💰NIH Grant Review Meetings for Small Businesses Announced
The Department of Health and Human Services announces closed meetings of the Center for Scientific Review, focusing on reviewing and evaluating grant applications related to small businesses in health and scientific fields. These virtual meetings are critical for businesses seeking funding for therapeutic development and biomedical technologies.
Learn More⚖️EPA's Order on Clean Air Act Permit for Torrance Refining Company
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator signed an order dated January 7, 2025, granting in part and denying in part a petition dated July 10, 2024, from Del Amo Action Committee. The petition requested that the EPA object to a Clean Air Act (CAA) title V operating permit renewal issued by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) to Torrance Refining Company, LLC, located in Los Angeles County, California.
Learn More✈️New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Aircraft
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A11 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an investigation of an in-service hydraulic fluid leakage event that indicated the potential use of an uncalibrated torque wrench when tightening the union fittings at the pressure and return interfaces of all three rudder hydraulic power control units (PCUs). This AD requires properly torquing the rudder PCU hydraulic fittings and applying the torque seal on the rudder PCU hydraulic fittings. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More💡NSF Seeks Input on Key Technology Focus Areas for Innovation
The U.S. National Science Foundation seeks input from academia, non-profits, philanthropy, state and local government, venture capital, the private sector and any other interested parties to inform the agency's assessment and potential update of the Key Technology Focus Areas as described in Public Law 117-167 (Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act.)
Learn More🌍EPA Order on Clean Air Act Operating Permit for Harvest Four Corners
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator signed an order dated May 30, 2025, granting in part and denying in part a petition dated October 21, 2024, from the Center of Biological Diversity. The petition requested that the EPA object to a Clean Air Act (CAA) title V operating permit issued by the New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED) to Harvest Four Corners, LLC, 32-9 Central Delivery Point (CDP) located in San Juan County, New Mexico.
Learn More📦Upcoming Price Changes for International Mailing Services
On April 9, 2025, the Postal Service published notice of mailing services price adjustments with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC). The PRC concluded that the price adjustments contained in the Postal Service's notification may go into effect on July 13, 2025. The Postal Service will revise Notice 123, Price List, to reflect the new mailing services prices.
Learn More📊SEC Proposes Changes to ICC Default Management Procedures
The SEC is soliciting comments on ICE Clear Credit LLC's proposed revisions to its Default Management Procedures and Clearing Rules. The changes aim to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accuracy of default management processes by automating key functions and removing outdated mechanisms, ultimately improving risk management capabilities.
Learn More🚢Federal Maritime Commission Complaint Filed Against Top Shipping Systems
The Federal Maritime Commission has received a complaint from FormuKleen, Inc. against Top Shipping Systems, Corp., alleging violations of the Shipping Act and regulatory statutes concerning container management and related charges. The complaint is currently under the jurisdiction of the Office of Administrative Law Judges, with decisions expected by the end of 2026.
Learn More💊FDA Notice on Regulatory Review Period for VELSIPITY Patent Extension
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) has determined the regulatory review period for VELSIPITY and is publishing this notice of that determination as required by law. FDA has made the determination because of the submission of an application to the Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Department of Commerce, for the extension of a patent which claims that human drug product.
Learn More💹SEC Review of Cboe BZX's Proposed Rule Change for Crypto ETF
The SEC is evaluating a proposed rule change by Cboe BZX Exchange to amend the listing and trading rules for the Franklin Crypto Index ETF, permitting the staking of ether. This move could influence regulatory compliance and the market dynamics of cryptocurrency investment. Comments from interested parties are encouraged to guide the Commission's decision.
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