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The National Park Service is asking for electronic comments on properties that were nominated before February 15, 2025, to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments are due by April 1, 2025, and should be sent to National_Register_Submissions@nps.gov with the specific property's name in the subject line. A variety of properties from different states, such as the Los Angeles City Hall in California and the Gem Theater in Louisiana, are under consideration for listing. Additionally, a request has been made to remove a property in Oregon and to move another in Texas.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced Presidentially declared emergency for South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene, as of September 26, 2024. This declaration allows for federal assistance under the Stafford Act to support emergency protective measures, such as evacuation and shelter support, across designated counties. Federal aid will cover up to 75% of eligible costs. FEMA has appointed Brett H. Howard as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency response.

The Federal Reserve System has received applications from several individuals and groups seeking to acquire shares in banks or bank holding companies, as outlined under the Change in Bank Control Act. These applications are open to public review and comment, with comments due by March 28, 2025. Notable applications include a group from Bentonville, Arkansas, aiming to acquire shares in Stark Bancshares, Inc., and the Kosman Family Group, looking to retain and share control over Platte Valley Financial Service Companies Inc. and its associated banks. Interested parties can submit comments to the Federal Reserve Banks in St. Louis and Kansas City, or the Board of Governors.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a meeting for the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Advisory Committee (CLIAC) scheduled for April 14-15, 2021, which will be held virtually. This meeting, open to the public, will focus on topics like the role of clinical laboratories during the COVID-19 pandemic and updates from relevant health agencies. Public comments can be submitted prior to the meeting. CLIAC provides advice to authorities regarding laboratory standards and practices, especially in light of technological advancements.

The Western Washington University, Department of Anthropology plans to return certain cultural items to Native American tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These items, a shell bead and a red ochre sample, were found during fieldwork on Whidbey Island, Washington, in the late 1990s. The cultural items have been identified as having significant historical or cultural importance to certain tribes, including the Lummi Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, and Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. The repatriation process may begin on or after January 13, 2025, and the university is responsible for ensuring the appropriate tribe receives the items if multiple claims are made.

The U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service, Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Complex intends to return 98 cultural items to Native American groups under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These items, which include artifacts like a stone anchor and glass trade beads, were collected from a burial site in Clark County, Washington. The Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon and the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, along with the Chinook Nation, are working together on this repatriation. The items' return to eligible claimants may begin on or after May 19, 2025.

The Department of Justice, via the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), is seeking public comments on its proposal to update information collection requirements for renewing a Federal Firearms License (FFL). This involves changes to ATF Form 8 (5310.11) Part II, which is used to renew licenses every three years as required by law. The form has been revised with major updates, including changes to sections and instructions. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and potential burden of this information collection until January 15, 2025.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Interior Department has announced that about 56.66 acres of land have been officially added to the Rincon Reservation for the Rincon Band of Luiseno Mission Indians in San Diego, California. This proclamation was made on December 17, 2024, by the Assistant Secretary—Indian Affairs, under the authority granted by the Secretary of the Interior. While the land is recognized as part of the reservation, this action does not alter existing rights or easements for public utilities and transportation present on the land.

The U.S. Department of Education has released a notice listing the members of the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity (NACIQI). This committee, established under the Higher Education Act, consists of 18 members chosen for their experience and knowledge in higher education. Members are appointed by different officials including the Secretary of Education, the Speaker of the House, and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, serving six-year terms. The committee holds meetings at least twice a year to offer advice on accreditation standards and related educational issues.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has amended regulations to allow the safe use of myoglobin as a color additive in plant-based ground meat and poultry alternatives. This rule comes in response to a petition from Motif FoodWorks, Inc., and establishes that the myoglobin used must not exceed 2% by weight of the uncooked product. The additive, produced through the fermentation of genetically engineered yeast, imparts a red color similar to raw meat. The FDA has concluded that this use is safe and does not require certification to protect public health. This rule takes effect on February 19, 2025, with a window for objections lasting until February 18, 2025.