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Comment Request Extension for Rule 17a-5(c) Under OMB Review
The SEC is seeking public comment on an extension of the comment period for Rule 17a-5(c), which is currently under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Extension: Regulation AC
The U.S. government is seeking public comment on an extension of the Regulation AC, a regulatory framework, and a request for review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
SEC Proposes Rule Change for Municipal Securities Disclosure
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed a rule change to extend the disclosure requirements for municipal securities under Exchange Act Rule 15c2-12.
SEC Proposes Extension of Rule 606 of Regulation NMS
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed a rule extension to collect more data on market making activities, with a comment period set to close on March 31, 2024.
SEC Requests Public Comment on Extension of Rule 12d2-1
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comment on an extension of Rule 12d2-1, a regulation related to proxy voting, through March 2025.
SEC Approves KOR Reporting, Inc. for Security-Based Swap Data Repository Registration
KOR Reporting, Inc. has submitted an application to the SEC for registration as a security-based swap data repository. The SEC will review the application to determine if KOR Reporting, Inc. meets the necessary requirements.
St. Joseph Energy Center, LLC Announces Refund for Section 206 Proceeding
St. Joseph Energy Center, LLC has initiated a refund process for a Section 206 proceeding, with the refund effective date to be determined.
Tuolumne Water District Seeks Comments on License Surrender Application
The Tuolumne Water District is soliciting comments on its application to surrender its water license, with a public comment period open for 30 days.
Swan Lake North Hydro LLC Seeks Non-Capacity License Amendment, Solicits Comments
Swan Lake North Hydro LLC has submitted a notice of application for a non-capacity amendment of its license, seeking public comments and potential interventions.
Water Street Land, LLC and New England Hydropower, LLC Transfer Exemption
Water Street Land, LLC and New England Hydropower, LLC have submitted a notice of transfer of exemption, indicating a change in ownership or control of a hydropower project.
Mississippi Hub, LLC Announces Availability of Environmental Assessment for MS Hub Capacity Expansion Project
Mississippi Hub, LLC has made the Environmental Assessment for its proposed MS Hub Capacity Expansion Project available to the public.
Idaho Power Company Solicits Comments on Settlement Agreement Notice
Idaho Power Company is soliciting comments on its Notice of Settlement Agreement, a legal document outlining the terms of a settlement. The company is seeking public input on the agreement.
Identification of Foreign Countries Whose Nationals Are Eligible To Participate in the H-2A and H-2B Nonimmigrant Worker Programs
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has designated 88 countries for H-2A and 89 countries for H-2B nonimmigrant worker programs, allowing nationals of these countries to participate in the coming year. The designations are effective for one year after publication in the Federal Register.
US Coast Guard Establishes Safety Zone on Delaware River
The US Coast Guard is creating a safety zone on the Delaware River near Eddystone, PA, to protect life on navigable waters during non-lethal signaling and warning device training.
FEMA Submits Information Collection for OMB Review
FEMA seeks public comment on extending a currently approved information collection for National Fire Academy training evaluation forms, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Coast Guard Establishes Temporary SLR for San Diego Fleet Week Veterans Day Boat Parade
The Coast Guard is setting a temporary special local regulation for the San Diego Fleet Week Veterans Day Boat Parade on November 11, 2024, to ensure the safety of participants and spectators in San Diego Bay, California.
Amendment of Class E Airspace; Tarboro, NC
The Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend Class E airspace in Tarboro, NC, to accommodate a new instrument approach procedure for the ECU Health Edgecombe Heliport, while also updating coordinates for Tarboro Edgecombe Airport.
FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for CFM International Engines
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive for certain CFM International, S.A. Model LEAP-1A, LEAP-1B, and LEAP-1C engines due to a quality issue with low-pressure turbine disks.
EPA Updates Civil Monetary Penalty Amounts for Inflation Adjustment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is updating its civil monetary penalty amounts to reflect inflation, as required by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990. The EPA will notify readers that listed penalty amounts may be outdated and refer them to the correct amounts in its regulation.
EPA Extends Public Comment Period for Mosaic Fertilizer's Small-scale Road Pilot Project
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the public comment period for a pending approval of a Small-scale Road Pilot Project on Private Land in Florida submitted by Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC, until November 15, 2024.
EPA Proposes Correction to Coal Combustion Residual Rule
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to correct three errors in a May 8, 2024 rule related to coal combustion residual surface impoundments and management units under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
EPA Corrects Errors in Coal Combustion Residuals Rule
The Environmental Protection Agency is taking direct final action to correct errors in a May 8, 2024 rule regarding legacy coal combustion residuals surface impoundments and management units under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
EPA Proposes Correction to Louisiana Air Plan Disapproval
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to correct a portion of its December 7, 2023, disapproval of a Louisiana state implementation plan revision, related to excess emissions provisions.
Cashout Settlement Agreement: Broderick Wood Products, Superfund Site, Adams County, Colorado, Broderick Investment Company
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a Cashout Settlement Agreement with the State of Colorado and Broderick Investment Company to settle alleged civil liability for the Broderick Wood Products Superfund Site in Adams County, Colorado. The agreement allows Broderick Investment Company to make a cash payment to address the liability.
Pesticide Tolerances for Soybean and Related Products
The U.S. government has established tolerances for fluindapyr residues on soybean, forage, hay, soybean hulls, and soybean seed, following a request from FMC Corporation under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
EPA Denies Petition to Object to Ultramar Inc.'s Operating Permit Renewal
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator signed an order on October 4, 2024, denying a petition from Dr. Genghmun Eng to object to a Clean Air Act operating permit renewal for Ultramar Inc.'s refinery in Wilmington, California.
EPA Proposes Revisions to Arizona Air Quality Plan
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposes revisions to the Maricopa County Air Quality Department's (MCAQD) portion of the Arizona State Implementation Plan (SIP) to regulate VOC emissions from loading of organic liquids and gasoline, while also disapproving a control technology demonstration for the Phoenix-Mesa ozone nonattainment area.
EPA Releases Update on Lead National Ambient Air Quality Standards Analysis
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing an update on the approach for the quantitative human exposure and health risk analyses for the lead national ambient air quality standards, set to protect public health and welfare.
American Centrifuge Operating, LLC Terminates Special Nuclear Material License for Lead Cascade Facility
American Centrifuge Operating, LLC, a subsidiary of Centrus Energy Corp., has requested the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission to terminate its Special Nuclear Material License No. SNM-7003 for the Lead Cascade Facility in Piketon, Ohio, due to no longer needing the license.
Petitions Filed for Reconsideration of Interstate Inmate Calling Services Rates
Several groups have filed petitions for reconsideration with the Commission regarding rates for interstate inmate calling services, citing concerns over the implementation of the Martha Wright-Reed Act.
FCC Modifies System of Records to Comply with Privacy Act of 1974
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has modified its system of records, FCC/OGC-3, to comply with the Privacy Act of 1974, which requires the agency to publish notice of the records in the Federal Register. The system collects personally identifiable information (PII) for settlement negotiations and litigation.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Advisory Committee to Hold Public Meeting
The Olympic Peninsula Resource Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting to improve collaborative relationships and provide advice on projects and recreation fee proposals for the Olympic National Forest, as authorized by the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act and the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act.
Decision To Authorize the Importation of Fresh Hass Avocado From Guatemala Into the United States
The US has authorized the importation of fresh Hass avocados from Guatemala, following a pest risk analysis that deemed phytosanitary measures sufficient to mitigate risks of plant pests or weeds.
APHIS Announces Proposed Adjusted User Fee Rates for Veterinary Services
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is proposing adjusted user fee rates for veterinary diagnostic goods and services, as well as services for imports and exports of live animals and animal products, in an effort to align fees with the costs of providing these services.
Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Issues Final Rule on Audits of Awardees
The Rural Utilities Service (RUS), a division of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), is releasing a final rule to update its audit policy, removing unnecessary reports, clarifying contact information and filing procedures, and removing outdated references to provide consistency for all recipients of RUS awards.
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service adopts categorical exclusions for land management activities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, is adopting multiple categorical exclusions from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management and Department of Energy, allowing for streamlined decision-making on similar land management activities.
Forest Service Initiates Land Management Plan Revision for Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service is revising the land management plan for the Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands in Colorado and Kansas, following the 2012 Planning Rule and National Forest Management Act, with the goal of creating a new plan that will guide resource management activities for approximately 15 years.
Request for Public Input About Implementation of the Conservation Practices To Support Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is seeking public input on revising the Conservation Practice Standards (CPS) to enhance the climate change mitigation and adaptation benefits of its existing conservation programs, including the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), and Conservation Technical Assistance. The proposed changes are informed by peer-reviewed scientific literature and are supported by funding from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Farm Bill.
HOLON U.S. Inc. Seeks Temporary Exemption for Automated Electric Bus
HOLON U.S. Inc. has petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for a temporary exemption from certain Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for its automated electric bus, citing the need for flexibility in implementing advanced safety features.
Learning From Tribal Governments' Experiences With American Rescue Plan Programs
The Regulatory Secretariat Division will submit a request to the Office of Management and Budget to review and approve a new information collection request regarding data collection activities conducted by the Office of Economic Development and Analysis (OES). The goal is to learn from the experiences of Tribal governments with the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) programs, which provided funding for Tribal governments during the pandemic.
Ferrosilicon From Russia
The Russian government has announced plans to increase production of ferrosilicon, a key component in steel production, with the goal of reducing dependence on imported materials and supporting the country's steel industry, which has faced significant challenges in recent years due to global market fluctuations and supply chain disruptions.
U.S. International Trade Commission Denies Review of Administrative Law Judge's Ruling on Corporate Title Change
The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided not to review a ruling by an administrative law judge that allowed a company to change its corporate title in a trade case, following an unopposed motion.
FDA Proposes Changes to Over-the-Counter Monograph M012
The FDA is announcing proposed changes to the over-the-counter medication monograph M012, which would remove certain ingredients from cold and allergy medications due to their ineffectiveness.
FDA Increases Fees for Color Additive Certification Services
The FDA is raising fees for color additive certification services to ensure it can maintain an adequate program as required by the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
FDA Requests Comments on Export Lists for Human Food
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public comment on the listing requirements of other countries and its approach to facilitating U.S. industry compliance with these requirements through the issuance of export certification for human food products.
USPTO Updates Manual of Patent Examining Procedure
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has released a revised version of the Ninth Edition of the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP), effective January 2024, to improve access to essential guidance for patent examiners and the public, and to ensure the issuance of robust and reliable patents that promote innovation.
CPSC Extends Comment Period for Proposed Rulemaking on Water Bead Toys
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is extending the comment period for its proposed rulemaking on water bead toys by 30 days, following a request from stakeholders to review additional testing data, in response to a notice of proposed rulemaking published on September 9, 2024.
IRS Proposes Rules for Dual Consolidated Losses and Foreign Tax Treatment
The IRS is holding a public hearing on proposed regulations addressing dual consolidated losses, intercompany transactions, and foreign taxes, with the goal of ensuring multinational enterprises pay a minimum level of tax.
DOL Extends Timeframes for Employee Benefit Plans Affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced an extension of certain timeframes under ERISA and the Internal Revenue Code for employee benefit plans affected by the hurricanes, allowing more time for plan participants, beneficiaries, and claimants to take action.