September 7, 2021 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents
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Notice of Availability of Record of Decision for the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Allatoona Lake Water Supply Storage Reallocation Study and Updates to Weiss and Logan Martin Reservoir Project Water Control Manuals in the Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa River Basin, Alabama and Georgia
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announces the availability of the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Final Integrated Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Allatoona Lake Water Supply Storage Reallocation Study and Updates to Weiss and Logan Martin Reservoir Project Water Control Manuals in the Alabama-Coosa- Tallapoosa River Basin, Alabama and Georgia (FR/SEIS), published in the Federal Register on Friday, November 20, 2020. The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works signed the ROD on August 27, 2021. Copies of the ROD along with the FR/SEIS and other supporting documents are available for viewing at https://www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/ Planning-Environmental/Allatoona-Lake-Water-Supply-Storage- Reallocation-Study-and-Updates-to-Weiss-and-Logan-Martin-Rese rvoirs- Project-Water-Control-Manuals/Document-Library/.
Mandatory Inspection of Egg Substitutes and Freeze-Dried Egg Products Imported Into the United States
On October 29, 2020, the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) published the final rule, ``Egg Products Inspection Regulations,'' which, among other things, announced that FSIS would begin exercising jurisdiction over plants that produce egg substitutes and freeze-dried egg products on October 30, 2023. This notice provides information to foreign countries that already export these products to the United States, as well as countries interested in exporting these products to the United States, about submitting their equivalence documentation to FSIS so that the Agency can begin assessing their eligibility before October 30, 2023.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the following information collection requirement to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published in the Federal Register and 22 comments were received. NSF is forwarding the proposed renewal submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the publication of this second notice.
Certain Cased Pencils From the People's Republic of China: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review and Preliminary Determination of No Shipments; 2019-2020
The Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that Wah Yuen Stationery Co. Ltd. and Shandong Wah Yuen Stationery Co. Ltd. (collectively, Wah Yuen) had no shipments of certain cased pencils from the People's Republic of China (China) during the period of review (POR) December 1, 2019, through November 30, 2020. Commerce also preliminarily determines that Tianjin Tonghe Stationery Co., Ltd. (Tianjin Tonghe) and Ningbo Homey Union Co., Ltd. (Ningbo Homey) are part of the China-wide entity. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results.
Certain Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires From the People's Republic of China: Preliminary Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review Rescission in Part, and Intent To Rescind in Part; 2019
The Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers/ exporters of certain passenger vehicle and light truck tires (passenger tires) from the People's Republic of China (China) during the period of review (POR), January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2019. In addition, we are rescinding the review with respect to 19 companies, and announcing our preliminary intent to rescind this review with respect to eight other companies. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results.
Certain Passenger Vehicle and Light Truck Tires From the People's Republic of China: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; and Preliminary Determination of No Shipments; 2019-2020
The Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that certain producers and exporters of passenger vehicle and light truck tires (passenger tires) from the People's Republic of China (China) made sales of subject merchandise at prices below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR), August 1, 2019, through July 31, 2020. Commerce also preliminarily finds that one company did not ship subject merchandise to the United States during the POR. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results.
Ripe Olives From Spain: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2019-2020
The Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that producers or exporters subject to this administrative review made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value during the period of review (POR), August 1, 2019, through July 31, 2020. We invite interested parties to comment on these preliminary results.
Ripe Olives From Spain: Preliminary Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; 2019
The Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers/ exporters of ripe olives from Spain during the period of review, January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2019. Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results.
Finished Carbon Steel Flanges From India: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2019-2020
The Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily finds that producers/exporters of finished carbon steel flanges from India (flanges), including R.N. Gupta & Co. (Gupta) and the Norma Group sold subject merchandise at prices below normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR) August 1, 2019, through July 31, 2020.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Rough Diamonds Control Regulations
The Department of the Treasury, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Currently, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) within the Department of the Treasury is soliciting comments concerning OFAC's information collection requirements contained within OFAC's Rough Diamonds Control Regulations.
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that was published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to certain Airbus SAS Model A318-111, -112, and -122 airplanes; Model A319-111, -112, - 113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; and Model A320-211, - 212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes. As published, the AD number specified in the preamble and regulatory text is incorrect. This document corrects this error. In all other respects, the original document remains the same.
Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority
As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collections. Comments are requested concerning: Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid OMB control number.
Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Pennsylvania
This is a notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the State of Pennsylvania dated 08/31/2021. Incident: Flash Flooding. Incident Period: 08/18/2021.
2021 Continuation of Temporary Power Sales Program
Southwestern Power Administration (Southwestern) is accepting new applications under its Temporary Power Sales Program for 2021. Electric utility organizations interested in participating in the Temporary Power Sales Program should notify Southwestern of their interest by providing the information requested in the enclosed Resource Data Form B-2 and/or Resource Data Form L-2 to Southwestern.
Termination of the Marketing Order for Irish Potatoes Grown in Washington State
This rule invites comments on the proposed termination of the Federal marketing order regulating the handling of Irish potatoes grown in Washington, and the rules and regulations issued thereunder. The marketing order is administered locally by the State of Washington Potato Committee (Committee), which unanimously recommended its termination at a meeting held on June 11, 2020. This recommendation is based on the Committee's determination that the marketing order is no longer an effective marketing tool for the Washington potato industry and that termination would best serve the current needs of the industry by eliminating the cost associated with its operation.
Proposed Extension of Information Collection Request Submitted for Public Comment; Requirements Related to Energy Efficient Homes Credit; Manufactured Homes
The Internal Revenue Service, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Currently, the IRS is soliciting comments concerning the guidance for taxpayers regarding information collection requirements related to energy efficient homes credit, manufactured homes.
Amendment of Class E Airspace; Pocahontas, IA
This action amends the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Pocahontas Municipal Airport, Pocahontas, IA. This action is the result of an airspace review due to the decommissioning of the Pocahontas non-directional beacon (NDB). Additionally, the geographical coordinates of the airport are also being updated to coincide with the FAA's aeronautical database, which was inadvertently omitted in the NPRM docket.
Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE or the Department) is proposing to amend its current regulations on contractor workplace substance abuse programs at DOE sites to be consistent with the Secretary of Energy's memorandum, dated September 14, 2007, entitled Decisions regarding drug testing for Department of Energy positions that require access authorizations (Security Clearances), and because there is a continued need for these changes. The proposed amendments would decrease the random drug testing rate for individuals in certain testing designated positions, and clarify that all positions requiring access authorizations (security clearances) are included in the testing designated positions. In addition, the proposed amendments would clarify requirements for DOE approval prior to allowing persons in certain testing designated positions to return to work after removal for illegal drug use.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested;Extension Without Change of a Currently Approved Collection; Comments Requested: Form CSO-005, Preliminary Background Check Form
The Department of Justice (DOJ), U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), will submit the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Office of Shared Solutions and Performance Improvement (OSSPI); Chief Data Officers Council (CDO); Notification of Upcoming Public Meeting
The Federal Chief Data Officers Council (CDO Council) is having a public meeting which will introduce the public to CDO Council priorities, first year accomplishments and working group updates. Additionally, the CDO Council will host panel discussions of Federal data leaders. The meeting will also share information about Evidence Act Councils data collaboration efforts across the Federal government. The CDO Council will introduce a Request for Information (RFI) for the public to provide input on key questions to support the council's mission and focus areas. Responses to this RFI will inform the Council's efforts and will be shared with the relevant groups in the Council.
Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Turbomeca S.A.) Turboshaft Engines
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-04-06 for all Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Safran Helicopter Engines) Arrius 2B1, 2B1A, 2B2, and 2K1 model turboshaft engines. AD 2014-04-06 required initial and repetitive inspections of the hydro-mechanical metering unit (HMU) high-pressure pump drive gear shaft splines, cleaning and inspections of the sleeve assembly splines, and replacement of the sleeve assembly on the affected high-pressure pump drive gear shaft or replacement of the HMU if the HMU fails inspection. This AD was prompted by in-flight shutdowns caused by interrupted fuel supply at the HMU. This AD requires revised inspections and continues to require cleaning of the sleeve assembly splines, and replacement of the sleeve assembly on the affected high-pressure pump drive gear shaft or replacement of the HMU if the HMU fails an inspection. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Certain Non-Government Persons Not Authorized To Participate in Examinations of Books and Witnesses as a Section 6103(n) Contractor
This document contains final regulations modifying regulations relating to IRS administrative proceedings to reflect limitations that are required by the enactment of the Taxpayer First Act of 2019. These final regulations implement new rules regarding the persons who may be provided books, papers, records, or other data obtained pursuant to section 7602 of the Internal Revenue Code (Code) for the sole purpose of providing expert evaluation and assistance to the IRS, and adopt further limitations on the types of non-governmental attorneys to whom, under the authority of section 6103(n) of the Code, any books, papers, records, or other data obtained pursuant to section 7602 may be provided. These final regulations also prohibit any IRS contractors from asking substantive questions of a summoned witness under oath or asking a summoned person's representative to clarify an objection or assertion of privilege. The regulations affect persons who are examined by the IRS and any persons who are questioned by the IRS under oath pursuant to section 7602.
World Trade Center Health Program Scientific/Technical Advisory Committee (WTCHP STAC)
In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, the CDC announces the following virtual meeting for the World Trade Center Health Program Scientific/Technical Advisory Committee (WTCHP STAC). A notice of this WTCHP STAC meeting has also been posted on the committee website at: https://www.cdc.gov/wtc/stac_meeting.html.
Solicitation of Nominations for Membership on the Lead Exposure and Prevention Advisory Committee (LEPAC)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is soliciting nominations for membership on the LEPAC. The LEPAC is composed of 15 members that are Federal and non-Federal experts in fields associated with lead screening, the prevention of lead exposure, and services for individuals and communities affected by lead exposure. Nominations are being sought for individuals with expertise in the fields of epidemiology, toxicology, mental health, pediatrics, early childhood education, special education, diet and nutrition, and environmental health. Members may be invited to serve for three-year terms. Selection of members is based on candidates' qualifications to contribute to the accomplishment of LEPAC objectives.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Reclassification Petitions for Medical Devices
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, Agency, or we) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the Agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Federal Agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of an existing collection of information, and to allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information collection associated with reclassification of medical devices.
Revision to Restrictions on Shipment or Use for Human Blood and Blood Components Exceptions; Technical Amendment
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is amending the biologics regulation to improve clarity and revise an incorrect citation. This action is being taken to ensure the accuracy and clarity of the biologics regulation.
Food and Drug Administration New Era of Smarter Food Safety Summit on E-Commerce; Public Meeting; Request for Comments
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is announcing a virtual public meeting entitled ``FDA New Era of Smarter Food Safety Summit on E-Commerce: Ensuring the Safety of Foods Ordered Online and Delivered Directly to Consumers.'' The purpose of the public meeting is to engage with stakeholders and invite input on various topics pertaining to the implementation of Core Element 3.1 of the New Era of Smarter Food Safety Blueprint. We intend to use information resulting from the public meeting to determine what action(s), if any, should be taken to help ensure the safe production and delivery of human and animal foods sold through new e-commerce business models.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Labeling Requirements for Prescription Drugs
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, Agency, or we) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the Agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Federal Agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of an existing collection of information, and to allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information collection associated with labeling requirements for prescription drugs.
Revocation of Class E Airspace; Red Hook, NY
This action removes Class E airspace in Red Hook, NY, as Skypark Airport has been abandoned, and controlled airspace is no longer required. This action would enhance the safety and management of controlled airspace within the national airspace system.
Pediatric Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Comments; Correction
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is correcting a notice entitled ``Pediatric Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Comments.'' The document announced a meeting of the Pediatric Advisory Committee. The document was published with the incorrect docket number and end time of the meeting. This document corrects those errors.
Final Flood Hazard Determinations
Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below.
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Daviess County, Kentucky and Incorporated Areas
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is withdrawing its proposed notice concerning proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include the addition or modification of any Base Flood Elevation, base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway (herein after referred to as proposed flood hazard determinations) on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps and, where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study reports for Daviess County, Kentucky and Incorporated Areas.
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). In addition, the FIRM and FIS report, once effective, will be used by insurance agents and others to calculate appropriate flood insurance premium rates for new buildings and the contents of those buildings.
Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
New or modified Base (1-percent annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and/or regulatory floodways (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations) as shown on the indicated Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) for each of the communities listed in the table below are finalized. Each LOMR revises the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and in some cases the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, currently in effect for the listed communities. The flood hazard determinations modified by each LOMR will be used to calculate flood insurance premium rates for new buildings and their contents.
30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Comprehensive Listing of Transactional Documents for Mortgagors, Mortgagees and Contractors
HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the revision of OMB Collection 2502-0605. HUD is proposing to remove from the collection Form HUD-90011t-ORCF, Lender NarrativeOperating Loss Loan Section 232/223(d)-COVID. All other forms currently approved in OMB Collection 2502-0605 remain unchanged and remain under the current expiration cycle of June 30, 2022. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comment from all interested parties on the proposed collection of information. The purpose of this notice is to allow for an additional 30 days of public comment.
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Atlantic Bluefish Fishery; Quota Transfer from ME to RI
NMFS announces that the State of Maine is transferring a portion of its 2021 commercial bluefish quota to the State of Rhode Island. This quota adjustment is necessary to comply with the Atlantic Bluefish Fishery Management Plan quota transfer provisions. This announcement informs the public of the revised commercial bluefish quotas for Maine and Rhode Island.
Notice of Public Meetings of the Kansas Advisory Committee
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act that the Kansas Advisory Committee (Committee) will hold a meeting via web conference on, September 09, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. Central Time. The purpose of the meeting is for the committee to discuss plans for the upcoming briefing(s) on voting.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Representative and Address Provisions
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, invites comments on the extension and revision of an existing information collection: 0651- 0035 (Representative and Address Provisions). The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the information collection to OMB.
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