📄Proposed Information Collection on Voucher for Payment of Awards
The Department of the Treasury, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Currently, the Bureau of the Fiscal Service within the Department of the Treasury is soliciting comments concerning the Voucher for Payment of Awards.
Learn More🚫Limited Exclusion Order on Eye Cosmetics
Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined to issue a limited exclusion order ("LEO") barring entry of certain eye cosmetics and packaging therefor that are imported by or on behalf of the following respondents previously found in default: Kaibeauty of Taipei City, Taiwan; I'll Global Co., Ltd of Seoul, South Korea; Hikari Laboratories, Ltd. of Bnei Atarot, Israel; and Kelz Beauty of Budapest, Hungary (collectively, "the Defaulting Respondents"). The investigation is terminated.
Learn More📈SEC Notice for Joint Transactions by BlackRock Investment Entities
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application from BlackRock entities seeking an order for joint transactions under the Investment Company Act. The application aims to allow certain investment companies to co-invest in portfolio companies, presenting streamlined terms compared to previous orders. Interested parties can request a hearing on this matter until May 5, 2025.
Learn More📈MEMX Announces New Tape C Quoting Tier for Equities Trading
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding MEMX LLC's proposed rule change, introducing the Tape C Quoting Tier. This amendment aims to provide additive rebates for trading in Tape C securities, thereby enhancing liquidity and market quality, allowing for improved trading conditions within a competitive exchange landscape.
Learn More🏢Notice on Proposed Information Collection for RETAIN Initiative
The Department of Labor (DOL) Office of Disability Employment Policy is soliciting comments regarding this ODEP-sponsored information collection for the Retaining Employment and Talent After Injury/Illness Network (RETAIN) Demonstration Projects and Evaluation. As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, DOL conducts a pre-clearance request for comment to provide the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request helps to ensure that: requested data can be provided in the desired format; reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized; collection instruments are clearly understood; and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed.
Learn More⚖️Regulation Reduces Size of the Board of Immigration Appeals
This interim final rule ("IFR") amends the Department of Justice ("Department") regulations relating to the organization of the Board of Immigration Appeals ("Board" or "BIA") by reducing the Board to 15 members.
Learn More💰Notice of Closed Meeting at National Institute of Health
The National Institutes of Health announces a closed meeting of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Special Emphasis Panel to review grant applications. The session, conducted virtually, aims to evaluate proposals while maintaining confidentiality around sensitive information pertaining to trade secrets and personal privacy.
Learn More📈SEC Proposal Change for Fidelity Women's Leadership and Sustainability ETFs
The SEC released a notice regarding a proposed rule change reflecting an amendment to the application and exemptive order governing the Fidelity Women's Leadership ETF and Fidelity Sustainability U.S. Equity ETF. The changes are designed to enhance investment flexibility and transparency while ensuring regulatory compliance with existing standards.
Learn More⚡Authorization for Continued Operation of Aziscohos Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy has issued a notice for the continued operation of the Aziscohos Hydroelectric Project under the supervision of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The notice includes terms for issuing annual licenses and requirements for operations pending new licensing decisions, ensuring ongoing project continuity.
Learn More🐚Removal of Marine Archaeology Protection Rule
Under the Congressional Review Act, Congress passed, and the President signed, a joint resolution disapproving the final "Protection of Marine Archaeology Resources" rule published by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) on September 3, 2024. That rule required lessees and operators to submit an archaeological report with any oil and gas exploration or development plan they submit to BOEM for approval of proposed activities on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). Under the joint resolution and by operation of the Congressional Review Act, the "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources" rule has no force or effect.
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