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The Networking and Information Technology Research and Development (NITRD) Program is organizing public meetings throughout 2021. These meetings are facilitated by the Joint Engineering Team (JET) and the Middleware And Grid Interagency Coordination (MAGIC) Team. They provide a platform for people to engage with federal agencies and participate in discussions about research and technological developments. Interested individuals can find meeting details and sign up for updates via the NITRD website or their mailing lists. Public comments are encouraged and may be submitted for consideration.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) announced a series of public meetings for February 18, 2021, with no further meetings scheduled through the end of March. One significant meeting includes an affirmation session dealing with appeals from Holtec International and DTE Electric Co., and a briefing on Equal Employment Opportunity and Small Business. Due to COVID-19, no physical attendance is permitted; instead, the public can join via webcast or teleconference. The NRC's general meeting schedule is available online, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announces the release of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed Spring Valley Gold Mine Project in Pershing County, Nevada. This project involves the construction and operation of a new surface gold mine. Public comments on the Draft EIS are welcome and must be submitted within 45 days of the Environmental Protection Agency's publication of the Notice of Availability. Public meetings will also be held to discuss the Draft EIS and gather feedback. The project aims to minimize environmental impacts, and public participation is encouraged to help identify and address any concerns.

The Office of the Under Secretary for Economic Affairs has announced three public meetings of the Advisory Committee on Data for Evidence Building. These meetings, set for February, March, and April 2021, aim to develop recommendations on how to use federal data effectively. The public can attend these virtual meetings by RSVPing in advance. The committee will prepare an annual report on its findings, which will be made publicly available.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the dates for the 2021 virtual public meetings of the Human Studies Review Board (HSRB). These meetings are intended to provide advice on the ethical and scientific review of research involving human subjects. Four three-day meetings will occur from January to October, and they are accessible to the public online. Individuals interested in participating can pre-register for oral comments or submit written comments to be considered by the Board. Meeting minutes and final reports will be available online 90 days after each meeting.

The Bureau of Land Management, part of the U.S. Department of the Interior, is hosting public meetings and field tours through the California Desert District Advisory Council. These events, scheduled for March 28–29, July 11–12, and November 14–15, 2025, will take place at the BLM California Desert District Office in Palm Springs, California. The council meetings will cover various topics related to planning and managing public lands, and members of the public are invited to participate, although they must arrange their own transportation and meals. Virtual participation options will also be available, and there will be opportunities for public comments during each meeting.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced two upcoming business meetings of their Colorado Advisory Committee. These virtual meetings will take place on April 2 and April 16, 2025, at 3 p.m. Mountain Time via Zoom. In the first meeting, the committee will choose a study topic, and in the second meeting, they will vote on a project proposal and start planning related hearings. The public can attend and provide comments, and written comments can be submitted within 30 days after the meetings.

The Department of the Navy announced a 45-day public comment period on a Draft Amended Analysis for their environmental impact study regarding the EA-18G Growler operations at the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Complex. This follows a court ruling that identified specific areas requiring further analysis, such as greenhouse gas emissions, classroom impact, bird species effects, and alternative locations. The Navy plans to hold both in-person and virtual public meetings to discuss the analysis and gather feedback. People can review the document at local libraries, submit comments online or by mail, and participate in scheduled meetings.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced that the Arizona Advisory Committee will be holding a series of online meetings via Webex to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on Native American communities. These meetings are scheduled for March 30, April 6, April 13, and April 19, 2021, each starting at 12:00 p.m. Mountain Time. There will be an opportunity for public comments during the meetings, and those interested can register through provided links. Participants with hearing impairments can access the proceedings through the Federal Relay Service.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Colorado is announcing public meetings of the Northwest Resource Advisory Council for 2025. These meetings will take place on February 6, May 7, and August 20, with field tours scheduled on May 6 and August 19. The meetings will be held at BLM offices in Meeker, Grand Junction, and Craig, Colorado, and will also be accessible virtually through Zoom. The council will discuss issues like carbon sequestration, shooting sports, and land management projects, with opportunities for public comments and participation.