Federal Register #2026-16931

EPA reviews new pesticide registrations and seeks advisory board nominations

This opportunity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) involves two main activities: processing new pesticide product registrations and seeking nominations for an advisory committee. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Office of Pesticide Programs - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the focus is on active ingredients and advisory board membership. - Products Requested: - Registration of insecticides containing Fenpropathrin (part numbers: 5963976, 5963935) - Proposed uses on a wide range of crops and agricultural subgroups - Registration of insecticide containing Spinosad (part number: 87317R) - Proposed use: direct application to cattle for horn fly control - Registration of insecticide containing Veratrine (part numbers: 10212871, 10212870, 10212869, 10212868) - Proposed new indoor/outdoor non-food uses in diverse environments (e.g., aircraft cargo, animal quarters, food processing plants, parks) - Services Requested: - Nominations for Good Neighbor Environmental Board (GNEB) membership - Seeking 11-15 experts in border-region environmental policy and infrastructure - Voluntary service, two-year term, 10-15 hours per month, travel/per diem provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Pesticide registrations require compliance with EPA regulations and proposed use scenarios - GNEB membership requires demonstrated expertise, consensus-building skills, and voluntary commitment - No procurement of commercial products or services; focus is on regulatory review and advisory participation

Description

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is requesting public nominations from qualified candidates to be considered for appointment to its Good Neighbor Environmental Board (GNEB) to fill approximately 11-15 vacancies. The GNEB is a federal advisory committee focused on environmental and infrastructure projects along the U.S.-Mexico border. Members serve two-year terms, meet approximately three times annually, and contribute about 10 to 15 hours per month. Nominations are sought from various sectors including business, academia, non-governmental organizations, and government entities.

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