🌸Nonregulated Status for Genetically Engineered Moth Orchid Petition
We are advising the public that the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has received a petition from Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Limited seeking a determination of nonregulated status for ISK-311NR-4 Phalaenopsis (moth orchid) which has been developed using genetic engineering to produce a blue-purple flower color. We are making the petition, draft plant pest risk assessment, and draft environmental assessment available for public review and comment.
Learn More⚡Update on Environmental Assessment for Hydroelectric Project Relicense
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has updated the procedural schedule for the Environmental Assessment of the White River Hydroelectric Project. This follows a relicense application from Northern States Power Company, aiming to evaluate the project's impacts and outline key milestones in the review process. Further updates to the schedule may occur as needed.
Learn More🎆Safety Zone Regulation for Ashland 4th of July Fireworks
The Coast Guard will enforce a safety zone for the Ashland 4th of July Firework Display to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during this event in Ashland, WI. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting, or anchoring within the safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port (COTP) Marine Safety Unit Duluth or a designated representative.
Learn More📈Proposed Rule Change for Options Trading on Hashdex ETF
The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a proposed rule change that would allow the Nasdaq ISE to list and trade options on the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF. The change aims to provide investors with additional investment tools and is drafted to ensure compliance with existing market regulations while addressing potential manipulative behaviors in trading.
Learn More⚙️Presidential Waiver on Defense Production Act and Business Impact
The memorandum outlines a waiver of statutory requirements under the Defense Production Act of 1950, aimed at boosting the capacity for producing munitions and critical minerals essential for national defense. The directive emphasizes the necessity of a resilient domestic industrial base to ensure national security, directing relevant departments to take immediate action.
Learn More📉Cboe BZX Introduces Program for Small Retail Brokers with Fee Waivers
Cboe BZX Exchange proposes a rule change to establish a Small Retail Broker Hosted Solutions Program, aiming to enhance data accessibility for retail investors. The initiative includes fee waivers for hosting brokers and external subscribers, promoting collaboration within the sector. This aims to foster competitiveness and broaden market access, potentially benefiting smaller firms and their investors.
Learn More⛴️Coast Guard Notice on Information Collection for Tank Vessels
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 the U.S. Coast Guard is forwarding an Information Collection Request (ICR), abstracted below, to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requesting an extension of its approval for the following collection of information: 1625-0101, Periodic Gauging and Engineering Analyses for Certain Tank Vessels Over 30 Years Old; without change. Our ICR describes the information we seek to collect from the public. Review and comments by OIRA ensure we only impose paperwork burdens commensurate with our performance of duties.
Learn More⚠️PHMSA Seeks Feedback on Hazardous Materials Regulations Revisions
PHMSA is publishing this advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to solicit stakeholder feedback on whether to repeal or amend any requirements in the Hazardous Materials Rulemaking Procedures and Program Procedures, or the Hazardous Materials Regulations to eliminate undue burdens on the identification, development, and use of domestic energy resources and to improve government efficiency.
Learn More🛢️Schedule for Environmental Assessment of Spindletop Expansion Project
The Department of Energy announces the preparation of an environmental assessment for the Spindletop Expansion Project by Golden Triangle Storage, LLC. The project aims to enhance natural gas storage capacity in Texas, involving significant infrastructure development and regulatory reviews, including a 30-day comment period for stakeholder feedback.
Learn More📈NYSE Rule 4530 Proposed Change
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding the proposed adoption of NYSE Rule 4530, which establishes new reporting requirements for member organizations. This rule includes mandates for reporting specified events and customer complaints, aimed at enhancing regulatory compliance and harmonization among exchanges. The proposed rule change is open for public comment before its implementation.
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