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The Consumer Product Safety Commission is holding a public meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a closed session. The meeting will take place at Room 420, Bethesda Towers in Bethesda, MD, and will discuss a proposed rulemaking regarding safety standards for lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility products. The public can watch a live webcast of the open session or join by phone using the provided link and dial-in information. For further details, contact Alberta E. Mills at the addresses and phone numbers provided.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is asking for public comments on extending the approval for information collection requirements related to the flammability standards of carpets and rugs. This relates to rules under the Flammable Fabrics Act, and the current approval will expire in March 2025. The CPSC estimates that around 120 manufacturers and importers are affected, and the process involves significant testing and recordkeeping. They are seeking input on the necessity and burden of these requirements, especially regarding potential cost reductions through technology.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comments on its proposed collection of information for the Pool Safely Grant Program (PSGP) application. This program is designed to provide funding to state, local, and tribal governments to help prevent drowning and drain entrapment in swimming pools and spas. The grants, ranging from $50,000 to $400,000, aim to support education, training, and enforcement of pool safety requirements. The CPSC provided details about the application process, estimated burden, and cost, and invites feedback on the necessity, utility, and ways to minimize the burden of the proposed information collection.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission will hold a closed meeting on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in Bethesda, Maryland. The meeting will focus on discussing a briefing matter. Alberta E. Mills, the Commission Secretary, is the contact person for more information, and she can be reached at the provided phone numbers.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has finalized a rule requiring electronic filing (eFiling) of certificates for imported consumer goods that need to comply with safety regulations. This rule aims to improve the efficiency of inspections and reduce port delays by using certificate data to better identify potentially harmful products. Companies will need to upload product details using the CPSC's Product Registry or similar systems, and they will have an 18- to 24-month window to implement these changes, depending on the type of import. The rule will impact both domestic and import businesses, but the CPSC estimates limited financial burden on small firms due to the structured roll-out period and digital solutions available.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has made a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend their information collection for coal and wood burning appliances. This request concerns the collection of important safety and performance data that must appear on labels, instruction manuals, and point-of-sale literature for these appliances to ensure consumer safety. The current approval will expire on March 31, 2025, and the CPSC has not received any public comments on the matter. Manufacturers and importers are required to submit this information, and no additional burden is expected except when new models are introduced or existing models are changed.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a closed meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 4, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., which will be held remotely. This commission meeting will not be open to the public and will focus on a decisional matter. For more information, Alberta E. Mills, the Secretary of the Division of the Secretariat, is the contact person. The meeting notice was published on February 8, 2021, in the Federal Register.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is requesting public comments on extending the approval for collecting data on consumer product-related injuries. This data is obtained through the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) and other methods to investigate injuries and deaths related to consumer products. Feedback is sought on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements for this information collection. Submissions can be made electronically or by mail until April 28, 2025.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is holding a public commission meeting on December 4, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be available both remotely and in person at their Bethesda, Maryland location. The main topic for discussion is a final rule to revise the certificates of compliance and to implement electronic filing for certificates related to imported consumer products. More information can be obtained by contacting Alberta E. Mills at the addresses and phone numbers provided.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is asking for approval to continue gathering information for a study on children's strength. This study, which involves collecting data on children's physical capabilities such as upper and lower body strength and bite strength, is vital for developing safety standards for consumer products. They estimate involving around 1,000 participants in the lab with an additional screening process, aiming to mitigate risks like products breaking under use. By maintaining this data collection, CPSC hopes to enhance product safety for young children.