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The US International Trade Commission (ITC) is scheduling the final phase of an antidumping and countervailing duty investigation into Canadian imports of fresh mushrooms, which were preliminarily determined to be subsidized and sold at less-than-fair-value. The investigation aims to determine if US imports of fresh mushrooms from Canada are causing material injury to the US industry.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided to rescind a limited exclusion order for portable battery jump starters and components, and terminated a rescission proceeding.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to institute a modification proceeding and modify the general exclusion order in an investigation, and has also terminated the modification proceeding.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has modified a limited exclusion order for portable power stations and terminated a modification proceeding.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to modify a limited exclusion order related to certain radio control transmitters and receivers, and has terminated a modification proceeding.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided to rescind a limited exclusion order for certain computer cables and devices, following a rescission proceeding.
The Chinese government has determined that difluoromethane (R-32), a refrigerant used in air conditioning systems, will be subject to stricter emissions regulations starting from January 1, 2024, in an effort to reduce its impact on the environment.
The Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA) within the Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking OMB approval for a revised information collection request related to the Crime Victim's Rights Act Complain Form, which will be made available for public comment.
The Federal Trade Commission has lodged a proposed consent decree with Google, which would settle allegations of anticompetitive practices in online search and advertising, and is expected to be finalized in the coming months.
The Healthcare Advisory Committee is hosting virtual public meetings to provide input on healthcare programs and policies, as part of its mission to advise the Secretary of HHS and the CMS Administrator on improving the US healthcare system, in accordance with the Executive Order establishing the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission.
The National Library of Medicine has issued a notice regarding a partially closed meeting, which may be attended by certain individuals or groups, but not the general public.
The final rule updates Medicare hospital payment systems for acute care hospitals and long-term care hospitals, including changes to graduate medical education, quality programs, and health information technology standards.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its intention to renew an information collection related to the Fueling Aviation's Sustainable Transition Grant (FAST) Program, which aims to support the aviation industry's sustainable transition, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposes extending the phase-in period for child restraint systems and the sunset of the tether anchorage exemption for convertibles, in response to petitions for reconsideration of the 2025 final rule. The proposed changes aim to comply with updated requirements and provide more time for small-volume manufacturers to meet the new standards.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented changes to the required IFR altitudes and changeover points for certain Federal airways, jet routes, or direct routes, aimed at ensuring safe and efficient navigation in the National Airspace System.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to establish Class C airspace and remove Class D airspace at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) in North Carolina to improve air traffic management and reduce midair collision risks. The change aims to enhance the efficiency of air traffic operations in the Wilmington area.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking public comment on a plan to renew its Information Collection Request for the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, which was established in 2016 to track commercial driver's license holders who test positive for controlled substances or misuse alcohol while performing safety-sensitive functions.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public input on its plan to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection related to safety standards for sightseeing and commercial air tours, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is updating the Hazardous Materials Regulations to redefine an aerosol, aligning with international transportation standards and eliminating unnecessary regulatory requirements, in an effort to reduce burdens on domestic aerosol shippers.
The final rule eases regulations for domestic shippers and carriers of hazardous materials by allowing reduced marking requirements for limited quantity shipments, aiming to reduce costs and burdens.
The final rule eases regulatory requirements for domestic carriers and facility operators by allowing them to store emergency response information electronically, reducing paperwork burdens.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule to simplify the Hazardous Materials Regulations by relying on the agency's comprehensive list of hazardous substances, eliminating the need for a redundant list.
The Department of Transportation has finalized a rule that eliminates unnecessary regulations, permitting the continued use of special permit packagings for their entire lifespan, thereby reducing bureaucratic burdens on industries that rely on these authorized containers.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has updated its Hazardous Materials Program Procedures to relax the 60-day renewal deadline for special permits and approvals, allowing for earlier renewal applications.
The U.S. Department of Transportation is updating its payment system for hazardous materials transportation registration fees, switching from paper checks to electronic payments through its e-Commerce website, to streamline processing and align with government-wide electronic commerce practices.
The US Department of Transportation has finalized a rule allowing domestic carriers of hazardous materials to store PHMSA registration documents electronically, reducing recordkeeping requirements.
The final rule adjusts the monetary threshold for farmers to qualify for an exception from security plan and in-depth security training requirements, aiming to alleviate training burdens for American farmers.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has finalized a rule to eliminate or modify certain rail transportation requirements for hazardous materials, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens and improve compliance
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is updating its regulations to adopt U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) special permits 12412 and 11646, aiming to reduce paperwork and enhance safety in the hazardous materials industry.
The Department of Transportation has adopted special permit 21287 to simplify the transportation of household appliances containing low-flammability refrigerant gases, reducing regulatory burdens.
The Department of Transportation has adopted U.S. Department of Transportation special permit 21379 to simplify the transportation of refrigerating machines and components containing low flammability refrigerant gases, reducing regulatory burdens.
The Department of Transportation has adopted a new rule to simplify regulations for hazardous materials, allowing for a 10-year requalification period and a new testing method for cylinders used in gas service. This change aims to reduce regulatory burdens and leverage advances in testing technology.
The Department of Transportation has finalized a rule allowing empty intermediate bulk containers with hazardous material residue to be transported without required documentation, reducing regulatory burdens.
The U.S. government has updated the Hazardous Materials Regulations to allow for larger quantities of lithium batteries to be transported as 'Materials of Trade' (MOTs), easing restrictions on industries such as construction, landscaping, and food service.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. (DAI) Model DA20-C1 airplanes, requiring a continuity inspection of the Artex ELT 1000 emergency locator transmitter due to a missing jumper wire, in order to address an unsafe condition on these products.
The U.S. Department of Transportation is extending its enforcement discretion for airline wheelchair accommodations until April 30, 2027, to review public comments and finalize the 'Accessible Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft' rule, which includes hands-on training for flight attendants on wheelchair assistance and lavatory accessibility.
The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is seeking public feedback on a proposed information collection to streamline the process of gathering feedback on agency programs, as part of a federal government-wide effort to improve service delivery, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) plans to collect information from the public to fulfill its data security requirements when providing access to restricted use data for evidence building purposes, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Rural Utilities Service, a division of the US Department of Agriculture, is seeking Letters of Interest from eligible entities for loan applications under the PART Energy Program for fiscal year 2026, with application deadlines to be announced on the Agency website and grants.gov.
PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. has reached an agreement with various stakeholders to establish a new pricing structure for its transmission services, aiming to increase revenue and improve the efficiency of its grid operations.
Texas Gas Transmission, LLC has announced a schedule for preparing an environmental assessment for the Dearborn County Lateral Project. The project involves the construction of a pipeline in Dearborn County, Indiana.
The PJM Interconnection, LLC is seeking public comment on proposed governance and stakeholder reforms following a recent conference, with the goal of enhancing the reliability and efficiency of the Mid-Atlantic power grid.
The U.S. government has determined that certain foreign individuals have engaged in activities that warrant nonproliferation measures, including a ban on U.S. government procurement, pursuant to the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act (INKSNA).
The U.S. Department of Commerce determined that removing the countervailing duty order on boltless steel shelving units from China would likely allow China to continue providing subsidies to its manufacturers, harming the U.S. steel shelving industry.
CGT US Ltd. has submitted a notification to the US government for proposed production activity in Foreign-Trade Zone 80, located in New Braunfels, Texas, focusing on automotive upholstery manufacturing.
The U.S. Department of Commerce determined that removing the countervailing duty order on non-refillable steel cylinders from China would likely allow China to continue providing subsidies to its steel cylinder producers, harming the U.S. industry.
The U.S. Commerce Department has concluded that revoking the antidumping duty order on Chinese-made chassis and subassemblies would likely lead to continued dumping of these products in the U.S. market.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has concluded that revoking the countervailing duty order on prestressed concrete steel wire strand imports from China would likely allow China to continue providing subsidies to its manufacturers.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that van-type trailers and subassemblies from Canada are being sold in the U.S. at less than their fair market value, prompting a request for public comment.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that van-type trailers and subassemblies from Mexico are being sold in the United States at less than fair value. Interested parties have until a later date to comment on this preliminary determination.