Search Results for citation:"90 FR 4612"

Found 2 results

Search Results: citation:"90 FR 4612"

💰 Only
Oldest Newest
  • 2025-00723 — Controls on Certain Laboratory Equipment and Related Technology To Address Dual Use Concerns About Biotechnology
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 4612
    Reading Time:about 23 minutes

    The Bureau of Industry and Security, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is updating the Export Administration Regulations to impose new restrictions on certain biotechnology equipment. This interim final rule targets equipment, such as flow cytometers and mass spectrometers, used in advanced biotechnology, which could pose national security risks if misused. These regulations come into effect on January 16, 2025, and they also invite the public to comment on the new measures by March 17, 2025. The rule aims to prevent these technologies from being used in ways that could threaten U.S. security while still allowing for their beneficial use in fields like health and environmental science.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has made new rules to ensure certain science gadgets, like special microscopes, don't get used in ways that could cause problems for the country. They want people to share their thoughts about these rules before March 17, 2025.

  • 2025-00732 — Amendment of VOR Federal Airways V-68, V-76, V-212, V-222, and V-558, and United States Area Navigation Route T-220 in the Vicinity of Industry, TX
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 4612
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has delayed the effective date for a rule involving changes to several airways and routes, initially set to take effect on February 20, 2025. The new effective date is April 17, 2025. This delay allows time to update and inspect certain flight procedures near George Bush Intercontinental and San Antonio International Airports. The FAA decided that prior notice and public comment were unnecessary because the extension is brief and does not change the substance of the rule.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is waiting a little longer before they make some changes to airplane routes near Texas airports because they need more time to fix flight directions that didn't work right the first time. They believe it's okay not to ask people for their opinions since the wait isn't very long.