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The Department of Commerce is seeking public input on a proposed information collection related to fishing permits for various Pacific Islands, including Hawaii and American Samoa. The NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service requires vessel owners and permit holders to register their vessels to manage fisheries effectively. This notice extends the comment period by an additional 30 days, inviting individuals, businesses, and federal agencies to comment on these requirements. Feedback is crucial for evaluating the impact and minimizing the reporting burden on the public.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that certain corrosion-resistant steel products from Canada are being sold in the United States at less than fair value. This investigation covers the period from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. The Department has calculated preliminary dumping margins for two Canadian companies and established an "all-others" rate for other producers and exporters not individually examined. U.S. Customs will suspend shipment of these products based on this decision, and interested parties can submit comments on the findings.

The Department of Commerce conducted an administrative review on the import of glycine from China for the period between March 1, 2019, and February 29, 2020. They confirmed that some companies had not shipped glycine to the U.S. during this time, while Avid Organics Private Limited remains part of the China-wide entity subject to antidumping duties. The final assessment ensures that antidumping duties will be applied appropriately, with the China-wide entity facing a rate of 155.89 percent. Additionally, cash deposit requirements and policies for importers and companies involved in the trade of glycine from China have been outlined.

The Department of Commerce has issued a preliminary determination that passenger vehicle and light truck tires from Taiwan are being sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices. This investigation examined sales from April 2019 to March 2020, calculating specific dumping margins for two companies, Cheng Shin and Nankang, and established an "all-others" rate for other exporters. The Commerce Department has postponed the final decision due to requests by significant exporters to extend provisional measures, citing the need for more time to complete the investigation. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary findings before the final decision is made.

The Department of Commerce, through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking public comments on its information collection request related to the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) Participant Letter of Interest (LoI). This request is part of a regular review and extension of a currently approved collection concerning collaborative cybersecurity projects. Interested technology providers are encouraged to submit Letters of Interest to participate. Comments on the proposed information collection can be submitted online within 30 days of the notice's publication.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that certain producers and exporters of steel concrete reinforcing bar from Türkiye received countervailable subsidies in 2022. As part of this review, the Commerce Department is rescinding the review for six companies that withdrew their request timely. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results. After evaluating comments, the final results of this review are expected to be issued within 120 days.

The International Trade Administration of the Department of Commerce is preparing for the initiation of Sunset Reviews in April 2021. These reviews, conducted every five years under the Tariff Act of 1930, assess whether stopping antidumping or countervailing duties could lead to renewed dumping or harmful subsidies. Interested parties in such reviews should notify Commerce in writing within 10 days of the notice's publication and provide comments within 30 days. This notice serves as an alert to those involved in international trade, although it is not required by law.

The Federal Register issued a correction concerning a previous rule published by the Department of Commerce and the Patent and Trademark Office. Originally, the rule document 2020-27049 listed the date "January 20, 2021," which has now been corrected to "January 21, 2021." This change is detailed on page 82917 of the document published on December 21, 2020. This correction ensures that any references to next steps or actions are linked to the accurate date.

The Census Bureau, part of the Department of Commerce, is gathering public comments on a new information collection effort related to the 2025 Field Test for the Current Population Survey (CPS). This test aims to try out an internet self-response method to improve how the survey is conducted. The test involves 50,000 households and each response should take about 10 minutes. The Census Bureau is interested in using feedback to refine their approach before potentially implementing changes in 2027. Public comments are welcome until 30 days after the notice's publication.

The Department of Commerce is planning to create a new system of records called "COMMERCE/DEPT-30, Public Affairs Records." This system aims to help the Department's Office of Public Affairs maintain communication with the media, civil society organizations, and the public based on regional and policy interests. The records will include data such as contact information, travel records, and press releases, and will support functions like research, storm documentation, and public communication. Safeguards will be in place to ensure that the handling of these records complies with legal and privacy standards.