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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued Revision 1 to NUREG/CR-7002, titled "Criteria for Development of Evacuation Time Estimate Studies." This update provides guidance on creating evacuation time estimates (ETEs) to improve emergency planning around nuclear power plants. The revised criteria are based on research and aim to ensure consistent application and review of ETE studies by incorporating advancements in traffic modeling and evacuation dynamics. The new guidance was open for public comments, which led to further revisions before final issuance.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing a meeting for the Health Services Research and Development Service Scientific Merit Review Board on March 11, 2021. The meeting will be conducted via WebEx and is partially closed to the public to protect sensitive information about research proposals. From 12:15-1:00 p.m. EST, the meeting will focus on discussing the scientific merit of research proposals and the qualifications of researchers, which involves private information. Members of the public can join the open portion of the meeting online or by phone between 12:00-12:15 p.m. EST, and written comments can be submitted to the designated officer, Liza Catucci, before the meeting.

The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development will hold a meeting of its Board of Scientific Counselors on June 6, 2025. The meeting will have a public session from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., featuring a report on the NICHD Division of Intramural Research's status and organization. A closed session from 1:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. will focus on reviewing personnel qualifications and the performance of individual investigators. The meeting will take place virtually, and further information can be accessed through the Institute’s website.

The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development announced a virtual meeting of the Board of Scientific Counselors on June 6, 2025. The meeting is closed to the public as it will involve reviewing and evaluating individual programs, personnel qualifications, and the performance of investigators. The agenda includes a report on the status and structure of the NICHD Division of Intramural Research. For more details, the institute's website provides additional information closer to the date.

The Department of Energy's Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management is planning to launch a Carbon Transport Research, Development, and Demonstration Consortium to support the advancement and coordination of carbon transport methods, including pipeline and rail. This initiative aims to foster communication among stakeholders, share information on research, and address challenges identified during a 2023 workshop. The consortium will comprise a diverse group of U.S.-based entities, such as federal and tribal agencies, industry, and academia. Interested parties are invited to share their input by January 21, 2025, and details on membership requirements are available online.

The Networking and Information Technology Research and Development (NITRD) National Coordination Office is asking for public input on creating an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan as directed by a Presidential Executive Order. The Plan aims to support America's leadership in AI and prevent unnecessary regulations from hindering private sector innovation. Responses are needed by March 15, 2025, and can cover various AI policy topics, such as data privacy, cybersecurity, and international collaboration. These responses will help shape the policies for AI development in the United States.

The memorandum from January 8, 2021, outlines the order of succession for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position at the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). If the CEO becomes unable to fulfill their duties, the Deputy CEO, Chief Operating Officer, and other specified officials will assume the role, but only if they are not in an acting capacity and are permitted by law. The President retains the right to override this order if necessary. Additionally, the memorandum ensures that it doesn't grant any legal rights to challenge its decisions.

NOAA has announced its plan to create a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) to support the implementation of projects under the Saltonstall-Kennedy Research and Development Program. This program aims to promote, market, research, and develop U.S. Fisheries to help fishing communities, ensuring sustainable and economically beneficial fisheries. As part of the process, NOAA is seeking public input by inviting comments on the potential environmental impacts and alternatives of the proposed projects, and it will hold several public scoping meetings to gather feedback. The deadline for written comments is March 25, 2021.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing an interim final rule to allow veterans who served in specific locations during and after the Gulf War to have a presumed service connection for urinary bladder, ureter, and related genitourinary cancers. This is related to exposure to fine particulate matter, particularly from burn pits, which can be hazardous to health and has been shown to have a connection to these types of cancers. This new rule is part of the effort to implement the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022 (PACT Act), which aims to simplify the process for veterans to receive health care and benefits for conditions linked to toxic exposures during their military service. The rule is effective January 2, 2025, with comments open until March 3, 2025.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a notice about the Universal Notice, which details rules for managing disaster recovery funds through the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. This notice explains how these funds will be allocated, including any waivers or alternatives to standard requirements, to ensure quicker and more consistent disaster recovery efforts after presidentially declared disasters. The notice sets procedures for the execution of grant awards, outlines measures to streamline recovery processes, and ensures that fair housing and civil rights are respected during implementation. HUD aims to offer better transparency and access to recovery funds to help communities recover effectively and equitably.