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Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Three Mile Slough, Near Rio Vista, CA
The Coast Guard is temporarily modifying the operating schedule that governs the draw of the California Department of Transportation Route 160 bridge, across Three Mile Slough, mile 0.1 near Rio Vista, CA. This action is necessary to allow the bridge owner to complete electrical and mechanical rehabilitation of the bridge.
Update of Regulations Regarding Payment of Tax by Commercially Acceptable Means
This document contains proposed amendments to regulations regarding the payment of tax by commercially acceptable means. The proposed amendments would reflect changes to the law made by the Taxpayer First Act that would allow the IRS to directly accept payments of tax by credit or debit card, without having to connect taxpayers to third-party payment processors.
Update of FEMA's Public Assistance Regulations
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA, agency, or we) proposes to revise its Public Assistance program regulations to reflect current statutory authorities and implement program improvements. The proposed rule would incorporate changes brought about by amendments to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (Stafford Act). FEMA is also proposing clarifications and corrections to improve the efficiency and consistency of the Public Assistance program.
Safety Zone; LaPointe Fireworks, LaPointe, WI
The Coast Guard will enforce the safety zone for the LaPointe Fireworks in LaPointe, WI from 9:30 p.m. through 10:30 p.m. on July 4, 2024. This action is necessary to protect participants and spectators during the LaPointe Fireworks taking place at 46[deg]46'40" N, 090[deg]47'22" W in the North Channel off LaPointe. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting, or anchoring within the safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Duluth or designated on-scene representative.
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and A350-1041 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report the thrust reverser and pylon thermal blankets were found damaged due to air leaking from the pre- cooler exchanger (PCE). This proposed AD would require repetitively testing the PCE for air leaks and reporting the results, and depending on findings, replacing the PCE and inspecting the thermal blankets for damage, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Safety Zone; Fall River Fireworks Display, Fall River, MA
The Coast Guard will enforce the safety zone for the Fall River Fireworks Display on July 4, 2024, to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during this firework display. Our regulation for marine events within the First Coast Guard District identifies the regulated area for this event in Fall River, MA. During the enforcement periods, the operator of any vessel in the regulated area must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
Safety Zone; Reoccurring Firework Displays Near Convention Center on the Mobile River; Mobile, AL
The Coast Guard is establishing a safety zone for reoccurring firework displays on the Mobile River in the vicinity of the Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center in Mobile, AL. The safety zone will be enforced only during the firework displays. Establishment of this safety zone is necessary to protect waterway users and vessels from potential hazards associated with these firework displays. This rulemaking will prohibit entry into the safety zone during the firework displays unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Mobile (COTP), or a COTP designated representative.
Safety Zone; Providence Fireworks, Providence, RI
The Coast Guard will enforce the safety zone for the Providence Fireworks on July 2, 2024, to provide the safety of life on navigable waterways during this fireworks display. Our regulation for marine events within the First Coast Guard District identifies the regulated area for this event in Providence, RI. During the enforcement periods, the operator of any vessel in the regulated area must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
This rule establishes, amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure procedures (ODPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.
Air Plan Approval; New Jersey; Interstate Transport Requirements for the 2010 1-Hour Sulfur Dioxide Standard
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve the portions of a State Implementation Plan (SIP) submittal from the State of New Jersey demonstrating that the State satisfies the infrastructure requirements of the Clean Air Act (CAA) addressing interstate transport of pollution with respect to the 2010 1-hour Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS). This action is being taken in accordance with the requirements of the CAA.
Bipartisan Safer Communities Act-Access to Records of Stolen Firearms in the National Crime Information Center
The United States Department of Justice ("Department") is publishing an interim final rule that amends the regulations pertaining to criminal justice information systems of the Federal Bureau of Investigation ("FBI"), specifically the National Crime Information Center ("NCIC"). This rule implements parts of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act ("BSCA" or "Act") and will allow a person who is licensed as an importer, manufacturer, or dealer of firearms ("licensee") to access records of stolen firearms in the NCIC, subject to appropriate controls, for the purpose of voluntarily verifying whether firearms offered for sale to such a licensee have been reported as stolen.
Civil Nuclear Credit Program and Recapture of Credits
The Department of Energy (DOE or the Department) is adopting the interim final rule (IFR) published on January 8, 2024, as final, without change. This final rule establishes the procedure for the recapture of credits awarded under the Civil Nuclear Credit (CNC) Program in accordance with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Expanded Federal Use of the Non-Federal FSS and MSS Bands
In this document, the Office of Engineering and Technology opens a new docket and seeks comment on ways to potentially expand Federal access to non-Federal, including commercial, satellite services.
Air Plan Approval; State of Utah; Utah State Implementation Plan Revisions
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving State Implementation Plan (SIP) revisions submitted by the State of Utah on April 19, 2018; May 21, 2020; and July 21, 2020. These SIP submissions include revisions to air quality rules within Utah Administrative Code (UAC) title R307. EPA is taking this action pursuant to the Clean Air Act (CAA or the Act).
Acquisition Regulation and Grants Regulation: Contractor and Grantee Counterterrorism Vetting
The Department of State has identified namecheck vetting as a critical tool that can be used, where appropriate, to mitigate the risk that U.S. government activities could inadvertently benefit terrorist groups, their members, or their supporters, and is crafting rules that will address the Department's namecheck vetting process, including setting out the requirements for including vetting provisions in Department of State solicitations and awards for both grants and contracts to allow for namecheck vetting of key individuals of implementing partners and sub-contractors or sub-grantees, beneficiaries of programs, or other identified categories of individuals, when deemed appropriate by the relevant Department official.
Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP)
This rule makes changes to ELAP to provide financial assistance to dairy producers who face milk losses due to H5N1 infection of their dairy herds.
Receipt of a Pesticide Petition Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities (May 2024)
This document announces the Agency's receipt of an initial filing of a pesticide petition requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities.
Safety Zone; Northern California and Lake Tahoe Area Annual Fireworks Events
The Coast Guard will enforce numerous safety zones within the San Francisco Captain of the Port area of responsibility during the dates and times specified below. This action is necessary to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from the hazards associated with the fireworks displays. During the enforcement period, unauthorized persons or vessels are prohibited from entering into, transiting through, or remaining in the regulated areas, unless authorized by the Patrol Commander (PATCOM) or an Official Patrol including any Federal, State, or local law enforcement agencies on scene to assist the Coast Guard in enforcing the regulated area.
Safety Zone; Redwood City Fourth of July Fireworks, Redwood Creek, Redwood City, CA
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone on the navigable waters of the Redwood Creek in Redwood City, CA in support of a fireworks display on July 4, 2024. The safety zone is necessary to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by pyrotechnics. Unauthorized persons or vessels are prohibited from entering into, transiting through, or remaining in the safety zone without the permission of the Captain of the Port San Francisco or a designated representative.
Safety Zone; Laguna Madre, South Padre Island, TX
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for certain navigable waters in the Laguna Madre. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by a firework display launched from a barge in the Laguna Madre, South Padre Island, Texas. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi or a designated representative.
Required Fees for Mining Claims or Sites
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing this final rule to make statutorily required adjustments to its location and maintenance fees for unpatented mining claims, mill sites, and tunnel sites. These adjustments reflect changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which is published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
This rule amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.
Amendment of Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Federal Airway V-4 in the Vicinity of Burley, ID
This action amends Very High Frequency (VHF) Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-4 in the vicinity of Burley, ID. The FAA is taking this action to update one of the radials used in the airway description.
Air Plan Approval; Iowa; Linn County Ordinances
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking final action to approve revisions to the Iowa State Implementation Plan (SIP) to include recent changes to the Linn County Code of Ordinances. The revisions to this rule include updating definitions and references to federal rules, revising methods and procedures for performance test/ stack test and continuous monitoring systems, and making minor clarifications and grammatical changes. These revisions do not impact the stringency of the SIP or have an adverse effect on air quality. The EPA's approval of this rule revision is being done in accordance with the requirements of the Clean Air Act (CAA).
USDA Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) proposes to revise parts of the USDA Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards. USDA proposes both policy changes and clarifications to existing requirements including plain language revisions. USDA is proposing revisions intended in many cases to reduce agency and recipient burden.
21st Century Cures Act: Establishment of Disincentives for Health Care Providers That Have Committed Information Blocking
This final rule implements the provision of the 21st Century Cures Act specifying that a health care provider determined by the HHS Inspector General to have committed information blocking shall be referred to the appropriate agency to be subject to appropriate disincentives set forth through notice and comment rulemaking. This rulemaking establishes, for certain health care providers, a set of appropriate disincentives using authorities under applicable Federal law.
Allocation of Assets in Single-Employer Plans; Interest Assumptions for Valuing Benefits
This final rule amends the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation's regulation on Allocation of Assets in Single-Employer Plans to prescribe the spreads component of the interest assumption under the asset allocation regulation for plans with valuation dates of July 31-October 30, 2024. These interest assumptions are used for valuing benefits under terminating single-employer plans and for other purposes.
Safety Zone; Ohio River, Point Pleasant, WV
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters of the Ohio River between mile marker 265 and 266. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by a fireworks display near Point Pleasant, WV, on July 6, 2024. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Ohio Valley, or designated representative.
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Summer Flounder Fishery; Quota Transfer From Virginia to Massachusetts
NMFS announces that the Commonwealth of Virginia is transferring a portion of its 2024 commercial summer flounder quota to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This adjustment to the 2024 fishing year quota is necessary to comply with the Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Fishery Management Plan (FMP) quota transfer provisions. This announcement informs the public of the revised 2024 commercial quotas for Virginia and Massachusetts.
Safety Zone: Port of Los Angeles, Main Channel
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone around a firework display platform located in the Port of Los Angeles. The safety zone will encompass the navigable waters within a 1,000-foot radius of the pyrotechnic platform located in the main channel of the Port of Los Angeles, CA. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by the firework show. Entry of vessels or persons into these zones is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Los Angeles-Long Beach.
Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic; Reef Fish Resources of the Gulf of Mexico; 2024 Recreational Harvest Closure for Gag
NMFS implements an accountability measure (AM) for the gag recreational sector in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf) for the 2024 fishing year. NMFS has projected that the 2024 recreational annual catch target (ACT) for gag will be reached by September 16, 2024. Therefore, NMFS closes the recreational sector for Gulf gag on September 16, 2024, and it will remain closed through the end of the fishing year on December 31, 2024. This closure is necessary to protect the Gulf gag resource.
Pipeline Safety: Requirement of Valve Installation and Minimum Rupture Detection Standards: Response to Petition for Reconsideration; Additional Technical Corrections
In response to a Petition for Reconsideration of an August 1, 2023, technical correction rule, PHMSA is issuing additional corrections codifying a decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (D.C. Circuit) regarding the final rule titled "Pipeline Safety: Requirement of Valve Installation and Minimum Rupture Detection Standards."
Pipeline Safety: Periodic Updates of Regulatory References to Technical Standards and Miscellaneous Amendments; Technical Correction
PHMSA is issuing a technical correction to regulations promulgated in its April 29, 2024, final rule titled "Periodic Updates of Regulatory References to Technical Standards and Miscellaneous Amendments." The correction addresses text that was inadvertently deleted or omitted by the final rule.
Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (Lycoming) model engines that have a certain connecting rod assemblies installed. This proposed AD was prompted by several reports of connecting rod failures, which resulted in uncontained engine failure and in-flight shutdowns (IFSDs). This proposed AD would require repetitive oil inspections for bronze metal particulates and, if found, additional inspections of the connecting rod bushings for damage, proper fit, movement, and wear, and replacement if necessary. As terminating action to the connecting rod bushing inspections, this proposed AD would require replacement of the connecting rod bushings with parts eligible for installation. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets
The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA or Department) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) proposes to amend the regulations under the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 (the P&S Act or the Act) to clarify the unfair practices that the P&S Act prohibits. The proposed rule would define unfair practices as conduct that harms market participants and conduct that harms the market. Combined, these comprehensively define the contours of "unfair practices" under the P&S Act. The purpose of this proposed rule is to promote fair and competitive markets in the livestock, meats, poultry, and live poultry markets.
Air Plan Approval; Pennsylvania; Oil and Natural Gas Control Measures for 2008 and 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve State implementation plan (SIP) revisions submitted by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The revisions establish and require reasonably available control technology (RACT) requirements for the 2008 and 2015 ozone national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for each category of volatile organic compound (VOC) sources in Pennsylvania covered by the EPA's 2016 control techniques guidelines (CTG) for the oil and gas industry. EPA is also proposing to approve Allegheny County, Pennsylvania's incorporation of the Pennsylvania regulations into the Allegheny County SIP with minor changes to reference Allegheny County's existing regulations. This action is being taken under the Clean Air Act (CAA).
OEL and Carrier Route Information Lines
The Postal Service is proposing to amend Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, Domestic Mail Manual (DMM[supreg]) to revise the requirements for using optional endorsement lines (OEL) or carrier route information lines on USPS Marketing Mail carrier route letters.
Parcel Processing Categories Simplification
The Postal Service is proposing to amend Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, Domestic Mail Manual (DMM[supreg]) in various sections to simplify the parcel processing categories.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Work Outcomes Measures
This interim final rule modifies ACF regulations in order to implement the statutory changes enacted by section 304 of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 (FRA) related to the reporting of work outcomes under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. ACF is promulgating this rule as an interim final rule to ensure states and territories have sufficient time to comply with data collection for fiscal year 2025.
Statutory Disallowance of Deductions for Certain Qualified Conservation Contributions Made by Partnerships and S Corporations
This document contains final regulations concerning the statutory disallowance rule enacted by the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 to disallow a Federal income tax deduction for a qualified conservation contribution made by a partnership or an S corporation after December 29, 2022, if the amount of the contribution exceeds 2.5 times the sum of each partner's or S corporation shareholder's relevant basis. These final regulations provide guidance regarding this statutory disallowance rule, including definitions, appropriate methods to calculate the relevant basis of a partner or an S corporation shareholder, the three statutory exceptions to the statutory disallowance rule, and related reporting requirements. In addition, these final regulations provide reporting requirements for partners and S corporation shareholders that receive a distributive share or pro rata share of any noncash charitable contribution made by a partnership or S corporation, regardless of whether the contribution is a qualified conservation contribution (and regardless of whether the contribution is of real property or other noncash property). These final regulations affect partnerships and S corporations that claim qualified conservation contributions, and partners and S corporation shareholders that receive a distributive share or pro rata share, as applicable, of a noncash charitable contribution.
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; 90-Day Finding on a Petition To List Gulf of Alaska Chinook Salmon as Threatened or Endangered Under the Endangered Species Act; Extension of Public Comment Period
We, NMFS, announce the extension of the public comment period on our May 24, 2024, 90-day finding on a petition to list Gulf of Alaska (GOA) Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), or any evolutionarily significant unit (ESU) that may exist in the petitioned area, as a threatened or endangered species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). As part of that finding, we solicited scientific and commercial information about the status of this population and announced a 60-day public comment period to end on July 23, 2024. Today, we extend the public comment period by 45 days until September 6, 2024.
Civil Monetary Penalty Adjustments for Inflation
In this final rule, DHS adjusts for inflation its civil monetary penalties for 2024, in accordance with the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 and Executive Office of the President (EOP) Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance. DHS is also accounting for additional civil monetary penalties that the U.S. Coast Guard is statutorily authorized to collect. The new penalty amounts will be effective for penalties assessed after June 28, 2024 whose associated violations occurred after November 2, 2015.
Safety Zone; San Francisco Giants Fireworks, San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, CA
The Coast Guard will enforce the safety zone for the San Francisco Giants Fireworks in the Captain of the Port San Francisco area of responsibility during the dates and times noted in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section. This action is necessary to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from the hazards associate with the fireworks display. During the enforcement period unauthorized persons and vessels are prohibited from entering into, transiting through, or remaining in the safety zone unless authorized by the patrol Commander (PATCOM), or any Official Patrol defined as other law enforcement agencies on scene.
Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic; 2024 Commercial Closure for Gag in the South Atlantic
NMFS implements an accountability measure for the commercial sector of gag in South Atlantic Federal waters. NMFS projects that commercial landings of gag will reach the adjusted commercial quota for 2024. Therefore, NMFS closes the commercial sector of gag in South Atlantic Federal waters to protect the gag resource from overfishing.
Safety Zone; Laguna Madre, South Padre Island, TX
The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for certain navigable waters in the Laguna Madre. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards created by a firework display launched from a barge in the Laguna Madre, South Padre Island, Texas. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Sector Corpus Christi or a designated representative.
Rights-of-Way, Leasing, and Operations for Renewable Energy; Corrections
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is correcting a final rule that appeared in the Federal Register on May 1, 2024.
Fisheries Off West Coast States; West Coast Salmon Fisheries; 2024 Specifications and Management Measures; Correction
NMFS established fishery management measures for the ocean salmon fisheries off Washington, Oregon, and California for the season beginning May 16, 2024, and anticipated to end May 15, 2025 (the 2024 ocean salmon fishing season), under the authority of the Magnuson- Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA). The final rule, published in the Federal Register on May 21, 2024, included errors in the management measures for the recreational and commercial ocean salmon fisheries in the area from the California/Oregon border to the U.S./Mexico border. This action corrects those errors by adding the language that was omitted from the May 21, 2024 rule.
Airworthiness Directives; Lindstrand Balloons Ltd. Hot Air Balloons
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Lindstrand Balloons Ltd. Model 42A, 56A, 60A, 69A, 77A, 90A, 105A, 120A, 150A, 180A, 210A, 240A, 260A, 310A, 69B, 77B, 90B, 105B, and Drinks Can hot air balloons. This AD was prompted by a report of degraded polyester filled Aramid (Kevlar) load tapes where the Kevlar core was exposed to ultraviolet light, which could compromise the residual strength of the tapes and the structural integrity of the hot air balloon envelope. This AD requires repetitively checking the hot air balloon envelope for damage (degraded, stretched, or frayed load tapes or exposed Kevlar core) and removing any damaged hot air balloon envelope from service. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Fisheries Off West Coast States; Modification of the West Coast Salmon Fisheries; Inseason Actions #32 Through #35
NMFS announces four inseason actions for the 2024 portion of the 2023-2024 ocean salmon fisheries. These inseason actions modify the recreational and commercial salmon fisheries in the area from the United States/Canada border to the United States/Mexico border.
Safety Zones; Annual Fireworks Displays Within the Puget Sound
The Coast Guard will enforce 13 safety zones for annual firework displays in the Captain of the Port, Sector Puget Sound area of responsibility to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during these events. Our regulation for marine events within the Thirteenth Coast Guard District identifies the regulated area for these events. During the enforcement periods, the operator of any vessel in the regulated area must comply with directions form the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
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