💉FDA Updates on Susceptibility Test Interpretive Criteria Announced
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is announcing the availability of the Agency's annual compilation of notices of updates to the Agency's Susceptibility Test Interpretive Criteria web page. The Agency established the Susceptibility Test Interpretive Criteria web page on December 13, 2017, and since establishment has provided updates to both the format of the web pages and the susceptibility test interpretive criteria identified and recognized by FDA on the web pages. FDA is publishing this notice in accordance with procedures established by the 21st Century Cures Act (Cures Act).
Learn More🌫️Louisiana's Air Quality Regulation Proposal by EPA on SO₂ Transport
Pursuant to the Federal Clean Air Act (CAA or the Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve the portion of the State Implementation Plan (SIP) submittal from the State of Louisiana demonstrating that the State satisfies the interstate transport requirements of section 110(a)(2)(D)(i)(I), also known as the "good neighbor" provision of the CAA, for the 2010 1-hour sulfur dioxide (SO<INF>2</INF>) primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS). The good neighbor provision requires each State's implementation plan contain adequate provisions prohibiting the interstate transport of air pollution in amounts that will contribute significantly to nonattainment, or interfere with maintenance, of a NAAQS in any other State.
Learn More⚠️Revised NRC Form 3 Notice to Employees Available Now
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is announcing the availability of the latest version of NRC Form 3, "Notice to Employees." The NRC Form 3 describes certain responsibilities and rights of employers and employees who engage in NRC-regulated activities, including how employees can report violations or other safety concerns directly to the NRC. Licensees are required by law to post the form at prominent locations at the workplace to permit workers to view it easily.
Learn More📄NIH Announcement on Closed Meetings for Minority Health Grants
The Department of Health and Human Services announces closed meetings by the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities to evaluate grant applications. These meetings will focus on research related to health disparities and are intended to protect confidential information associated with the applications.
Learn More📈Cboe Futures Exchange Proposes Rule Change for Multiple Clearing Houses
The Cboe Futures Exchange (CFE) has proposed a rule change to enable the use of multiple clearing houses for its products, specifically allowing for the inclusion of Cboe Clear U.S. (CCUS) alongside The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC). This change is aimed at facilitating more efficient clearance and settlement processes in futures trading.
Learn More📝PBGC Information Collection Approval Process and Business Impact
The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) intends to request that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) extend approval, under the Paperwork Reduction Act, of a collection of information contained in its regulation on Rules for Administrative Review of Agency Decisions. This notice informs the public of PBGC's intent and solicits public comment on the collection of information.
Learn More💼SEC Rule 12b-1 Compliance and Business Implications
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a notice regarding the extension of Rule 12b-1, which governs the distribution expenses of registered open-end investment companies. The rule mandates written plans and board approvals to ensure compliance and protect shareholder interests, requiring funds to maintain specific records and reporting practices for effective oversight.
Learn More✈️FAA Airworthiness Directive for Boeing
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2021-09- 06, which applied to all The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. AD 2021-09-06 required repetitive inspections for cracking of the left- and right-hand outboard chords of certain frame fittings and failsafe straps at a certain station around eight fasteners, and repair if any cracking is found. This AD was prompted by additional reports of cracking in the area and a subsequent determination that additional inspections are needed to address the unsafe condition. This AD requires repetitive detailed and ultrasonic inspections for cracking of the left- and right-hand sides of certain frame fittings and failsafe straps, and repair if any cracking is found. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More⛽Sabal Trail Transmission Requests Extension for Pipeline Project
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received a request from Sabal Trail Transmission, LLC for an extension until May 1, 2027, to complete Phase III of its construction project in Georgia and Florida. The project has significant pipeline capacity and has over 94% subscribed under long-term contracts. Comments are encouraged during the established 15-day period.
Learn More🚗Texas EPA Approves Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program
Pursuant to the Federal Clean Air Act (CAA or the Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving revisions to the Texas State Implementation Plan (SIP) submitted to the EPA by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ or State) on December 18, 2023. The SIP revisions address Control of Air Pollution from Motor Vehicles and establish a Motor Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) program for the San Antonio ozone nonattainment area. The revisions also update definitions and address options for displaying a vehicle's registration as proof of compliance with I/M requirements. Additionally, this final action terminates the EPA's requirement to promulgate a Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) for a Basic I/M program in the San Antonio nonattainment area.
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