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The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced the receipt of applications for special permits related to the transportation of hazardous materials. These applications detail requests for permits to use various transportation methods like motor vehicles, rail freight, cargo vessels, and aircraft, including passenger-carrying planes. People interested in commenting on these applications must do so by March 12, 2021. Copies of the applications can be reviewed at the Records Center in Washington, DC.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering a request to release and sell two parcels of land, totaling 4.28 acres, at the Liberal Mid-America Regional Airport in Kansas. This proposal allows the city to use the land for a water reservoir and warehouse, while ensuring the airport receives fair market value and retains mineral rights. The FAA has determined that this transaction will not impact the airport's future aviation needs. Public comments on the proposal are welcome until March 5, 2021.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is inviting public comments on a request to determine the coastwise endorsement eligibility for the foreign-built vessel SEA STAR. This vessel intends to operate as a taxi and tour service in Puget Sound and the Inside Passage, accommodating no more than twelve passengers. MARAD seeks input on potential impacts this determination may have on U.S. vessel builders or businesses that utilize U.S.-flag vessels. Comments can be submitted through various methods by January 6, 2025, and will be publicly available unless submitted confidentially following specific procedures.

The Federal Highway Administration within the Transportation Department has issued a rule to address a recent mistake in the Code of Federal Regulations. This correction involves removing the section titled "Sign Details" from Appendix C to Subpart A of Part 470 in Title 23 of the Code, as revised on April 1, 2024. This action was published to ensure the accuracy and clarity of the regulations.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to deny 3 North LLC's request for a 5-year exemption that would allow three of its commercial driver's license (CDL) holders, who are under the age of 21 with a "K" restriction for intrastate-only operations, to drive in a state other than their home state. FMCSA determined that granting this exemption would not provide a level of safety equivalent to existing regulations. The decision was based on an evaluation of the application, public comments, and concerns about disrupting state regulations regarding "K" restrictions. The agency suggested that the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program could be a better alternative for those drivers.

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) of the Department of Transportation has announced the availability of final policy guidance for the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) program. This guidance updates the initial policy from January 2023 and incorporates public feedback from earlier in 2024. It provides details about the steps and criteria projects must meet to qualify for discretionary funding. Certain projects already in progress may continue under the old guidance, but they can opt to switch to the new guidelines if they choose.

PHMSA is asking the public to comment on a second set of draft Frequently Asked Questions (Batch-2 FAQs) related to the "Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines" rule. This rule involves reconfirming Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) and expanding assessment requirements for gas transmission pipelines. The FAQs are designed to help explain the rule and how to implement necessary changes, but they are not legally binding. Interested individuals can submit their comments via the Federal Register or by mail, and once reviewed, the final version of the FAQs will be available online.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced its intention to submit a renewal for the Information Collection Request (ICR) titled "Application for Certificate of Registration for Foreign Motor Carriers and Foreign Motor Private Carriers." This request involves Mexico-based motor carriers who wish to transport property within certain U.S. municipalities near the U.S.-Mexico border. These carriers must file Form OP-2 for registration, and the FMCSA is seeking public comments on whether this collection is necessary and how it might be improved or made less burdensome. Comments are requested by April 13, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to establish Class D airspace and amend Class E airspace for Auburn University Regional Airport in Auburn, Alabama. This change is due to the introduction of a new air traffic control tower at the airport, ensuring the safe and efficient management of aircraft operations. The rule is effective from February 20, 2025, and provides necessary updates to airspace regulations to accommodate instrument flight rules (IFR) operations in the area. The FAA determined that this action is routine and does not significantly impact the environment or small businesses.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced it will not enforce a rule titled "Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Correction" until March 20, 2025. This decision was made to allow time for a review of the rule by executive departments and agencies, ensuring it aligns with legal and policy requirements. The rule, originally published on January 10, 2025, corrected two errors in a previous regulation. FMCSA's action is part of a broader regulatory review initiated by the President.