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The U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service, Alaska Region, has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These remains and objects, linked to various locations like Atka Island, Agattu Island, and Tanaga Island in Alaska, are culturally affiliated with Native American groups, particularly the Native Village of Atka. The notice outlines that eligible Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations can request the repatriation of the remains and objects. Repatriation may begin after April 18, 2025, following consideration of any potentially competing requests.

The University of Kansas plans to return a cultural item, specifically a discoidal stone, to the Chickasaw Nation in compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). This stone, considered an unassociated funerary object, was initially part of the Menninger Foundation's collection and transferred to the university in 1992. Repatriation of the item can occur on or after January 13, 2025. Any other Native American or Native Hawaiian organizations who believe they have a claim to the item can submit a request for repatriation.

The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) has updated its regulations to remove racial and ethnic presumptions for determining eligibility for its programs. This change was made to comply with a court ruling that declared such presumptions unconstitutional, as they were previously outlined in the Minority Business Development Act of 2021. The court's decision requires the MBDA to amend parts of its regulations, making eligibility determinations based on actual social or economic disadvantage without relying on racial or ethnic classifications. These updates aim to clarify and modify the criteria for accessing MBDA's assistance programs.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Gila National Forest plans to transfer human remains and funerary objects found on federal or tribal lands to their rightful descendants or associated Native American tribes. This action is in line with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Claims for these items can be made until March 18, 2026, and if competing claims arise, the Gila National Forest must decide the most suitable claimant. Priority for disposition has been given to tribes such as the Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Pueblo of Acoma, New Mexico, and the Zuni Tribe of the Zuni Reservation, New Mexico.

The William S. Webb Museum of Anthropology at the University of Kentucky plans to return a collection of 227 cultural items to Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. These items, which are mostly artifacts associated with ancient burial practices, are believed to be linked to tribes such as the Absentee-Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, and the Shawnee Tribe. The return of these objects is in line with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Requests for repatriation by other recognized groups can be submitted by January 6, 2025, at the earliest.

The New England Hydropower Company, LLC has filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a license to develop the Ashton Dam Hydroelectric Project on the Blackstone River in Rhode Island. The project will include modifying and adding structures to generate about 793 kW of power, as well as facilities for fish passage and measures to protect the environment. The public and interested agencies are invited to submit study requests or requests to cooperate on the environmental document by March 22, 2025, with the project following a procedural schedule that includes assessments and issuing of necessary documents throughout 2025. For more information or to get involved, individuals can contact FERC or visit their website.

Nasdaq PHLX LLC recently filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to adjust certain fees based on inflation. This change impacts the Non-Display Enterprise License and PHLX Depth Data fees. The proposed amendments will take effect immediately but are set to be operational from January 1, 2025. The SEC invites the public to submit comments on the proposal by February 3, 2025, using specified electronic and paper submission methods.

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced a presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Mississippi due to Hurricane Zeta. This declaration, effective December 31, 2020, allows certain non-profit organizations that provide essential services like those of a government to apply for disaster loans. The counties affected by the disaster include George, Greene, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Perry, Stone, and Wayne. Applications for physical damage must be submitted by March 1, 2021, and those for economic injury by October 1, 2021.

The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development has officially announced a new order of succession for the Government National Mortgage Association, also known as Ginnie Mae. This new order will determine who takes over if the Ginnie Mae President cannot perform the duties due to absence, disability, or a vacancy. The order lists specific officers who will step in, starting with the Principal Executive Vice President and followed by various Senior Vice Presidents. This announcement replaces the previous order of succession published in 2018.

The proclamation establishes the Frances Perkins National Monument on approximately 2.3 acres of Federal land at the Perkins Homestead in Newcastle, Maine. Frances Perkins was the first woman to serve as a U.S. Cabinet Secretary and played a key role in shaping labor and social policies during her time as Secretary of Labor in the 1930s and 1940s. The monument will be managed by the National Park Service and aims to preserve Perkins' legacy and contributions to the New Deal, including protecting workers' rights and improving social welfare. The monument includes historic structures and objects that are significant to Perkins' life and work, and the site will serve as a location for public education and historical interpretation.