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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the withdrawal of a rule that was originally published on September 20, 2024. This rule was intended to amend regulations regarding regulatory hearings before the agency. However, after receiving a significant number of adverse comments from the public, the FDA decided not to proceed with the changes. The rule is officially withdrawn as of January 17, 2025.

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is holding a series of virtual meetings from March 1 to March 5, 2021, due to COVID-19 concerns. The meetings will include various committees such as Law Enforcement, Habitat and Ecosystem-Based Management, Mackerel Cobia, Snapper Grouper, and others. A formal public comment session is scheduled, and the Council will discuss issues like amendments for fishery management plans, the impact of COVID-19 on fisheries data collection, and updates on electronic reporting. Participants need to register for the webinar to attend the meetings.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced preparations for the 20th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), set for November 2025 in Uzbekistan. They plan to propose amendments to the CITES Appendices, which list species needing protection, and are considering resolutions and agenda items based on public feedback. The notice invites public comments on potential proposals and explains how organizations can participate as observers. The Service is also considering various animal and plant species for protection, with a focus on ensuring trade practices do not threaten their survival.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has announced a recent filing by the Postal Service regarding a negotiated service agreement. The notice invites the public to submit comments by March 13, 2025, and provides details on how to do so. This filing involves several docket numbers related to amendments and additions to various Postal Service contracts, with proceedings open for public comment as specified. The notice aims to gather public input on whether these requests align with relevant legal and regulatory policies.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced several electric rate and reliability filings received from various companies, including the California Independent System Operator Corporation, Hamilton Liberty LLC, and Horizon West Transmission, LLC, among others. These filings involve amendments, tariff cancellations, compliance filings, and requests for waivers or approvals related to energy services and agreements. Public comments on these filings are due by specific deadlines, with the latest being March 22, 2021. Individuals interested in intervening or protesting must follow FERC's procedures and submit filings by the specified comment date.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is releasing a monthly notice regarding amendments to facility operating licenses and combined licenses under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. These amendments involve no significant hazards consideration (NSHC), meaning they don't significantly increase risk or create new accident possibilities. Public comments are invited, and people can request a hearing if they believe they would be impacted by these changes. The NRC emphasizes the use of their electronic filing system for submitting documents related to these proceedings.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have jointly updated Form PF, used for confidential reporting by certain investment advisers. These changes correct previous errors and add omitted amendments, ensuring accuracy and consistency. The updates, effective April 11, 2025, do not introduce new regulations but refine existing requirements. The agencies expedited the amendments without seeking public comments due to their non-substantive nature.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on an information collection request before submitting it to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This request pertains to amendments to investment awards and project service maps handled by the Economic Development Administration (EDA). The EDA requires information from award recipients to decide on changes to the terms of an award. Comments can be submitted through the specified website within 30 days of the notice's publication.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has published a notice about amendments to the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community's Liquor Ordinance. These changes, effective from March 21, 2025, update the rules for selling alcohol within the community, covering both on-sale and off-sale transactions. The amendments provide regulations on licensing, operation, and management of liquor sales on Tribally-owned property, including compliance with state and federal laws. The Community's Business Council plays a key role in overseeing on-sale and off-sale liquor operations and reporting to the General Council.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is inviting public comments about a collection of information linked to Form ID, a form used to obtain EDGAR access codes necessary for electronic filings. Proposed amendments to the form would require individuals or organizations that already have a Central Index Key (CIK) but no EDGAR access codes to submit Form ID. This change is expected to increase the annual Form ID filings from 46,842 to 48,493, with the total annual burden rising from 7,026 hours to 7,274 hours. Public comments on these changes can be submitted via the reginfo.gov website or via email within 30 days of the notice's publication.