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The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint from The NOCO Company regarding the importation and sale of portable battery jump starters, which allegedly violate trade laws. The complaint lists numerous companies, including some from the U.S. and abroad, and requests the Commission to issue orders to stop these activities and possibly impose a bond during a review period. The public is invited to comment on this issue, especially on how the proposed actions might impact public health and U.S. consumers. Any submissions must be made electronically, and the rules for confidential submissions are outlined.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is withdrawing the approval of 27 abbreviated new drug applications because the companies that made these drugs told the FDA that they are no longer selling them. The withdrawal means these drugs will no longer have permission to be sold in the market. This action will take effect on February 16, 2021, but any remaining drug inventory that is still compliant with regulations can be used up until it runs out or expires.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the comment period for a proposed Settlement Agreement related to the Wyodak electric generating unit in Wyoming. Originally, the public was given until February 3, 2021, to provide feedback, but in response to a request, the deadline has been extended to March 5, 2021. This extension allows the public more time to submit their comments regarding the proposal. The agreement aims to resolve petitions for review filed by Wyoming and PacifiCorp, as mentioned in the Federal Register on January 4, 2021.

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has received a complaint concerning certain batteries and products containing them, filed by One World Technologies, Inc. and Techtronic Power Tools Technology Ltd. The complaint alleges violations of trade laws by several Chinese companies importing these products into the U.S. The ITC is requesting public comments on whether the requested remedial actions, such as exclusion orders, would impact public health, the U.S. economy, or consumers. Comments must be submitted electronically by a specified deadline and should address the potential effects on the public and competitive conditions in the U.S.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint from Aardvark Medical Inc. alleging that several companies are importing and selling nasal devices that violate section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The complaint requests actions like exclusion orders and cease and desist orders against these companies. The Commission is inviting public comments on the impact these actions could have on American public health, welfare, competitive conditions, and consumers. Comments must be submitted electronically within eight days of this notice's publication.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined that the Las Vegas area did not meet the 2015 ozone national air quality standards by the August 3, 2024, deadline. As a result, the area will be reclassified from "Moderate" to "Serious" nonattainment status on January 21, 2025. This change means that Las Vegas must comply with stricter air quality regulations and achieve the standards by August 3, 2027. The EPA’s decision is based on data showing ozone levels exceeding the allowed limits, and this decision follows the requirements of the Clean Air Act.

The U.S. International Trade Commission is seeking public comments on potential actions against Amazon involving certain video-capable electronic devices, such as computers and streaming devices, related to a violation of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission is interested in understanding how these actions could affect public health, competitive conditions, and consumers in the U.S. The public and interested government bodies can submit their thoughts by March 5, 2025. All submissions will be reviewed, with considerations given to public interest issues raised by the possible remedial actions.

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has received a complaint from Wilson Electronics LLC about certain cellular signal boosters and related products. They claim that some companies in California and China are violating trade laws by importing these products into the U.S. illegally. The ITC is asking for public comments on this issue to understand its impact on public health, welfare, and the U.S. economy. Comments must be submitted electronically, and the public has eight calendar days from when this notice is published to respond.

The U.S. International Trade Commission received a complaint from Credo Semiconductor Inc. and Credo Technology Group Ltd. regarding possible violations of trade law in the importation and sale of certain electrical cables. The complaint identifies companies from the U.S., Ireland, and the UK as potentially having imported these products unlawfully, and requests actions like exclusion and cease and desist orders. The Commission is asking for public comments on whether these actions would affect public health, safety, or economic conditions in the U.S. Comments are sought on how the import restrictions could impact consumers or whether alternative products are available domestically.