💰Nasdaq Proposes Listing Shares of Grayscale Polkadot Trust
The SEC is evaluating a proposed rule change from Nasdaq to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Polkadot Trust, which aims to reflect the value of DOT tokens. This initiative is subject to public comment and analysis regarding its compliance with securities regulations and investor protection standards.
Learn More🛩️Noise Compatibility Program Update for Laredo International Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration published a document in the Federal Register of April 3, 2025, notifying the public of the approval of the noise compatibility program at Laredo International Airport (LRD). The document contained references to an incorrect date for City of Laredo noise exposure maps (NEM) submittal.
Learn More📈SEC Proceedings on Bitwise Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Listing Proposal
The Securities and Exchange Commission has initiated proceedings to evaluate a proposed rule change by NYSE Arca to list and trade shares of the Bitwise Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF. The proposal aims to provide exposure to the value of bitcoin and ether, while ensuring compliance with securities regulations to protect investors and the public interest. Interested parties are invited to submit comments on the implications of this proposal.
Learn More⛏️Commercial Leasing Opportunity for OCS Minerals Offshore American Samoa
On April 8, 2025, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) received an unsolicited request that Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) minerals be offered for lease in an area offshore American Samoa. After reviewing the request, BOEM decided to initiate the first steps that could potentially lead to a lease sale by publishing this request for information and interest (RFI). This RFI is not a final decision to lease and does not prejudge any future Secretarial decisions concerning leasing on the American Samoan OCS. This RFI requests information and comments on, and indications of interest in, the leasing of OCS minerals in and around the area submitted in the unsolicited lease sale request, hereby referred to as the RFI Area. BOEM will consider information and interest received in response to this RFI when considering whether to proceed with additional steps leading to the offer of OCS minerals for lease offshore American Samoa. Those interested in providing comments or information should provide the information requested in section 6, "Types of Information and Comments Requested," of this RFI. Those interested in leasing in and around the RFI Area for OCS mineral development should provide the information described in section 7, "Requested Information for Indications of Interest." BOEM may or may not offer a lease for commercial OCS mineral development offshore American Samoa after further consultations, public participation, and environmental analyses.
Learn More⚓New Temporary Safety Zones for Sunrise Wind Farm Construction
The Coast Guard is establishing 85 temporary safety zones around the construction of individual wind energy facilities during the development of the Sunrise Wind Farm project area. The project area lies within Federal waters on the Outer Continental Shelf, specifically in the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Renewable Energy Lease Area OCS-A 0487, approximately 16 nautical miles south of Martha's Vineyard, MA. This action protects life, property, and the environment during construction of each facility. When a safety zone is being enforced, only attending vessels and vessels with authorization are permitted to enter or remain in the safety zone.
Learn More🏦Federal Regulation on Bank Holding Company Mergers & Acquisitions
The Federal Reserve System notifies stakeholders of applications for forming or acquiring bank holding companies under the Bank Holding Company Act. It includes procedures for public comments, as well as details on where and how these applications can be inspected or commented upon.
Learn More💊CDC Proposed Data Collection on Occupational Exposures in Healthcare
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as part of its continuing effort to reduce public burden and maximize the utility of government information, invites the general public and other federal agencies the opportunity to comment on a proposed information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice invites comment on a proposed information collection project titled Occupational exposures to waste anesthetic gases in healthcare professionals. The purpose of the proposed data collection is to assess occupational exposures to waste anesthetic gases (WAGs) in healthcare and veterinary workers in postanesthetic care units (PACUs) and veterinary hospitals, examine associated adverse acute health effects of WAGs and recommend control measures to reduce WAG exposures for healthcare and veterinary workers in PACUs and veterinary hospitals.
Learn More🌊Marine Mammal Take Authorization for U.S. Navy Construction Activities
In accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), as amended, and implementing regulations, notification is hereby given that a Letter of Authorization (LOA) has been issued to the U.S. Navy (Navy) for the take of marine mammals incidental to the Q8 Bulkhead repair and replacement project at Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Virginia.
Learn More📊Proposed Data Collection by CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as part of its continuing effort to reduce public burden and maximize the utility of government information, invites the general public and other federal agencies the opportunity to comment on a continuing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice invites comment on a proposed information collection project titled National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Respiratory Data. This data collection is designed to standardize the data elements collected across the country regarding the impact of respiratory viruses on healthcare facilities.
Learn More⚖️New Regulations under the Administrative False Claims Act
The Railroad Retirement Board amends its regulations to implement statutory amendments to the Administrative False Claims Act. These amendments revise and remove procedures under the Administrative False Claims Act that are no longer applicable due to statutory changes and implement new procedures allowing administrative false claims to be referred to the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals for adjudication.
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