⚛️NRC Proposes Rule to Extend Nuclear Design Certifications to 40 Years
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to amend its regulations to revise the duration of design certifications (DCs). Specifically, this proposed rule would replace the 15-year duration for DCs with a 40-year duration period, both for existing DCs currently in effect and generically for future DCs, including renewals. This proposed rule would not change the date of issuance or renewal for existing DCs (i.e., the start date by which an existing DC may be referenced would remain unchanged). The proposed rule would also incorporate a minor editorial correction.
Learn More✈️Antitrust Concerns Over Safran's Acquisition of Collins Aerospace
The Department of Justice has fielded a complaint against Safran S.A.'s proposed acquisition of Collins Aerospace citing antitrust violations. The proposed Final Judgment requires Safran to divest its North American actuation business, ensuring the maintenance of competition in the aerospace sector for critical actuators used in large aircraft. Public comments are invited as part of the regulatory process.
Learn More⛽FTC Consent Agreement Analysis
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of Federal law prohibiting unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis of Agreement Containing Consent Orders to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the complaint and the terms of the consent order--embodied in the consent agreement--that would settle these allegations.
Learn More📊FTC Consent Agreement on Omnicom's Acquisition of IPG Explained
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of Federal law prohibiting unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis of Proposed Consent Order to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the complaint and the terms of the consent order--embodied in the consent agreement--that would settle these allegations.
Learn More📄Rust Foundation Notice on Antitrust Membership Changes
The Department of Justice has provided notice of the Rust Foundation's membership changes, following the National Cooperative Research and Production Act. New members have joined while others have withdrawn, impacting the group research project's collaborative framework. Membership remains open for future participation.
Learn More🔬Changes in AIM Photonics Membership Notification by DOJ
The Department of Justice announces updates regarding the AIM Photonics initiative, detailing changes in membership that include the addition of new companies and the withdrawal of others. This notice serves as a compliance update under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, emphasizing the initiative's ongoing commitment to collaboration in photonics manufacturing innovation.
Learn More📡Changes in Mobile Satellite Services Association Membership Notice
The Department of Justice published a notice regarding the Mobile Satellite Services Association's membership changes, including the addition of two companies and the withdrawal of one. The notice is filed under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act, maintaining transparency in membership and planned activities.
Learn More📈ASTM International Notice on Antitrust Compliance and Standards
The Department of Justice's notice under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act informs about ASTM International's recent updates to its standards development activities. It highlights the ongoing efforts to limit antitrust plaintiffs' recoveries under certain conditions, signifying the importance of regulatory compliance within various industries.
Learn More💉Notice of Membership Changes in Drug Development Consortium
The Department of Justice issued a notice regarding the Subcutaneous Drug Development & Delivery Consortium's membership changes, adding notable companies like Gilead Sciences and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. The notice outlines the consortium's authority under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act, emphasizing its aim to limit antitrust liability while maintaining openness to new members.
Learn More🔒Notice on NFPA Standards Development and Antitrust Protections
The Department of Justice announces the National Fire Protection Association's filing regarding updates to its standards development activities. The notice includes information on regulations and compliance for businesses involved in fire safety standards, emphasizing the ongoing provisions under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act to limit antitrust recovery to actual damages under specific conditions.
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