🚛National Freight Strategic Plan 2025 Update RFI Analysis
The safe and efficient movement of freight is vital to the Nation's economic growth and to the creation of well-paying jobs for millions of Americans. In 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) published a National Freight Strategic Plan (NFSP). 49 U.S.C. 70102 requires the DOT to update the NFSP based on 17 components to address multimodal freight transportation. DOT seeks information from the public, including stakeholders (e.g., State, metropolitan planning organization, and local agencies, port authorities, private owners and operators, industry trade groups, shippers, and beneficial cargo owners) to aid development of the updated NFSP.
Learn More🏞️Executive Order to Establish Commission for America's Natural Conservation
The Executive Order aims to create the President's Make America Beautiful Again Commission to prioritize the conservation of America's natural resources. It emphasizes responsible stewardship of public lands, encourages collaborative conservation efforts, and seeks to expand outdoor recreation opportunities for future generations. The order addresses significant challenges in land management and promotes interagency cooperation for enhanced environmental policies.
Learn More🏭Request for Information on National Advanced Manufacturing Strategy
On behalf of the Subcommittee on Advanced Manufacturing of the National Science and Technology Council, the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) requests input from all interested parties on the development of a National Strategic Plan for Advanced Manufacturing. Through this Request for Information (RFI), OSTP seeks input from the public regarding Federal programs and activities to advance United States manufacturing competitiveness, including advanced manufacturing research and development that will create jobs, grow the economy across multiple industrial sectors, strengthen national security, and improve healthcare. The public input provided in response to this RFI will inform the development of the National Strategic Plan for Advanced Manufacturing.
Learn More🏭SBA Establishes Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee
The SBA announces its intent to establish the Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee. The Administrator has determined that establishing the Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee is necessary and in the public interest.
Learn More🏦Bank Merger Act Rule Restores Expedited Review Process
The OCC is adopting an interim final rule to restore the streamlined application and expedited review to its procedures for reviewing applications under the Bank Merger Act and rescinding a policy statement that summarized the OCC's review of proposed bank merger transactions under the Bank Merger Act.
Learn More🎨Cultural Objects Exhibition Notice
Notice is hereby given of the following determinations: I hereby determine that certain objects being imported from abroad pursuant to agreements with their foreign owners or custodians for temporary display in the exhibition "Northern Lights" at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, Buffalo, New York, and at possible additional exhibitions or venues yet to be determined, are of cultural significance, and, further, that their temporary exhibition or display within the United States as aforementioned is in the national interest. I have ordered that Public Notice of these determinations be published in the Federal Register.
Learn More📈Proclamation Overview
The proclamation celebrates National Small Business Week, highlighting the role of small businesses in driving the U.S. economy. It addresses recent challenges faced by entrepreneurs and outlines initiatives promoting regulatory relief, fair trade, and job creation while calling for recognition of small business contributions to the nation’s economy.
Learn More💼Impact of World Intellectual Property Day 2025 on Businesses
The proclamation for World Intellectual Property Day underscores the importance of safeguarding U.S. intellectual property to foster innovation. It highlights the Administration's ongoing efforts to protect American creators and their contributions to economic growth, alongside initiatives in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, and cybersecurity. The commitment to defend against IP theft strengthens U.S. competitiveness globally.
Learn More⚙️Executive Order
Executive Order 14278 aims to enhance workforce development in the U.S. by aligning federal investments with the skilled labor demands of emerging industries. It emphasizes expanding Registered Apprenticeships, researching ineffective programs, and improving transparency in workforce outcomes, ultimately preparing American workers for high-paying trade jobs.
Learn More🌍Certification of El Salvador's Business Environment and Reforms
The U.S. Department of State certifies that the government of El Salvador is implementing significant reforms to combat corruption, strengthen the rule of law, and enhance the business environment. Key initiatives focus on transparency, human rights protection, and economic growth, positioning El Salvador as a more attractive destination for foreign investment.
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