📈SEC Proposes Rule Change for Options Trading on iShares Ethereum Trust
The SEC announced a longer period for action regarding a proposed rule change by Nasdaq ISE to list and trade options on the iShares Ethereum Trust. This move follows the receipt of comment letters and is part of ongoing regulatory evaluation, highlighting the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency in financial markets.
Learn More📜Reinstatement of Interstate Commerce Regulations Under 5 CFR Chapter XL
The regulatory text reinstates Chapter XL of Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, originally governing Interstate Commerce Commission regulations. Despite the commission's abolition in 1995, regulations remain enforceable under the Surface Transportation Board due to a savings provision in federal law. The reinstatement is effective December 26, 2024, correcting an earlier error in removal.
Learn More⚡Annual Update on Hydropower Fee Schedule for 2025
In accordance with the Commission's regulations, the Commission, by its designee, the Executive Director, issues this annual update to the fee schedule in the appendix to the part, which lists per-acre rental fees by county (or other geographic area) for use of Government lands by hydropower licensees.
Learn More⚡Notice of Preliminary Permit Application for Hydroelectric Project
NOW NE005 LLC has filed a preliminary permit application for the Champlain Canal-Hudson River-Lock and Dam C1 Hydroelectric Project in New York. The application seeks to study the project's feasibility, potentially leading to infrastructure growth and renewable energy generation in the region. The notice invites comments and competing applications from interested parties.
Learn More✈️FAA Modifies Class D and E Airspace at Abbotsford Airport
The FAA is correcting a final rule that published in the Federal Register on December 11, 2024. The final rule modified administrative portions of the Class D and Class E airspace legal descriptions for Abbotsford Airport, Abbotsford, BC. This action corrects errors in the Class D airspace legal description.
Learn More🚂STB Notice on Release of Waybill Data and Objection Process
The Surface Transportation Board received a request for access to unmasked Carload Waybill Samples from 1984-2022. Stakeholders have 14 days to file objections regarding the release of this confidential railroad and shipper data. Interested parties can access more information on the Board's website under docket WB25-04.
Learn More🐟Western Pacific Fishery Council Meetings Impacting Fishing Regulations
The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) will hold its Mariana Archipelago Fishery Ecosystem Plan (FEP) Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Advisory Panel (AP), CNMI Regional Ecosystem Advisory Committee (REAC), Fishing Industry Advisory Committee (FIAC), Mariana Archipelago FEP Guam AP, and the Guam REAC to discuss and make recommendations on fishery management issues in the Western Pacific Region.
Learn More🏡Changes to Single Family Housing Loan Program
The Rural Housing Service (RHS or Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of USDA, published a final rule on August 15, 2024, to amend the current regulations regarding Special Servicing Options and adjust the Mortgage Recovery Advance (MRA) process. The February 11, 2025, effective date of that final rule is being deferred to April 14, 2025.
Learn More🎣Public Meeting on Western Pacific Fishery Management Council Agenda
The Western Pacific Stock Assessment Review (WPSAR) Steering Committee will convene a public meeting to discuss and approve the 5- year calendar for stock assessments, and to address any other concerns related to the WPSAR process.
Learn More🌊Notice of Application for Hydroelectric Flow Modification
The Department of Energy announces an application by Pacific Gas & Electric for a temporary flow variance affecting the Drum-Spaulding Hydroelectric Project. The application seeks to modify minimum instream flow requirements to facilitate dam restoration, inviting public commentary and cooperation from relevant agencies for environmental document preparation.
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