📈Proposed Rule Change for Industry Member Fees in 2025
The SEC issued a notice regarding a proposed rule change by MEMX LLC that introduces new fees for industry members related to the National Market System Plan for the Consolidated Audit Trail. This initiative aims to recover budgeted costs and enforce compliance among securities firms from July to December 2025.
Learn More🎣New Regulation on Pacific Halibut Charter Fishing Stamps
This final rule authorizes fee collection for the Recreational Quota Entity (RQE) Program. A charter halibut stamp (stamp) is required under this final rule for every charter vessel angler, 18 years of age or older, for each charter vessel fishing trip in a given calendar day, or each calendar day during a charter vessel fishing trip that spans multiple days, who intends to catch and retain halibut on a charter vessel in International Pacific Halibut Commission (IPHC) regulatory areas 2C in Southeast Alaska and 3A in South Central Alaska. Persons who hold charter halibut permits (CHPs) must purchase electronic stamps from NMFS. Charter vessel guides are required to validate a stamp for each adult charter vessel angler intending to catch and retain halibut on a charter vessel fishing trip. This final rule is necessary to promote stability and economic viability in the charter halibut fishery and is intended to promote the goals and objectives of the Magnuson- Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (Magnuson-Stevens Act), the Northern Pacific Halibut Act of 1982 (Halibut Act), and other applicable laws.
Learn More⚛️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🏗️NRC Revises Nuclear Design Certification Duration to 40 Years
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is amending its regulations to revise the duration of design certifications (DCs). Specifically, this direct final rule replaces 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 direct final rule does not change the date of issuance or renewal for existing DCs (i.e., the start date by which an existing DC may be referenced remains unchanged). This direct final rule also incorporates a minor editorial correction.
Learn More📄Amtrak FOIA Program Updates
The National Railroad Passenger Corporation ("Amtrak") needs to update the addresses, increase the fees on the fee schedule, and update methodology for filing FOIA requests.
Learn More💼Proposal for LCH SA Fee Grid Change Affecting CDS Dealers
The Securities and Exchange Commission published a notice regarding LCH SA's proposed amendments to its CDSClear Fee Grid, which includes the introduction of new fees applicable to CDS Dealers and the removal of outdated service references. The changes aim to enhance service offerings and compliance with regulatory standards.
Learn More📈Amendments to GEMX Pricing Schedule
The SEC has announced a notice regarding a proposed rule change by Nasdaq GEMX to amend its Pricing Schedule. Key amendments involve adjustments to Taker Fees and Qualifying Tier Thresholds, affecting fees for Market Makers and other participants, aimed at encouraging liquidity and competitive pricing for trading on GEMX.
Learn More⚛️NRC Fee Schedules Amendment for FY 2025
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is amending the licensing, inspection, special project, and annual fees charged to its applicants and licensees. These amendments are necessary to comply with the Nuclear Energy Innovation and Modernization Act, which requires the NRC to recover, to the maximum extent practicable, approximately 100 percent of its annual budget, less certain amounts excluded from this fee recovery requirement. In addition, the NRC is making amendments to implement a reduced hourly rate for advanced nuclear reactor applicants and pre-applicants for certain activities as required by the Accelerating Deployment of Versatile, Advanced Nuclear for Clean Energy Act of 2024.
Learn More💵Nasdaq GEMX Proposes New Fees for Nasdaq 100 Index Options
The Securities and Exchange Commission publishes a notice regarding Nasdaq GEMX’s proposed rule change to amend transaction fees for Nasdaq 100 Index options. The proposal includes a new surcharge aimed at reducing liquidity removal, affecting the pricing structure for Non-Priority Customers and encouraging increased liquidity on the exchange. Comments from the public are invited before implementation.
Learn More💵Nasdaq 100 Options Fee Change and Regulatory Notice
Nasdaq PHLX LLC has filed a proposed rule change to amend transaction fees for Nasdaq 100 Index options, introducing a surcharge aimed at reducing liquidity removal by Non-Customer orders. The proposal seeks to encourage market participants to add liquidity, thereby enhancing trading opportunities and pricing stability on the exchange.
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