Biobased Markets Program Proposed Rule

The Department of Agriculture has published a proposed rule for the Biobased Markets Program. This proposal aims to update and expand the program's guidelines for biobased product procurement and labeling. The rule is open for public comment.

Bureau of Prisons Annual Cost of Incarceration Fee Determination

The Bureau of Prisons has published its annual determination of the average cost of incarceration fee (COIF) for fiscal year 2023. This notice provides the updated fee amount, which is used for various intergovernmental reimbursements and cost recovery purposes.

Bureau of Prisons Finalizes Attorney-Client Visit Regulations

The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) has finalized regulations concerning attorney-client visits for inmates. This rule adopts an interim final rule published earlier in 2024 as final without changes, ensuring continued regulations on inmate legal activities.

Bureau of Prisons revises Federal Tort Claims Act regulations

The Bureau of Prisons has issued a final rule making technical changes to its Federal Tort Claims Act regulations. This rule amends 28 CFR part 543 and is effective immediately upon publication.

Inmate Financial Responsibility Program Procedures Update

The Bureau of Prisons has issued a proposed rule to update procedures for the Inmate Financial Responsibility Program. This update aims to revise how inmates manage and repay financial obligations during their incarceration. The public comment period for this proposed rule closes on February 18, 2025.

Annual Determination of Average Cost of Incarceration Fee

The Bureau of Prisons has published its annual determination of the Average Cost of Incarceration Fee (COIF). This notice establishes the fee for the upcoming period, which is used in various legal contexts.

Presidential Commission on Assignment of Women in the Armed Forces - Removal of CFR Chapter

The Presidential Commission on Assignment of Women in the Armed Forces has removed a chapter from Title 32 of the Code of Federal Regulations. This action was published in the Federal Register on May 12, 2000.

Privacy Act System of Records for Postal Inspection Service Peer Support Program

The U.S. Postal Service is establishing a new Privacy Act System of Records to support a Peer Support Program for the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. This program aims to enhance the mental health and resilience of personnel operating in demanding environments.

USPS Priority Mail, Ground Advantage, Parcel Select Agreements Announced

The Postal Service has announced new negotiated service agreements for Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select services. These agreements detail changes to service terms and pricing for specific customers.

USPS Priority Mail Express, Ground Advantage Product Changes

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has issued a notice regarding changes to its Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage services. These changes pertain to negotiated service agreements for these mail products.