August 2023 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents
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Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (MAFMC); Public Meeting
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Committee and Advisory Panel will hold a public webinar meeting. See SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION for agenda details.
Mississippi Trustee Implementation Group Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Draft Restoration Plan 4 and Environmental Assessment: Restoration of Wetlands, Coastal and Nearshore Habitats; Nutrient Reduction (Nonpoint Source); and Provide and Enhance Recreational Opportunities
In accordance with the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA), the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), the Deepwater Horizon (DWH) Oil Spill Final Programmatic Damage Assessment Restoration Plan and Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision, and the Consent Decree, the Federal and State natural resource trustee agencies for the Mississippi Trustee Implementation Group (MS TIG) have prepared the ``Mississippi Trustee Implementation Group Draft Restoration Plan 4 and Environmental Assessment: Restoration of Wetlands, Coastal, and Nearshore Habitats; Nutrient Reduction (Nonpoint Source), and Provide and Enhance Recreational Opportunities'' (Draft RP4 and EA). In the Draft RP4 and EA, MS TIG proposes projects to partially restore wetlands, coastal, and nearshore habitats; reduce nutrient pollution (nonpoint source); and provide and enhance recreational opportunities to compensate for lost recreational use in the Mississippi Restoration Area as a result of the DWH oil spill. The Draft RP4 and EA, a No Action alternative is also evaluated for each of the restoration types. The approximate cost to implement the MS TIG's proposed action (seven preferred alternatives) is $26.4 million. We invite public comments on the Draft RP4 and EA.
Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) to request an extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of a currently approved information collection in support of the foreign donation of agricultural commodities under the section 416(b) program, the Food for Progress Program, and the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program.
Deregistration Under Section 8(f) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
Applicant, a closed-end investment company, seeks an order declaring that it has ceased to be an investment company. The applicant has transferred its assets to BlackRock MuniYield Quality Fund, Inc., and on May 3, 2021 made a final distribution to its shareholders based on net asset value. Expenses of $184,515 incurred in connection with the reorganization were paid by the applicant. Filing Date: The application was filed on July 21, 2023. Applicant's Address: 100 Bellevue Parkway, Wilmington, Delaware 19809.
Air Plan Approval; North Carolina; Bulk Gasoline Plants, Terminals Vapor Recovery Systems; Correction
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a final rule in the Federal Register on August 9, 2023, titled ``Air Plan Approval; North Carolina; Bulk Gasoline Plants, Terminals Vapor Recovery Systems.'' The document approved revisions to the North Carolina State Implementation Plan (SIP) concerning changes to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's air regulations regarding bulk gasoline terminals and plants, gasoline cargo tanks and vapor collection systems, and leak tightness and vapor leak requirements. EPA approved those changes pursuant to the Clean Air Act. An error in the instructions amending the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) in the document is identified and corrected in this action. This correction does not change any final action taken by EPA in the August 9, 2023, final rule.
Air Plan Approval; North Carolina; Volatile Organic Compound Regulations; Correction
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a final rule that appeared in the Federal Register on August 4, 2023, titled ``Air Plan Approval; North Carolina; Volatile Organic Compound Regulations.'' The document approved revisions to the North Carolina State Implementation Plan concerning several updates to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's air regulations which apply to sources that emit volatile organic compounds. EPA approved those changes pursuant to the Clean Air Act. An error in the instructions amending the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) in the document is identified and corrected in this action. This correction does not change any final action taken by EPA in the August 4, 2023, final rule.
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a widespread fatigue damage (WFD) evaluation on Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, which found that the circumferential joint at Frame 58 (near the rear fuselage) is susceptible to WFD. This proposed AD would require a modification to reinforce the circumferential joints at Frame 58 and, if necessary, corrective action, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference (IBR). The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, the DoD is modifying and reissuing a current Department-wide system of records titled, ``Defense Reasonable Accommodation and Assistive Technology Records,'' DoD-0007. This system of records was originally established to collect and maintain records concerning DoD civilian employees and other members of the public requesting or receiving disability-related accommodations. Additionally, this system was established to collect and maintain records concerning wounded, ill and injured Service members on Active Duty requesting or receiving assistive technology solutions. These accommodations, which relate to enabling civilian employees, members of the public, and certain Service members to access DoD employment, systems, facilities, and programs are hereafter referred to collectively as ``accessibility accommodations.'' This SORN is being updated to expand coverage to DoD civilian and military personnel, and applicants for DoD employment, who request an exemption from generally applicable policies for reasons relating to individual medical conditions, religious beliefs or practices, or matters of conscience. The DoD is also modifying various other sections within the SORN to improve clarity or update information that has changed.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Revision of an Approved Information Collection; Submission for OMB Review; Conversions From Mutual to Stock Form
The OCC, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites comment on a continuing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). In accordance with the requirements of the PRA, the OCC may not conduct or sponsor, and the respondent is not required to respond to, an information collection unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. The OCC is soliciting comment concerning a revision to a currently approved information collection titled, ``Conversions from Mutual to Stock Form.'' The OCC also is giving notice that it has sent the collection to OMB for review.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
Individuals Submitting Invoices-Vouchers for Payment and Accounting Transactional Data-VA (13VA047) is a compilation of records received, controlled, managed, and employed for payment processing; general accounting; benefit payment distribution to veterans and their families; commercial vendor invoices for contract and reimbursement expenditures; payroll payments; and commercial government procurement and contracting data.
Special Local Regulation; 35th Annual Glass City Regatta “Formerly Known as Frogtown Race Regatta”
The Coast Guard will enforce a special local regulation for the 35th Annual Glass City Regatta ``Formerly known as Frogtown Race Regatta'' on September 23, 2023. This special local regulation is necessary to safely control vessel movement in the vicinity of the race and provide for the safety of the general boating public and commercial shipping. During this enforcement period, no person or vessel may enter the regulated area without the permission of the Coast Guard Patrol Commander (PATCOM).
Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Oklahoma
This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Oklahoma (FEMA-4721-DR), dated 07/19/2023. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Tornadoes. Incident Period: 06/14/2023 through 06/18/2023.
Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Hawaii
This is a Notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Hawaii (FEMA-4724- DR), dated 08/21/2023. Incident: Wildfires. Incident Period: 08/08/2023 and continuing.
Conflict of Interest Policy for Recipients of NASA Financial Assistance Awards
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is publishing, in final form, a new policy and term and condition regarding conflict of interest disclosures. The final policy can be found in Grant Information Circular (GIC) 23-07. NASA's intention to develop and implement this new policy and term and condition was specified in the Federal Register of January 30, 2023.
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (Type Certificate Previously Held by C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership (CSALP); Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A11 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a manufacturing issue with an electrical connector that may prevent the connector from self- locking. This proposed AD would require removing the affected connector, installing a new connector, and testing the emergency power supply units (EPSUs), as specified in a Transport Canada AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference (IBR). The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Announcement of the Availability of Fiscal Year 2023 Disaster Relief Supplemental Grant Funds for the Community Facilities Technical Assistance and Training Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2023
The Rural Housing Service (RHS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), announces that it is accepting applications under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, for the Community Facilities Technical Assistance and Training Disaster Repair Grant Program to provide technical assistance for repairing essential community facilities damaged by Presidentially declared disasters in calendar year 2022. The funding amount is up to $2,500,000 and will remain available until expended. The grant funds will be administered in accordance with this notice of funding availability and all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements of the Community Facilities Technical Assistance and Training (CF TAT) Grant Program.
HRSA-Initiated Supplemental Funding to the Supporting Maternal Health Innovation Program
HRSA is providing supplemental funds not to exceed $1,500,000 to the Supporting Maternal Health Innovation Program, also referred to as the Maternal Health Learning and Innovation Center (MHLIC), in fiscal year (FY) 2023 to provide support and capacity building to HRSA's new maternal health award recipients under the State Maternal Health Innovation (MHI) Program (HRSA-23-108).
Authority of NTSB in Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Investigations
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is publishing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to seek public feedback on whether it should define the term ``substantial property damage'' as it relates to the agency's authority to investigate railroad accidents. Neither the agency's statute nor the regulation currently defines this term, thus, the NTSB seeks comments on whether defining ``substantial property damage'' would better clarify the scope of regulatory coverage for its railroad investigations. The issues raised in the comments submitted in response to this ANPRM will inform whether and how the NTSB will define this term in its regulation.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Request for Comments for a New Information Collection
The FHWA invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval for an information collection, which is summarized below under Supplementary Information. We are required to publish this notice in the Federal Register by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022-18- 11, which applied to all The Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. AD 2022-18-11 required repetitive inspections for cracking of the left- and right-side ring chords, repair angles, front spar lower chords, and front spar webs (depending on configuration) common to a certain underwing longeron; modification of the front spar lower chord for some airplanes; repetitive post-modification inspections; and applicable on- condition actions. This AD was prompted by a report of a crack found in a front spar lower chord, and the determination that errors in the service information mandated by AD 2022-18-11 introduced a new unsafe condition related to the application of certain fastener cap seals. This AD retains the actions required by AD 2022-18-11, and requires a maintenance records review of previously modified airplanes for the procedures used during that modification, and applicable corrective actions. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extralabel Drug Use in Animals
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) 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 the reporting requirements associated with extralabel drug use in animals.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for Office of Management and Budget Review; Comment Request; Food and Drug Administration Rapid Response Surveys
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing that a proposed collection of information has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Enhanced Drug Distribution Security at the Package Level Under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act; Guidance for Industry; Availability
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the availability of a final guidance for industry entitled ``Enhanced Drug Distribution Security at the Package Level Under the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.'' This guidance clarifies the enhanced drug distribution security requirements listed in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). In addition, this guidance outlines and makes recommendations on the system attributes necessary to enable secure tracing of product at the package level, including allowing for the use of verification, inference, and aggregation, as necessary. This guidance finalizes the draft guidance of the same title issued on June 4, 2021.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Dispute Resolution Procedures for Science-Based Decisions on Products Regulated by the Center for Veterinary Medicine
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) 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 the information collection provisions of the dispute resolution procedures for science-based decisions on products regulated by the Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM).
Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Boilers
The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended (EPCA), prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including consumer boilers. DOE previously proposed amended energy conservation standards for consumer boilers in a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) published in the Federal Register on August 14, 2023, which also announced a public meeting via webinar to receive input on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. On August 15, 2023, DOE received a letter from the Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) asking the Department to extend the NOPR comment period by 30 days and also to hold an in-person public meeting regarding the NOPR. In this document, DOE grants AHRI's request for an in-person meeting and announces that the public meeting will now be held in person, in addition to being broadcast as a webinar. DOE is denying AHRI's request for a comment period extension for the reasons explained in this document.
Boulder Canyon Project
The Deputy Secretary confirms, approves, and places into effect on a final basis the Boulder Canyon Project base charge and rates for fiscal year 2024 under Rate Schedule BCP-F11. The base charge increased 11.3 percent from $66.8 million in FY 2023 to $74.3 million in FY 2024. The change is primarily the result of an increase in the Bureau of Reclamation's (Reclamation) replacement costs, an increase in WAPA's operations and maintenance (O&M) expenses and replacement costs, and a decrease in prior year carryover funds from FY 2023.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) proposes to establish a new system of records titled ``MSPB-4, Emergency Alert System.'' This system of records includes information that MSPB collects, maintains, and uses for operational response to critical events to ensure the safety and security of MSPB personnel and physical locations, as well as to keep MSPB personnel up to date on emergencies that may impact MSPB personnel and operations, such as active shooter situations, terrorist attacks, or severe weather conditions.
Proposed Collection; Comment Request
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Defense Health Agency announces a proposed public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. Comments are invited on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
Proposed Collection; Comment Request
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness announces a proposed public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. Comments are invited on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
New Postal Products
The Commission is noticing a recent Postal Service filing for the Commission's consideration concerning a negotiated service agreement. This notice informs the public of the filing, invites public comment, and takes other administrative steps.
Future Strategies in Anticounterfeiting and Antipiracy
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published a request for comments in the Federal Register on May 25, 2023, seeking information from interested partiesin particular consumers, intellectual property rights holders, online marketplaces and platforms, physical marketplaces, parties who provide goods to the public, and other private sector stakeholderson the evolution of counterfeiting and piracy in recent years and ways to identify and develop future anticounterfeiting and antipiracy strategies. Through this notice, the USPTO is extending the period for public comments until September 25, 2023.
Information Collection; Architect-Engineer Qualifications (SF-330)
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning architect- engineer qualifications (Standard Form (SF) 330). DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through February 29, 2024. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.
Authority of NTSB in Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Investigations
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is publishing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to seek public feedback on whether it should define the terms ``significant injury to the environment'' and ``substantial property damage'' as they relate to the agency's investigative authority involving pipeline accidents. Neither the agency's statute nor the regulation currently defines these terms; thus, the NTSB seeks comments on whether defining them would better clarify the scope of regulatory coverage for its pipeline investigations. The issues raised in the comments submitted in response to this ANPRM will inform whether and how the NTSB will define these terms in its regulation.
Considerations for the Use of Real-World Data and Real-World Evidence To Support Regulatory Decision-Making for Drug and Biological Products; Guidance for Industry; Availability
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the availability of a final guidance for industry entitled ``Considerations for the Use of Real-World Data and Real-World Evidence to Support Regulatory Decision-Making for Drug and Biological Products.'' FDA is issuing this guidance as part of its Real-World Evidence (RWE) Program for drugs and to satisfy, in part, the mandate under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) to issue guidance about the use of RWE in regulatory decision making. This guidance discusses the applicability of FDA's investigational new drug application (IND) regulations to various clinical study designs that utilize real-world data (RWD) and clarifies the Agency's expectations regarding clinical studies using RWD submitted to FDA in support of a regulatory decision regarding the effectiveness or safety of a drug that are not subject to the IND regulations. This guidance finalizes the draft guidance of the same title issued on December 9, 2021.
Notice of Intent To Repatriate Cultural Items: Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles, CA
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Autry Museum of the American West intends to repatriate certain cultural items that meet the definition of unassociated funerary objects and a certain cultural item that meets the definition of a sacred object, and that have a cultural affiliation with the Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice. The cultural items were removed from San Luis Obispo County, CA.
Notice of Inventory Completion: Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles, CA
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Autry Museum of the American West has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and associated funerary objects and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice. The human remains and associated funerary objects were removed from San Luis Obispo County, CA.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; NMFS Observer Programs' Information That Can Be Gathered Only Through Questions
The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public's reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
Notice of Receipt of Requests To Voluntarily Cancel Certain Pesticide Registrations
In accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), EPA is issuing a notice of receipt of requests by registrants to voluntarily cancel certain pesticide registrations. EPA intends to grant these requests at the close of the comment period for this announcement unless the Agency receives substantive comments within the comment period that would merit its further review of the requests, or unless the registrants withdraw its requests. If these requests are granted, any sale, distribution, or use of products listed in this notice will be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled only if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Information Collection Renewal; Submission for OMB Review; Supervisory Guidance: Supervisory Review Process of Capital Adequacy (Pillar 2) Related to the Implementation of the Basel II Advanced Capital Framework
The OCC, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites comment on a continuing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). In accordance with the requirements of the PRA, the OCC may not conduct or sponsor, and the respondent is not required to respond to, an information collection unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. The OCC is soliciting comment concerning the renewal of its information collection titled, ``Supervisory Guidance: Supervisory Review Process of Capital Adequacy (Pillar 2) Related to the Implementation of the Basel II Advanced Capital Framework.'' The OCC also is giving notice that it has sent the collection to OMB for review.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; VISTA Sponsor Survey
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Corporation for National and Community Service (operating as AmeriCorps) is proposing to revise an information collection.
Stainless Steel Flanges From India: Final Results of the Expedited First Sunset Review of the Countervailing Duty Order
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that revocation of the countervailing duty (CVD) order on stainless steel flanges (steel flanges) from India would be likely to lead to the continuation or recurrence of countervailable subsidies at the levels indicated in the ``Final Results of Sunset Review'' section of this notice.
Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Rhode Island
This is a notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the State of Rhode Island dated 08/25/2023. Incident: Block Island Hotel Fire. Incident Period: 08/18/2023.
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