☢️NRC Reopens Comment Period for High Temperature Reactors Guide
On December 13, 2024, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) solicited comments on draft Regulatory Guide (DG) DG-1436, "Acceptability of ASME Code, Section III, Division 5, `High Temperature Reactors.' " The public comment period closed on January 27, 2025. The NRC has decided to reopen the public comment period to allow more time for members of the public to develop and submit their comments.
Learn More🏡HUD Delays HOME Investment Partnerships Program Rule Implementation
On January 6, 2025, HUD published the "HOME Investment Partnerships Program: Program Updates and Streamlining" final rule (HOME Final Rule) in the Federal Register. The HOME Final Rule provides for the rule to take effect on February 5, 2025. Consistent with the President's January 20, 2025, memorandum titled "Regulatory Freeze Pending Review", this notice announces that HUD is delaying the effective date for the HOME Final Rule until April 20, 2025.
Learn More📄Thermal Paper Antidumping Duty Review Results
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that thermal paper from the Republic of Korea (Korea) was not sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) November 1, 2022, through October 31, 2023.
Learn More📜SEC Sunshine Act Meetings
The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a closed meeting to discuss various legal proceedings, including litigation claims and regulatory matters. The meeting is not open to the public, and the agenda may impact businesses significantly, particularly concerning compliance and enforcement of regulations.
Learn More🚫Executive Order on Funding for Gender Transition Procedures in Minors
Executive Order 14187 aims to protect children from medical interventions related to gender transition, prohibiting federal funding and promoting a policy shift in pediatric healthcare. It mandates a review of existing guidelines and outlines actions for various government departments to enforce these provisions and prioritize children's health.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on NYSE Arca's Market Data Fee Change
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has published a notice regarding NYSE Arca's proposed rule change to expand the Per User Access Fee for the NYSE Aggregated Lite data feed. This change is set to take effect soon, following a solicitation for public comments on the proposal to enhance compliance and operational protocols among market participants.
Learn More📋Comments Notice on Information Collection by HHS and CMS
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is announcing an opportunity for the public to comment on CMS' intention to collect information from the public. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension or reinstatement of an existing collection of information, and to allow a second opportunity for public comment on the notice. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including the necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the agency's functions, the accuracy of the estimated burden, ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected, and the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden.
Learn More🚑Executive Order 14182 enforces Hyde Amendment affecting businesses
Executive Order 14182 reaffirms the enforcement of the Hyde Amendment, aiming to prevent federal funding of elective abortions. It revokes prior executive orders and establishes a firm policy directive for federal agencies. The order directs the Office of Management and Budget to issue implementation guidance, ensuring compliance with this longstanding legislative policy.
Learn More🚫Executive Order on Ending Illegal Discrimination in the Workplace
Executive Order 14173 addresses illegal discrimination practices within the federal government and the private sector, emphasizing a commitment to merit-based opportunities. It revokes previous DEI initiatives and mandates compliance with civil rights laws across federal contracting and employment practices. The order aims to establish a fairer approach to opportunity while ensuring individual merit is prioritized over identity-based preferences.
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