Corrections Board to Chat Virtually on Training Updates

2026-16860, Advisory Board; Notice of Meeting

The National Institute of Corrections Advisory Board is meeting September 9-11, 2026, in Washington, DC, to plan future programs and get updates from partners. The first two days are open to the public, with a chance to speak if you sign up by September 1. This meeting helps shape training and support for correction agencies nationwide, but the last day is a private session to discuss sensitive topics.

2025-17959, Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Charter Renewal; Name of the Committee: NIC Advisory Board

The National Institute of Corrections just renewed the NIC Advisory Board’s charter for two more years, keeping it active through September 12, 2027. This means the board will keep advising on important corrections topics without any changes to funding or membership. If you’re involved in corrections or government advisory work, this keeps the conversation going strong!

2025-03930, Advisory Board; Notice of Meeting

The National Institute of Corrections Advisory Board is meeting virtually on March 25, 2025, to share updates on projects, plans, and their 50th anniversary. This meeting is open to the public, and anyone interested can join or speak by requesting to do so before March 20. This is a great chance for federal, state, and local corrections folks and the public to get involved and hear what’s next.

2026-19694, Annual Notices on Explosive Materials Storage Facilities to Local Fire Authority

If you store explosives, you now have to tell your local fire department every year and when you stop storing them. This new rule helps keep firefighters and the public safer by making sure they always know where explosives are stored. It starts on October 26, 2026, and you must keep your notices for five years—no extra fees, just more safety!

2026-19693, Implementing the Safe Explosives Act

The Safe Explosives Act final rule affects businesses and people who handle explosives, making reporting and transport rules clearer and simpler. Starting October 26, 2026, license holders must report key personnel changes but no longer need to verify who accepts deliveries for them. These updates cut red tape without adding new costs, keeping everyone safer and smoother in the explosive world.

2026-16981, Application for Relief From Disabilities Imposed by Federal Laws With Respect to the Acquisition, Receipt, Transfer, Shipment, Transportation, or Possession of Firearms

The Department of Justice ("the Department") is implementing criteria to guide determinations for granting relief from disabilities imposed by federal laws with respect to the acquisition, receipt, transfer, shipment, transportation, or possession of firearms. The criteria are designed to ensure that the fundamental right of the people to keep and bear arms is not unduly infringed, that those people granted relief are not likely to act in a manner dangerous to public safety, and that granting such relief would not be contrary to the public interest.

Previous: 2025-11777, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; NESHAP for Refractory Products Manufacturing (Renewal)

The EPA is asking to keep collecting info from companies that make refractory products, which help handle super-hot stuff. This is a renewal, so no big changes, but they want to hear from the public for 30 more days before finalizing. If you’re in this business, keep an eye on deadlines to stay in the clear and avoid any paperwork headaches.

Next: 2025-11782, Pipeline Safety: Request for Special Permit

Portland Natural Gas Transmission System wants special permission to skip some pipeline safety rules for two parts of their system. PHMSA is asking the public to share their thoughts for 30 days before deciding. This could change how PNGTS operates and might affect safety checks, but no costs or deadlines are set yet.