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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule granting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for potassium polyaspartate when used as an inert ingredient in pesticide formulations, at a maximum of 10% concentration pre-harvest. This decision means that there is no need to set a maximum legal limit for residues of this chemical in food, as it has been deemed safe. The rule is effective from March 20, 2025, and the EPA has reviewed scientific data to ensure that there is a reasonable certainty of no harm from aggregate exposure to potassium polyaspartate. The regulation does not directly affect states or tribal governments and aligns with federal standards without imposing additional mandates.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), part of the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection activity related to mental health care services for Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC). This proposal includes several forms designed to assist in providing mental health care, such as initial evaluations and risk assessments, group counseling documentation, and referral forms. Comments are requested regarding the necessity, practicality, burden, and clarity of this information collection, and should be submitted within 60 days of the notice's publication.