document_number,title,type,abstract,publication_date,pub_year,pub_month,html_url,pdf_url,agency_names,agency_ids,excerpts
2020-21781,"Regulation ATS for ATSs That Trade U.S. Government Securities, NMS Stock, and Other Securities; Regulation SCI for ATSs That Trade U.S. Treasury Securities and Agency Securities; and Electronic Corporate Bond and Municipal Securities Markets",Proposed Rule,"The Securities and Exchange Commission is proposing amendments to Regulation ATS under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (""Exchange Act"") for alternative trading systems (""ATSs""). The Commission is proposing to amend Regulation ATS for ATSs that trade government securities as defined under Section 3(a)(42) of the Exchange Act (""government securities"") or repurchase and reverse repurchase agreements on government securities (""Government Securities ATSs"") to: Eliminate the exemption from compliance with Regulation ATS for an ATS that limits its securities activities to government securities or repurchase and reverse repurchase agreements on government securities, and registers as a broker-dealer or is a bank; require the filing of public Form ATS-G, which would require a Government Securities ATS to disclose information about its manner of operations and the ATS-related activities of the registered broker-dealer or government securities broker or government securities dealer that operates the ATS and its affiliates; require, among other things, public posting of certain Form ATS-G filings and to provide a process for the Commission to review Form ATS-G filings and, after notice and opportunity for hearing, declare Form ATS-G filings ineffective; and apply the fair access rule under Rule 301(b)(5) of Regulation ATS to Government Securities ATSs that meet certain volume thresholds in U.S. Treasury Securities or in a debt security issued or guaranteed by a U.S. executive agency, or government-sponsored enterprise (""Agency Securities""). The Commission is also proposing changes to correct and modernize Regulation ATS, Form ATS, Form ATS-N, and Form ATS-R. In addition, the Commission is proposing to amend Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity to apply it to ATSs that meet certain volume thresholds in U.S. Treasury Securities or Agency Securities. Finally, the Commission is issuing a concept release on the regulatory framework for electronic platforms that trade corporate debt and municipal securities.",2020-12-31,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/31/2020-21781/regulation-ats-for-atss-that-trade-us-government-securities-nms-stock-and-other-securities,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-31/pdf/2020-21781.pdf,Securities and Exchange Commission,466,"The Securities and Exchange Commission is proposing amendments to Regulation ATS under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (""Exchange Act"") for alternative trading systems (""ATSs""). The Commission is proposing to amend Regulation ATS for ATSs that..."
2020-28278,Mortgage Servicing Rights,Proposed Rule,"The NCUA Board (Board) proposes to amend its investment regulation to permit federal credit unions (FCUs) to purchase mortgage servicing rights from other federally insured credit unions under certain conditions. Under the proposed rule, eligible FCUs may purchase the mortgage servicing rights of loans that the FCU is otherwise empowered to grant, provided these investments are consistent with safety and soundness and made in accordance with the FCU's policies and procedures that address the risk of these investments and servicing practices.",2020-12-31,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/31/2020-28278/mortgage-servicing-rights,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-31/pdf/2020-28278.pdf,National Credit Union Administration,335,"The NCUA Board (Board) proposes to amend its investment regulation to permit federal credit unions (FCUs) to purchase mortgage servicing rights from other federally insured credit unions under certain conditions. Under the proposed rule, eligible FCUs..."
2020-28775,Taking of Marine Mammals Incidental to Commercial Fishing Operations; Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan Regulations; Atlantic Coastal Fisheries Cooperative Management Act Provisions; American Lobster Fishery,Proposed Rule,"NMFS proposes to amend the regulations implementing the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan to reduce the incidental mortality and serious injury to North Atlantic right whales (Eubalaena glacialis), fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus), and humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) in northeast commercial lobster and crab trap/ pot fisheries to meet the goals of the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act. In addition, this action also proposes a small revision to Federal regulations implemented under the Atlantic State Marine Fisheries Commissions' Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Lobster to increase the maximum length of a lobster trap trawl groundline. This action is necessary to reduce the risks to North Atlantic right whales and other large whales associated with the presence of fishing gear in waters used by these animals.",2020-12-31,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/31/2020-28775/taking-of-marine-mammals-incidental-to-commercial-fishing-operations-atlantic-large-whale-take,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-31/pdf/2020-28775.pdf,Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,"54,361","NMFS proposes to amend the regulations implementing the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan to reduce the incidental mortality and serious injury to North Atlantic right whales (Eubalaena glacialis), fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus), and..."
2020-28864,Joint Petition For Rulemaking-Annual Revenue Adequacy Determinations,Proposed Rule,The Surface Transportation Board (Board or STB) opens a rulemaking proceeding to consider a petition by several Class I railroads to change the Board's procedures for annually determining whether Class I rail carriers are revenue adequate. The Board seeks public comment on the petition and several specific related issues.,2020-12-31,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/31/2020-28864/joint-petition-for-rulemaking-annual-revenue-adequacy-determinations,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-31/pdf/2020-28864.pdf,Surface Transportation Board,481,The Surface Transportation Board (Board or STB) opens a rulemaking proceeding to consider a petition by several Class I railroads to change the Board's procedures for annually determining whether Class I rail carriers are revenue adequate. The Board...
2020-28931,User Fee for Estate Tax Closing Letter,Proposed Rule,"This document contains proposed regulations establishing a new user fee for authorized persons who wish to request the issuance of IRS Letter 627, also referred to as an estate tax closing letter. The Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952 authorizes charging user fees in appropriate circumstances. The proposed regulations affect persons who request an estate tax closing letter.",2020-12-31,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/31/2020-28931/user-fee-for-estate-tax-closing-letter,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-31/pdf/2020-28931.pdf,Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service,"497,254","This document contains proposed regulations establishing a new user fee for authorized persons who wish to request the issuance of IRS Letter 627, also referred to as an estate tax closing letter. The Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952..."
2020-27676,Disclaimer Practice in Patents and Patent Applications,Proposed Rule,"The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proposes to amend the rules of practice to expand when certain types of patent applicants and patentees may, subject to other conditions, obtain or enforce a second patent for an invention that is similar (i.e., patentably indistinct) to a first patent. Ordinarily, in examination before the USPTO, any application for a second patent covering such similar invention would be rejected. The proposed rule change is limited to the situation where owners of the first and second patents or patent applications are different but have an agreement to conduct research together (i.e., a joint research agreement). For this limited situation, the proposed rule change would increase the ability to file a document, called a terminal disclaimer, that ties the rights of a second patent to the first patent. Specifically, a terminal disclaimer causes the second patent to limit its enforceable patent term to end no later than the first patent's term and limits when the second patent can be enforced. The proposed rule change would expand when a terminal disclaimer is permitted to be filed in the joint research agreement situation by eliminating the requirement that the second patent or patent application be filed later than the first patent or patent application. The USPTO also proposes to amend its rules of practice to explicitly state existing practices in the rules regarding when certain affidavits and declarations, as well as terminal disclaimers, may be filed.",2020-12-30,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/30/2020-27676/disclaimer-practice-in-patents-and-patent-applications,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-30/pdf/2020-27676.pdf,Commerce Department; Patent and Trademark Office,"54,402","The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proposes to amend the rules of practice to expand when certain types of patent applicants and patentees may, subject to other conditions, obtain or enforce a second patent for an invention that is..."
2020-28613,"Television Broadcasting Services: Columbia, Missouri",Proposed Rule,"The Commission has before it a petition for rulemaking filed by The Curators of the University of Missouri (the University), licensee of KOMU-TV, channel 8, Columbia, Missouri, requesting the substitution of channel 27 for channel 8 at Columbia in the DTV Table of Allotments. The University states that the Commission has recognized that VHF channels have certain propagation characteristics which may cause reception issues for some viewers. The University states that since the end of the DTV transition in 2009, the station regularly receives complaints from viewers who report being able to receive all other signals in the market, including a low power television station operating on a UHF channel, but not KOMU-TV. While KOMU-TV's proposed channel 27 facility would result in a slight reduction of service to existing viewers, the University demonstrates that only 401 people are predicted to live in portions of the loss area, and that all but seven of those persons will continue to be served by at least five full power television stations. The Commission has found that population loss of less than 500 persons is de minimus and the predicted population loss as presented by the University is only 401 persons and virtually all of them will continue to be well-served by five other full power television stations.",2020-12-30,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/30/2020-28613/television-broadcasting-services-columbia-missouri,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-30/pdf/2020-28613.pdf,Federal Communications Commission,161,"The Commission has before it a petition for rulemaking filed by The Curators of the University of Missouri (the University), licensee of KOMU-TV, channel 8, Columbia, Missouri, requesting the substitution of channel 27 for channel 8 at Columbia in the..."
2020-28663,Official Subscriptions to the Print Edition of the Federal Register,Proposed Rule,The Administrative Committee of the Federal Register proposes to update its regulations for official requests for specific issues or subscriptions to the print edition of the Federal Register as required by the Federal Register Printing Savings Act of 2017.,2020-12-30,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/30/2020-28663/official-subscriptions-to-the-print-edition-of-the-federal-register,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-30/pdf/2020-28663.pdf,"Federal Register, Administrative Committee",187,The Administrative Committee of the Federal Register proposes to update its regulations for official requests for specific issues or subscriptions to the print edition of the Federal Register as required by the Federal Register Printing Savings Act of...
2020-28823,Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report indicating the passenger service units (PSUs) and life vest panels became separated from their attachments during several survivable accident sequences. This proposed AD would require installing lanyard assemblies on the PSUs, and, for certain airplanes, on the life vest panels and video panels as applicable. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-30,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/30/2020-28823/airworthiness-directives-the-boeing-company-airplanes,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-30/pdf/2020-28823.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report indicating the passenger service units (PSUs) and life vest panels..."
2020-28839,Proposed Deletion From the National Priorities List,Proposed Rule,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a Notice of Intent to partially delete the North Penn--Area 6 site from the National Priorities List (NPL) and requests public comments on this proposed action. The NPL, promulgated pursuant to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) of 1980, as amended, is an appendix of the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP). The EPA and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, through its designated state agency, have determined that all appropriate response actions under CERCLA, other than operations and maintenance, monitoring and five-year reviews, where applicable, have been completed. However, this proposed deletion would not preclude future actions under Superfund.",2020-12-30,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/30/2020-28839/proposed-deletion-from-the-national-priorities-list,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-30/pdf/2020-28839.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a Notice of Intent to partially delete the North Penn--Area 6 site from the National Priorities List (NPL) and requests public comments on this proposed action. The NPL, promulgated pursuant to the..."
2020-26701,"Washington Channel, Fort McNair, Washington, DC; Restricted Area",Proposed Rule,"On October 13, 2020, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (the Corps) published a proposed rule to establish a permanent restricted area in the Washington Channel adjacent to Fort McNair in Washington, DC. The comment period ended on November 12, 2020, and we received requests to extend the comment period. As it closed prior to the publication of this document, we are reopening the comment period. Comments previously submitted do not need to be resubmitted, as they have already been incorporated into the administrative record and will be fully considered in the Corps' decision making process for this rulemaking action.",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-26701/washington-channel-fort-mcnair-washington-dc-restricted-area,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-26701.pdf,Defense Department; Engineers Corps,"103,142","On October 13, 2020, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (the Corps) published a proposed rule to establish a permanent restricted area in the Washington Channel adjacent to Fort McNair in Washington, DC. The comment period ended on November 12, 2020, and..."
2020-27502,Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Rear Impact Guards and Rear Impact Protection,Proposed Rule,"FMCSA proposes to amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to include rear impact guards on the list of items that must be examined as part of the required annual inspection for each commercial motor vehicle (CMV). In addition, FMCSA proposes to amend the labeling requirements for rear impact guards, and to exclude road construction controlled (RCC) horizontal discharge trailers from the rear impact guard requirements, consistent with changes made by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to the corresponding Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). This notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) responds to rulemaking petitions, as well as a recommendation from the Government Accountability Office (GAO).",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-27502/parts-and-accessories-necessary-for-safe-operation-rear-impact-guards-and-rear-impact-protection,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-27502.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,"492,181","FMCSA proposes to amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to include rear impact guards on the list of items that must be examined as part of the required annual inspection for each commercial motor vehicle (CMV). In addition, FMCSA..."
2020-28494,National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways; Revision,Proposed Rule,The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD) is incorporated in FHWA regulations and recognized as the national standard for traffic control devices used on all public roads. FHWA recently published its NPA and placed supplemental documents to the docket for the rulemaking. Two of the supplemental documents contained the same drafting error. By this notice FHWA is correcting that error and providing public notice of the revised documents.,2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28494/national-standards-for-traffic-control-devices-the-manual-on-uniform-traffic-control-devices-for,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28494.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Highway Administration,"492,170",The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD) is incorporated in FHWA regulations and recognized as the national standard for traffic control devices used on all public roads. FHWA recently published its NPA and placed...
2020-28639,"Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace; Kremmling, CO",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Mc Elroy Airfield Airport. Modification of this airspace area is necessary to properly contain instrument flight rules (IFR) aircraft departing and arriving at the airport. Additionally, this action proposes administrative updates to the airport's name and geographic coordinates. This action would ensure the safety and management of IFR operations at the airport.",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28639/proposed-amendment-of-class-e-airspace-kremmling-co,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28639.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Mc Elroy Airfield Airport. Modification of this airspace area is necessary to properly contain instrument flight rules (IFR) aircraft departing and...
2020-28643,"Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace; Meeker, CO",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Meeker Coulter Field Airport. The airspace area is larger than required and should be reduced to properly contain instrument flight rules (IFR) aircraft departing and arriving at the airport. Additionally, this action proposes an administrative update to the airport's name. This action would ensure the safety and management of IFR operations at the airport.",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28643/proposed-amendment-of-class-e-airspace-meeker-co,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28643.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Meeker Coulter Field Airport. The airspace area is larger than required and should be reduced to properly contain instrument flight rules (IFR)...
2020-28644,"Proposed Revocation of Class E Airspace; Kayenta, AZ",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to revoke the Class E airspace established for Bedard Field Airport, Kayenta, AZ. The special instrument procedures that were developed for the private airport are being canceled. The Class E airspace is no longer required.",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28644/proposed-revocation-of-class-e-airspace-kayenta-az,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28644.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","This action proposes to revoke the Class E airspace established for Bedard Field Airport, Kayenta, AZ. The special instrument procedures that were developed for the private airport are being canceled. The Class E airspace is no longer required."
2020-28645,"Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace; Buena Vista, CO",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Central Colorado Regional Airport. Modification of this airspace area is necessary to properly contain instrument flight rules (IFR) aircraft departing and arriving at the airport. Additionally, this action proposes to remove the Class E airspace extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface. This airspace is wholly contained within the Denver en route airspace area and duplication is not necessary. Lastly, the action proposes an administrative update to the airport's name. This action would ensure the safety and management of IFR operations at the airport.",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28645/proposed-amendment-of-class-e-airspace-buena-vista-co,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28645.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",This action proposes to modify the Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Central Colorado Regional Airport. Modification of this airspace area is necessary to properly contain instrument flight rules (IFR) aircraft...
2020-28743,Proposed Amendment of Area Navigation (RNAV) Route Q-29; Northeastern United States,Proposed Rule,This action proposes to amend Area Navigation (RNAV) route Q- 29 in the northeastern United States in support of the Northeast Corridor Atlantic Coast Route Project (NEC ACR) for improve efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS) while reducing the dependency on ground based navigational systems.,2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28743/proposed-amendment-of-area-navigation-rnav-route-q-29-northeastern-united-states,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28743.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",This action proposes to amend Area Navigation (RNAV) route Q- 29 in the northeastern United States in support of the Northeast Corridor Atlantic Coast Route Project (NEC ACR) for improve efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS) while reducing...
2020-28824,Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777-300ER series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report that a production design change to certain insulation blankets inadvertently opened up leakage paths for halon and smoke to escape from the aft cargo compartment in the event of a fire. This proposed AD would require installation of an insulation blanket assembly on top of existing insulation blankets, in certain areas of the forward endwall in the aft cargo compartment. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28824/airworthiness-directives-the-boeing-company-airplanes,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28824.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777-300ER series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report that a production design change to certain insulation blankets inadvertently opened...
2020-28825,Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 717-200 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of discrepant spoiler assemblies, which have the wrong splice bar installed and lack reinforcing doublers. This proposed AD would require a one-time inspection of the left- and right- wing inboard and outboard spoiler assemblies for the correct splice bar and doublers configuration, and repair if necessary. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-29,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/29/2020-28825/airworthiness-directives-the-boeing-company-airplanes,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-29/pdf/2020-28825.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 717-200 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of discrepant spoiler assemblies, which have the wrong splice bar installed and lack reinforcing..."
2020-26547,Privacy Act of 1974; Implementation,Proposed Rule,"The Department of Defense (Department or DoD) is giving concurrent notice of a new Department-wide system of records pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974 for the DoD 0005 ""Defense Training Records"" system of records and this proposed rulemaking. In this proposed rulemaking, the Department proposes to exempt portions of the Defense Training Records system of records from certain provisions of the Privacy Act because of national security requirements and to preserve the objectivity and fairness of testing and examination material.",2020-12-28,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/28/2020-26547/privacy-act-of-1974-implementation,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-28/pdf/2020-26547.pdf,Defense Department,103,"The Department of Defense (Department or DoD) is giving concurrent notice of a new Department-wide system of records pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974 for the DoD 0005 ""Defense Training Records"" system of records and this proposed rulemaking. In this..."
2020-27941,Procedural Regulations of the Copyright Royalty Board Regarding Electronic Filing System (eCRB),Proposed Rule,The Copyright Royalty Judges propose to amend regulations governing the electronic filing of documents through the Copyright Royalty Board's electronic filing system (eCRB) to permit attorney designees with approved eCRB user accounts to file on behalf of attorneys. The Judges solicit comments on the proposed amendments.,2020-12-28,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/28/2020-27941/procedural-regulations-of-the-copyright-royalty-board-regarding-electronic-filing-system-ecrb,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-28/pdf/2020-27941.pdf,Library of Congress; Copyright Royalty Board,"277,88",The Copyright Royalty Judges propose to amend regulations governing the electronic filing of documents through the Copyright Royalty Board's electronic filing system (eCRB) to permit attorney designees with approved eCRB user accounts to file on behalf...
2020-28440,Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model SA341G and SA342J helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by the determination that a new life limit was necessary for certain tail rotor blades (TRBs). This proposed AD would require replacing certain TRBs, re-identifying certain TRBs, and repairing certain other TRBs, 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.",2020-12-28,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/28/2020-28440/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-28/pdf/2020-28440.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Model SA341G and SA342J helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by the determination that a new life limit was necessary for certain tail rotor blades...
2020-28534,Regulation of the Movement of Animals Modified or Developed by Genetic Engineering,Proposed Rule,"We are soliciting public comment on establishing regulations for the movement of certain animals modified or developed by genetic engineering. Under the regulatory framework being contemplated, the United States Department of Agriculture would promulgate regulations using the authorities granted to the Department through the Animal Health Protection Act, the Federal Meat Inspection Act (FMIA), and the Poultry Products Inspection Act (PPIA). Pursuant to these authorities, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service would conduct a safety assessment of animals subject to the FMIA or PPIA that have been modified or developed using genetic engineering that may increase the animal's susceptibility to pests or diseases of livestock, including zoonotic diseases, or ability to transmit the same. The Food Safety and Inspection Service would conduct a pre-slaughter food safety assessment to ensure that the slaughter and processing of certain animals modified or developed using genetic engineering would not result in a product that is adulterated or misbranded.",2020-12-28,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/28/2020-28534/regulation-of-the-movement-of-animals-modified-or-developed-by-genetic-engineering,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-28/pdf/2020-28534.pdf,Agriculture Department; Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service; Food Safety and Inspection Service,"12,22,201","We are soliciting public comment on establishing regulations for the movement of certain animals modified or developed by genetic engineering. Under the regulatory framework being contemplated, the United States Department of Agriculture would..."
2020-28648,Make Inoperative Exemptions; Vehicle Modifications To Accommodate People With Disabilities,Proposed Rule,"In 2016, NHTSA published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend our regulations, ""Make Inoperative Exemptions, Vehicle Modifications to Accommodate People With Disabilities,"" to include a new exemption relating to the Federal motor vehicle safety standard (FMVSS) for roof crush resistance. The exemptions facilitate the mobility of drivers and passengers with physical disabilities. This SNPRM expands the scope of NHTSA's 2016 NPRM in two ways. First, it grants a petition from Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc., and proposes to include in part 595 an exemption relating to the rear visibility requirements in FMVSS No. 111. Second, in response to an inquiry from Enterprise Holdings Co. (Enterprise), this document proposes to permit rental car companies to make inoperative a knee bolster air bag, on a temporary basis, to permit the temporary installation of hand controls to accommodate persons with physical disabilities seeking to rent the vehicle.",2020-12-28,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/28/2020-28648/make-inoperative-exemptions-vehicle-modifications-to-accommodate-people-with-disabilities,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-28/pdf/2020-28648.pdf,Transportation Department; National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,"492,345","In 2016, NHTSA published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend our regulations, ""Make Inoperative Exemptions, Vehicle Modifications to Accommodate People With Disabilities,"" to include a new exemption relating to the Federal motor vehicle..."
2020-27952,Air Plan Approval; Arizona; Stationary Sources; New Source Review Updates,Proposed Rule,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality's (ADEQ) portion of the Arizona State Implementation Plan (SIP). These revisions are primarily intended to make corrections to the ADEQ's SIP- approved rules for the issuance of New Source Review (NSR) permits for stationary sources under the Clean Air Act (CAA or Act). This proposed action will update the ADEQ's NSR rules in the SIP and correct the remaining deficiencies in the ADEQ's NSR program that we identified in final EPA rulemaking actions in 2015 and 2016. Additionally, we are proposing a finding that the ADEQ's SIP-approved NSR permitting program meets requirements for visibility protection for major NSR sources under the Act and are proposing to remove Federal Implementation Plans (FIPs) related to these requirements. We are seeking comment on our proposed action and plan to follow with a final action.",2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-27952/air-plan-approval-arizona-stationary-sources-new-source-review-updates,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-27952.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality's (ADEQ) portion of the Arizona State Implementation Plan (SIP). These revisions are primarily intended to make corrections...
2020-28119,"Air Plan Approval; Missouri; Removal of Kansas City, Missouri Reid Vapor Pressure Requirement",Proposed Rule,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing approval of revision to the Missouri State Implementation Plan (SIP), submitted by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MoDNR) on September 15, 2020. The proposed revision removes the Kansas City, Missouri low Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) requirement which required gasoline sold in the Kansas City, Missouri area to have a seven pounds per square inch Reid Vapor Pressure from June 1 to September 15. The majority of the state is subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) nine pounds per square inch Reid Vapor Pressure from June 1 to September 15. If approved the Kansas City, Missouri area would be subject to the Clean Air Act Reid Vapor Pressure requirement. In addition, EPA anticipates issuing a separate proposal for the Kansas side of the Kansas City metro area.",2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-28119/air-plan-approval-missouri-removal-of-kansas-city-missouri-reid-vapor-pressure-requirement,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-28119.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing approval of revision to the Missouri State Implementation Plan (SIP), submitted by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MoDNR) on September 15, 2020. The proposed revision removes the..."
2020-28123,Receipt of Several Pesticide Petitions Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities (November 2020),Proposed Rule,This document announces the Agency's receipt of several initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities.,2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-28123/receipt-of-several-pesticide-petitions-filed-for-residues-of-pesticide-chemicals-in-or-on-various,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-28123.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,This document announces the Agency's receipt of several initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities.
2020-28164,"Proposed Revocation of VOR Federal Airway V-242 Due to the Planned Decommissioning of the Atikokan, Ontario, Canada, Nondirectional Radio Beacon (NDB) Navigation Aid",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to remove VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airway V-242 in the northcentral United States to reflect changes being made by NAV CANADA in Canadian airspace. The airway removal is necessary due to the planned decommissioning of the Atikokan, Ontario (ON), Canada, NDB navigation aid (NAVAID), which provides navigation guidance for V-242. The Atikokan NDB is being decommissioned as part of NAV CANADA's NAVAID Modernization Program.",2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-28164/proposed-revocation-of-vor-federal-airway-v-242-due-to-the-planned-decommissioning-of-the-atikokan,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-28164.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",This action proposes to remove VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airway V-242 in the northcentral United States to reflect changes being made by NAV CANADA in Canadian airspace. The airway removal is necessary due to the planned decommissioning...
2020-28195,Secondary Market Program-Proposed Regulatory Changes,Proposed Rule,"The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA or Agency) is considering a change in the structure of its secondary market 7(a) loan pool security to better align the collateral and cash flows to support the long-term viability of the SBA secondary market 7(a) loan pooling program. Specifically, SBA seeks public comment on the alignment of cash flows between the collateral (the guaranteed portion of 7(a) loans) and the pool security (Pool Certificate), the timely payment of scheduled interest and actual principal, and the publication of additional loan-level disclosure. The Agency is also seeking public comment on registering such securities in book-entry form.",2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-28195/secondary-market-program-proposed-regulatory-changes,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-28195.pdf,Small Business Administration,468,The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA or Agency) is considering a change in the structure of its secondary market 7(a) loan pool security to better align the collateral and cash flows to support the long-term viability of the SBA secondary market...
2020-28411,"Proposed Priorities, Requirements, and Definitions-Expanding Opportunity Through Quality Charter Schools Program (CSP)-National Dissemination Grants",Proposed Rule,"The Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education proposes priorities, requirements, and definitions for the Expanding Opportunity Through Quality Charter Schools Program (CSP)--National Dissemination Grants, Assistance Listing Number 84.282T. We may use one or more of these priorities, requirements, and definitions for competitions in fiscal year (FY) 2021 and later years. We take this action to ensure that CSP National Dissemination Grants are aligned with the statutory purposes of the CSP and address key national policy issues. Specifically, the proposed priorities, requirements, and definitions focus on disseminating best practices for strengthening charter school authorizing and oversight; improving charter school access to facilities and facility financing; increasing educational choice for students with disabilities, English learners, and other traditionally underserved student groups, including Native American students and students in rural communities.",2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-28411/proposed-priorities-requirements-and-definitions-expanding-opportunity-through-quality-charter,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-28411.pdf,Education Department,126,"The Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education proposes priorities, requirements, and definitions for the Expanding Opportunity Through Quality Charter Schools Program (CSP)--National Dissemination Grants, Assistance Listing Number..."
2020-28437,Requirements for Certain Transactions Involving Convertible Virtual Currency or Digital Assets,Proposed Rule,"FinCEN is issuing this notice of proposed rulemaking to seek public comments on a proposal to require banks and money service businesses (""MSBs"") to submit reports, keep records, and verify the identity of customers in relation to transactions involving convertible virtual currency (""CVC"") or digital assets with legal tender status (""legal tender digital assets"" or ""LTDA"") held in unhosted wallets (as defined below), or held in wallets hosted in a jurisdiction identified by FinCEN. FinCEN is proposing to adopt these requirements pursuant to the Bank Secrecy Act (""BSA""). To effectuate certain of these proposed requirements, FinCEN proposes to prescribe by regulation that CVC and LTDA are ""monetary instruments"" for purposes of the BSA. However, FinCEN is not proposing to modify the regulatory definition of ""monetary instruments"" or otherwise alter existing BSA regulatory requirements applicable to ""monetary instruments"" in FinCEN's regulations, including the existing currency transaction reporting (""CTR"") requirement and the existing transportation of currency or monetary instruments reporting requirement.",2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-28437/requirements-for-certain-transactions-involving-convertible-virtual-currency-or-digital-assets,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-28437.pdf,Treasury Department; Financial Crimes Enforcement Network,"497,194","FinCEN is issuing this notice of proposed rulemaking to seek public comments on a proposal to require banks and money service businesses (""MSBs"") to submit reports, keep records, and verify the identity of customers in relation to transactions..."
2020-28467,Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts,Proposed Rule,"This document denies the request to extend the comment period on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts. This NPRM contains the Department's procedures implementing the National Environmental Policy Act and outlines the Department's internal policies and procedures for environmental reviews of DOT's actions. The NPRM was published in the Federal Register on November 23, 2020.",2020-12-23,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/23/2020-28467/procedures-for-considering-environmental-impacts,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-23/pdf/2020-28467.pdf,Transportation Department; Transportation Department,"492,492",This document denies the request to extend the comment period on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts. This NPRM contains the Department's procedures...
2020-27085,Fatigue Risk Management Programs for Certain Passenger and Freight Railroads,Proposed Rule,"Pursuant to the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008, FRA proposes to issue regulations requiring certain railroads to develop and implement a Fatigue Risk Management Program, as one component of the railroads' larger railroad safety risk reduction programs.",2020-12-22,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/22/2020-27085/fatigue-risk-management-programs-for-certain-passenger-and-freight-railroads,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-22/pdf/2020-27085.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Railroad Administration,"492,185","Pursuant to the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008, FRA proposes to issue regulations requiring certain railroads to develop and implement a Fatigue Risk Management Program, as one component of the railroads' larger railroad safety risk reduction..."
2020-27525,Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Reconsideration of Beneficial Use Criteria and Piles; Notification of Data Availability,Proposed Rule,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of new information and data pertaining to the agency's August 14, 2019 proposed rule Federal Register publication. EPA is seeking public comment on whether this additional information may inform the Agency's reconsideration of the beneficial use definition and provisions for coal combustion residuals (CCR) accumulations. Moreover, the Agency will accept additional information and data from the public that may further help inform the Agency's reconsideration of these two issues. The Agency is requesting comment only on those two issues. EPA is not reopening any other aspect of the proposal, the CCR regulations, or the underlying support documents that were previously available for comment.",2020-12-22,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/22/2020-27525/hazardous-and-solid-waste-management-system-disposal-of-coal-combustion-residuals-from-electric,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-22/pdf/2020-27525.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of new information and data pertaining to the agency's August 14, 2019 proposed rule Federal Register publication. EPA is seeking public comment on whether this additional..."
2020-26813,"Designation of 3,4-MDP-2-P Methyl Glycidate (PMK Glycidate), 3,4-MDP-2-P Methyl Glycidic Acid (PMK Glycidic Acid), and Alpha-Phenylacetoacetamide (APAA) as List I Chemicals",Proposed Rule,"The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing to designate 3,4-MDP-2-P methyl glycidate (PMK glycidate), including its optical and geometric isomers; 3,4-MDP-2-P methyl glycidic acid (PMK glycidic acid), including its salts, optical and geometric isomers, and salts of isomers; and alpha-phenylacetoacetamide (APAA), including its optical isomers, as list I chemicals under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). PMK glycidate and PMK glycidic acid are used in and are important to the manufacture of the schedule I controlled substance 3,4- methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) and other ""ecstasy""-type substances. APAA is used in and is important to the manufacture of the schedule II controlled substances amphetamine and methamphetamine. If finalized, this action would subject handlers (manufacturers, distributors, importers, and exporters) of PMK glycidate, PMK glycidic acid, and APAA to the chemical regulatory provisions of the CSA and its implementing regulations. This action does not propose the establishment of a threshold for domestic and international transactions of these chemicals. As such, all transactions involving any of these chemicals, regardless of size, would be regulated. In addition, this action proposes that chemical mixtures containing any of these three chemicals would not be exempt from regulatory requirements at any concentration. Therefore, all transactions of chemical mixtures containing any quantity of PMK glycidate, PMK glycidic acid, or APAA would be regulated.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-26813/designation-of-34-mdp-2-p-methyl-glycidate-pmk-glycidate-34-mdp-2-p-methyl-glycidic-acid-pmk,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-26813.pdf,Justice Department; Drug Enforcement Administration,"268,116","The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing to designate 3,4-MDP-2-P methyl glycidate (PMK glycidate), including its optical and geometric isomers; 3,4-MDP-2-P methyl glycidic acid (PMK glycidic acid), including its salts, optical and geometric..."
2020-27300,"Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to U.S. Navy Construction at Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Virginia",Proposed Rule,"NMFS has received a request from the U.S. Navy (Navy) for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to construction activities including marine structure maintenance, pile replacement, and select waterfront improvements at Naval Station Norfolk (NAVSTA Norfolk) over the course of five years (2021-2026). As required by the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS is proposing regulations to govern that take, and requests comments on the proposed regulations. NMFS will consider public comments prior to making any final decision on the issuance of the requested MMPA authorization and agency responses will be summarized in the final notice of our decision.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27300/takes-of-marine-mammals-incidental-to-specified-activities-taking-marine-mammals-incidental-to-us,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27300.pdf,Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,"54,361","NMFS has received a request from the U.S. Navy (Navy) for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to construction activities including marine structure maintenance, pile replacement, and select waterfront improvements at Naval Station Norfolk..."
2020-27456,Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Products; Early Assessment Review; Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps,Proposed Rule,"The U.S. Department of Energy (""DOE"") is initiating an early assessment review to determine whether any new or amended standards would satisfy the relevant requirements of EPCA for a new or amended energy conservation standard for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (""PTACs"") and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (""PTHPs). Specifically, through this request for information (""RFI""), DOE seeks data and information that could enable the agency to determine whether DOE should propose a ""no new standard"" determination because a more stringent standard: Would not result in a significant savings of energy; is not technologically feasible; is not economically justified; or any combination of foregoing. DOE welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document (including those topics not specifically raised in this RFI), as well as the submission of data and other relevant concerning this early assessment review.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27456/energy-conservation-program-energy-conservation-standards-for-consumer-products-early-assessment,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27456.pdf,Energy Department,136,"The U.S. Department of Energy (""DOE"") is initiating an early assessment review to determine whether any new or amended standards would satisfy the relevant requirements of EPCA for a new or amended energy conservation standard for Packaged Terminal Air..."
2020-27776,Alternatives to the Use of Credit Ratings,Proposed Rule,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering an amendment to its regulations that would alter financial assurance mechanisms approved by the NRC for the decommissioning of nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities. Specifically, this action would amend provisions for parent company and self company guarantees that require bond ratings issued by credit rating agencies. This action would implement the provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010, which directed agencies to amend their regulations to remove any reference to or reliance on credit ratings. Applicants and licensees who are required to provide decommissioning financial assurance may be affected. The NRC is soliciting public comment on potential approaches for amending the regulations and invites stakeholders and interested persons to participate. The NRC plans to hold a public meeting during the comment period to facilitate stakeholder participation.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27776/alternatives-to-the-use-of-credit-ratings,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27776.pdf,Nuclear Regulatory Commission,383,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering an amendment to its regulations that would alter financial assurance mechanisms approved by the NRC for the decommissioning of nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities. Specifically,..."
2020-27822,French Dressing; Proposed Revocation of a Standard of Identity,Proposed Rule,"The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) proposes to revoke the standard of identity for French dressing. This action, in part, responds to a citizen petition submitted by the Association for Dressings and Sauces (ADS). We tentatively conclude that this standard no longer promotes honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers. Revocation of the standard of identity for French dressing could provide greater flexibility in the product's manufacture, consistent with comparable, nonstandardized foods available in the marketplace.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27822/french-dressing-proposed-revocation-of-a-standard-of-identity,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27822.pdf,Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration,"221,199","The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) proposes to revoke the standard of identity for French dressing. This action, in part, responds to a citizen petition submitted by the Association for Dressings and Sauces (ADS). We tentatively conclude that..."
2020-27828,Revocation of the Regulations for Human Tissue Intended for Transplantation and Human Dura Mater,Proposed Rule,"The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is proposing to revoke the regulations for human tissue intended for transplantation and human dura mater recovered prior to May 25, 2005. The proposed revocation does not affect the regulations for human cells, tissues, and cellular and tissue-based products (HCT/Ps) recovered on or after May 25, 2005. FDA is proposing this action because these regulations are obsolete or no longer necessary to achieve public health goals. This action is part of FDA's implementation of Executive Orders 13771 and 13777. Under these Executive Orders, FDA is comprehensively reviewing existing regulations to identify opportunities for repeal, replacement, or modification that will result in meaningful burden reduction, while allowing the Agency to achieve our public health mission and fulfill statutory obligations.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27828/revocation-of-the-regulations-for-human-tissue-intended-for-transplantation-and-human-dura-mater,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27828.pdf,Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration,"221,199","The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is proposing to revoke the regulations for human tissue intended for transplantation and human dura mater recovered prior to May 25, 2005. The proposed revocation does not affect the regulations..."
2020-27872,Proposed Guidance; Questions and Answers on Serving Children With Disabilities Placed by Their Parents in Private Schools,Proposed Rule,The U.S. Department of Education (Department) seeks public comment on proposed guidance that addresses State and local responsibilities under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for providing equitable services to parentally placed private school children with disabilities. The proposed guidance updates and supersedes the Department's guidance titled Questions and Answers on Serving Children with Disabilities Placed by Their Parents in Private Schools issued in April 2011.,2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27872/proposed-guidance-questions-and-answers-on-serving-children-with-disabilities-placed-by-their,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27872.pdf,Education Department,126,The U.S. Department of Education (Department) seeks public comment on proposed guidance that addresses State and local responsibilities under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for providing equitable services to...
2020-27907,"Airworthiness Directives; MHI RJ Aviation ULC (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes",Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702), CL-600-2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550), and CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report that some piccolo ducts for the wing anti-ice system have bleed holes that do not conform to requirements. This proposed AD would require, depending on airplane configuration, inspection for the presence of affected wing anti-ice system piccolo ducts and corrective actions, or replacement of affected piccolo ducts with new piccolo ducts. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27907/airworthiness-directives-mhi-rj-aviation-ulc-type-certificate-previously-held-by-bombardier-inc,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27907.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702), CL-600-2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550), and CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes. This..."
2020-27982,Petition for Reconsideration of Action in Proceeding,Proposed Rule,Ch[eacute]rie R. Kiser has filed a Petition for Reconsideration (Petition) on behalf of Global Tel*Link Corporation (GTL) in Federal Communications Commission (FCC) WC Docket No. 12-375.,2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-27982/petition-for-reconsideration-of-action-in-proceeding,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-27982.pdf,Federal Communications Commission,161,Ch[eacute]rie R. Kiser has filed a Petition for Reconsideration (Petition) on behalf of Global Tel*Link Corporation (GTL) in Federal Communications Commission (FCC) WC Docket No. 12-375.
2020-28024,Petition for Reconsideration of Action in Proceedings,Proposed Rule,"Petition for Reconsideration (Petition) has been filed in the Commission's proceeding by Rachel Stilwell and Samantha Gutierrez, on behalf of REC Networks, musicFIRST Coalition and Future of Music Coalition.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-28024/petition-for-reconsideration-of-action-in-proceedings,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-28024.pdf,Federal Communications Commission,161,"Petition for Reconsideration (Petition) has been filed in the Commission's proceeding by Rachel Stilwell and Samantha Gutierrez, on behalf of REC Networks, musicFIRST Coalition and Future of Music Coalition."
2020-28026,Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L, AS332L1, AS332C, and AS332C1 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by the failure of a second stage planet gear installed in the main gearbox (MGB). This proposed AD would require identifying the part number of each second stage planet gear assembly installed in the MGB, replacing an MGB having certain second stage planet gear assembly part numbers with a serviceable MGB, modifying the helicopter by installing a full flow magnetic plug (FFMP), repetitively inspecting the FFMP and the MGB bottom housing and conical housing for metal particles, analyzing any metal particles that are found, and applying corrective actions if necessary, 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.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-28026/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-28026.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L, AS332L1, AS332C, and AS332C1 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by the failure of a second stage planet gear installed in the main gearbox..."
2020-28042,Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (Type Certificate Previously Held by Rolls-Royce plc) Turbofan Engines,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) Trent 1000-A2, 1000-AE2, 1000-C2, 1000-CE2, 1000-D2, 1000-E2, 1000-G2, 1000-H2, 1000- J2, 1000-K2 and 1000-L2 model turbofan engines. This proposed AD was prompted by the manufacturer's analysis which determined that cracks may initiate in the front seal fins and cause cracks in the low- pressure turbine (LPT) disk. This proposed AD would require repetitive inspection of the seal fins and, depending on the results of the inspection, replacement of the LPT disk before further flight. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-28042/airworthiness-directives-rolls-royce-deutschland-ltd-and-co-kg-type-certificate-previously-held-by,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-28042.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) Trent 1000-A2, 1000-AE2, 1000-C2, 1000-CE2, 1000-D2, 1000-E2, 1000-G2, 1000-H2, 1000- J2, 1000-K2 and 1000-L2 model turbofan engines...."
2020-28076,Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters,Proposed Rule,"The FAA is proposing to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain serial-numbered Leonardo S.p.a. (Leonardo) Model A109S and AW109SP helicopters. This proposed AD would require installing a placard in the baggage compartment, revising the existing Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) for your helicopter, and inspecting the installation of the terminal lugs. Depending on the outcome of the inspection, this proposed AD would require restoring the installation of the terminal lugs. This proposed AD would also require modifying the helicopter to shim the baggage fairing assy (fwd up) away from the circuit breaker panel and incorporating protective coverings. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of several occurrences of fire ignition and smoke in the baggage compartment. The actions of this proposed AD are intended to address an unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-28076/airworthiness-directives-leonardo-spa-helicopters,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-28076.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA is proposing to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain serial-numbered Leonardo S.p.a. (Leonardo) Model A109S and AW109SP helicopters. This proposed AD would require installing a placard in the baggage compartment, revising the..."
2020-28084,Enterprise Housing Goals,Proposed Rule,"The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is publishing an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) requesting public comment on a variety of questions related to potential changes to the regulation establishing housing goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (Enterprises). FHFA will consider public comments received on these questions in order to inform rulemaking that is planned for 2021 to establish single-family and multifamily housing goals benchmark levels for 2022 and beyond, and to make other changes to the Enterprise housing goals regulation, as appropriate.",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-28084/enterprise-housing-goals,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-28084.pdf,Federal Housing Finance Agency,174,The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is publishing an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) requesting public comment on a variety of questions related to potential changes to the regulation establishing housing goals for Fannie Mae and...
2020-28117,Receipt of Several Pesticide Petitions Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities (October 2020),Proposed Rule,This document announces the Agency's receipt of several initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities.,2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-28117/receipt-of-several-pesticide-petitions-filed-for-residues-of-pesticide-chemicals-in-or-on-various,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-28117.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,This document announces the Agency's receipt of several initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities.
2020-28121,Air Plan Approval; Missouri; Removal of Control of Emissions From Solvent Cleanup Operations,Proposed Rule,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing approval of a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision submitted by the State of Missouri on January 15, 2019, and supplemented by letter on June 14, 2019. Missouri requests that the EPA remove a rule related to control of emissions from the solvent cleanup operations in the Kansas City, Missouri area from its SIP. This removal does not have an adverse effect on air quality. The EPA's proposed approval of this rule revision is in accordance with the requirements of the Clean Air Act (CAA).",2020-12-21,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/21/2020-28121/air-plan-approval-missouri-removal-of-control-of-emissions-from-solvent-cleanup-operations,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-21/pdf/2020-28121.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing approval of a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision submitted by the State of Missouri on January 15, 2019, and supplemented by letter on June 14, 2019. Missouri requests that the EPA remove a..."
2020-27097,Positive Train Control Systems,Proposed Rule,"FRA is proposing to revise its regulations governing changes to positive train control (PTC) systems and reporting on PTC system functioning. First, recognizing that the railroad industry intends to enhance further FRA-certified PTC systems to continue improving rail safety and PTC technology's reliability and operability, FRA proposes to modify the process by which a host railroad must submit a request for amendment (RFA) to FRA before making certain changes to its PTC Safety Plan (PTCSP) and FRA-certified PTC system. Second, to enable more effective FRA oversight, FRA proposes to: Expand an existing reporting requirement by increasing the frequency from annual to biannual; broaden the reporting requirement to encompass positive performance-related information, not just failure-related information; and require host railroads to utilize a new, standardized Biannual Report of PTC System Performance (Form FRA F 6180.152). Overall, the proposed amendments would benefit the railroad industry, the public, and FRA, by reducing unnecessary costs, facilitating innovation, and improving FRA's ability to oversee PTC system performance and reliability, while not negatively affecting rail safety.",2020-12-18,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/18/2020-27097/positive-train-control-systems,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-18/pdf/2020-27097.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Railroad Administration,"492,185","FRA is proposing to revise its regulations governing changes to positive train control (PTC) systems and reporting on PTC system functioning. First, recognizing that the railroad industry intends to enhance further FRA-certified PTC systems to continue..."
2020-27106,Referral for VA Administrative Decision for Character of Discharge Determinations,Proposed Rule,"The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proposes to amend title 38 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to clarify that, when determining eligibility for interment or memorialization benefits, the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) will refer cases involving other than honorable (OTH) discharges, certain other discharges, or potential statutory or regulatory bars to benefits, to the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) for character of discharge determinations. VA is merely updating its regulations to conform with statute and current practice.",2020-12-18,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/18/2020-27106/referral-for-va-administrative-decision-for-character-of-discharge-determinations,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-18/pdf/2020-27106.pdf,Veterans Affairs Department,520,"The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proposes to amend title 38 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to clarify that, when determining eligibility for interment or memorialization benefits, the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) will refer..."
2020-27124,Erik Erb-Minimum Day Off Requirement for Security Officers,Proposed Rule,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is announcing the withdrawal, without prejudice to a future filing, of a petition for rulemaking (PRM), PRM-26-6, ""Minimum Day Off Requirement for Security Officers,"" submitted to the NRC by Erik Erb and 91 co-signers (the petitioners) on August 17, 2010. The petitioners requested that the NRC amend its regulations to decrease the minimum days off requirement for security officers working 12-hour shifts from an average of 3 days per week to 2.5 or 2 days per week. The petitioner withdrew PRM-26-6 by email dated December 10, 2019.",2020-12-18,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/18/2020-27124/erik-erb-minimum-day-off-requirement-for-security-officers,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-18/pdf/2020-27124.pdf,Nuclear Regulatory Commission,383,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is announcing the withdrawal, without prejudice to a future filing, of a petition for rulemaking (PRM), PRM-26-6, ""Minimum Day Off Requirement for Security Officers,"" submitted to the NRC by Erik Erb and 91..."
2020-27569,Trade Regulation Rule Relating to Power Output Claims for Amplifiers Utilized in Home Entertainment Products,Proposed Rule,"As part of the Commission's systematic review of all current FTC rules and guides, the Federal Trade Commission (""FTC"" or ""Commission"") requests public comment on the overall costs, benefits, necessity, and regulatory and economic impact of the FTC's Trade Regulation Rule Relating to Power Output Claims for Amplifiers Utilized in Home Entertainment Products (the ""Amplifier Rule"" or ""Rule"").",2020-12-18,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/18/2020-27569/trade-regulation-rule-relating-to-power-output-claims-for-amplifiers-utilized-in-home-entertainment,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-18/pdf/2020-27569.pdf,Federal Trade Commission,192,"As part of the Commission's systematic review of all current FTC rules and guides, the Federal Trade Commission (""FTC"" or ""Commission"") requests public comment on the overall costs, benefits, necessity, and regulatory and economic impact of the FTC's..."
2020-27593,"Medicaid Program; Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Reducing Provider and Patient Burden by Improving Prior Authorization Processes, and Promoting Patients' Electronic Access to Health Information for Medicaid Managed Care Plans, State Medicaid Agencies, CHIP Agencies and CHIP Managed Care Entities, and Issuers of Qualified Health Plans on the Federally-Facilitated Exchanges; Health Information Technology Standards and Implementation Specifications",Proposed Rule,"This proposed rule would place new requirements on state Medicaid and CHIP fee-for-service (FFS) programs, Medicaid managed care plans, CHIP managed care entities, and Qualified Health Plan (QHP) issuers on the Federally-facilitated Exchanges (FFEs) to improve the electronic exchange of health care data, and streamline processes related to prior authorization, while continuing CMS' drive toward interoperability, and reducing burden in the health care market. In addition, on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Service (HHS), the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) is proposing the adoption of certain specified implementation guides (IGs) needed to support the proposed Application Programming Interface (API) policies included in this rule. Each of these elements plays a key role in reducing overall payer and provider burden and improving patient access to health information.",2020-12-18,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/18/2020-27593/medicaid-program-patient-protection-and-affordable-care-act-reducing-provider-and-patient-burden-by,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-18/pdf/2020-27593.pdf,Health and Human Services Department; Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services,"221,45","This proposed rule would place new requirements on state Medicaid and CHIP fee-for-service (FFS) programs, Medicaid managed care plans, CHIP managed care entities, and Qualified Health Plan (QHP) issuers on the Federally-facilitated Exchanges (FFEs) to..."
2020-27823,Frozen Cherry Pie; Proposed Revocation of a Standard of Identity and a Standard of Quality,Proposed Rule,"The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) proposes to revoke the standard of identity and the standard of quality for frozen cherry pie. This action, in part, responds to a citizen petition submitted by the American Bakers Association (ABA). We tentatively conclude that these standards are no longer necessary to promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers. We also tentatively conclude that revoking the standards of identity and quality for frozen cherry pie would provide greater flexibility in the product's manufacture, consistent with comparable, nonstandardized foods available in the marketplace.",2020-12-18,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/18/2020-27823/frozen-cherry-pie-proposed-revocation-of-a-standard-of-identity-and-a-standard-of-quality,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-18/pdf/2020-27823.pdf,Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration,"221,199","The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) proposes to revoke the standard of identity and the standard of quality for frozen cherry pie. This action, in part, responds to a citizen petition submitted by the American Bakers Association (ABA). We..."
2020-27829,Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods; Extension of Comment Period; Reopening of the Comment Period,Proposed Rule,"The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is extending the comment period for the proposed rule and reopening the comment period for the information collection related to the proposed rule entitled ""Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods"" that appeared in the Federal Register of September 23, 2020. We are taking this action in response to a request from stakeholders to extend the comment period to allow additional time for interested persons to submit comments on the proposed rule. We also are taking this action to keep the comment period for the information collection provisions associated with the rule consistent with the comment period for the proposed rule.",2020-12-18,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/18/2020-27829/requirements-for-additional-traceability-records-for-certain-foods-extension-of-comment-period,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-18/pdf/2020-27829.pdf,Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration,"221,199","The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is extending the comment period for the proposed rule and reopening the comment period for the information collection related to the proposed rule entitled ""Requirements for Additional..."
2020-26122,Volunteer Discrimination Complaint Process,Proposed Rule,"This joint document amends the regulations that the Peace Corps and Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) follow to process complaints of discrimination by volunteers and applicants for volunteer service. The current regulations were promulgated in January 1981 when the Peace Corps and domestic volunteer programs (such as VISTA, now subsumed by CNCS) were one entity under an organization called ACTION. At that time, Congress extended the statutory protections of the Civil Rights Act and other laws to such volunteers. Congress has since separated out the two agencies and has expressly removed the Peace Corps. As such, the regulations need to be updated.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-26122/volunteer-discrimination-complaint-process,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-26122.pdf,Peace Corps; Corporation for National and Community Service,"403,91",This joint document amends the regulations that the Peace Corps and Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) follow to process complaints of discrimination by volunteers and applicants for volunteer service. The current regulations were...
2020-26347,Reduction in Force,Proposed Rule,"The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing a proposed regulation to revise its reduction-in-force (RIF) regulations to set forth the principle that agencies should prioritize performance over length of service when determining which employees will be retained in a RIF following regulations that OPM will issue. In addition, OPM is exercising its authority to modify the order of retention, clarify tenure group definitions, and modify how credit for performance is computed.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-26347/reduction-in-force,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-26347.pdf,Personnel Management Office,406,The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing a proposed regulation to revise its reduction-in-force (RIF) regulations to set forth the principle that agencies should prioritize performance over length of service when determining which employees...
2020-27363,Fitness-for-Duty Program,Proposed Rule,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is denying two petitions for rulemaking related to the fitness-for-duty program that were docketed as PRM-26-3, ""Professional Reactor Operator Society-- Fitness-for-Duty Programs,"" and PRM-26-5, ""Nuclear Energy Institute-- Fitness-for-Duty Programs,"" due to the discontinuation of the associated rulemaking.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-27363/fitness-for-duty-program,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-27363.pdf,Nuclear Regulatory Commission,383,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is denying two petitions for rulemaking related to the fitness-for-duty program that were docketed as PRM-26-3, ""Professional Reactor Operator Society-- Fitness-for-Duty Programs,"" and PRM-26-5, ""Nuclear..."
2020-27364,Large Break Loss-of-Coolant Accident Redefinition,Proposed Rule,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is denying a petition for rulemaking dated February 6, 2002, submitted by Anthony R. Pietrangelo on behalf of the Nuclear Energy Institute, due to the discontinuation of the associated rulemaking.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-27364/large-break-loss-of-coolant-accident-redefinition,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-27364.pdf,Nuclear Regulatory Commission,383,"The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is denying a petition for rulemaking dated February 6, 2002, submitted by Anthony R. Pietrangelo on behalf of the Nuclear Energy Institute, due to the discontinuation of the associated rulemaking."
2020-27544,Montana AML Plan,Proposed Rule,"We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the Montana Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Plan (Montana Plan) under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA or the Act). The State submitted this proposal in response to OSMRE's request to update the Montana Plan. Montana also seeks to make changes that will improve the Plan's readability and operational efficiency. This document gives the times and locations that the Montana Plan and this proposed amendment to that Plan are available for your inspection, the comment period during which you may submit written comments on the amendment, and the procedures that we will follow for the public hearing, if one is requested.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-27544/montana-aml-plan,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-27544.pdf,Interior Department; Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Office,"253,480","We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the Montana Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Plan (Montana Plan) under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA..."
2020-27545,Wyoming Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Plan,Proposed Rule,"We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the Wyoming Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Plan (hereinafter, the Wyoming Plan) under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA or the Act). Wyoming proposes extensive revisions to its Plan in response to a letter sent from OSMRE and to improve the Plan's readability and operational efficiency. These changes are being submitted in response to legislative and regulatory changes made under SMCRA. This document gives the times and locations that the Wyoming plan and proposed amendment to that plan are available for your inspection, the comment period during which you may submit written comments on the amendment, and the procedures that we will follow for the public hearing, if one is requested.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-27545/wyoming-abandoned-mine-land-reclamation-plan,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-27545.pdf,Interior Department; Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Office,"253,480","We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the Wyoming Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Plan (hereinafter, the Wyoming Plan) under the Surface Mining Control and..."
2020-27565,Transfer of Very Low-Level Waste To Exempt Persons for Disposal,Proposed Rule,The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is withdrawing a proposed interpretation of its low-level radioactive waste disposal regulations that would permit licensees to dispose of waste by transfer to persons who hold specific exemptions for the purpose of disposal by burial. The proposal is being withdrawn based on the NRC staff's assessment that the proposed changes may not benefit the regulatory framework for the disposal of low-level radioactive waste.,2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-27565/transfer-of-very-low-level-waste-to-exempt-persons-for-disposal,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-27565.pdf,Nuclear Regulatory Commission,383,The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is withdrawing a proposed interpretation of its low-level radioactive waste disposal regulations that would permit licensees to dispose of waste by transfer to persons who hold specific exemptions for the...
2020-27602,Pennsylvania Regulatory Program,Proposed Rule,"We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the Pennsylvania regulatory program (hereinafter, the Pennsylvania program) under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA or the Act). Through this proposed amendment, Pennsylvania is requesting to make changes to its regulations addressing four required amendments, one part not previously approved, and several program revisions submitted. The proposed amendment includes, but is not limited to, augmented seeding, bonding, haul roads, effluent limitations for bituminous underground mines, temporary cessation, definition of Surface Mining Activities, civil penalties, administrative requirements, and Employee Financial Interest Reporting Form, as well as other administrative updates and corrections. This document gives the times and locations that the Pennsylvania program and this proposed amendment to that program are available for your inspection, the comment period during which you may submit written comments on the amendment, and the procedures that we will follow for the public hearing, if one is requested.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-27602/pennsylvania-regulatory-program,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-27602.pdf,Interior Department; Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Office,"253,480","We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the Pennsylvania regulatory program (hereinafter, the Pennsylvania program) under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of..."
2020-27691,"Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes",Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2017-19-25, which applies to all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes; and Model C- 295 airplanes. AD 2017-19-25 requires repetitive inspections and operational checks of the affected fuel valves, and corrective actions if necessary. Since the FAA issued AD 2017-19-25, it has been determined that it is necessary to limit the installation of affected parts specified in AD 2017-19-25 to those parts that are maintained in accordance with certain instructions. This proposed AD would continue to require repetitive inspections and operational checks of the affected fuel valves, and corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD would also limit the installation of affected parts to those that that are maintained in accordance with certain instructions, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which will be incorporated by reference. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-17,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/17/2020-27691/airworthiness-directives-airbus-defense-and-space-sa-formerly-known-as-construcciones-aeronauticas,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-17/pdf/2020-27691.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2017-19-25, which applies to all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes; and Model C- 295 airplanes. AD 2017-19-25 requires repetitive..."
2020-26043,Solicitation of New Safe Harbors and Special Fraud Alerts,Proposed Rule,"In accordance with section 205 of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), this annual notification solicits proposals and recommendations for developing new, or modifying existing, safe harbor provisions under section 1128B(b) of the Social Security Act (the Act), the Federal anti-kickback statute, as well as developing new OIG Special Fraud Alerts.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-26043/solicitation-of-new-safe-harbors-and-special-fraud-alerts,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-26043.pdf,Health and Human Services Department,221,"In accordance with section 205 of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), this annual notification solicits proposals and recommendations for developing new, or modifying existing, safe harbor provisions under section..."
2020-27095,Privacy Act of 1974; Implementation,Proposed Rule,"The Office of the Secretary of Defense proposes to exempt some records maintained in DoD 0003 ""Mobilization Deployment Management Information System (MDMIS)"". The proposed action is sought to protect classified information for national security purposes. In the course of carrying out collections and analysis of information, exempt records received from other Systems of Records may become part of this system. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems of records are maintained in this system, the Department also claims the same exemptions for the records from those other systems that are maintained in this system, as claimed for the prior system(s) of which they are a part, provided the reason for the exemption remains valid and necessary.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-27095/privacy-act-of-1974-implementation,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-27095.pdf,Defense Department,103,"The Office of the Secretary of Defense proposes to exempt some records maintained in DoD 0003 ""Mobilization Deployment Management Information System (MDMIS)"". The proposed action is sought to protect classified information for national security..."
2020-27560,Pipeline Safety: Midstream Facilities Frequently Asked Questions,Proposed Rule,"PHMSA published a notification in the Federal Register seeking public comments on a document titled ""Pipeline Safety: Midstream Facilities Frequently Asked Questions."" PHMSA has received a request to extend the comment period to allow stakeholders more time to evaluate the frequently asked questions. Upon review of the request, PHMSA is extending the comment period for an additional 30 days.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-27560/pipeline-safety-midstream-facilities-frequently-asked-questions,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-27560.pdf,Transportation Department; Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration,"492,408","PHMSA published a notification in the Federal Register seeking public comments on a document titled ""Pipeline Safety: Midstream Facilities Frequently Asked Questions."" PHMSA has received a request to extend the comment period to allow stakeholders more..."
2020-27563,"Tart Cherries Grown in the States of Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wisconsin; Modification of Assessment Rate",Proposed Rule,"This proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the Cherry Industry Administrative Board (Board) to decrease the portion of assessments allocated to research and promotion activities and increase the portion allocated to administrative expenses. The overall assessment rate would remain unchanged. The proposed assessment rate would remain in effect indefinitely unless modified, suspended, or terminated.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-27563/tart-cherries-grown-in-the-states-of-michigan-new-york-pennsylvania-oregon-utah-washington-and,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-27563.pdf,Agriculture Department; Agricultural Marketing Service,"12,9",This proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the Cherry Industry Administrative Board (Board) to decrease the portion of assessments allocated to research and promotion activities and increase the portion allocated to administrative...
2020-27601,West Virginia Regulatory Program,Proposed Rule,"We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the West Virginia regulatory program (hereinafter, the West Virginia program) under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA or the Act). West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) seeks to amend its regulatory provisions related to entities authorized to issue surety bonds and the repair and compensation of damage resulting from subsidence. This document gives the times and locations that the West Virginia program and this proposed amendment to that program are available for your inspection, the comment period during which you may submit written comments on the amendment, and the procedures that we will follow for the public hearing, if one is requested.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-27601/west-virginia-regulatory-program,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-27601.pdf,Interior Department; Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Office,"253,480","We, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), are announcing receipt of a proposed amendment to the West Virginia regulatory program (hereinafter, the West Virginia program) under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act..."
2020-27631,"Proposed Amendment of V-175 and V-586; Establishment of T-397; and Revocation of V-424 in the Vicinity of Macon, MO",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to amend VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airways V-175 and V-586; establish Area Navigation (RNAV) route T-397; and remove VOR Federal airway V-424 in the vicinity of Macon, MO. The Air Traffic Service (ATS) route modifications are necessary due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Macon, MO, VOR/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) navigation aid (NAVAID). With the exception of RNAV route T-397 proposed to be established, the Marion VOR/DME NAVAID provides navigation guidance for portions of the affected air traffic service (ATS) routes. The VOR is being decommissioned as part of the FAA's VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) program.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-27631/proposed-amendment-of-v-175-and-v-586-establishment-of-t-397-and-revocation-of-v-424-in-the-vicinity,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-27631.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","This action proposes to amend VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airways V-175 and V-586; establish Area Navigation (RNAV) route T-397; and remove VOR Federal airway V-424 in the vicinity of Macon, MO. The Air Traffic Service (ATS) route..."
2020-27632,"Proposed Amendment of V-9, V-63, V-100, V-158, V-171, and T-325; and Revocation of V-127 in the Vicinity of Rockford, IL",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to amend VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airways V-9, V-63, V-100, V-158, and V-171; amend Area Navigation (RNAV) route T-325; and remove VOR Federal airway V-127 in the vicinity of Rockford, IL. The air traffic service (ATS) route modifications are necessary due to the planned decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Rockford, IL, VOR/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/ DME) navigation aid (NAVAID). Except for RNAV route T-325, the Rockford VOR/DME NAVAID provides navigation guidance for portions of the affected routes listed above. The Rockford VOR is being decommissioned as part of the FAA's VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) program.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-27632/proposed-amendment-of-v-9-v-63-v-100-v-158-v-171-and-t-325-and-revocation-of-v-127-in-the-vicinity,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-27632.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","This action proposes to amend VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal airways V-9, V-63, V-100, V-158, and V-171; amend Area Navigation (RNAV) route T-325; and remove VOR Federal airway V-127 in the vicinity of Rockford, IL. The air traffic service..."
2020-27660,Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2018-15-02, which applies to certain Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350BA, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, and AS355NP helicopters. AD 2018-15-02 requires repetitively inspecting the tail rotor (TR) pitch rod for a damaged elastomeric ball joint, and corrective action if necessary. Since the FAA issued AD 2018-15-02, the FAA determined that the manufacturer had developed improved inspection procedures and identified conditions that would allow the repetitive inspection intervals specified in AD 2018-15-02 to be extended to correspond with the intervals for the inspection of the TR pitch rod specified in the airworthiness limitation section of the applicable helicopter maintenance manual. This proposed AD would retain the requirements of AD 2018-15-02 and allow the repetitive inspection interval to be extended under certain conditions, 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.",2020-12-16,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/16/2020-27660/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-16/pdf/2020-27660.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2018-15-02, which applies to certain Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350BA, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, and AS355NP helicopters. AD 2018-15-02..."
2020-26288,Taking of Marine Mammals Incidental to Commercial Fishing Operations; Amendment to the Atlantic Pelagic Longline Take Reduction Plan,Proposed Rule,"NMFS proposes to amend the regulations implementing the Atlantic Pelagic Longline Take Reduction Plan (hereinafter called the PLTRP or the Plan) to reduce mortalities and serious injuries of short- finned pilot whales incidental to the Atlantic pelagic longline fishery to meet the long-term goal of the Plan as required by the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). The PLTRP currently contains both regulatory and non-regulatory management measures to reduce mortality and serious injury of pilot whales (Globicephala spp.) and Risso's dolphins (Grampus griseus), in the Atlantic portion of the Category I Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico large pelagics longline fishery (hereinafter called Atlantic pelagic longline fishery). The proposed amendments to the PLTRP are based on consensus recommendations submitted by the Atlantic Pelagic Longline Take Reduction Team (hereinafter called the PLTRT or the Team) and include: Removing the Cape Hatteras Special Research Area and the associated special observer and research participation requirements for fishermen operating in that area, modifying the mainline length restrictions for pelagic longline sets in the U.S. exclusive economic zone (EEZ) portion of the Mid- Atlantic Bight, and implementing required hook and gangion modifications in the EEZ portion of the Florida East Coast, South Atlantic Bight, Mid-Atlantic Bight and Northeast Coastal fishing areas. Furthermore, NMFS is removing Risso's dolphins and long-finned pilot whales from the Plan's scope.",2020-12-15,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/15/2020-26288/taking-of-marine-mammals-incidental-to-commercial-fishing-operations-amendment-to-the-atlantic,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-15/pdf/2020-26288.pdf,Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,"54,361",NMFS proposes to amend the regulations implementing the Atlantic Pelagic Longline Take Reduction Plan (hereinafter called the PLTRP or the Plan) to reduce mortalities and serious injuries of short- finned pilot whales incidental to the Atlantic pelagic...
2020-27452,Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Leonardo S.p.a. (Leonardo) Model AW189 helicopters. This proposed AD would require inspecting the tail plane installation forward bolts (bolts) and depending on the results of those inspections, removing certain parts from service or installing a tail plane retromod. This proposed AD would also require torqueing certain part-numbered nuts, inspecting bolts and nuts for wear, and depending on the results of those inspections, removing parts from service. This proposed AD was prompted by two reported failures of the bolts. The actions of this proposed AD are intended to address an unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-15,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/15/2020-27452/airworthiness-directives-leonardo-spa-helicopters,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-15/pdf/2020-27452.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159",The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Leonardo S.p.a. (Leonardo) Model AW189 helicopters. This proposed AD would require inspecting the tail plane installation forward bolts (bolts) and depending on the results of those...
2020-27460,Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350C, and AS350D helicopters; Model AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, and AS355NP helicopters; and Model EC130B4 and EC130T2 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of failed main rotor hub-to-mast attachment screws. This proposed AD would require determining whether the helicopter has been operated in a severe environment since the last inspection of the main rotor hub-to-mast attachment screws, an inspection of the main rotor hub-to-mast attachment screws if the helicopter has been operated in a severe environment, and replacement of the main rotor hub-to-mast attachment screws if necessary, as specified in a European Aviation Safety Agency (now European Union Aviation Safety Agency) (EASA) AD, which will be incorporated by reference. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-15,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/15/2020-27460/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-15/pdf/2020-27460.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350C, and AS350D helicopters; Model AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, and AS355NP helicopters; and Model..."
2020-27477,"Proposed Establishment of Class E Airspace; Leoti, KS",Proposed Rule,"This action proposes to establish Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Mark Hoard Memorial Airport, Leoti, KS. The establishment of Class E airspace facilitates the airport's transition from visual flight rules (VFR) to instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. This action would ensure the safety and management of IFR operations at the airport.",2020-12-15,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/15/2020-27477/proposed-establishment-of-class-e-airspace-leoti-ks,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-15/pdf/2020-27477.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","This action proposes to establish Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Mark Hoard Memorial Airport, Leoti, KS. The establishment of Class E airspace facilitates the airport's transition from visual flight rules (VFR) to..."
2020-27511,Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Turbofan Engines,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012-04-15, which applies to all Pratt & Whitney (PW) JT9D-3A, JT9D-7, JT9D-7A, JT9D-7AH, JT9D-7F, JT9D-7H, JT9D-7J, JT9D-20, JT9D-20J, JT9D- 59A, JT9D-70A, JT9D-7Q, JT9D-7Q3, JT9D-7R4D, JT9D-7R4D1, JT9D-7R4E, JT9D-7R4E1, JT9D-7R4E4, JT9D-7R4G2, and JT9D-7R4H1 (JT9D) model turbofan engines. AD 2012-04-15 requires revisions to the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of the manufacturer's Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) to include required enhanced inspection of selected critical life-limited parts at each piece-part opportunity. AD 2012-04-15 also requires additional revisions to the JT9D model engines ALS of the manufacturer's ICA. Since the FAA issued AD 2012-04- 15, PW notified the FAA that revisions to the mandatory inspections contained within the ALS of the manufacturer's ICA were necessary. This proposed AD would revise the required inspections of selected critical life-limited parts specified in the ALS of the manufacturer's ICA and, for air carriers, to the existing continuous airworthiness air carrier maintenance program (CAMP). The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-15,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/15/2020-27511/airworthiness-directives-pratt-and-whitney-turbofan-engines,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-15/pdf/2020-27511.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012-04-15, which applies to all Pratt & Whitney (PW) JT9D-3A, JT9D-7, JT9D-7A, JT9D-7AH, JT9D-7F, JT9D-7H, JT9D-7J, JT9D-20, JT9D-20J, JT9D- 59A, JT9D-70A, JT9D-7Q, JT9D-7Q3, JT9D-7R4D,..."
2020-23224,"Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act: Electronic Filing, Settlement, and Civil Money Penalty Procedures",Proposed Rule,"The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) administers the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act and its extensions. To improve program administration, OWCP proposes to amend its existing regulations to require parties to file documents electronically, unless otherwise provided by statute or allowed by OWCP, and to streamline the settlement process. Additionally, to promote accountability and ensure fairness, OWCP proposes new rules for imposing and reviewing civil money penalties prescribed by the Longshore Act. The new rules will set forth the procedures to contest OWCP's penalty determinations.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-23224/longshore-and-harbor-workers-compensation-act-electronic-filing-settlement-and-civil-money-penalty,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-23224.pdf,Labor Department; Workers' Compensation Programs Office,"271,530","The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) administers the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act and its extensions. To improve program administration, OWCP proposes to amend its existing regulations to require parties to file..."
2020-26446,"Regulatory Reform Initiative: Streamlining and Modernizing the 7(a), Microloan, and 504 Loan Programs To Reduce Unnecessary Regulatory Burden",Proposed Rule,"The Small Business Administration (SBA) is proposing to remove or revise various regulations affecting its business loan programs because these regulations are obsolete, unnecessary, ineffective, or burdensome. In addition, one of the regulations that SBA is proposing to remove is cross-referenced in a regulation in SBA's Disaster Loan Program; SBA is proposing to make a conforming change to that regulation. SBA also is making several technical amendments to the regulations to incorporate recent statutory changes and other non- substantive changes. These changes are being proposed to carry out the mandate in various Executive Orders to reduce the number and costs of the regulations that Federal agencies impose on the public.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-26446/regulatory-reform-initiative-streamlining-and-modernizing-the-7a-microloan-and-504-loan-programs-to,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-26446.pdf,Small Business Administration,468,"The Small Business Administration (SBA) is proposing to remove or revise various regulations affecting its business loan programs because these regulations are obsolete, unnecessary, ineffective, or burdensome. In addition, one of the regulations that..."
2020-26777,Criminal Negligence Standard for State Clean Water Act 402 and 404 Programs,Proposed Rule,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is requesting comment on proposed Clean Water Act (CWA or the Act) regulations to clarify that state or tribal programs approved pursuant to CWA Sections 402 and 404 are not required to include the same criminal intent standard that is applicable to the EPA under Section 309 of the CWA. The proposed regulations will provide clarity to states, tribes, regulated entities, and the public.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-26777/criminal-negligence-standard-for-state-clean-water-act-402-and-404-programs,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-26777.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is requesting comment on proposed Clean Water Act (CWA or the Act) regulations to clarify that state or tribal programs approved pursuant to CWA Sections 402 and 404 are not required to include the...
2020-26789,National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways; Revision,Proposed Rule,"The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD) is incorporated in FHWA regulations and recognized as the national standard for traffic control devices used on all public roads. The purpose of this NPA is to revise standards, guidance, options, and supporting information relating to the traffic control devices in all parts of the MUTCD. The proposed changes are intended to update the technical provisions to reflect advances in technologies and operational practices, incorporate recent trends and innovations, and set the stage for automated driving systems as those continue to take shape. The proposed changes would promote uniformity and incorporate technology advances in the traffic control device application, and ultimately improve and promote the safe and efficient utilization of roads that are open to public travel. These proposed changes are being designated as the 11th edition of the MUTCD.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-26789/national-standards-for-traffic-control-devices-the-manual-on-uniform-traffic-control-devices-for,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-26789.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Highway Administration,"492,170",The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways (MUTCD) is incorporated in FHWA regulations and recognized as the national standard for traffic control devices used on all public roads. The purpose of this NPA is to revise...
2020-26874,Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products,Proposed Rule,"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 conventional cooking products. EPCA also requires the U.S. Department of Energy (""DOE"") to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this notification of proposed determination (""NOPD""), DOE has initially determined that amended energy conservation standards for consumer conventional cooking products would not be economically justified and would not result in a significant conservation of energy. DOE requests comment on this proposed determination and the associated analyses and results.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-26874/energy-conservation-program-energy-conservation-standards-for-consumer-conventional-cooking-products,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-26874.pdf,Energy Department,136,"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 conventional cooking products. EPCA also requires..."
2020-26957,Record of Violations,Proposed Rule,"FMCSA proposes to eliminate the requirement that drivers operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce prepare and submit a list of their convictions for traffic violations to their employers annually. This requirement is largely duplicative of a separate provision that requires each motor carrier to make an annual inquiry to obtain the motor vehicle record (MVR) for each driver it employs from every State in which the driver holds or has held a CMV operator's license or permit in the past year. To ensure motor carriers are aware of traffic violations for a driver who is licensed by a foreign authority rather than by a State, that provision would be amended to provide that motor carriers must make an annual inquiry to each driver's licensing authority where a driver holds or has held a CMV operator's license or permit. This change would require motor carriers to request the MVR equivalent from Canadian and Mexican driver's licensing authorities. FMCSA expects that removing the requirement for drivers to provide a list of their convictions for traffic violations to their employers annually would reduce the paperwork burden on drivers and motor carriers without adversely affecting CMV safety.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-26957/record-of-violations,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-26957.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,"492,181",FMCSA proposes to eliminate the requirement that drivers operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce prepare and submit a list of their convictions for traffic violations to their employers annually. This requirement is largely...
2020-27016,Changes to Accreditation of Non-Federal Analytical Testing Laboratories.,Proposed Rule,"FSIS is proposing to revise the regulations prescribing the statistical methods used in measuring the performance of chemistry laboratories in its voluntary Accredited Laboratory Program (ALP) and to expand the scope of accreditations offered by the program. Currently, participants in the ALP are accredited for the analysis of food chemistry (moisture, protein, fat, and salt), specific chemical residues, and classes of chemical residues. FSIS is proposing to change the statistical method it uses to evaluate laboratory proficiency testing (PT) sample results to the z score approach for those accreditations that are currently evaluated by Cumulative Summation (CUSUM). FSIS also is proposing to accredit non-Federal laboratories for microbiological indicator organisms and pathogen testing, in response to industry interest. Additionally, the Agency is proposing to make various minor edits and changes to the regulation for the sake of clarity and to incorporate all sample types under the jurisdiction of FSIS (e.g., to include egg products), as appropriate for the associated analyte, and to improve program flexibility. Improving program flexibility includes updating definitions to remove specific references that are currently limiting the program.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27016/changes-to-accreditation-of-non-federal-analytical-testing-laboratories,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27016.pdf,Agriculture Department; Food Safety and Inspection Service,"12,201",FSIS is proposing to revise the regulations prescribing the statistical methods used in measuring the performance of chemistry laboratories in its voluntary Accredited Laboratory Program (ALP) and to expand the scope of accreditations offered by the...
2020-27094,Cost of Assistance Estimates in the Disaster Declaration Process for the Public Assistance Program,Proposed Rule,"The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is proposing a rule to substantively revise the ""Estimated cost of the assistance"" disaster declaration factor that FEMA uses to review a Governor's request for a major disaster under the Public Assistance Program. FEMA proposes revisions to this factor to more accurately assess the disaster response capabilities of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. territories (States), and to respond to the direction of Congress in the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018, which requires FEMA to review its disaster declaration factors and update them via rulemaking, as appropriate.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27094/cost-of-assistance-estimates-in-the-disaster-declaration-process-for-the-public-assistance-program,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27094.pdf,Homeland Security Department; Federal Emergency Management Agency,"227,166","The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is proposing a rule to substantively revise the ""Estimated cost of the assistance"" disaster declaration factor that FEMA uses to review a Governor's request for a major disaster under the Public Assistance..."
2020-27281,"Airworthiness Directives; Rockwell Collins, Inc. Flight Display System Application",Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) AD 2019-12-09, which applies to certain Rockwell Collins, Inc. (Rockwell Collins) FDSA-6500 flight display system applications installed on airplanes. AD 2019-12-09 imposes operating limitations on the traffic collision avoidance system (TCAS). AD 2019-12-09 was prompted by conflict between the TCAS display indications and aural alerts that may occur during a resolution advisory (RA) scenario. This proposed AD would retain the requirements of AD 2019-12-09 until a software upgrade is completed. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27281/airworthiness-directives-rockwell-collins-inc-flight-display-system-application,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27281.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) AD 2019-12-09, which applies to certain Rockwell Collins, Inc. (Rockwell Collins) FDSA-6500 flight display system applications installed on airplanes. AD 2019-12-09 imposes operating..."
2020-27282,Airworthiness Directives; Textron Aviation Inc. Airplanes,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 97- 06-10, which applies to certain Raytheon Aircraft Company (type certificate now held by Textron Aviation Inc. (Textron)) Model 76 airplanes. AD 97-06-10 requires repetitively inspecting the main landing gear (MLG) ""A"" frame assemblies for cracks and replacing any cracked assembly. Since the FAA issued AD 97-06-10, the replacement parts have also experienced failure due to cracking. This proposed AD would require magnetic particle inspections of the MLG ""A"" frame assemblies for cracks and replacement of the affected parts if necessary. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27282/airworthiness-directives-textron-aviation-inc-airplanes,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27282.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 97- 06-10, which applies to certain Raytheon Aircraft Company (type certificate now held by Textron Aviation Inc. (Textron)) Model 76 airplanes. AD 97-06-10 requires repetitively inspecting the..."
2020-27314,Privacy Act of 1974: Implementation of Exemptions; U.S. Department of Homeland Security/ALL-046 Counterintelligence Program System of Records,Proposed Rule,"The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is giving concurrent notice of a new system of records pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974 for the ""U.S. Department of Homeland Security/ALL-046 Counterintelligence Program System of Records"" and this proposed rulemaking. In this proposed rulemaking, the Department proposes to exempt portions of the system of records from one or more provisions of the Privacy Act because of counterintelligence, criminal, civil, and administrative investigative and enforcement requirements.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27314/privacy-act-of-1974-implementation-of-exemptions-us-department-of-homeland-securityall-046,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27314.pdf,Homeland Security Department,227,"The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is giving concurrent notice of a new system of records pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974 for the ""U.S. Department of Homeland Security/ALL-046 Counterintelligence Program System of Records"" and this proposed..."
2020-27324,"Airworthiness Directives; Garmin International GMN-00962 GTS Processor Units (GTS 825, GTS 855, GTS 8000)",Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Garmin International (Garmin) GMN-00962 GTS processor units (GTS 825, GTS 855, GTS 8000). This proposed AD was prompted by reports of GTS processor units issuing resolution advisories (RAs) when no risk of collision or loss of separation exists between the airplanes involved. This proposed AD would require updating the software version of the affected GTS Processor units. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27324/airworthiness-directives-garmin-international-gmn-00962-gts-processor-units-gts-825-gts-855-gts-8000,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27324.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Garmin International (Garmin) GMN-00962 GTS processor units (GTS 825, GTS 855, GTS 8000). This proposed AD was prompted by reports of GTS processor units issuing resolution..."
2020-27360,Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Legacy CCR Surface Impoundments; Extension of Comment Period,Proposed Rule,"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) is extending the comment period on the advance notice of proposed rulemaking for legacy coal combustion residuals (CCR) surface impoundments. The original advance notice of proposed rulemaking was published on October 14, 2020, and the public comment period was originally scheduled to end on December 14, 2020. With this document, EPA is extending the public comment period an additional 60 days, through February 12, 2021.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27360/hazardous-and-solid-waste-management-system-disposal-of-coal-combustion-residuals-from-electric,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27360.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) is extending the comment period on the advance notice of proposed rulemaking for legacy coal combustion residuals (CCR) surface impoundments. The original advance notice of proposed rulemaking was...
2020-27416,Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters,Proposed Rule,"The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016-23-05, which applies to certain Airbus Helicopters Model SA-365N1, AS-365N2, AS 365 N3, SA-366G1, EC 155B, and EC155B1 helicopters. AD 2016-23-05 requires repetitive checks of the oil level of the tail rotor gearbox and, if necessary, filling the oil to the maximum level; and replacement of a certain control rod double bearing (bearing) with a new bearing. Since issuing AD 2016-23-05, the FAA has determined additional inspections, replacements, and modifications are necessary to address the unsafe condition. This proposed AD would retain the requirements of AD 2016-23-05 and would add helicopters to the applicability. This proposed AD would also require modifying the helicopter by replacing the tail gearbox (TGB) control shaft guide bushes; repetitive inspections of the TGB magnetic plug and corrective actions if necessary; repetitive replacements of the bearing; and modifying the helicopter by replacing the TGB; as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which will be incorporated by reference. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.",2020-12-14,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/14/2020-27416/airworthiness-directives-airbus-helicopters,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-14/pdf/2020-27416.pdf,Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration,"492,159","The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016-23-05, which applies to certain Airbus Helicopters Model SA-365N1, AS-365N2, AS 365 N3, SA-366G1, EC 155B, and EC155B1 helicopters. AD 2016-23-05 requires repetitive checks of the oil..."
2020-25832,"Rhode Island: Final Approval of State Underground Storage Tank Program Revisions, Codification, and Incorporation by Reference",Proposed Rule,"Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the State of Rhode Island's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM). This action is based on EPA's determination that these revisions satisfy all requirements needed for program approval. This action also proposes to codify EPA's approval of Rhode Island's State program and to incorporate by reference those provisions of the State regulations that we have determined meet the requirements for approval. The provisions will be subject to EPA's inspection and enforcement authorities under sections 9005 and 9006 of RCRA subtitle I and other applicable statutory and regulatory provisions.",2020-12-11,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/11/2020-25832/rhode-island-final-approval-of-state-underground-storage-tank-program-revisions-codification-and,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-11/pdf/2020-25832.pdf,Environmental Protection Agency,145,"Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the State of Rhode Island's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Rhode Island..."
2020-26374,Temporary Rules to Include Certain “Platform Workers” in Compensatory Offerings Under Rule 701 and Form S-8,Proposed Rule,"The Securities and Exchange Commission (""Commission"") is proposing for public comment amendments to the exemption from registration under the rules of the Securities Act of 1933 (""Securities Act"") for securities issued by non-reporting companies pursuant to compensatory arrangements and to Form S-8, the registration statement for offerings by reporting companies pursuant to employee benefit plans. The amendments would establish a temporary provision under Securities Act rules that, on a trial basis, would permit a non- reporting issuer to offer and sell securities for a compensatory purpose to an expanded group of workers without having to register the offers and sales under the Securities Act, as long as certain conditions are met. Specifically, the proposed amendments would permit the issuer to offer and sell securities to those workers who provide services available through the issuer's internet-based marketplace platform or through another widespread, technology-based marketplace platform or system (""platform workers""). The amendments would similarly, on a trial basis, permit a reporting issuer to include such workers in compensatory offerings registered on Form S-8. These proposed rule amendments would expire, absent further action by the Commission, five years from the date of their effectiveness. We are also proposing to amend the rules under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (""Exchange Act""). The amendment would extend the exclusion from the definition of ""held of record"" and corresponding safe harbor, which currently applies to securities held by persons who received them pursuant to an employee compensation plan, to securities held by persons who received them pursuant to a compensation plan for platform workers under the proposed Securities Act rule amendment. The proposed exclusion and safe harbor for securities issued to platform workers under Exchange Act rules would not be temporary.",2020-12-11,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/11/2020-26374/temporary-rules-to-include-certain-platform-workers-in-compensatory-offerings-under-rule-701-and,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-11/pdf/2020-26374.pdf,Securities and Exchange Commission,466,"The Securities and Exchange Commission (""Commission"") is proposing for public comment amendments to the exemption from registration under the rules of the Securities Act of 1933 (""Securities Act"") for securities issued by non-reporting companies..."
2020-26390,Modernization of Rules and Forms for Compensatory Securities Offerings and Sales,Proposed Rule,"The Securities and Exchange Commission (""Commission"") is proposing for public comment amendments to Rule 701 under the Securities Act of 1933 (the ""Securities Act""), which provides an exemption from registration for securities issued by non-reporting issuers pursuant to compensatory arrangements, and Form S-8, the Securities Act registration statement for compensatory offerings by reporting issuers. The amendments are designed to modernize the exemption and registration statement in light of the significant evolution in compensatory offerings since the Commission last substantively amended these regulations, consistent with investor protection.",2020-12-11,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/11/2020-26390/modernization-of-rules-and-forms-for-compensatory-securities-offerings-and-sales,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-11/pdf/2020-26390.pdf,Securities and Exchange Commission,466,"The Securities and Exchange Commission (""Commission"") is proposing for public comment amendments to Rule 701 under the Securities Act of 1933 (the ""Securities Act""), which provides an exemption from registration for securities issued by non-reporting..."
2020-26721,Indian Land Title and Records,Proposed Rule,"The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is proposing a rule to modernize the current regulations governing the Land Title and Records Office (LTRO). The LTRO maintains title documents for land held in trust or restricted status for individual Indians and Tribes (Indian land). This proposed rule would replace outdated provisions and allow for more widespread efficiencies by reflecting current practices, while creating a framework for future LTRO operations.",2020-12-11,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/11/2020-26721/indian-land-title-and-records,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-11/pdf/2020-26721.pdf,Interior Department; Indian Affairs Bureau,"253,234",The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is proposing a rule to modernize the current regulations governing the Land Title and Records Office (LTRO). The LTRO maintains title documents for land held in trust or restricted status for individual Indians and...
2020-26754,Anti-Fraud System,Proposed Rule,"We separately published, in today's Federal Register, notice of a modified system of records entitled Anti-Fraud (AF) System. Because this system will contain some investigatory material compiled for law enforcement purposes, this proposed rule will exempt those records within this system of records from specific provisions of the Privacy Act.",2020-12-11,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/11/2020-26754/anti-fraud-system,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-11/pdf/2020-26754.pdf,Social Security Administration,470,"We separately published, in today's Federal Register, notice of a modified system of records entitled Anti-Fraud (AF) System. Because this system will contain some investigatory material compiled for law enforcement purposes, this proposed rule will..."
2020-26946,"Endangered and Threatened Species: Designation of Nonessential Experimental Population of Central Valley Spring-Run Chinook Salmon in the Upper Yuba River Upstream of Englebright Dam, CA",Proposed Rule,"We, NMFS, propose a rule to designate and authorize the release of a nonessential experimental population (NEP) of Central Valley (CV) spring-run Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the upper Yuba River and its tributaries upstream of Englebright Dam, California and establish take exceptions for the NEP for particular activities. A draft environmental assessment (EA) has been prepared on this proposed action and is available for comment.",2020-12-11,2020,12,https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/12/11/2020-26946/endangered-and-threatened-species-designation-of-nonessential-experimental-population-of-central,https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-12-11/pdf/2020-26946.pdf,Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,"54,361","We, NMFS, propose a rule to designate and authorize the release of a nonessential experimental population (NEP) of Central Valley (CV) spring-run Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the upper Yuba River..."