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  • 2025-02295 — Proposal Review; Notice of Meetings
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9089
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) plans to hold proposal review meetings throughout the year to evaluate and provide recommendations on proposals submitted for financial support. These meetings will focus on reviewing and assessing the progress of already awarded proposals and will occur primarily at the NSF headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. The meetings will be closed to the public due to proprietary and confidential information involved. For detailed information about these meetings, including schedules and panel details, individuals can visit the NSF website or contact them via phone.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Science Foundation is having special meetings to look at projects they might give money to, but people can't come because they talk about secret stuff. If you want to know when these meetings are, you can check their website or call them.

  • 2024-31306 — Initiation of Section 301 Investigation; Hearing; and Request for Public Comments: China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Targeting of the Semiconductor Industry for Dominance
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106725
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The U.S. Trade Representative has begun a Section 301 investigation into China's strategies aimed at dominating the semiconductor industry. This inquiry will examine China's extensive non-market tactics, like state-control and financial support, which might unfairly impact U.S. commerce and global markets. A public hearing will be held in March 2025, and the Office is inviting public comments, particularly about how these practices may disadvantage U.S. companies in critical sectors like defense and telecommunications. Interested parties can submit their comments or requests to participate in the hearing through a designated online portal.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. is looking into how China tries to be the best in making tiny computer chips, which might hurt other countries, especially America. They want people to share their thoughts on this, and there will be a meeting to talk about it next year.

  • 2024-30891 — Proposed Collection; Comment Request
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106454
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of Defense is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection related to its Homeowners Assistance Program (HAP) as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The program aims to provide financial support to eligible military members, DoD civilians, and their families who were affected by deployment-related injuries, disabilities, or job relocations after September 11, 2001. Comments are invited on the necessity and burden of the information collection, and suggestions for improving the quality and ease of the process are welcome. Interested parties can submit their feedback by February 28, 2025, through specified online or mail channels.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Department of Defense wants people to tell them what they think about a plan to collect information from military families who need help with their homes. They are asking if collecting this information is necessary and how to make it easier for families to share their stories.

  • 2024-28187 — Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: Statement of Assurance of Compliance With 85 Percent Enrollment Ratios; Statement of Assurance of Compliance With 85 Percent Enrollment Ratios Continuation Sheet
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95359
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking public comments on an information collection activity related to student enrollment ratios in educational institutions. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act, they want to ensure that no more than 85% of students in approved programs are receiving financial support from the institution or the VA. This compliance, known as the 85/15 Rule, helps prevent overpayment of VA educational assistance. Comments are open until January 2, 2025, and institutions must periodically submit data to confirm compliance.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to make sure that less than 85% of students at certain schools get help paying for school from one place, like the Veterans Affairs. This helps to make sure they don't give out too much money and now, they are asking people to share their thoughts about this plan.

  • 2024-29017 — Notice of Funds Availability (NOFA); Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99212
    Reading Time:about 42 minutes

    The United States Department of Agriculture announced the launch of the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program, which provides financial support to specialty crop producers to help them expand or develop markets. Applications for this assistance will be accepted from December 10, 2024, to January 8, 2025. To qualify, producers must be actively engaged in farming specialty crops, such as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and floriculture, among others. The program aims to boost domestic market growth and address the challenges specialty crop producers face due to high costs and lower cash receipts.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is giving money to people who grow special plants like fruits and vegetables to help them sell their plants in more places. They have until January 8, 2025, to ask for the money, and there are some rules to follow which might be a bit tricky for smaller farmers.