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2025-21500 — Renewals of Information Collections Under the Paperwork Reduction Act

The National Indian Gaming Commission is renewing several important paperwork rules that affect Indian gaming operations, like contracts, fees, licenses, and technical standards. They’re asking the public to share thoughts by December 29, 2025, before the government decides to approve or change these rules. These renewals keep the gaming world running smoothly without adding extra costs or delays.

2025-19063 — Submission of Gaming Ordinance or Resolution

Tribes that run gaming operations no longer have to send in their dispute resolution procedures when submitting gaming ordinances or changes. This makes the process quicker and easier, saving time and hassle. The change helps tribes focus on what matters most—running their gaming businesses smoothly without extra paperwork.

2025-18911 — Facility License Notifications

The National Indian Gaming Commission is changing the deadline for tribes to tell them if they’re thinking about issuing a new gaming facility license. This update helps tribes plan better and keeps the process smooth and fair. If you’re part of a tribe, watch the new timeline so you don’t miss your chance to notify on time!

2025-18385 — Renewals of Information Collections Under the Paperwork Reduction Act

The National Indian Gaming Commission is renewing important paperwork rules that affect tribal gaming operations, like contracts, fees, licenses, and technical standards. These renewals keep things running smoothly and make sure everyone follows the rules through 2025 and early 2026. If you’re involved in Indian gaming, now’s the time to check the updates and share your thoughts before deadlines hit!

2026-05678 — Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 22 Species in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the Territory of Guam

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wants to protect 22 special plants and animals in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands by marking nearly 60,000 acres as critical habitat. This means these areas will get extra care to help these species survive and thrive. People can share their thoughts by June 22, 2026, and an economic report is ready to show how this might affect local communities.

2026-04606 — Alaska; Hunting and Trapping in National Preserves

The National Park Service wants to update hunting and trapping rules in Alaska’s national preserves to bring back long-standing practices that support state-authorized wildlife harvests and public access. These changes affect hunters, trappers, and anyone using Alaska park lands, aiming to balance conservation with local traditions. You’ve got until April 9, 2026, to share your thoughts—no new fees or costs are expected.

Previous: 2025-19730 — Pipeline Safety: Request for Special Permit; Southern Natural Gas Company, LLC

Southern Natural Gas Company, part of Kinder Morgan, is asking for extra time and some flexibility with pipeline safety rules. The government wants your thoughts on this special permit request before deciding. If approved, it could change how SNG follows safety rules, with comments due by December 1, 2025.

Next: 2025-19733 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Air Emissions Reporting Requirements (Renewal)

The EPA is asking to keep collecting air pollution data from businesses and states to help track emissions and protect our air. They want to extend this reporting requirement past October 31, 2025, and are inviting the public to share thoughts by December 1, 2025. This keeps the air clean without adding new costs or big changes for those involved.