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The Federal Reserve System has announced an extension of the comment period for an application involving the formation or acquisition of bank holding companies. The application in question concerns First Citizens BancShares, Inc., located in Raleigh, North Carolina, acquiring CIT Group, Inc., based in New York, New York. The public is invited to express their views in writing about this application, with the new deadline for submissions set for February 22, 2021. The information is accessible for review at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond and through specified online resources.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has extended the comment period for a draft risk assessment concerning Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS) in sewage sludge. Initially published on January 15, 2025, the public now has until August 14, 2025, to submit their comments. This extension grants additional time for stakeholders to review the document, which evaluates potential health and environmental risks related to the use and disposal of sewage sludge. The assessment aims to inform potential future regulations under the Clean Water Act.

On December 13, 2024, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced a proposed rule to amend Regulation V, which is tied to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). This proposed rule seeks to clarify the definitions of "consumer report" and "consumer reporting agency" and lays out guidelines for when consumer reports can be given to agencies and businesses. Originally, the comment period was set to end on March 3, 2025, but it has been extended to April 2, 2025, to give people more time to provide feedback. Comments can be submitted through various channels, including an online portal, email, and mail.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a regulation to address the health risks associated with a chemical called C.I. Pigment Violet 29 (PV29), as part of their assessment under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Initially, the comment period for this proposal was scheduled to end on February 28, 2025, but it has now been extended by 60 days, giving the public until April 29, 2025, to submit their feedback. The purpose of this extension is to allow stakeholders more time to review the materials and provide their comments. To participate, the public can submit comments online at regulations.gov and should refer to the ID number EPA-HQ-OPPT-2021-0277.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the deadline for public comments on a proposed rule concerning air quality management in the Bay Area, California. Originally, the comment period was supposed to end on December 30, 2024, but due to public requests, it has been extended to January 29, 2025. This extension allows more time for people to submit their opinions and feedback on the proposed rule. Comments should be submitted through the EPA's official website, and any questions or requests for additional information can be directed to Allison Kawasaki at EPA Region IX.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced an extension for public comments on its proposed intellectual property policy, giving interested parties until February 21, 2025, to respond. These proposals aim to establish flexible intellectual property options for NSF-backed public-private partnerships, ensuring a balanced distribution of intellectual property rights between academic and industrial collaborators. The NSF's proposed options, including licenses for research and commercial use, are designed to foster innovation while adhering to existing federal laws like the Bayh-Dole Act. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback on issues such as the potential impacts on innovation, balance and flexibility in rights distribution, and barriers to adoption.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has issued a notice to extend the comment period for a proposed rule by 15 days, now ending on January 15, 2025. The rule aims to update FRA’s procedures on waivers and safety-related proceedings, focusing on what it means to be "in the public interest" and "consistent with railroad safety." This extension comes after requests from railroad associations, who needed more time to review the changes due to resource constraints and the holiday schedule. Comments can be submitted online through regulations.gov.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an extension of 30 days for the public to comment on proposed updates to a rule about fees under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Originally, the comment period was set to end on February 25, 2021, but it will now close on March 27, 2021. This extension was granted to give stakeholders more time to understand how the fee changes could affect them in the years 2022, 2023, and 2024. Those interested are encouraged to submit their comments through the Federal eRulemaking Portal.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has extended the comment period for a proposed rule, originally published on October 24, 2024. This rule aims to update the safety standards for railroad tracks, requiring various classes of railroads to use Track Geometry Measurement System technology at certain frequencies. Two associations requested a 60-day extension to better assess the rule's impact, but the FRA granted a 15-day extension, moving the new deadline to January 7, 2025. Public comments are requested and will be published online, with privacy considerations in place.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has extended the comment period for a draft evaluation concerning the pesticide glyphosate. Initially, the public had 60 days to comment on the potential effects of glyphosate on endangered species and their habitats, but this has now been extended by 45 days, with the new deadline being March 12, 2021. This extension allows more time for stakeholders to understand the complex evaluation and submit their feedback. The EPA made this decision due to the technical nature of the evaluation and requests from several groups for additional time to engage experts and prepare detailed comments.