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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9907
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced that the Arizona Advisory Committee will be holding a series of online meetings via Webex to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on Native American communities. These meetings are scheduled for March 30, April 6, April 13, and April 19, 2021, each starting at 12:00 p.m. Mountain Time. There will be an opportunity for public comments during the meetings, and those interested can register through provided links. Participants with hearing impairments can access the proceedings through the Federal Relay Service.

    Simple Explanation

    The Civil Rights Commission wants to understand how COVID-19 has affected Native American communities in Arizona, so they are having video meetings to talk about it. People can listen, share ideas, and use a special service if they have trouble hearing.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7690
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Maine State Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on February 18, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (ET). The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the next steps for their digital equity project. The meeting is open to the public, who can join via a web conference link or by phone. Members of the public can also make comments during the meeting or submit written comments afterwards.

    Simple Explanation

    The Civil Rights Commission is letting people know about a meeting on February 18, 2021, on the internet to talk about how to help everyone use digital tools better. People can watch or join the meeting, but there are a few things that need to be fixed, like the web link is broken, and there aren't clear instructions on how to join or what to do during the meeting.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11820
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce has announced the cancellation of the 2030 Census Advisory Committee meeting that was originally scheduled for April 3-4, 2025. The meeting will no longer take place, and those interested in more information can contact Shana Banks, the Advisory Committee Branch Chief, or use the Federal Relay Service for TTY communication. The notice of this cancellation was approved by Ron Jarmin, Acting Director of the Census Bureau, and was officially published in the Federal Register on March 12, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Census Bureau was going to have a big meeting about the 2030 Census, but now it's cancelled. If anyone has questions, they can talk to a special person named Shana or use a special phone service for help.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8580
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced a public meeting conducted by the Georgia Advisory Committee, set for March 10, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This meeting, held via web conference, aims to gather testimony about civil asset forfeiture in Georgia. The public can participate by registering online or joining by phone, with options for submitting written comments or making statements during the open comment period. More information can be obtained by contacting Melissa Wojnaroski through email or phone.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is having an online meeting to listen to people talk about a rule called "civil asset forfeiture" in Georgia, where they discuss taking things from people suspected of breaking the law. People can join the talk by signing up online or calling in, but some might need help if they have hearing problems or if the phone company charges money for the call.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 285
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is announcing a virtual meeting of the Georgia Advisory Committee on January 25, 2021. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the next steps in their study of civil asset forfeiture in Georgia. The meeting is open to the public, who can listen in via a toll-free call and submit comments afterward. Additional details and contact information for Melissa Wojnaroski, the Designated Federal Officer, are provided for those seeking further involvement or information.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government is having an online meeting to talk about how they take away things like money and cars when people break local laws in Georgia, and anyone can listen and say what they think about it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9906
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Missouri Advisory Committee will hold an online meeting on February 24, 2021, to discuss civil rights issues in the state. The meeting is open to the public, who can join via the web platform WebEx or by phone. There will be an open comment period for the public to express their views. Members of the public can also submit written comments, which must be received within 30 days following the meeting. Records from the meeting will be accessible through the Commission's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The Civil Rights Commission is having a meeting online to talk about fairness and rights for people in Missouri. Anyone can join to listen and share their thoughts.