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The National Institute on Aging is holding a closed virtual meeting on February 3, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to review and evaluate grant applications. The meeting is restricted to protect confidential trade secrets, commercial property, and personal information related to the applications. Anyone interested should note that the meeting discussions could reveal sensitive information whose disclosure would invade personal privacy. For more details, contact Dr. Sandhya Sanghi, the Scientific Review Officer at the National Institute on Aging.

The Federal Reserve System has received applications from several individuals to acquire shares of a bank or bank holding company under the Change in Bank Control Act. The public can review the applications and submit comments until April 24, 2025. Comments may be disclosed publicly and should not contain confidential information. The individuals listed are seeking to join the Sarazine Family Control Group to maintain voting shares in Emmetsburg Bank Shares, Inc. and Iowa Trust and Savings Bank.

The Farm Credit Administration Board has announced its upcoming regular meeting, which will be held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2021, starting at 9:00 a.m. Some parts of the meeting will be open to the public while others will remain closed. To observe the open session, interested individuals should follow the instructions provided on the FCA website at least 24 hours before the meeting.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is delaying the start date of a rule about releasing guidance documents, pushing it from January 6, 2021, to March 21, 2021. This delay allows further review of the rule implementing Executive Order 13891, which aims to boost transparency by making guidance documents accessible online and open for public comment. DOE is not taking public comments on this delay but welcomes opinions on any further postponement and related matters. The action is a response to a directive from the new administration's Chief of Staff, advising a halt to review new rules.

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has finalized new regulations for the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act, reflecting updates from the FOIA Improvement Act of 2016. These revisions aim to make the regulations easier to understand and use, improving public access to government records and information. The final rules also incorporated public feedback, with changes ensuring transparency and a presumption of openness while also addressing how requests and appeals are processed. Additionally, the CEQ has updated administrative procedures, including the handling of fees and how appeals are managed, to align with current policies and practices.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has scheduled a closed meeting for February 11, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. It will take place remotely or at the SEC headquarters in Washington, DC. During the meeting, commissioners and relevant staff will discuss topics like the settlement of legal actions and administrative proceedings. This meeting is closed to the public, and any changes to its schedule will be updated on the SEC's website.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will hold a closed meeting on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. This meeting will take place either remotely or at the SEC headquarters in Washington, DC. During the meeting, they will discuss topics such as legal actions, settlements, and enforcement proceedings. Changes to the agenda could occur depending on the SEC's priorities, and any updates will be shared on their official website.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission will hold a closed meeting on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in Bethesda, Maryland. The meeting will focus on discussing a briefing matter. Alberta E. Mills, the Commission Secretary, is the contact person for more information, and she can be reached at the provided phone numbers.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has announced a filing by the Postal Service regarding a negotiated service agreement for their consideration. The filing involves the addition of specific postal products, including Priority Mail Express and Priority Mail, to the competitive product list. The public is invited to comment on these requests by visiting the Commission’s website. Comments are due by March 12, 2025.

In Executive Order 13980, the President outlines measures to prevent Americans from being unfairly punished for breaking regulations they didn't know existed. It emphasizes that laws should be clear and that government agencies must specify when breaking a regulation could lead to criminal charges. The order suggests focusing criminal enforcement on those who knowingly break laws, instead of penalizing people for unintentional mistakes. It also encourages agencies to consider administrative or civil actions instead of criminal charges for certain regulatory offenses.