📈SEC Proceedings on CoinShares XRP ETF Listing and Trade Approval
The Securities and Exchange Commission initiates proceedings to consider the approval of a proposed rule change by Nasdaq to list and trade shares of the CoinShares XRP ETF. This proceeding addresses the implications and concerns related to the cryptocurrency market, particularly focusing on the use of XRP and the necessary compliance with securities regulations.
Learn More💰Nasdaq Proposal for CoinShares Litecoin ETF
The Securities and Exchange Commission has initiated proceedings to determine the approval of the proposed rule change allowing the listing of CoinShares Litecoin ETF shares on the Nasdaq Stock Market. The proposal aims to reflect Litecoin's market performance while addressing regulatory concerns around investor protection and market manipulation, inviting public commentary.
Learn More📋Comment Request on Consumer Complaint Form by Federal Reserve
The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board) invites comment on a proposal to extend for three years, without revision, the Consumer Complaint Form (FR 1379c), and Interagency Appraisal Complaint Form (FR 1379d) (collectively FR 1379; OMB No. 7100-0135).
Learn More🌱USDA Withdraws Natural Grass Sod Promotion Program Proposal
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is withdrawing the proposed rule published in the Federal Register on December 10, 2024, that proposed a new grass sod research and promotion program under the Commodity Promotion, Research, and Information Act of 1996. The proposed Order was submitted to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) by Turfgrass Producers International (TPI), a group of natural grass sod producers. AMS conducted a referendum among eligible producers to determine whether they favor establishing a national promotion, research, and information program (Program). After reviewing the results of the producer referendum, a simple majority of industry producers who voted in the referendum are not in favor of establishing a Program, and therefore, the proposed rule is being withdrawn.
Learn More🐄Compliance Requirements for HPAI Testing in Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture seeks public comments on information collection requirements related to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in livestock and milk. Regulatory changes mandate testing and reporting for dairy cattle and raw milk to control HPAI's spread, which poses significant risks to the agricultural sector.
Learn More⚡Scott's Mill Hydro Project Application Ready for Environmental Analysis
The Department of Energy has announced the application for the Scott's Mill Hydroelectric Project, inviting public comments and providing detailed information about the project's location, capacity, and environmental measures. Key deadlines for submissions are highlighted, and compliance with federal regulations is emphasized, encouraging stakeholder engagement in the licensing process.
Learn More🪙SEC Proceedings on Bitwise XRP ETF Approval Impacting Investments
The SEC has initiated proceedings to determine the approval of a proposed rule change for trading shares of the Bitwise XRP ETF on the Cboe BZX Exchange. This analysis follows a request for public comments on the proposal, which aims to track the performance of XRP through the Trust. The discussion focuses on legal and policy issues pertaining to the proposal.
Learn More🚢Request Notice on Foreign-Built Vessels in U.S. Coastwise Trade
The Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to make determinations regarding the coastwise use of foreign built; certain U.S. built; and U.S. and foreign rebuilt vessels that solely carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received such a determination request and is publishing this notice to solicit comments to assist with determining whether the proposed use of the vessel set forth in the request would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels in those businesses. Information about the requestor's vessel, including a description of the proposed service, is in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below.
Learn More⚡Reforms in Nuclear Reactor Testing and Deployment Guidelines
Executive Order 14301 focuses on revitalizing the nuclear energy sector through expedited testing and deployment of advanced nuclear reactors. It establishes new regulations for reactor qualification and streamlines environmental reviews, aiming to foster innovation while maintaining safety. The initiative emphasizes the importance of nuclear energy in supporting various industries and enhancing U.S. energy security.
Learn More🏭DOE Adds Metallurgical Coal to Critical Materials List for Steelmaking
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is issuing this notice to advise the public that DOE has added metallurgical coal used for steelmaking to the DOE Critical Material List. This notice also provides the link to the assessment that forms the justification for including metallurgical coal used in steelmaking on the Critical Material List. Meeting the policy goal of U.S. steel dominance will require dramatic increases in domestic metallurgical coal production and use and thereby supports the determination that metallurgical coal used for steelmaking is a DOE critical material.
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