📜Discontinuation of Accelerated Examination Program for Utilities
In order to efficiently allocate examination-related resources to address pendency, and in view of the low number of requests for Accelerated Examination and the availability of a statutory program to expedite the prosecution of applications (Track One, prioritized examination), the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is discontinuing the Accelerated Examination program for utility applications. The USPTO is also modifying the rules of practice to clarify the grounds for which a petition to make special may be granted and when a fee is required for such petition.
Learn More🏛️Open Federal Advisory Committee Meeting
Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, the Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976, the Department of Defense announces that the following Federal advisory committee meeting will take place.
Learn More📡FCC Regulatory Notice on Information Collection for Businesses
As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collections. Comments are requested concerning: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees. The FCC may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid OMB control number.
Learn More⚖️DEA Revokes Registration for Serge Menkin, M.D. Due to Non-Compliance
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued an Order to Show Cause for the revocation of Dr. Serge Menkin's registration, citing his lack of authority to handle controlled substances due to an inactive license. The order underscores the necessity for practitioners to maintain compliance with state licensing laws to engage in dispensing controlled substances.
Learn More📋CPSC Notice on Third Party Conformity Assessment Requirements
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) requests comments on a proposed extension of approval of information collection requirements pertaining to third party conformity assessment bodies. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) previously approved the collection of information under control number 3041-0156. OMB's most recent extension of approval will expire on September 30, 2025. The Commission will consider all comments received in response to this notice before requesting an extension of this collection of information from OMB.
Learn More📈Nasdaq Proposed Rule 5712
The SEC is reviewing a Nasdaq proposal to create new rules for listing and trading commodity- and digital asset-based investment interests. This initiative aims to expand investment opportunities in cryptocurrencies and related assets, subject to regulatory scrutiny to ensure investor protection and market integrity.
Learn More⚛️NRC Report on Abnormal Occurrences
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing NUREG- 0090, Volume 47, "Report to Congress on Abnormal Occurrences: Fiscal Year 2024." The report describes those events that the NRC or an Agreement State identified as abnormal occurrences (AOs) during fiscal year (FY) 2024, based on the criteria defined by the Commission. The report describes seven events at Agreement State-licensed facilities and one event at an NRC-licensed facility.
Learn More⚡Cube Yadkin's Motion to Extend Compliance Deadline Explained
Cube Yadkin Transmission LLC filed a motion to withdraw a compliance filing and requested an extension until July 12, 2027, to meet requirements of Order Nos. 881 and 881-A. The company cites inadequate time to develop necessary processes and train personnel for compliance, ensuring operational reliability. Answers to this motion are due by June 9, 2025.
Learn More🌍Countries Requiring Cooperation With International Boycotts
The Department of the Treasury publishes a list of countries necessitating participation in or cooperation with an international boycott as per the Internal Revenue Code. The identified countries include Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Yemen. This notice provides crucial compliance information for businesses regarding international operations and tax implications.
Learn More⚛️NRC Monthly Notice
Pursuant to section 189a.(2) of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended (the Act), the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is publishing this regular monthly notice. The Act requires the Commission to publish notice of any amendments issued, or proposed to be issued, and grants the Commission the authority to issue and make immediately effective any amendment to an operating license or combined license, as applicable, upon a determination by the Commission that such amendment involves no significant hazards consideration (NSHC), notwithstanding the pendency before the Commission of a request for a hearing from any person.
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