Trade and Commerce
Antidumping and Countervailing Duties
The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued several determinations regarding antidumping and countervailing duties on imports from various countries. Notably, the department found that ferrosilicon from Kazakhstan is being sold at less than fair value, leading to the imposition of antidumping duties. This decision is detailed in the final affirmative determination. Similarly, ferrosilicon from Malaysia has been determined to be sold at less than fair value, although no critical circumstances were found, as outlined in the final determination. Additionally, the department has finalized its decision on dioctyl terephthalate (DOTP) from Malaysia, confirming sales at less than fair value, which could lead to further duties if the U.S. International Trade Commission finds injury to U.S. industries, as detailed in the final determination.
Environmental Protection
Marine Mammals and Coral Conservation
The National Marine Fisheries Service is considering renewing a permit for the lethal removal of specific sea lions in the Columbia River to protect threatened fish species, as detailed in the notice. Public comments on this renewal request are open until May 12, 2025. Additionally, the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources has received a permit to collect and enhance pillar coral to conserve the species' genetic diversity, as outlined in the permit issuance notice.
Health and Human Services
Closed Meetings on Health Research
Several institutes under the National Institutes of Health have announced closed meetings to discuss grant applications and research evaluations. The National Institute on Aging will hold a closed meeting to review digital technologies for Alzheimer's screening, as noted in the notice. Similarly, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke has scheduled closed meetings to evaluate grant applications related to clinical trial readiness and biomarker studies, as detailed in the notice.
These updates reflect ongoing regulatory actions across trade, environmental protection, and health research, highlighting the government's efforts to address complex issues in these areas.
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