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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 12076
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking the public and other federal agencies to comment on a collection of information related to a tax rule called GILTI. This rule applies to income from foreign corporations that U.S. partners of a domestic partnership own. Comments are being sought to help reduce paperwork and improve the rule's effectiveness. People can send their comments by April 30, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The IRS wants to hear what people think about a tax rule that deals with money made from foreign companies when American partners are involved. They're asking for thoughts to help make the rule simpler and better, and people can share their ideas by the end of April 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 5314
    Reading Time:about 14 minutes

    The Department of Transportation (DOT) is extending the deadline for comments on their request for information about an Inclusive Design Reference Hub. This initiative aims to create a resource library focusing on accessibility in automated vehicles for people with disabilities. The RFI seeks input on best practices, technical standards, and ways to ensure long-term sustainability of the project. Interested parties can submit their comments electronically by February 19, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Transportation wants to hear what people think about making cars easier for everyone to use, especially for those with disabilities. They are giving everyone a little more time, until February 19, 2021, to share their ideas and thoughts.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107149
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) within the Department of Health and Human Services is updating its structure to better meet legal requirements. This new organization includes various offices that focus on expanding health technology, improving healthcare access, and driving innovation in health systems. Each office has specific roles, such as developing new tools, improving health system resilience, and increasing healthcare accessibility. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra, has endorsed these changes to ensure ARPA-H effectively supports health advancements.

    Simple Explanation

    The people in charge of health projects are changing how they work so they can do a better job at making everyone's health better. They're setting up new teams to come up with cool tools and ideas to help more people get healthier.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 5838
    Reading Time:about 30 minutes

    The Department of Education is inviting applications for grants under the Demonstration Grants for Indian Children and Youth Program. This program aims to support community-driven projects that create innovative services to improve the educational opportunities for Indian students. The Department is offering an estimated $20 million for this competition, with awards ranging from $400,000 to $500,000 each. These projects should focus on preparing Native youth for college and careers and may gain additional points if they include partnerships with local businesses or focus on early learning initiatives.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Education wants to give money to special projects that help Native American kids do better in school. They have $20 million to share, and each project can get up to $500,000, but everyone needs to follow some important rules to get the money.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 17543
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The executive order establishes the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to encourage excellence and innovation at these institutions. It aims to enhance HBCUs' abilities to provide top-quality education by collaborating with federal agencies, private-sector employers, and other partners to increase funding and support for these schools. The order also dissolves a previous executive order and establishes a President's Board of Advisors to offer guidance and strengthen HBCU programs. The initiative seeks to improve infrastructure, promote student success, and ensure HBCUs can access more federal research funding.

    Simple Explanation

    The President wants to help special colleges called HBCUs by working with others to make sure they get more support and money to be even better. This means more teamwork with different groups, which will help these schools teach students well and fix their buildings.