September 10, 2024 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Surveys for User Satisfaction, Impact and Needs
Document Number: 2024-20345
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration
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.
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters
Document Number: 2024-20343
Type: Rule
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, and AS355N helicopters. This AD was prompted by reports of debonding on the leading edge protection of certain part-numbered main rotor blades (MRBs). This AD requires repetitively tap inspecting the MRB and, depending on the results, taking corrective action. This AD also prohibits installing an affected MRB on any helicopter unless its requirements are met. These actions are specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Taking of Threatened or Endangered Marine Mammals Incidental to Commercial Fishing Operations; Proposed Issuance of a Permit
Document Number: 2024-20342
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
NMFS is proposing to issue a permit to authorize the incidental, but not intentional, take of specific Endangered Species Act (ESA)-listed marine mammal species or stocks under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), in the Washington (WA)/Oregon (OR)/ California (CA) sablefish pot fishery.
Ouachita National Forest; Scott and Sebastian Counties, Arkansas; Heavener Coal Leasing Project; Withdrawal of Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement
Document Number: 2024-20341
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Agriculture, Forest Service
The Ouachita National Forest is withdrawing its notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement for the Heavener Coal Leasing Project. The original notice of intent was published in the Federal Register (FR Vol. 88, No. 246) on December 26, 2023. The Ouachita National Forest's decision to withdraw the notice of intent is based on the project proponent's (Ouro Mining Inc.) decision to withdraw their request for a lease of Federal metallurgical coal.
Notice of Proposed Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for the Cabin 29/East Area of the Mammoth Stamp Mill Site, Inyo National Forest, Mono County, California
Document Number: 2024-20340
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Agriculture, Forest Service
In accordance with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA), as amended, notice is hereby given of a proposed Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent (ASAOC), between the Forest Service, United States Department of Agriculture, and Cabin Permittees (respondents), regarding respondents' access under their special use permit to the Cabin 29/East Area (affected property) of the Mammoth Stamp Mill Site (site) located on the Inyo National Forest, Mono County, California. Hazardous substances and/or pollutants or contaminants have come to be located at the site.
Certain Icemaking Machines and Components Thereof; Notice of Request for Submissions on the Public Interest
Document Number: 2024-20337
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Notice is hereby given that on August 30, 2024, the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") issued an Initial Determination on Violation of Section 337. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding should a violation be found in the above-captioned investigation. The Commission is soliciting submissions on public interest issues raised by the recommended relief should the Commission find a violation. This notice is soliciting comments from the public and interested government agencies only.
National Institute of General Medical Sciences; Notice of Closed Meeting
Document Number: 2024-20335
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health
Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings
Document Number: 2024-20334
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health
Notice of Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting
Document Number: 2024-20332
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Surface Transportation Board, Department of Transportation
Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee (RETAC), pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; EIB 95-09 Comment Request; Export-Import Bank Letter of Interest Application
Document Number: 2024-20379
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Export-Import Bank, Agencies and Commissions
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), pursuant to the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945, as amended, facilitates the finance of the export of U.S. goods and services. As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, EXIM invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on the proposed information collection, as required by the paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection eComments Requested; Reinstatement, With Change, of a Previously Approved Collection: Census of Public Defender Offices
Document Number: 2024-20378
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Justice
The Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Justice Statistics, will be submitting 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.
Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Exemption for Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association
Document Number: 2024-20377
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Department of Transportation
FMCSA announces its decision to grant a limited 5-year exemption to the Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association (GLTPA) on behalf of motor carriers in Wisconsin to use cargo securement methods that do not comply with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) for securing shortwood logs transported lengthwise in crib-type vehicles that have been modified or manufactured without front structures, rear structures, or which have a center-mounted crane for loading and unloading. The Agency has determined that the use of the alternate cargo securement method will likely achieve a level of safety that is equivalent to, or greater than the level of safety achieved by the current regulation.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
Document Number: 2024-20376
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Energy
As required by the Privacy Act of 1974 and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars A-108 and A-130, the Department of Energy (DOE or the Department) is publishing notice of a newly established Privacy Act system of records. DOE proposes to establish System of Records DOE-85 Research, Technology, and Economic Security (RTES) Due Diligence Review Records as part of the Department's implementation of Government-wide and Departmental RTES requirements included in National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33), the CHIPS and Science Act, and other laws or Executive orders related to research security. Records in this system are maintained and used by the Department to track and monitor research, technology, and economic security risk assessments associated with the projects for which the Department receives applications, proposals, and submissions for research, development, deployment, demonstrations, commercialization, and scientific activities, and Departmental laboratories and facilities performing such activities, as well as certain high-risk non-scientific and non-research and development activities and for projects DOE otherwise is or is considering supporting.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request; NSF Non-Academic Research Internships for Graduate Students (INTERN) Program
Document Number: 2024-20375
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: National Science Foundation, Agencies and Commissions
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 no 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.
Senior Executive Service Performance Review Board (PRB) and Executive Resources Board (ERB) Membership
Document Number: 2024-20374
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Surface Transportation Board, Department of Transportation
National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences; Notice of Closed Meeting
Document Number: 2024-20372
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health
Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings
Document Number: 2024-20371
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health
National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences; Notice of Closed Meeting
Document Number: 2024-20370
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health
National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences; Notice of Closed Meeting
Document Number: 2024-20369
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health
Notice of Inventory Completion: Western Washington University, Department of Anthropology, Bellingham, WA
Document Number: 2024-20286
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Western Washington University (WWU) has completed an inventory of human remains and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
National Boating Safety Advisory Committee; October 2024 Virtual Meeting
Document Number: 2024-20284
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security
The National Boating Safety Advisory Committee (Committee) will conduct a virtual open meeting to discuss matters relating to national boating safety. The virtual meeting will be open to the public.
National Boating Safety Advisory Committee; Vacancies
Document Number: 2024-20283
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security
The U.S. Coast Guard is accepting applications to fill fifteen (15) vacancies on the National Boating Safety Advisory Committee (Committee). This Committee advises the Secretary of Homeland Security via the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard on matters relating to boating safety. Individuals currently holding these appointments will need to re-apply if they wish to continue as Committee members.
New Postal Products
Document Number: 2024-20282
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Postal Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
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.
Notice of Inventory Completion: Office of the State Archaeologist, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Document Number: 2024-20281
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Office of the State Archaeologist Bioarchaeology Program (OSA BP) has completed an inventory of human remains and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
Document Number: 2024-20280
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List ("SDN List") based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.
30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection; FOIAXpress (FMS2), OMB Control No: 2501-NEW
Document Number: 2024-20279
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. 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.
30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection; Semi-Annual Labor Standards Enforcement Report-Local Contracting Agencies (HUD Program), OMB Control No: 2501-0019
Document Number: 2024-20278
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. 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.
Virginia Electric and Power Company; North Anna Power Station, Units 1 and 2; Subsequent License Renewal and Record of Decision
Document Number: 2024-20277
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued Subsequent Renewed Facility Operating License Nos. NPF-4 and NPF-7 to Virginia Electric and Power Company (Dominion, or the licensee), for North Anna Power Station, Units 1 and 2, respectively. In addition, the NRC has prepared a record of decision (ROD) that supports the NRC's decision to issue Subsequent Renewed Facility Operating License Nos. NPF-4 and NPF-7.
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
Document Number: 2024-20258
Type: Proposed Rule
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016-20-12, AD 2018-17-21, and AD 2019-14-04, which apply to certain Airbus SAS Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. AD 2019- 14-04 requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations and terminates the provisions of AD 2018-17-21, which in turn terminates the provisions of AD 2016-20-12. Since the FAA issued AD 2019-14-04, the FAA has determined that new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. This proposed AD would require revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations, 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.
Agency Information Collection Activity: Claim for One Sum Payment Government Life Insurance, Claim for Monthly Payments Government Life Insurance, and Claim for One Sum Payment Government Life Insurance (DocuSign)
Document Number: 2024-20356
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice.
Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Florida
Document Number: 2024-20355
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Small Business Administration, Agencies and Commissions
This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Florida (FEMA-4806-DR), dated 08/28/2024. Incident: Hurricane Debby. Incident Period: 08/01/2024 through 08/27/2024.
Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of Florida
Document Number: 2024-20354
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Small Business Administration, Agencies and Commissions
This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Florida (FEMA-4806-DR), dated 08/10/ 2024. Incident: Hurricane Debby. Incident Period: 08/01/2024 through 08/27/2024.
Regulatory Guide: Physical Security Event Notifications, Reports, and Records
Document Number: 2024-20353
Type: Rule
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing Revision 3 to Regulatory Guide (RG), 5.62, "Physical Security Event Notifications, Reports, and Records." This RG clarifies reporting and recording of security events and conditions adverse to security under NRC's regulations concerning the physical protection of plants and materials.
Review; Information Collection Renewal; Comment Request; Fast Track Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback on Agency Service Delivery
Document Number: 2024-20352
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Office of Government Ethics
After this second round notice, the U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) intends to submit a request for a renewed Generic Clearance for the collection of qualitative feedback on agency service delivery for review and approval of a three-year extension under the Paperwork Reduction Act. Comments: Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting "Currently under 30-day Review Open for Public Comments" or by using the search function.
National Register of Historic Places; Notification of Pending Nominations and Related Actions
Document Number: 2024-20351
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service
The National Park Service is soliciting electronic comments on the significance of properties nominated before August 24, 2024, for listing or related actions in the National Register of Historic Places.
2024 Workshops To Obtain Input on Initial Draft Materials for the Integrated Science Assessment (ISA) for Oxides of Nitrogen-Health Criteria
Document Number: 2024-20350
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is preparing an Integrated Science Assessment (ISA) as part of the review of the primary (health-based) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for oxides of nitrogen. As part of this review, EPA is announcing a series of public workshops to evaluate preliminary draft materials that will inform the development of the ISA for oxides of nitrogen. Preliminary materials are not being released externally but will be provided to the panelists to guide discussions that will inform the development of the draft ISA for oxides of nitrogen. The workshops are being organized by EPA's Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment (CPHEA) within the Office of Research and Development and will be held by webinar and teleconference on October 8, October 30, and October 31. Members of the public may attend the webinars as observers. Space in the teleconferences may be limited, and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Mattresses From India, Kosovo, Mexico, and Spain: Antidumping Duty Orders
Document Number: 2024-20346
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration
Based on affirmative final determinations by the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Commerce is issuing antidumping duty orders on mattresses from India, Kosovo, Mexico, and Spain.
Freedom of Information Act: Revised Fee Schedule
Document Number: 2024-19527
Type: Rule
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, Agencies and Commissions
This final rule revises the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board's (DNFSB or Board) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA or Act) fee schedule and makes conforming amendments to two related provisions of its FOIA regulations.
Implications of Artificial Intelligence Technologies on Protecting Consumers From Unwanted Robocalls and Robotexts
Document Number: 2024-19028
Type: Proposed Rule
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Federal Communications Commission, Agencies and Commissions
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) proposes steps to protect consumers from the abuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in robocalls alongside actions that clear the path for positive uses of AI, including its use to improve access to the telephone network for people with disabilities. Specifically, the document proposes to: define AI-generated calls, adopt new rules that would require callers disclose to consumers when they receive an AI-generated call, adopt protections for consumers to ensure that callers adequately apprise them of their use of AI- generated calls when consumers affirmatively consent to receive such calls, adopt protections to ensure that positive uses of AI that have already helped people with disabilities use the telephone network can thrive without threat of Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) liability. The document also seeks additional comment and information on developing technologies that can alert consumers to unwanted or illegal calls and texts, including AI-generated calls.
Modoc Resource Advisory Committee
Document Number: 2024-18414
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Agriculture, Forest Service
The Modoc Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will hold a public meeting according to the details shown below. The committee is authorized under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self- Determination Act (the Act) and operates in compliance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The purpose of the committee is to improve collaborative relationships and to provide advice and recommendations to the Forest Service concerning projects and funding consistent with Title II of the Act, as well as make recommendations on recreation fee proposals for sites on the Modoc National Forest within Modoc County, consistent with the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act.
Agency Information Collection Activity: Industry Standard Forms for Completing an Appraisal Required by VA
Document Number: 2024-20320
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice.
Request for Information (RFI) on National Science Board-National Science Foundation Merit Review Commission Review of NSF's Merit Review Policy and Processes; Correction
Document Number: 2024-20318
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: National Science Foundation, Agencies and Commissions
The National Science Board-National Science Foundation Commission on Merit Review (MRX) published a document in the Federal Register of August 26, 2024, concerning a Request for Information that seeks input from interested individuals and parties to inform the MRX's review of NSF's merit review policy and process. The document contained an incorrect date when responses are due.
Agency Information Collection Activity: Application for Cash Surrender or Policy Loan
Document Number: 2024-20316
Type: Notice
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice.
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes
Document Number: 2024-20315
Type: Rule
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2023-22- 13, which applied to certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. AD 2023-22-13 required revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations. This AD was prompted by a determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. This AD continues to require certain actions in AD 2023- 22-13 and requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference (IBR). The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Technical Corrections for Seven Species on the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Six Species on the List of Endangered and Threatened Plants
Document Number: 2024-20314
Type: Rule
Date: 2024-09-10
Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior
We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, announce the correction of errors in the Lists of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants (Lists) made in previous publications. These corrections of publication errors are editorial in nature and involve no substantive changes to the Lists or any applicable regulations.
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