Generation of Enhanced Employment Strategies (NextGen) Project. This project aims to evaluate innovative interventions that help low-income individuals with employment challenges improve their economic security. Changes include updates to consent forms and data collection tools to better measure social support, social trust, and employment outcomes, especially related to COVID-19. The public is invited to comment on these proposed revisions within 30 days of the notice's publication.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a public meeting of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) scheduled for April 15-16, 2025. This meeting will discuss various vaccines, including those for chikungunya, COVID-19, and influenza, among others, as well as provide an update on the current measles outbreak. Public comments can be submitted in writing between March 31 and April 11, 2025, and there will be opportunities for oral public comments during the meeting. The meeting will be webcast live, and additional details about participation and the agenda are available on the ACIP website.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is announcing that TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc. has applied to expand their recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. This expansion involves adding fourteen more test standards to the scope of their recognized capabilities. OSHA is currently reviewing the applications and is seeking public comments on whether TUV Rheinland meets the requirements for this recognition expansion. Comments and requests for more time to comment should be submitted by February 18, 2021.

The Executive Order 13994 outlines the U.S. government's plan to enhance its response to COVID-19 and prepare for future public health threats. It emphasizes using data-driven approaches by improving data collection, sharing, and analysis across federal, state, local, and tribal levels. The order directs relevant agencies to improve public health data systems and advance innovation in public health data and analytics. It also ensures the protection of privileged and personal information while implementing these measures.

In Proclamation 10148, President Biden remembers the over 500,000 Americans who have died from COVID-19, which surpasses the death tolls of several major wars combined. He calls for a moment of silence, urging all Americans to participate at sunset to honor those lost. Additionally, he orders flags to be flown at half-staff on all federal properties and U.S. embassies worldwide until February 26, 2021, to mark this solemn occasion.