📦New Aluminum Import Duties and Regulations for Businesses Impacting 2025
The President issued Proclamation 10895 "Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into the United States," (Aluminum Presidential Proclamation) on February 10, 2025, imposing specified rates of duty on imports of aluminum. In Proclamation 10895, the President authorized and directed the Secretary of Commerce to publish modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) so that it conforms to the amendments and effective dates in the proclamation. The revised HTSUS is set out in Annex 1 to this notice.
Learn More🧶Safety Compliance Regulations for Carpets and Rugs Explained
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) announces that the Commission has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of information collection requirements for manufacturers and importers of carpets and rugs in the Standard for the Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs and the Standard for the Surface Flammability of Small Carpets and Rugs, issued under the Flammable Fabrics Act (FFA). OMB previously approved the collection of information under Control Number 3041-0017. OMB's most recent extension of approval will expire on March 31, 2025. On December 10, 2024, CPSC published a notice in the Federal Register to announce the agency's intention to seek extension of approval of the collection of information. The Commission did not receive any public comments. Therefore, by publication of this notice, the Commission announces that CPSC has submitted to the OMB a request for extension of approval of that collection of information.
Learn More🐬Proposed Marine Mammal Harassment Authorization for Harbor Project
NMFS has received a request from the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to geotechnical drilling in St. George, Alaska. Pursuant to the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS is requesting comments on its proposal to issue an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to incidentally take marine mammals during the specified activities. NMFS is also requesting comments on a possible one-time, 1-year renewal that could be issued under certain circumstances and if all requirements are met, as described in Request for Public Comments at the end of this notice. NMFS will consider public comments prior to making any final decision on the issuance of the requested MMPA authorization and agency responses will be summarized in the final notice of our decision.
Learn More✈️Proposed Airworthiness Directive by FAA for Airbus A350 Models
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a determination that certain master minimum equipment list (MMEL) items do not comply with MMEL certification requirements. This proposed AD would require revising the operator's existing FAA- approved minimum equipment list (MEL), as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference (IBR). The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More⚡Notice of Transfer of Hydroelectric Project Exemption in California
The Department of Energy announces the transfer of exemption from licensing for the Canyon Creek Hydroelectric Project to Pacific Power Partners, LLC. This exemption facilitates business operations without Commission approval, potentially influencing energy production and regulatory compliance in El Dorado County, California.
Learn More📝SEC Notice
The Securities and Exchange Commission published a notice document in the Federal Register on February 27, 2025, concerning a Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Reinstatement without Change: Reports of Evidence of Material Violations. The document contained a typographical error.
Learn More🏦Comment Request on Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Data Collection
The Department of the Treasury will submit the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, on or after the date of publication of this notice. The public is invited to submit comments on this request.
Learn More⚡Yuba County Water Agency Hydroelectric Project Regulatory Notice
The Department of Energy issues a notice regarding the Yuba County Water Agency's application for a new major license for the Narrows Hydroelectric Project. This document invites public comments and outlines the project's specifications, including its operational framework and environmental analysis readiness. Various key dates and details for stakeholder engagement are also provided.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Rule Change for FLEX Trading in Bitcoin ETF
The SEC has designated a longer review period for Nasdaq PHLX's proposed rule change that would allow FLEX Trading in the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. This extension is intended to provide the Commission more time to consider the implications of the proposed rule change following public comments received, as regulatory decisions regarding such financial products can significantly impact market dynamics.
Learn More🚆Railroad Cost Recovery Procedures
In a decision served on February 28, 2025, the Board proposed to adopt 1.014 (1.4% per year) as the measure of average (geometric mean) change in railroad productivity for the 2019-2023 (five-year) period. The Board's February 28, 2025 decision stated that comments may be filed addressing any perceived data and computational errors in the Board's calculation. The decision also stated that, unless a further order is issued postponing the effective date, the decision will take effect on March 20, 2025.
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