Department of Commerce November 1, 2007 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

Notice is hereby given that an application, submitted by Peter Scheifele, University of Connecticut, 3636 Horsebarn Hill Road, Unit 4040, Storrs, Connecticut 06269, to conduct research on cetaceans and pinnipeds has been withdrawn.

NMFS publishes this final rule to enhance the safety of observers and the efficiency of their deployment. The purpose of the final rule is to clarify prohibited actions regarding observers, reinforce that an observer may not be deployed nor stay aboard an unsafe vessel, clarify when a fishing vessel is inadequate for observer deployment and how an owner or operator can resolve discrepancies, clarify when the safety decal requirement applies, and provide for an alternate NMFS safety equipment examination of certain small fishing vessels. This final rule is necessary to maintain and enhance the safety and effectiveness of fisheries observers in carrying out their duties as authorized by the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (Magnuson-Stevens Act) and the fishery management plans and regulations adopted under the Magnuson-Stevens Act.

On July 11, 2007, the Department of Commerce (the Department) published the preliminary results of the changed-circumstances review of the antidumping duty order on gray portland cement and clinker from Mexico. The review covers one manufacturer/exporter, Holcim Apasco, S.A. de C.V. (Apasco). The changed-circumstances review covers exports of subject merchandise to the United States during the period October 1, 2006, through December 31, 2006. Based on our analysis of the comments received, we have made changes in the margin calculations. Therefore, the final results differ from the preliminary results. The final weighted-average dumping margin is provided in the ``Final Results of Review'' section of this notice.

NMFS solicits nominations for the Highly Migratory Species (HMS) Advisory Panel (AP). NMFS consults with and considers the comments and views of the AP when preparing and implementing FMPs or FMP amendments for Atlantic tunas, swordfish, sharks, and billfish. Nominations are being sought to fill one-third of the posts on the HMS AP for a 3-year appointment. Individuals with definable interests in the recreational and commercial fishing and related industries, environmental community, academia, and non-governmental organizations will be considered for membership in the AP.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on the proposed addition to this continuing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13 (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)).

Notice is hereby given that the Department of Commerce is searching for individuals to help advise and assist the Department on manufacturing policies by applying to be members of The Manufacturing Council. The mission of The Manufacturing Council, a Secretarial Board at the Department of Commerce, is to ensure regular communication between the Federal Government and the manufacturing sector. The Council advises the Secretary of Commerce on government policies and programs that affect U.S. manufacturing and provides a forum for proposing solutions to industry-related problems. For information about the Council, please visit the Manufacturing Council Web site at: http:/ /www.manufacturing.gov/council.htm. The Department of Commerce is seeking applicants who are active manufacturing executives (Chairman, President or CEO level) that are leaders within their local manufacturing communities and industries. To the extent possible, the Department would like to ensure a balanced membership of U.S. manufacturing industry sectors, geographic locations, and business sizes. Potential candidates must be U.S. citizens. Deadline: Applications for immediate appointment should be received prior to November 15, 2007. However, applications will accepted throughout FY2008 for consideration in the case of future vacancies. Interested Applicants: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to: The Manufacturing Council Executive Secretariat, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue, NW., Room 4043, Washington, DC 20230.