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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is requesting public comments on the American Pyrotechnics Association's (APA) application for exemptions from certain hours-of-service regulations. The exemptions would allow drivers transporting pyrotechnics for Independence Day celebrations from 2025 to 2029 to use paper records instead of electronic logging devices and to exclude rest periods from their 14-hour working limit. These exemptions are intended to ease the logistical challenges faced by the fireworks industry during this busy period. Public comments must be submitted by May 19, 2025.

East Chicago Rail Terminal, LLC (ECRT) is planning to acquire and operate a small section of railroad track from Chrome, LLC at East Chicago, Indiana. This track is 467 feet long and connects to the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad. ECRT has agreed to this purchase and plans to use the track to provide common carrier rail service to Tri-Star DEF LLC without affecting any future agreements with other carriers. The acquisition is expected to be completed on or after February 26, 2021, and is exempt from environmental and historic reporting requirements.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to change Jet Route J-146 and create a new Area Navigation Route called Q-186. These changes are due to the upcoming shutdown of part of a navigational aid in Chardon, Ohio. The modifications aim to maintain safe and efficient air travel despite the navigation aid's decommissioning. Comments on these proposed changes are invited until April 7, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing changes to airways V-444 and V-504 in Alaska due to the planned shutdown of the Evansville, AK, Nondirectional Radio Beacon. These changes are part of a larger effort to modernize air navigation in Alaska, shifting toward reliance on newer technology. The proposed amendments aim to maintain safe and efficient airspace operations by updating the airways' structures, with V-444 and V-504 being redefined to account for the loss of the Evansville Beacon. Public comments on these changes are invited until February 13, 2025.

The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) announced a final rule to update the St. Lawrence Seaway Tariff of Tolls to match fees charged by the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) in Canada, starting in the 2025 navigation season. This tariff outlines the tolls for vessels and commodities using their facilities. GLS clarified that these changes won't significantly impact small U.S. entities because they mostly affect foreign vessels. The rule doesn't require an environmental impact statement and has no federalism or unfunded mandates implications.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew the information collection required for certifying air carriers and commercial operators under Federal Aviation Regulation part 119. Organizations seeking certification must report necessary information, which the FAA uses to ensure compliance with aviation regulations. Public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve or reduce the burden of the information collection are invited until March 22, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to replace an existing Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A350 airplanes. This comes after the development of a new water-resistant integrated control panel (ICP) to prevent issues from liquid spills on the flight deck, which previously could cause engine shutdowns mid-flight. The proposed rule would make it mandatory to install this new panel, eliminating the need for previous protective measures. Public comments on this proposal can be submitted until April 8, 2021.

Portland & Western Railroad, Inc. (PNWR) has filed a notice to abandon a section of railroad track in Tigard, Oregon, covering about 4,111 feet, as there has been no train traffic on it since 2007. The exemption will take effect in January 2025, provided no objections or offers of financial assistance are received. PNWR has ensured that all environmental, historic, and procedural requirements for the abandonment process have been met. If there are any issues with the notice’s accuracy, the exemption could be invalidated, and any affected employees are entitled to protections.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Transportation Department, is proposing changes to the airspace at Cortez Municipal Airport in Cortez, Colorado. The proposal includes modifications to the Class E airspace, which provides controlled airspace for aircraft operations; these changes are intended to improve safety and efficiency for instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. The FAA is also suggesting updates to the airport's legal descriptions and inviting public comments on these proposed changes by March 3, 2025. The agency assures that these adjustments are routine, have minimal economic impact, and are essential to keep flight procedures current.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proposing a new rule that would allow states to waive the hazardous materials endorsement requirement for drivers with a Class A commercial driver's license who transport up to 1,000 gallons of aviation jet fuel for agricultural operations. This change aims to help agricultural aviation companies, especially those in remote areas, by making it easier to find drivers to deliver jet fuel, thus supporting these businesses' efficiency. The proposal may lead to cost savings for both drivers and agricultural operators, without reducing safety, as these operations typically occur in low-traffic rural areas. Public comments on the proposal are being accepted until February 3, 2025.