Department of Justice Receives Membership Update from OpenGMSL Association Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. Department of Justice has announced an update related to the OpenGMSL Association. This update was published in the Federal Register on October 3, 2025. On September 22, 2025, OpenGMSL Association filed written notifications with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. These notifications are required under Section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. This law helps limit the recovery of antitrust plaintiffs to actual damages in certain situations. The update lists new members that have joined the OpenGMSL Association. The new members are: Alfamation, an InTest Company, Lissone, Italy Analog Devices Inc., Wilmington, MA ASTRODESIGN, Inc., Tokyo, Japan Beijing ESWIN Computing Technology Co., Ltd., Beijing, People’s Republic of China Core Microelectronics, Sariyer, Turkey Granite River Labs, Santa Clara, CA Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Kyoto, Japan Qualcomm Incorporated, San Diego, CA ROHM Co., Ltd., Kyoto, Japan Rsemi Zhiyuan (Hangzhou) Semiconductor Science and Technology Limited Company, Hangzhou City, People’s Republic of China Samsung Electronics, Hwaseong-si, Republic of Korea SmartSens Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., Shanghai, People’s Republic of China TDK Corporation, Tokyo, Japan Valeo Comfort and Driving Assistance, Creteil, France No other changes have been made to the group’s membership or planned activities. The OpenGMSL Association states that membership remains open. The association plans to file more notifications for any future changes in membership. The original notification about this group was filed on June 30, 2025. It was published in the Federal Register on August 13, 2025, under entry 90 FR 38998. This update was formally published by Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director for Civil Enforcement Operations at the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

DEA Proposes to Regulate P2P Methyl Glycidic Acid as a List I Chemical Estimated reading time: 4–8 minutes The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has proposed a new rule. The rule would make P2P methyl glycidic acid, also called 2-methyl-3-phenyloxirane-2-carboxylic acid or BMK glycidic acid, a List I chemical. This chemical and its different forms are used to make illegal drugs such as methamphetamine and amphetamine. Background of the Chemical P2P methyl glycidic acid is an important chemical for making schedule II drugs like phenyl-2-propanone (P2P), methamphetamine, and amphetamine. People in illegal labs use this chemical to make these drugs. The DEA has found that this chemical does not have any legal or industrial use, other than for research or laboratory tests in small amounts. Reports have shown that large amounts of P2P methyl glycidic acid and its salts are being made and shipped internationally, mainly from China and mostly seized in the Netherlands. Over 47 metric tons of the sodium salt and 51 metric tons of the acid have been seized since 2012. Reason for the Rule The United Nations added P2P methyl glycidic acid and its esters to its international drug control list in 2024. This means the United States is required to take action to control this chemical. By creating this rule, the DEA is meeting its obligations under the 1988 United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances. Details of the Proposed Rule All forms of P2P methyl glycidic acid will be regulated, including its: Esters Optical and geometric isomers Salts Salts of its isomers and esters Any chemical mixture containing even a small amount of P2P methyl glycidic acid will be controlled. There will be no set minimum amount (threshold) for regulation. All amounts will be covered by the rules. Registration and Compliance Anyone who handles this chemical—manufacturers, distributors, importers, or exporters—must register with the DEA. Separate registrations are needed for different activities and locations. There is a process for temporary exemption while registration is being processed, as long as an application is submitted within 30 days after the final rule is published. Warehouses that only store the chemical for DEA-registered businesses do not need to register, but they cannot distribute the chemical to others without registration. Recordkeeping and Reporting DEA registrants must keep records and make reports of every transaction involving P2P methyl glycidic acid. These records must be kept for two years. Bulk manufacturers must file annual reports on manufacturing, inventory, and use. Any strange or suspicious transactions, losses, or thefts must be reported to the DEA. Import and Export Controls Importing and exporting P2P methyl glycidic acid will require following DEA rules and regulations. Security and Inspections Registrants must provide security to prevent theft or diversion of the chemical. The DEA can inspect places where the chemical is handled or stored. Impact and Costs The DEA states there is little to no legal use for P2P methyl glycidic acid in the United States. Any possible costs will be only for registration fees, mainly for businesses who choose to keep handling the chemical. Nine businesses have been found to offer the chemical, but actual sales likely are small. Costs to these businesses are expected to be minimal. Public Comments The DEA is asking for public comments. Comments must be submitted by November 3, 2025. Comments can be made online at https://www.regulations.gov by looking up Docket No. DEA-1395. Legal References If the rule becomes final, handling P2P methyl glycidic acid without DEA approval will be illegal. Civil, criminal, and administrative penalties can apply. How to Learn More For more information or questions, people can contact Terrence L. Boos at the DEA’s Drug and Chemical Evaluation Section by phone at (571) 362-3249. The full proposed rule is available at http://www.regulations.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Federal Bureau of Investigation Seeks Comments on ViCAP National Crime Database Information Collection Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes The Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG), is submitting an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This request is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Comments are being accepted for 30 days, until October 27, 2025. If you have comments about the time it will take to respond, how the collection is done, or suggestions to improve it, you can contact Nathan Graham, Program Manager at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The phone number is (703) 632-4309. The proposed collection was previously published for a 60-day comment period on September 17, 2025. The FBI welcomes written comments and suggestions on: If the collection of information is necessary. The accuracy of the estimated burden to the public. How to improve the quality and clarity of the information. Ways to reduce the burden, including electronic methods. Written comments and recommendations should be submitted within 30 days of the notice. They must be submitted at www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Use “Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments” or search “OMB Control Number 1110-0011” to find the request. The DOJ seeks approval for this information collection for three years. OMB cannot authorize for more than three years without another review. Details about the Collection ViCAP is a unit of the FBI that analyzes serial violent and sexual crimes. The ViCAP National Crime Database is the largest collection of major violent crime case data in the United States. It gathers data about the following: Homicides (and attempts) believed to be part of a series, random, or sexually oriented. Sexual assaults suspected to be part of a series or committed by a stranger. Missing persons cases that suggest foul play and the person is still missing. Unidentified human remains where the death is known or suspected to be homicide. Overview of the Information Collection This is a revision of a previously approved collection. The collection is named “ViCAP National Crime Database.” There is no specific agency form number. The respondents are state, local, and tribal governments. Participation is voluntary. There are an estimated 5,700 respondents. The estimated time per respondent is 20 minutes. Users decide how often to respond, but for calculation, it is counted as once per year. The total estimated annual time burden is 1,900 hours. There are no other annual costs. For more information, contact Darwin Arceo at the Department of Justice, at 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC 20530. This information was published in the Federal Register on September 26, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

FBI Releases Notice on Revised Friction Ridge Card Data Collection Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a proposed change to its approved collection of friction ridge card data. This change was shared in the Federal Register on September 17, 2025. The public can comment on it for 60 days until November 17, 2025. The FBI collects and keeps fingerprint and palm print records using special forms. These records help law enforcement and government agencies identify people and keep records about criminal events. Details of the Collection The collection includes several forms: FD-249: Arrest and Institution FD-258: Applicant FD-1164: Identity History Summary Request FD-884: FBI Standard Palm Print FD-884a: Supplemental Finger and Palm Print FD-1212: Voluntary Appeal File Fingerprint FD-1211: Firearm-Related Challenge Fingerprint FD-1222: Restoration of Federal Firearm Rights These forms are for law enforcement groups and civil groups that need security checks or background checks. The record data is kept in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System (NGI). Purpose of the Collection The FBI collects this information under Title 28, United States Code, Section 534. This law lets the FBI gather, keep, and share identification records, including for criminal and other investigations. The forms make sure the FBI can help other agencies across the country. Statistics and Burden The expected number of respondents each year is 459,238. Each response is estimated to take 10 minutes. The total yearly burden is about 12.4 million hours. The total annual cost for this collection is $0. Feedback and Questions People can send comments about: If collecting this information is needed. If the estimated time and process are correct. Ways to make the collection better or clearer. How to make it easier for people to submit information, including electronic ways. For more information or to give feedback, contact Brian A. Cain at the FBI’s Criminal History Information and Policy Unit in Clarksburg, West Virginia. You can call 304-625-5590 or email the office. For other details, contact Darwin Arceo at the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. This notice was shared by Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer for the Paperwork Reduction Act, U.S. Department of Justice, on September 15, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Justice Department Seeks Comments on New Financial Assistance Survey for Victims Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes What Is the Survey About? The survey is called the Optional Flexible Financial Assistance Survey. It is part of the Financial Assistance Grants for Victims of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking Program (FAV Program). This program began in 2024. It helps victims by giving them quick and flexible financial help. The financial help is for things victims need to stay safe and stable. Sometimes, traditional services do not cover these things. This new survey will help the program learn if the help works well. How Will the Survey Be Used? The survey is short and optional. It will be given to people who get flexible financial help from FAV Program grantees. The survey will be sent online. Grantees will collect the answers and report them to OVW twice a year. The results will show Congress and others how the program is working. What Does the Survey Ask? The survey will ask survivors questions like: How and when they got financial help, How the help affected their safety and their families. The survey will not ask for a lot of information, just what is needed to see if the program is working. Who Will Take the Survey? About 2,600 people will take the survey each year. OVW expects 13 grantees to give financial help. Each grantee will ask about 200 people to take the survey per year. How Long Will the Survey Take? Each survey will take about 10 minutes. Altogether, this means about 433 hours are needed for everyone to finish the survey each year. How Can You Comment? The DOJ wants comments from the public. Comments should be about: If the survey is needed, If the estimate of how long it takes is correct, Ways to improve the survey, How to reduce the work for people taking the survey. Comments will be accepted until November 17, 2025. Contact Details If you want a copy of the survey or have questions, contact Tiffany Watson at the Office on Violence Against Women by phone at 202-514-5430 or by email. For more information, you can also contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, at the U.S. Department of Justice, Justice Management Division. Key Facts Table Activity Estimated Respondents Responses per Person Total Responses Time per Response (min) Total Hours Flexible Financial Assistance Survey 2,600 1 2,600 10 433 The Department of Justice is taking this step to help victims get better support and protection. The public’s ideas and comments will help make the program better. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Justice Department Seeks Comments on Voluntary Appeal File Application Update Estimated reading time: 5 minutes The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is asking for public comments on changes to the Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) Application Form. This is a notice from the Criminal Justice Information Services Division. People have 60 days to send comments, ending November 17, 2025. The FBI wants to hear more about: Whether the new information the form collects is useful. If the time it takes to fill out the form makes sense. Ways to make the form clearer. How to make the form easier to use, including online options. About the Voluntary Appeal File (VAF): If a person is delayed or told “no” when trying to buy a firearm, but they appeal and win, the FBI cannot keep a record of that decision or supporting documents. If the person tries to buy a firearm again, there can be more delays or denials. The person may need to submit documents again for each appeal. The VAF was created to help with this problem. People can ask the FBI to keep their information in the VAF. This can stop delays or wrong denials in the future. If accepted, the person gets a Unique Personal Identification Number (UPIN). They give their UPIN when buying a firearm, using the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The VAF UPIN may help in other situations too, like for National Firearms Act gun checks or upcoming “firearm handler background checks.” People who have never been in a NICS check can also apply to the VAF to avoid problems later. Details of the Information Collection: Type of Collection: Revision of an approved collection. Form Title: Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) Application Form. Form Number: 1110-0043. Who Responds: Individuals. Response is voluntary. Time to Complete: About 30 minutes per person, not including travel for fingerprints or postage. Number of Respondents: About 11,073 people may apply each year. Total Time Spent Each Year: 5,536.5 hours total, based on all applicants. Some applications are resolved quickly. If fingerprints show the person is not restricted, it may take one day. If the person matches a possible restriction, the FBI might take up to 60 days, as they may need help from other agencies. Because of this, it is hard to estimate how long it will take to process all applications every year. For more information or to comment, contact Jill Montgomery at the FBI NICS Section, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, Clarksburg, WV 26306, or call 304-709-1476. Official contact at the Department of Justice: Darwin Arceo, Justice Management Division, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. This notice was dated September 15, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Seeks Comments on ViCAP National Crime Database Collection Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is asking for public comments on a revised information collection for the ViCAP National Crime Database. This request follows the rules set by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG) of the FBI will submit this information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The public comment period is open for 60 days until November 17, 2025. Anyone with questions, suggestions, or requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and instructions can contact Nathan Graham, Program Manager at the FBI’s Critical Incident Response Group. He can be reached at the FBI Academy, Quantico, VA 22135, by phone at (703) 632-4309. The Department encourages people to provide feedback on these points: Is the information collection needed for the FBI’s work, and does it have practical use? Is the FBI’s estimate of the public’s time and the number of responses correct? Can the quality, usefulness, or clarity of the information be improved? How can the burden on people who respond be reduced, for example, by using electronic or other technology? Details about the ViCAP National Crime Database: ViCAP is a unit within the FBI that studies serial violent and sexual crimes. The ViCAP National Crime Database is the largest U.S. collection of major violent crime case information. It collects and analyzes information about: Homicides (and attempted homicides) that are part of a series, appear random, or are sexually oriented Sexual assaults that are part of a series, or are committed by a stranger Missing persons, if foul play is likely and the victim is still missing Unidentified human remains when the cause of death may be homicide Overview of the Collection: Type of Information Collection: It is a revision of a collection already approved. Title of the Form/Collection: ViCAP National Crime Database. Agency Form Number: None. Affected Public: State, local, and tribal governments. Response is voluntary. Number of Respondents and Time: There are about 5,700 respondents each year. Each response takes about 20 minutes. Annual Burden: Total annual burden is about 1,900 hours (5,700 responses x 20 minutes each). Annual Cost Burden: There is no cost. Summary Table Activity Number of Respondents Frequency Total Annual Responses Time per Response (min) Total Annual Burden (hours) ViCAP National Crime Database 5,700 1 5,700 20 1,900 If more information is needed, readers can contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer at the United States Department of Justice, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. This notice was signed by Darwin Arceo on September 15, 2025, as the Department Clearance Officer for the Paperwork Reduction Act at the U.S. Department of Justice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

NIC Advisory Board Charter Renewed Through 2027 Estimated reading time: 1–2 minutes The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) has renewed the charter for the NIC Advisory Board. The renewal is for two years, and it lasts through September 12, 2027. The NIC Advisory Board is a federal advisory committee. It was created by law under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, found at 5 U.S.C. 1001-1014 and 41 CFR 102-3.50(a). This law guides how advisory committees work in the government. The Advisory Board gives advice to the NIC on long-range plans and program development. It also recommends guidance to help NIC’s efforts. The Board also gives advice to the Attorney General about picking the Director of the NIC. The NIC helps corrections agencies at the federal, state, and local levels. It provides training, technical help, information, and development of policies and programs. It gives award funds to help start or run important correctional programs. The NIC tries to lead and guide how corrections work is done in the United States. Anyone can get a full copy of the NIC Advisory Board Charter. It can be downloaded as a PDF from the NIC website at https://nicic.gov. People can also ask for a paper copy by sending a mail request to the National Institute of Corrections, 320 1st Street NW, Washington, DC 20534. People who want to know more can contact Leslie LeMaster, who is the Designated Federal Officer. The phone number is (202) 305-5773, and the email is available on the NIC website. This notice is official and meets the rules of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92-463, as amended. The renewal was announced by Leslie LeMaster, Designated Federal Officer, National Institute of Corrections. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Justice Department Announces Third Meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the third meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission. This meeting will take place on September 29, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will be held at the World Stage Theater, Museum of the Bible, at 400 4th St. SW, Washington, DC 20024. The meeting is open to the public. There will be a live broadcast available at justice.gov/live. To attend in person, members of the public must register online at the Religious Liberty Commission website: https://www.justice.gov/religious-liberty-commission. In-person attendance is limited due to space. Everyone attending will be required to show identification and pass through security. Media representatives must register through the Office of Public Affairs by September 26, 2025, at 5 p.m. They will need to bring government-issued photo ID and valid media credentials. Security checks for the media will be required. The contact person for the Religious Liberty Commission is Mary Margaret Bush. She serves as the Designated Federal Officer. For more information or for accommodations to attend the meeting, Mrs. Bush can be reached at 202-297-3196 or by email. The Religious Liberty Commission was set up by the President through Executive Order 14291. The Commission is a federal advisory committee. It includes a chair, a vice chair, 11 members chosen by the President, and three ex-officio members. These members come from the private sector, employers, schools, religious groups, and States. The Commission advises the Domestic Policy Council and the White House Faith Office about religious liberty policies. The group is creating a whole report for the President. Topics in the report will be: foundations of religious liberty in America, how religious liberty affects society, current threats, ways to protect religious liberty for the future, and programs to raise awareness and celebrate America’s religious diversity. The September 29 meeting will focus on religious liberty in education. The agenda includes discussions of issues for teachers and coaches, school funding, educational choice, and the independence of faith-based schools. Panels at the meeting will hear from teachers, coaches, school leaders, families, and experts. The hearing aims to cover the history of religious liberty in schools, threats today, and ways to protect these rights going forward. The public can send written comments by email or mail. Comments must be received by September 22, 2025. Email messages can be sent to the Commission’s official address. Mailed comments should go to the U.S. Department of Justice, Religious Liberty Commission, 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Room 5263, Washington, DC 20530. This meeting is announced under the Federal Advisory Committee Act. Dated: August 19, 2025. Mary Margaret Bush, Designated Federal Officer, Religious Liberty Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

United States Files Consent Decree in Clean Water Act Case Against Tyson L. Friskney Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On August 19, 2025, a proposed Consent Decree was lodged in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. This action was brought by the United States against Tyson L. Friskney. The case is titled United States v. Tyson L. Friskney, 3:23-cv-00439-JRK. The complaint was filed under Section 309(b) of the Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C. 1319(b). The United States alleges that Tyson L. Friskney violated the Clean Water Act. The violation involved discharging pollutants into waters of the United States without obtaining a permit. To resolve these claims, the proposed Consent Decree requires Tyson L. Friskney to take certain actions. The defendant must complete injunctive relief. This relief is in the form of compensatory mitigation. Specifically, Tyson L. Friskney must purchase stream mitigation credits. The Department of Justice will accept written comments about the proposed Consent Decree. The comment period lasts for thirty days from August 22, 2025. Comments should be sent to Miranda Jensen at: P.O. Box 7611 Washington, DC 20044-7611 Email: [protected address] Include reference to United States v. Tyson L. Friskney, 90-5-1-1-21944. The proposed Consent Decree can be examined at the Clerk’s Office. The address is: United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio 1716 Spielbusch Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43604 It is also available online at: https://www.justice.gov/enrd/consent-decrees Charles Scott Spear, Acting Assistant Section Chief of the Environmental Defense Section in the Environment and Natural Resources Division, submitted this notice. The official Federal Register document number is 2025-16097. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Seeks Comments on Federal Coal Lease Form Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Details of the Collection The proposed information collection is related to the use of two forms: ATR-139 and ATR-140. These forms are known as the Federal Coal Lease Form. Businesses or other for-profit groups are the main respondents. The forms help the Department of Justice evaluate the competitive impact of giving out, transferring, or exchanging federal coal leases. The forms gather information from coal companies about their current coal reserves. The Department reviews this data to check if any lease issuance, transfer, or exchange is consistent with the antitrust laws. Estimated Burden The Department estimates that 10 respondents will fill out each form. Each form is expected to take about two hours to complete. The total estimated burden for all respondents together is 20 hours per year. Comment Process The DOJ encourages people and businesses to send in comments. Comments will be accepted for 30 days, until September 22, 2025. Commenters are invited to address: If the collection of information is necessary. If the estimated response burden is correct. How the quality or clarity of the information can be improved. How to reduce time or effort needed to respond, including possible use of electronic submissions. Contact Information For more details, copies of the forms, or questions, contact Sarah Oldfield, Deputy Chief Legal Advisor, Antitrust Division, DOJ, at 950 Pennsylvania Street NW, Room 3304, Washington, DC 20530. The phone number is 202-305-8915. If more information is required, contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, Justice Management Division, DOJ, at 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC 20530. Notice This collection is being continued without change. The public is encouraged to submit suggestions or comments to help improve the process. The notice was signed by Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer at DOJ, on August 20, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Cambrex High Point, Inc. Applies to Import Controlled Substance for Research Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes Cambrex High Point, Inc. has filed an application to be registered as an importer of a controlled substance. The application was officially submitted on July 16, 2025. The company’s address is 4180 Mendenhall Oaks Parkway, High Point, North Carolina, 27265-8017. Cambrex High Point, Inc. wants to import poppy straw concentrate, which is listed as a Schedule II drug. The specific drug code for poppy straw concentrate is 9670. This substance will only be used for research and development purposes. The registration does not allow any other activity for this drug code. No approval is given to import Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved or non-approved finished dosage forms this registration. These cannot be imported for commercial sale. The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is handling this application. Bulk manufacturers and other applicants can send electronic comments or objections on this registration. They may also ask for a hearing. The last day to submit comments or hearing requests is September 22, 2025. All comments must be sent in electronically through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. A Comment Tracking Number will be given after submitting a comment. Requests for a hearing must also go to the Drug Enforcement Administration at 8701 Morrissette Drive, Springfield, Virginia 22152. These requests should go to the Hearing Clerk/OALJ, the DEA Federal Register Representative/DPW, and the Administrator at the same address. Approval of permit applications will happen only if the business activity matches what is allowed under United States law 21 U.S.C. 952(a)(2). The notice was issued by Justin Wood, Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator at the DEA. This information was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 160, on August 21, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Cambrex High Point, Inc. Seeks DEA Registration to Manufacture Controlled Substances Estimated reading time: 1–2 minutes Cambrex High Point, Inc. has applied to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for registration as a bulk manufacturer of controlled substances. This notice comes from the Federal Register, Volume 90, Issue 160, dated August 21, 2025. The company is located at 4180 Mendenhall Oaks Parkway, High Point, North Carolina 27265-8017. They submitted their application on July 18, 2025. Cambrex High Point, Inc. is seeking permission to manufacture two basic classes of controlled substances: Oxymorphone (Drug code 9652, Schedule II) Noroxymorphone (Drug code 9668, Schedule II) The purpose of this registration is to allow Cambrex High Point, Inc. to produce these substances in bulk. The company plans to use them as internal intermediates and for distribution to its customers. No other activities are authorized under this registration for these drug codes. Registered bulk manufacturers of the affected substances, or other applicants, can submit electronic comments or objections about the proposed registration. The deadline to submit comments or request a hearing is October 20, 2025. Comments must be sent through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. The portal allows users to type comments or attach longer files. Each submission will get a Comment Tracking Number. Comments are not immediately visible online after submission. For more details, follow instructions available on the regulations.gov website. The notice was issued by Justin Wood, Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator of the DEA. [FR Doc. 2025-16003 Filed 8-20-25; 8:45 am] Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Catalent CTS, LLC Applies to Import Controlled Substances Estimated reading time: 3–6 minutes Catalent CTS, LLC has applied to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to become registered as an importer of certain controlled substances. The notice was published in the Federal Register on August 21, 2025. Catalent CTS, LLC is located at 10245 Hickman Mills Drive, Kansas City, Missouri 64137-1418. The company sent its application to the DEA on July 17, 2025. The application covers the following controlled substances: Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid (Drug code 2010), Schedule I Marihuana Extract (Drug code 7350), Schedule I Marihuana (Drug code 7360), Schedule I Tetrahydrocannabinols (Drug code 7370), Schedule I Catalent CTS, LLC plans to import these substances either in bulk or as dosage unit products. The imports are intended for clinical trials and distribution. For Tetrahydrocannabinols, Catalent CTS, LLC plans to import only a synthetic type. The company’s registration does not allow any other activities for these drug codes. According to the DEA notice, permit approval will only be considered when the activity fits the requirements under 21 U.S.C. 952(a)(2). The registration does not allow import of finished dosage forms for commercial sale, either FDA-approved or not. Anyone who manufactures these substances or has applied to manufacture them can send comments or objections to the DEA by September 22, 2025. Electronic comments must be sent through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. Written hearing requests must be sent to the DEA at 8701 Morrissette Drive, Springfield, Virginia 22152. All requests for hearings should also go to the attention of the DEA Administrator at the same address. The notice was signed by Justin Wood, Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator. The notice reference number is 2025-16004. For more information, visit the Federal Register or the official DEA website. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Cambrex Charles City Applies to Import Controlled Substances Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes Cambrex Charles City, located at 1205 11th Street, Charles City, Iowa, has applied to become an importer of controlled substances. The application was submitted on June 23, 2025. The company seeks permission to import several basic classes of controlled substances. These substances and their details are: Psilocybin (Drug code: 7437, Schedule I) 4-Anilino-N-phenethyl-4-piperidine (ANPP) (Drug code: 8333, Schedule II) Phenylacetone (Drug code: 8501, Schedule II) Coca Leaves (Drug code: 9040, Schedule II) Opium Raw (Drug code: 9600, Schedule II) Poppy Straw Concentrate (Drug code: 9670, Schedule II) Cambrex Charles City plans to import psilocybin for formulation development and to support clinical trials for customers. The other substances will be imported to help make other controlled substances. These controlled substances will then be sent to customers. No other uses for these drug codes are allowed under this registration. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will only approve permits if the company’s business matches what is allowed under 21 U.S.C. 952(a)(2). The registration does not allow importing finished dosage forms, whether approved or not by the Food and Drug Administration, for commercial sale. Registered bulk manufacturers and applicants can submit comments or objections to the DEA about this proposed registration. Comments must be sent electronically through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. The deadline for submitting comments or requesting a hearing is September 22, 2025. Requests for hearings must be sent to the Drug Enforcement Administration at the following addresses: Hearing Clerk/OALJ, 8701 Morrissette Drive, Springfield, Virginia 22152. DEA Federal Register Representative/DPW, 8701 Morrissette Drive, Springfield, Virginia 22152. Requests should also be sent to the DEA Administrator at the same address. This notice was made by Justin Wood, Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator, and appeared in the Federal Register on August 21, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Vici Health Sciences Applies to Import Controlled Substances Estimated reading time: 3 minutes On August 21, 2025, the United States Department of Justice released a notice about a new application from Vici Health Sciences, LLC. The notice was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 160. Vici Health Sciences, LLC has asked to become an importer of certain controlled substances. The company is located at 6655 Amberton Drive, Suite O, Elkridge, Maryland 21075-6202. The requested substance is fentanyl-related compounds. This drug is listed under code 9850 and is a Schedule I controlled substance, as defined in 21 CFR 1308.11(h). The company plans to import this substance as part of a manufacturing process. The purpose is to support research and clinical trial efforts. No other uses of this drug are allowed under this registration. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has stated that only certain business activities are allowed. These must match the rules in 21 U.S.C. 952(a)(2). The permit does not allow the import of finished drug products for sale, whether approved or not approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Registered bulk manufacturers and other applicants of the listed class can send electronic comments or objections about this application. The deadline for comments or to request a hearing is September 22, 2025. Comments must be submitted through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. Requests for a hearing must be sent to the Drug Enforcement Administration at 8701 Morrissette Drive, Springfield, VA 22152. Requests should be sent to the Hearing Clerk/OALJ, DEA Federal Register Representative/DPW, and the DEA Administrator at the same address. The notice was signed by Justin Wood, Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Continuus Pharmaceuticals Applies to Make Fentanyl for Research Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Continuus Pharmaceuticals has applied to become a registered bulk manufacturer of a controlled drug. The notice was published in the Federal Register on August 21, 2025. The application is for the drug fentanyl. Fentanyl is listed as a Schedule II controlled substance. This means it is tightly regulated. The company is located at 256 West Cummings Park, Woburn, Massachusetts 01801. Continuus Pharmaceuticals plans to make fentanyl in bulk. The drug made is only for research and development. The company is not allowed to do anything else with this drug under this application. The Drug Enforcement Administration, known as the DEA, is handling this application. The public can send comments or objections about the application. People can also ask for a hearing. The deadline to comment or request a hearing is October 20, 2025. All comments must be sent online through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov. When you send a comment, you will get a tracking number. Comments may not show up for public view right away. This notice was signed by Justin Wood, Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator of the DEA. The notice was filed with the Federal Register on August 20, 2025. No other activities with fentanyl are allowed under this registration. The only use is for research and development by Continuus Pharmaceuticals. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Seeks Feedback on Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Claim Process Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes The Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced that it will be extending its information collection process for claims filed under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. This process is necessary for individuals or households who want compensation because of radiation exposure. The DOJ is asking for public comments about this information collection. The comments will be accepted for 60 days, ending on October 20, 2025. Anyone who wants more information or who would like to make suggestions about the process can contact Jason C. Bougere at the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, DC. People providing feedback should focus on four main points: Whether collecting this information is necessary for the Bureau of Justice Statistics to do its job. How accurate the agency’s estimate is about the amount of time and burden this collection will take. How the quality, usefulness, and clarity of the information collected can be better. How the burden for people filling out the form can be reduced, maybe using better online systems or technology. This collection is a revision of a previously approved process. It affects individuals or households who need to file claims for compensation. The process is voluntary, but it is required to get the benefit. The DOJ estimates that about 70,000 people will respond. Each person will need about 2.5 hours to complete the form. The forms only need to be filled out once. The total expected time needed by everyone together for the year is 175,000 hours. There are no expected other costs for those responding. For more details or if more information is needed, contact Darwin Arceo at the Department of Justice, Justice Management Division, in Washington, DC. The notice was signed by Darwin Arceo on August 11, 2025. The official notice number for this collection is OMB #1105-0052, and the DOJ Civil Division oversees the process. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Notice of Changes in Z-Wave Alliance, Inc. Membership Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Department of Justice Antitrust Division has published a notice about the Z-Wave Alliance, Inc. This was released in the Federal Register on August 13, 2025. On June 18, 2025, Z-Wave Alliance, Inc. sent written notifications. These were sent to the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. The notifications were sent as required by the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. The notice is for changes in the members of the Z-Wave Alliance. These changes help limit antitrust plaintiffs to actual damages under certain rules. The new companies joining as members are: Copeland Comfort Control LP, St. Louis, AL Saya Life Inc, Los Angeles, CA Hubbell Incorporated, Shelton, CT Shenzhen iSurpass Technology Co., Ltd., Shenzhen, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA HELTUN Inc., Yerevan, REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA RYSE Inc., Toronto, CANADA FireAvert, LLC, Springville, UT The companies leaving as members are: Canny Electrics, Melbourne, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA Nexa Trading AB, Askim, KINGDOM OF SWEDEN Shenzhen Longzhiyuan Technology Co., Ltd., Shenzhen, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA There have been no other changes to the membership or plans of the Z-Wave Alliance. Membership remains open. Z-Wave Alliance plans to file more notifications when membership changes again. The Z-Wave Alliance first registered with the Department of Justice on November 19, 2020. This was also shown in a Federal Register notice on December 1, 2020 (85 FR 77241). The last change was filed on March 14, 2025. That change was published in the Federal Register on April 21, 2025 (90 FR 16701). Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations at the Antitrust Division, signed the notice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

OpenGMSL Association Files Antitrust Notification Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes On June 30, 2025, the OpenGMSL Association filed a notice with the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. This was done under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. The Act allows certain groups to work together on research and production. When they file these notices, their risk for some antitrust damages is limited. The OpenGMSL Association is a group of companies working together. The listed members are: Aptiv, Warren, OH Coilcraft, Cary, IL indie, Aliso Viejo, CA Denso Corporation, Aichi, JAPAN Ethernovia, Inc., San Jose, CA GlobalFoundries U.S. Inc., Malta, NY Keysight Technologies, Santa Rosa, CA Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, Munich, GERMANY Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co.KG, Fridolfing, GERMANY TZ Electronic Systems GmbH, Niefern-Oeschelbronn, GERMANY Analog Devices Inc., Wilmington, MA Granite River Labs, Santa Clara, CA Qualcomm Incorporated, San Diego, CA Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation, Atsugi, JAPAN The OpenGMSL Association has several goals. First, it plans to make the GMSL (Gigabit Multimedia Serial Link) technology a worldwide standard. This technology helps send video and data using SerDes transmission. Second, it will keep GMSL and its versions—GMSL2 and GMSL3—compatible for easier use. Third, it wants to keep making GMSL better to support video and data link markets around the world. Fourth, it may use these technologies in other industries if allowed by its Board of Directors. Fifth, it will do other actions that help with these goals. Membership in the OpenGMSL Association is still open. The Association will report changes in members as needed. This notice was provided by Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations, Antitrust Division. The record was published in the Federal Register on August 13, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. Changes Membership Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On July 3, 2025, Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. (CableLabs) filed a notification with the United States Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. This was done under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. CableLabs announced that CableVideo Digital S.A., from Buenos Aires, Argentina, has been terminated as a member of its organization. CableLabs gave this notice to extend special legal protections under the Act. These protections can limit the amount of money antitrust plaintiffs may recover to just actual damages under certain situations. There were no other changes to CableLabs’ membership. There were also no new plans or activities announced for the group. Membership in CableLabs is still open. CableLabs will continue to tell the government about any changes to its membership. CableLabs filed its first notice on August 8, 1988. A notice was published in the Federal Register on September 7, 1988 (53 FR 34593). The last notification before this one was filed on March 20, 2025. That notice was published on April 21, 2025 (90 FR 16705). This notice is signed by Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations in the Antitrust Division. The federal register number for this notice is 2025-15372. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Updates on PXI Systems Alliance Membership Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes On July 8, 2025, PXI Systems Alliance, Inc. filed notifications with the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. This was under section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. The filing shows there have been changes in the group’s membership. Sigma Advanced Systems Private Limited, based in Telangana, Republic of India, has been added as a new member. Three companies have left the group. They are Stelight Instrument Co., Ltd., from Jiangsu, People’s Republic of China; Power Value Technologies Co., Ltd., from Shanghai, People’s Republic of China; and JX Instrumentation, also from Shanghai, People’s Republic of China. There have been no other changes in either the membership or the planned work of the group research project. Membership in this research group remains open. PXI Systems Alliance plans to file more notifications when membership changes. The original notification for PXI Systems Alliance was filed on November 22, 2000. The Department of Justice published it in the Federal Register on March 8, 2001 (66 FR 13971). The most recent notification before this was filed on April 15, 2025. That was published in the Federal Register on June 11, 2025 (90 FR 24669). Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations from the Antitrust Division, confirmed the notice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Notice Issued for Training & Readiness Accelerator II by Department of Justice Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On August 13, 2025, the Department of Justice Antitrust Division posted a notice about the Training & Readiness Accelerator II (TReX II) group. This was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 154. This notice was filed under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, which is also called the Act. TReX II filed written notifications with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission showing changes in its membership. These notifications are meant to limit antitrust plaintiffs’ recovery to actual damages only, under certain conditions. New Members Added The document lists new members added to the TReX II group. Some of them are: Infiltron Software Suite LLC, Warner Robins, GA Space Information Laboratories LLC, Santa Maria, CA Duality Robotics, Inc., San Mateo, CA Recon RF, Inc., San Diego, CA Exponent, Inc., Menlo Park, CA Oceanit Laboratories, Inc., Honolulu, HI Bluedrop USA, Inc., Orlando, FL Data Squared USA, Inc., Wilmington, DE Other new members include companies from several states such as California, Florida, Maryland, Alabama, Missouri, New York, Michigan, and more. Parties Withdrawn Several companies have withdrawn from TReX II. Some of these are: Integrated Consultants, Inc., San Diego, CA JackTech LLC, Washington, DC JIRACOR LLC, Orlando, FL Open Source Systems LLC, Suwanee, GA Terida LLC, Pinehurst, NC Symbiosis.io LLC, Smyrna, GA Other withdrawn members are from locations like Virginia, Georgia, Ohio, Massachusetts, California, Texas, and more. No Further Changes There are no other changes to either the membership or the planned activities of the research group. The group’s membership remains open. TReX II plans to continue filing notifications about any membership changes. Past Notifications TReX II filed its first notification about its group on February 17, 2023. The Department of Justice posted a related notice on June 13, 2023. The most recent notification before this one was filed on February 7, 2025, and appeared in the Federal Register on March 7, 2025. Summary This official notice documents the latest changes in the Training & Readiness Accelerator II group’s membership. It also confirms the procedures used for antitrust law protections under the Act. Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations at the Antitrust Division, issued this notice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

IEEE Updates Standards Activities Under Federal Antitrust Law Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On June 24, 2025, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE) filed written notifications with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. This filing was made under section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. The purpose of this notice is to extend the Act’s provisions. These provisions limit the recovery of antitrust plaintiffs to actual damages under some circumstances. According to the notification, 57 new standards have been started. In addition, 20 existing standards are being revised. More information about these new and revised standards can be found at: https://standards.ieee.org/about/sasb/sba/28may2025/ and https://standards.ieee.org/about/sasb/sba/19jun2025/. There are also new or renewed pre-standards activities related to IEEE Industry Connections Activities. Details are at: https://standards.ieee.org/about/bog/cag/approvals/june202/. IEEE first filed a notification under the Act on September 17, 2004. The Department of Justice published a notice about that on November 3, 2004 (69 FR 64105). The last notification before this one was filed with the Department on April 10, 2025. A notice about that was published in the Federal Register on April 23, 2025 (90 FR 17079). Suzanne Morris is the Deputy Director Civil Enforcement Operations, Antitrust Division. [FR Doc. 2025-15381 Filed 8-12-25; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Releases Notice on ROS-Industrial Consortium Americas Membership Changes Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Department of Justice has issued a notice about the Research Group on ROS-Industrial Consortium Americas. This notice appears in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 154, dated Wednesday, August 13, 2025. The notification comes under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. On June 18, 2025, the Southwest Research Institute–Cooperative Research Group on ROS-Industrial Consortium-Americas (called “RIC-Americas”) sent updates about its membership to the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. Two new organizations were added to the group. These are Edison Welding Institute in Columbus, Ohio, and Zachry Corporation in San Antonio, Texas. At the same time, Tormach, Inc., from Madison, Wisconsin, has withdrawn as a party to this research group. No other changes have been made in the group’s membership or activities. The group’s membership is still open. RIC-Americas will continue to file written updates about any new membership changes. RIC-Americas first filed for coverage under this Act on April 30, 2014. The Department of Justice published a notice in the Federal Register on June 9, 2014, about this filing. The last update was sent to the Department on August 29, 2023. A notice for that update appeared in the Federal Register on November 20, 2023. This current notice is signed by Suzanne Morris, Deputy Director of Civil Enforcement Operations at the Antitrust Division. For more details, see Federal Register document number 2025-15382. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Chemtos, LLC Applies to Make Bulk Controlled Substances Estimated reading time: 7–10 minutes The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has posted a notice about Chemtos, LLC. The company has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer. This means they want to make large amounts of certain controlled substances. Application Information Chemtos, LLC sent their application on July 4, 2025. Their address is 16713 Picadilly Court, Round Rock, Texas, 78664-8544. Comments and Objections Anyone who is already a registered bulk manufacturer can comment on or object to this application. The deadline for comments or requests for a hearing is October 7, 2025. Comments must be sent online through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at www.regulations.gov. People can type their comments or upload longer files. Submitters will get a Comment Tracking Number after sending in their comments. Controlled Substances Listed Chemtos, LLC has applied to make a large number of controlled substances. These include drugs in both Schedule I and Schedule II. Schedule I drugs have a high chance for abuse and have no accepted medical use in the United States. Schedule II drugs also have a high chance for abuse but are used for some medical treatments. Schedule I Controlled Substances Amineptine Cathinone Methcathinone Mephedrone N-Ethylamphetamine Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB) Methaqualone Etizolam Fentanyl-related compounds as defined in 21 CFR 1308.11(h) Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) Marihuana (synthetic) Tetrahydrocannabinols (synthetic) Psilocybin Heroin Methyldesorphine Methyldihydromorphine Bufotenine A wide range of synthetic cannabinoids (like JWH-018, UR-144, AB-FUBINACA) Many fentanyl analogs and other synthetic opioids Schedule II Controlled Substances Amphetamine Methamphetamine Lisdexamfetamine Phenmetrazine Methylphenidate Amobarbital Pentobarbital Secobarbital Nabilone Phencyclidine (PCP) Cocaine Codeine Hydrocodone Oxycodone Methadone Morphine Fentanyl Sufentanil Carfentanil Tapentadol The full list includes many more substances and covers several pages. How These Substances Will be Used Chemtos, LLC plans to manufacture and distribute these controlled substances as reference standards. Reference standards are used by labs and agencies for various tests. For the drug codes 7360 (Marihuana) and 7370 (Tetrahydrocannabinols), the company will only make them as synthetic substances. No other activities with these drugs are allowed under this registration. Contact Details and Notices The notice was signed by Justin Wood, Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator for the DEA. The official document (FR Doc. 2025-15115) was filed on August 7, 2025. The notice appears in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 151, dated August 8, 2025, on pages 38502 to 38507. Businesses or people who want to make comments or objections have until October 7, 2025. All comments must be sent using the online portal given by the DEA. This is a public notice. It is provided so people and companies know about Chemtos, LLC’s application and can respond if needed. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Announces Religious Liberty Commission’s Second Public Meeting Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) will hold the second meeting of the Religious Liberty Commission on September 8, 2025. This meeting will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the World Stage Theater, Museum of the Bible, 400 4th St. SW, Washington, DC 20024. The meeting is open to the public. Those who wish to attend in person must register ahead of time on the Religious Liberty Commission’s website at https://www.justice.gov/religious-liberty-commission. Only the first 300 people who register will be allowed to attend in person. Attendees must show identification and go through a security screening before entering. The meeting will also be recorded and available to watch live at justice.gov/live. Media guests are required to register with the Office of Public Affairs before September 5, 2025, at 5 p.m. Media must also present a government-issued photo ID and valid media credentials, and go through security. For more information about the meeting or to request a reasonable accommodation to attend, contact Mary Margaret Bush, the Designated Federal Officer for the Religious Liberty Commission, at 202-297-3196 or by email. The Religious Liberty Commission was created by the President through Executive Order 14291. The Commission has a chair, a vice chair, 11 members appointed by the President from private and public sectors, plus three ex-officio members. The Commission’s goal is to advise the Domestic Policy Council and the White House Faith Office on important religious liberty policies in the United States. The Commission will provide a full report to the President. The report will cover the foundations of religious liberty in America, the effects of religious liberty on American society, current threats to domestic religious liberty, ways to protect religious liberty in the future, and ideas for programs to promote and celebrate America’s religious diversity. The main topic for this meeting will be religious liberty in public education. The Commission will hear from parents and students. Panels will include elementary, secondary, undergraduate, and graduate students. Experts in religious liberty and public education will also give testimonies. The goal is to understand the history of religious liberty in public schools, identify current threats, and find opportunities to protect religious liberty in schools for the future. The public can send in written comments about religious liberty in public education. Comments must be sent by September 1, 2025. They can be emailed to the Commission or mailed to: U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the Associate Attorney General, ATTN: Religious Liberty Commission, 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Room 5706, Washington, DC 20530. This meeting notice is published as required by the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. 1001 et seq.). Dated: July 28, 2025. Mary Margaret Bush, Designated Federal Officer, Religious Liberty Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

DOJ Announces New Information Collection for DEA Wellness Program Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes Purpose of the Collection The new collection, called the “DEA Voluntary Wellness Program Healthcare Provider Clearance,” is required for DEA employees who want to join physical fitness activities under the Wellness Program. To make sure it is safe for employees to join these activities, they must submit a health assessment form. This form must be filled out by a licensed medical professional before taking part. This process helps keep employees safe and supports the agency’s health and wellness efforts. How the Information Will Be Used The main goal is to check if DEA employees are medically able to safely take part in physical activities. The results will help prevent injuries or worsening of any health conditions. This requirement comes from the DEA Personnel Manual 2792. Employees must get medical clearance before starting any voluntary wellness activities with the agency. Details of the Collection The collection uses form DEA-315c. Only a licensed medical professional can fill out the form. The form is required before an employee can take part in wellness activities. Estimated Burden The DEA estimates about 100 people will respond each year. Each response will take about 45 minutes to complete. The total annual burden is expected to be 75 hours. There is no annual cost burden to the DEA. How to Comment Comments are welcome for 60 days, until October 3, 2025. If you have comments or need a copy of the information collection, you can contact Benjamin Inks, Office of Compliance, Policy Administration Section, 700 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202, phone: 571-672-4524, or email at the address listed in the notice. For Further Information If you need more information, contact Darwin Arceo at the Department of Justice, Justice Management Division, Policy and Planning Staff, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. Dated: July 31, 2025. Darwin Arceo Department Clearance Officer for PRA U.S. Department of Justice Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Requests Comments on OJJDP NTTAC Feedback Form Package Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Department of Justice’s Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) is asking for public comments on a feedback form package. This package is managed by the National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC). The request was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 148, on August 5, 2025. The OJJDP wants feedback about collecting information from people who use their training and technical help. This information helps the agency know how well they are doing and find ways to help people better. What Is Being Collected The feedback forms are given to: People who get technical help from OJJDP Conference attendees Training and technical help providers Online meeting and in-person meeting participants Focus group participants The forms ask about satisfaction with the help, the quality, efficiency, and resources provided. They also ask about any other needs for training or help. Who Responds People who may need to fill out the forms include: Individuals or households Federal, state, local, or tribal government Nonprofit institutions Businesses How the Information Is Used The data from the forms is used to: Improve support for OJJDP NTTAC users Help the juvenile justice field Improve services and outcomes for youth Estimated Impact The Department of Justice thinks about 4,756 people will respond to these forms. The time it takes to fill out a form is estimated to be between 0.03 hours (about 2 minutes) and 1.5 hours. The total estimated time for all responses in one year is 430.5 hours. How to Comment The comment period is open until September 4, 2025. People may: Ask for a copy of the information collection instrument Make suggestions or comments about the time it takes to respond Contact Jill Molter at OJJDP NTTAC for more information by phone at 202-514-8871 or by email Written comments can also be sent to the Office of Management and Budget in Washington, DC. For More Information Anyone needing more information can contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, Justice Management Division, at the Department of Justice’s Washington, DC office. The notice was dated July 31, 2025. This announcement meets the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Seeks Comments on ATF Program for Relief from Firearm Disabilities Estimated reading time: 3 minutes The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), part of the Department of Justice, is asking for public comments. The request is about an information collection program. This program is called “Certifying Qualifying State Relief from Disabilities Program.” The ATF wants to keep collecting information for this program. They are sending a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve it again. This is required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. What is the Program? The program comes from the NICS Improvement Act. This Act helps make sure states report mental health records. These records can prevent someone from buying a firearm if they are not allowed to. States can get grants to help them make these reports better. But to get the grants, a state must have a program. This program lets people who were not allowed to have a firearm because of a mental health decision ask for that right back. A state official must certify to ATF that such a program exists. Details about the Collection Type of Collection: This is an extension of a collection that was already approved before. Form Number: ATF Form 3210.12. Who Responds: State, local, and tribal governments. Responding is needed if they want to get or keep grant funding. How Often: Each respondent will complete the collection once every year. Time Needed: It takes about 15 minutes (0.25 hours) for each person to complete. Number of Respondents: ATF expects about 10 responses every year. Total Time Spent: All together, this will add up to about 2.5 hours per year. Total Cost: The estimated cost for all respondents together is $120 a year. Table—Estimated Annual Burden and Cost Activity Number of Respondents Frequency Total Annual Responses Time per Response Total Burden (hours) Hourly Rate Monetized Value of Time Complete 10 1 10 0.25 2.5 $47.92 $120 How to Comment Comments will be accepted for 60 days. The deadline is October 6, 2025. People can send suggestions or talk about the time needed to respond. Comments can also suggest better ways to collect the information. Contact Information For more information or to get a copy of the collection form, contact Pamela Eisert, FIPB, at ATF. The address is 99 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20226. You can also email or call 202-648-7190. If you need more information, you can contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, at the U.S. Department of Justice, Justice Management Division, Policy and Planning Staff, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, 4W-218, Washington, DC. Official Notice This notice was signed on July 31, 2025, by Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer for PRA, U.S. Department of Justice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

ATF Updates on Gun Trace Requests: Important Changes Announced Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes Collection Renewal and Changes The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), part of the Department of Justice, is making changes to how law enforcement agencies ask for gun traces. These requests use the National Tracing Center (NTC) Trace Request form, also called ATF Form 3312.1 or 3312.1S. The form helps police and other law enforcement agencies get information about guns used in crimes. ATF is asking the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew and approve their information collection. People may send comments for the next 60 days, until October 6, 2025. ATF wants to hear what the public thinks about the collection and if it is useful, the time it takes, and if the form is easy to use. What ATF is Changing The number of law enforcement agencies using the form each year will increase from 1,153 to 17,000. The number of trace requests will rise from 24,490 to 510,000. The total time agencies spend on this will increase from 2,449 hours to 51,000 hours. Total yearly estimated cost to agencies will be $2,443,920. Who Uses the Form? State, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies use the form. It is not required by ATF but is needed if an agency wants a gun to be traced. How the Process Works Each law enforcement agency will send about 30 trace requests every year. Filling out each request takes about 6 minutes. ATF does not make a gun registry during this process. Only the agency that requested the information gets the results. Details for Public Comment People who want to comment or want a copy of the form can contact Carrie Robertson at the National Tracing Center Division by mail, email, or phone. The public should tell ATF if the collection is necessary, if the time needed is correct, if the process can be improved, or if there are better ways to collect the information. Contact for More Information If you need more information, contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer at the U.S. Department of Justice. Summary Table Activity Number of Respondents Frequency Total Annual Responses Time per Response Total Burden (hours) Hourly Rate Cost LEA trace requests 17,000 30 510,000 6 minutes 51,000 $47.92 $2,443,920 This notice was dated July 31, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

ATF Seeks Comments on Import Form Update for Firearms, Ammunition, and Defense Articles Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is asking for public comments on a new version of its form called “Application and Permit to Import Firearms, Ammunition, and Defense Articles.” The form is known as ATF Form 5330.3B, or “Form 6, Part II.” Purpose of the Notice The ATF needs to collect information from individuals who want to bring firearms, ammunition, or defense articles into the United States. This process is done through the Form 6, Part II document. The form helps ATF check if what someone wants to bring in can be imported. This update is a regular review under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The comment period will last for 60 days, ending October 6, 2025. Changes to the Form The form title will be changed for better readability. New attachment sheets are added. This helps people who need extra space, especially if importing many items at once. The new sheets are for listing defense articles and ammunition. Instructions on the form are updated. These now include current laws, use easier words, and explain things more clearly. Details like office contact information are updated so people know how to reach out if they need help. Grammar and terminology updates are made throughout. There are no changes to the overall procedure or requirements, but the number of people using the form has dropped. Who Uses This Form? Individuals, like returning military members, use Form 6, Part II to ask permission before bringing firearms, ammunition, or defense articles into the U.S. Filling out the form is required to get approval to import these items. Annual Use and Burden Estimated number of users per year: 312 people. How often: Each user fills it out once a year. Time to fill out: About 30 minutes per person. Total annual time: 156 hours for all users. Estimated total cost of respondent time: $3,588 per year. Comments Needed The ATF wants feedback from the public and any groups who work with the form. They are looking for comments on: Whether the form is needed and useful. If their numbers and estimates are correct. Any ideas to make the form more helpful or clear. Ways to make the form easier, like by using computers or electronics. How to Respond People who want to comment or get more information can contact Austin Funk at the Firearms and Explosives Import Branch. He can be reached by mail at Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 244 Needy Road, Martinsburg, WV 25405; by email; or by phone at 304-616-4654. For other information, Darwin Arceo at the Department of Justice can also be reached at 145 N Street, NE, Washington, DC. The official notice was signed by Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer for the U.S. Department of Justice, on July 31, 2025. The full information is published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 148, on August 5, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Seeks Public Comments on Immigration Forms Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes Department of Justice Seeks Public Comments on Immigration Forms The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) at the Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced a request for public comments on two important immigration forms. The forms are used for people in removal proceedings who want to stay in the United States. The two forms are: Form EOIR-42A (Application for Cancellation of Removal for Certain Permanent Residents) Form EOIR-42B (Application for Cancellation of Removal and Adjustment of Status for Certain Nonpermanent Residents) These forms help the government decide if a person should be allowed to stay in the country even if they are removable. Why Comments Are Needed EOIR wants the public, especially those affected, to comment on whether the forms collect the right information and are easy to use. Comments can also suggest ways to make the process clearer or faster. The goal is to make sure these forms help the agency do its work well. How to Comment Anyone who wants to comment has 60 days, until October 6, 2025. People can ask for more information or share thoughts about the time and effort required to fill out the forms. Questions or requests for more details can be sent to: Justine Fuga Associate General Counsel Executive Office for Immigration Review 5107 Leesburg Pike, Suite 2600 Falls Church, VA 22041 Phone: (703) 305-0265 Key Details About the Forms According to U.S. law, people who are being removed from the United States may ask the Attorney General to cancel their removal. To receive this help, the person must show they meet requirements in the law. The forms let EOIR collect all necessary information. Changes Being Made The EOIR will update the forms in several ways: Update information about filing fees Add a Privacy Act Notice Show the expiration date for approval on each form Make small formatting changes so the forms are easier to read Who Will Use These Forms? The forms are for individuals in court proceedings who are at risk of being removed from the United States. Completing the forms helps decide if they can stay. How Many People Will Use the Forms and How Long It Takes Each year: About 1,519 people will fill out Form EOIR-42A About 15,757 people will fill out Form EOIR-42B It takes about 5 hours and 50 minutes for a person to complete each form. Total Hours People Will Spend For Form EOIR-42A: About 8,856 hours For Form EOIR-42B: About 91,865 hours Estimated Costs The government also shared the expected cost for filling out these forms. This includes: The average cost for hiring a lawyer or practitioner The cost to file each form For Form EOIR-42A: Practitioner cost: $408 per response Filing fee: $700 per response Total annual responses: 1,519 Total public cost: $1,683,912 each year For Form EOIR-42B: Practitioner cost: $408 per response Filing fee: $1,600 per response Total annual responses: 15,757 Total public cost: $31,640,056 each year The forms can be submitted electronically, so printing or mailing costs can be zero. How These Costs Are Calculated Costs include lawyers’ fees as estimated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the required government form fees. Further Information Anyone needing more information can contact: Darwin Arceo Department Clearance Officer Justice Management Division United States Department of Justice Two Constitution Square 145 N Street NE, 4W-218 Washington, DC This update was signed by Darwin Arceo of the U.S. Department of Justice on August 1, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

DOJ Announces Changes to NFA Firearm Transfer Form 5 Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes The Department of Justice (DOJ), through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), has shared a notice about updates to ATF Form 5320.5, also known as “Form 5”. This form is used by people and organizations who want to transfer or register National Firearms Act (NFA) firearms without paying the usual transfer tax, if they qualify for a tax exemption. Sixty-Day Comment Period for the Public The DOJ is asking people for comments on these updates. The comment period is open for 60 days, until October 6, 2025. People can share their opinions about the time it takes to complete the form, the form’s usefulness, and suggestions for improvements. What is Form 5 Used For? Form 5 is for people who want to transfer and register an NFA firearm and believe they do not need to pay the tax. The form is used to: Ask for permission and show why the tax does not apply Support transfers that happen because of law changes, such as when a firearm is inherited through an estate Make it easier to temporarily transfer a firearm for repairs and get it back Who’s Affected? Those affected include: Federal government State or local government People or groups transferring unserviceable firearms People must fill out the form to follow the law and get the benefits offered. Increases and Decreases in Reporting Burden The number of people who fill out this form has increased from 10,591 to 17,322 in 2025. But, the average time needed to do the form has dropped from 30 minutes to 12 minutes. Technology now allows: Electronic forms and signatures Fewer people needing to send in fingerprints or photographs The use of cell phone photos and photocopied IDs Sending documents electronically People also don’t need to make an extra copy for local police anymore. Key Changes to Form 5 Some important changes to the form include: A clearer title Taking out the photo box to let people attach a passport photo or a copy of a photo ID Combining race and ethnicity questions More ways to sign electronically or digitally The fillable PDF form now fills in copy 2 as you fill in copy 1, except for check boxes and signature Added links to eForms and pay.gov Information about the refund process Ending the requirement to notify the Chief Law Enforcement Officer (CLEO) and to send a copy New instructions for married couples applying together Corrections to small errors in the form Adding email contacts for specific questions Annual Reporting Details An estimated 17,322 people will fill out Form 5 each year Each form takes about 12 minutes, for a total of about 3,464 hours of work by all respondents The total estimated cost to respondents is $79,672 Contact for More Information For more information, contact Meghan Tisserand at the National Firearms Act Division, using the following: Mail: 244 Needy Road, Martinsburg, WV 25405 Email: [contact emails in original document] Phone: 304-616-3219 Official Record This notice was signed by Darwin Arceo, the Department Clearance Officer for the U.S. Department of Justice, and filed on August 4, 2025. For more details, see the official notice in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 149. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Publishes Notice on Law Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted Data Collection Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On August 6, 2025, the Department of Justice published a notice in the Federal Register about collecting data on law enforcement officers who have been killed or assaulted. The Criminal Justice Information Services Division (CJIS) of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is responsible for this data collection. The FBI will send a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review and approve this activity. The public is invited to share their comments. You have 60 days to send in your comments—until October 6, 2025. Comments should talk about how useful the information is, if the response time estimates are correct, how to make the data better, and ways to reduce the effort needed to answer. The goal of this collection is to help the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program. The UCR Program is a national center for collecting and sharing information about crime. Each year, it publishes statistics on law enforcement officers who have been killed or assaulted. The legal authority for this collection is Title 28, United States Code, Section 534. Key Details of the Collection: Type: This is an extension of a previously approved collection. Form Title: Law Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted. Form Number: 1-705. Responsible Agency: CJIS Division, FBI, Department of Justice. Who Responds: Federal, state, county, city, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. Responding is voluntary. Number of Respondents: In 2024, there were 19,328 possible agencies. Of these, 1,084 agencies submitted LEOKA Form 1-705. Estimated Responses: The highest number of responses in 2024 was 13,008. Time for Each Response: Completing the form takes about 7 minutes per response. Total Annual Burden: The total estimated burden for all responses is about 1,517.6 hours each year. The number of agencies using the summary form (Form 1-705) is expected to decrease over time, as more agencies move to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS). Agencies using NIBRS report the same information in a different way. If you need more information or have questions, you can contact Linda Shriver, Acting Unit Chief at the FBI CJIS Division, by calling 304-625-4830 or emailing the address in the notice. For more details or to submit comments, contact Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer, U.S. Department of Justice, at the address listed in the notice. This notice appears in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 149, on August 6, 2025, pages 37888-37889. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Department of Justice Seeks Comments on Updated Immigration Forms for Limited Legal Help Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) at the U.S. Department of Justice has announced updates to two important forms. These forms let lawyers or representatives tell immigration courts or the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) that they are helping someone just with paperwork, not full legal representation. The forms are called EOIR-60 and EOIR-61. The new changes update how forms can be submitted. Now, attorneys and representatives can file EOIR-60 and EOIR-61 online using the EOIR Courts and Appeals System (ECAS) Respondent Access Portal. The rules for filing by mail are changed, and people are told to look at the EOIR Policy Manual for guidance. There is a new section in the forms that lets users say if they gave documents electronically using ECAS. The updates also fix some legal citations in the Privacy Act notice. The forms now say that case information can be found online, in English or Spanish, through the EOIR Automated Case Information System. A new sentence was added to EOIR-60. It tells people that this limited help is not allowed in Department of Homeland Security (DHS) cases that are handled by the Board of Immigration Appeals. These forms are needed for lawyers or representatives who want to help someone with a document or filing, but not appear for the whole case. According to the notice, filling out these forms is required if a person wants to enter a limited appearance in these immigration matters. The Department of Justice says that around 40 people are expected to submit Form EOIR-60 to the BIA each year. Around 22,018 are expected to submit Form EOIR-61 to the immigration courts every year. Each form takes about 6 minutes to fill out. Together, this is about 2,206 total hours of work each year. There are no fees to file, and the forms can be completed electronically. The estimated cost, based on attorney wages, for all these forms each year is about $160,310.02. Comments about these changes are being accepted until September 8, 2025. People who want to give feedback should go to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain and find this collection under “Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments.” The OMB Control Number is 1125-0021. For more information, contact Justine Fuga, Associate General Counsel, EOIR, or Darwin Arceo, Department Clearance Officer. The Department is seeking public comments on whether these forms are needed, their usefulness, the accuracy of the agency’s burden estimates, if the information is clear, and ways to make the process easier through technology. This notice was published on August 7, 2025, in the Federal Register. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Seeks Public Comments on Unfair Immigration-Related Employment Practices Complaint Form Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On August 7, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a request for public comments on the “Unfair Immigration-Related Employment Practices Complaint Form,” known as Form EOIR-58. The notice was published in the Federal Register, Volume 90, Number 150. Purpose of the Form Form EOIR-58 is used by people who want to file a complaint about unfair immigration-related employment practices. These practices include discrimination based on citizenship status or national origin, retaliation or intimidation by employers, and “document abuse” during the hiring process. Document abuse means asking for more or different papers than needed to prove permission to work in the United States, if the reason is to discriminate. How the Complaint Process Works If someone thinks they have faced discrimination under Section 274B of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), they can file a charge with the DOJ Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER). The IER has 120 days to decide if it will file a complaint with the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO) for the person. If not, the individual may file their own complaint with OCAHO using Form EOIR-58. This form gathers all the information needed so OCAHO can assign the complaint to an Administrative Law Judge. Non-substantive changes have been made to the form and instructions to help with clarity and formatting. The IER’s mailing address and the Privacy Act notice were also updated. The time estimate for filling out the form has been revised. Obligation to Respond Filling out Form EOIR-58 is not required, but it is needed if a person wants to file a complaint under INA Section 274B. Alternatively, a written statement can be sent if it meets the rule requirements in 28 CFR 68.7. Key Details About the Form and Costs Number of Respondents Each Year: Around 38 individuals are expected to fill out the form each year. Time to Complete: Each person takes about 1 hour to fill in the form. How Often: Once a year. Total Annual Time: 38 hours in total. Cost: The estimated cost for filing by mail is about $25.10 per response ($15.00 for printing and $10.10 for mailing), with no fees for submitting by email. If someone uses an attorney, the cost may increase by $72.67 per hour for legal help. The maximum estimated cost to the public for all responses is $3,715.26. There are no labor costs for people who fill the form themselves. Most people currently mail the form to OCAHO, but it can also be submitted by email. The DOJ is working to add full electronic filing, which would remove the needs for printing and postage costs. Submitting Comments Comments are open until September 8, 2025. People can visit www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain to submit their thoughts. They can find the form by selecting “Currently under 30-day Review–Open for Public Comments,” or searching for the title or OMB Control Number 1125-0016. The DOJ asks for public input on: If the collection of information is needed and useful. If the estimated time and burden are correct. How the form and instructions can be clearer. How to reduce the time or cost for people filling out the form, including better use of technology. Additional Information If you need more information, you can contact Justine Fuga at the Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041, or call (703) 305-0265. For other questions, contact Darwin Arceo, Policy and Planning Staff, Justice Management Division, U.S. Department of Justice. Key Dates Notice published: August 7, 2025. Comments due: September 8, 2025. This notice provides an opportunity for the public and agencies to give feedback before the form is approved for use through August 2028, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

Department of Justice Receives Request for Certification of Alabama Capital Counsel Mechanism Estimated reading time: 1–3 minutes On August 7, 2025, the Department of Justice released a public notice about Alabama’s request for certification of its capital counsel mechanism. The request was made to the United States Attorney General. Alabama seeks to have its system for appointing counsel in capital cases officially certified. This would cover appointments, compensation, and covering legal expenses for lawyers who represent people sentenced to death and who cannot afford their own attorneys. Federal law, specifically Chapter 154 of Title 28, United States Code, sets special rules for federal court reviews of cases for prisoners on death row who do not have money for legal help. These special rules are available only if the U.S. Attorney General certifies that a state has a qualified system for appointing and paying competent lawyers to handle these state post-conviction cases. The public notice confirms that Alabama has formally submitted its request. The Department of Justice invites the public to send in comments about this request. How to Comment People can send in written or electronic comments. Comments must be received on or before October 6, 2025. Mailed comments will be accepted if they are postmarked by that date. Electronic comments will be accepted until midnight Eastern Time on October 6, 2025. Where to Submit Comments All comments should reference “Docket No. OLP181.” The Department of Justice asks that comments be submitted electronically at www.regulations.gov using the comment form there. People should not send paper copies if they already submitted their comments online. Anyone who wants to send written comments can mail them to Levi Lall, Counsel, Office of Legal Policy, U.S. Department of Justice, 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530. More Information Questions about Alabama’s request can be directed to Levi Lall at 202-598-0771. Public materials about Alabama’s request, as well as details about the review process, are available to view at https://www.justice.gov/olp/pending-requests-final-decisions. The notice is dated August 4, 2025, and was signed by Nicholas J. Schilling Jr., Supervisory Official of the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Policy. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.