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The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a new rule aimed at improving air travel for people with disabilities who use wheelchairs. This rule strengthens regulations to prevent mishandling of wheelchairs and improper transfers, thus ensuring safety and dignity for wheelchair users. Airlines are now required to provide better assistance, offer loaner wheelchairs with customizations, and communicate effectively with passengers if their wheelchairs are mishandled. Additionally, the rule mandates annual hands-on training for airline staff and requires airlines to publish information about cargo hold dimensions to better inform passengers about their travel options.

The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences announced a meeting of the National Advisory Environmental Health Sciences Council. The meeting will occur from February 16 to 17, 2021, and will be held virtually due to current circumstances. Portions of the meeting will be closed to the public to review confidential grant applications. Discussions during the open sessions will address program policies, proposed actions, and committees focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Those interested in attending are encouraged to confirm their participation and forward any written comments to the contact person provided in the notice.

The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness is proposing to collect information in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They seek public comments on whether the information collection is necessary and on ways to improve its quality and clarity. The collection is part of the Innovative Readiness Training program, which allows military personnel to engage in real-world missions that benefit communities, such as engineering and medical projects. The deadline for submitting comments is March 11, 2025.

The Department of Labor has ratified a rule concerning the employment of H-2A nonimmigrant agricultural workers in the U.S. This action confirms and supports the rule published on October 12, 2022, which improved standards and procedures for employing these workers. The ratification aims to address any legal uncertainties about the rule's approval process and emphasizes the rule's balance between providing agricultural labor and safeguarding U.S. workers' wages and conditions. This decision was independently reviewed and affirmed by the Assistant Secretary for Employment and Training and the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division.

The Department of Defense (DoD) plans to sell military equipment to the Republic of Korea, totaling $170.6 million. This includes five BQM-177A Subsonic Sea-Skimming Aerial Targets for use on AEGIS Class Destroyers and additional support elements. The sale is designed to strengthen U.S. ties with South Korea by enhancing their defense capabilities. The equipment will remain under U.S. control and will not change the military balance in the region.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for new fiscal year 2021 awards supporting the creation of a National Technical Assistance Center. This center will focus on improving postsecondary education and training outcomes for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The initiative aims to foster collaboration among various educational and vocational entities to better meet the needs of these individuals, providing technical assistance and disseminating effective educational practices. The department has allocated $4,000,000 in available funds for this project period.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking public comment on an existing information collection request through the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), related to enhancing surface transportation security. The process involves gathering information such as security coordinator details, reporting of security issues, and documentation for rail cars carrying sensitive materials. TSA plans to consolidate this information collection under a single OMB control number and revise its title to "Physical Surface Transportation Security." Public comments can be submitted by June 20, 2025.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a proposed arms sale to Japan, detailing plans to supply 44 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II Tactical Missiles and 29 training missiles, among other logistical and technical support. The sale, valued at $59.03 million, aims to bolster U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives by strengthening Japan’s defense capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. The principal contractor for this deal is RTX Corporation, and the necessary measures are in place to protect the sensitive technology involved. This sale will not affect the U.S. defense readiness.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from Peabody Twentymile Mining, LLC, requesting a change to safety standards at the Foidel Creek Mine in Colorado. The company wants permission to use a new type of respirator, the Drager X-plore 8700 PAPR, due to the discontinuation of the previously used 3M Airstream helmet. To ensure miner safety, Peabody has proposed several conditions for using the new equipment, including inspections, training, and compliance with methane safety requirements. The goal is to maintain the same level of protection for workers as the original safety standards.

Peabody Twentymile Mining, LLC has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to modify an existing safety standard, allowing the use of a new kind of respirator called the Drager X-plore 8700 at its Foidel Creek Mine in Colorado. The company wants to use these new respirators because the previously used ones, made by 3M, have been discontinued. While not currently approved by MSHA, Peabody believes the Drager X-plore 8700 offers the same level of safety as the old models. The petition sets out safety measures and training plans to ensure miner safety when using these new devices. The deadline for public comments on this proposal is April 2, 2025.