🔥CPSC Extends Approval for Information Collection on Coal and Wood Appliances
As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC or Commission) announces that the Commission has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request for extension of approval of information collection regarding notification requirements for coal and wood burning appliances. OMB previously approved the collection of information under Control Number 3041-0040. OMB's most recent extension of approval will expire on March 31, 2025. On December 3, 2024, CPSC published a notice in the Federal Register to announce the agency's intention to seek extension of approval of the collection of information. The Commission did not receive any public comments. Therefore, by publication of this notice, the Commission announces that CPSC has submitted to the OMB a request for extension of approval of that collection of information.
Learn More⚛️Proposed Rule on Revised NAC Multi-Purpose Canister Compliance
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to amend its spent fuel regulations by revising the NAC Multi-Purpose Canister (NAC-MPC) System listing within the "List of approved spent fuel storage casks" to include Amendment No. 9 and revise Amendment Nos. 6, 7, and 8 to Certificate of Compliance (CoC) No. 1025. Amendment No. 9 and the revisions to Amendment Nos. 6, 7, and 8 amend the description of the vertical concrete cask (VCC) in the CoC and technical specifications to make a distinction between the VCC body and the VCC lid, in terms of applicability of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Specifications ACI 349 and ACI 318.
Learn More⚖️SEC Notice on Reporting Evidence of Material Violations
The Securities and Exchange Commission seeks comments on the reinstatement of an information collection requirement for attorneys regarding material violations by issuers. This involves compliance protocols, potentially impacting governance procedures and the ethical conduct of legal professionals within the securities field.
Learn More⚙️Final Results of Antidumping Duty Review for Steel Rods
As a result of this expedited sunset review, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) finds that revocation of the antidumping duty (AD) order on alloy and certain carbon steel threaded rod from the People's Republic of China (China) would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping at the levels indicated in the "Final Results of Sunset Review" section of this notice.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Natural Gas Pipeline Rate Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission provides a combined notice of filings related to natural gas pipeline rates, including compliance filings and rate adjustments. The notice includes details on applicants, filing dates, and comment periods, emphasizing the importance of stakeholder participation in the regulatory process.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Proposed Rule Change for Bitcoin Trust ETF
The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a longer period for considering a proposed rule change by Nasdaq ISE regarding position limits and Flexible Exchange Options for the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. This extension allows for more thorough evaluation and public comment on the implications of the changing financial landscape surrounding cryptocurrency investments.
Learn More📈Cboe BYX Notice on Increased Monthly Fees for Trading Ports
The SEC has published a notice regarding Cboe BYX Exchange's proposed rule change to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports. The change has been designated for immediate effectiveness, and comments from interested parties are invited for consideration within a specified timeframe.
Learn More📅Notice of Federal and State Current Issues Collaborative Meeting
The Department of Energy's Federal and State Current Issues Collaborative will explore cross-jurisdictional issues related to gas-electric coordination, hosting its second public meeting on April 30, 2025. The meeting, open to the public, aims to develop a collaborative dialogue between federal and state utility commissions and will address topics of significant relevance to the energy sector.
Learn More🚁Proposed Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters MBB-BK 117
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH Model MBB-BK 117 C-2 and MBB-BK 117 D-2 helicopters. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of significant wear of the control rod assembly and pitch link assembly spherical bearings. This proposed AD would require measuring the radial play of certain control rod assembly and pitch link assembly spherical bearings, reporting the results, and depending on the results, taking corrective action. These actions are specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is proposed for incorporation by reference. This proposed AD would also prohibit installing certain control rod assemblies and pitch link assemblies unless certain requirements are met. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More⚡New Reliability Standards for Inverter-Based Resources Impact Businesses
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved new Reliability Standards affecting inverter-based resources (IBRs) to enhance disturbance monitoring and reporting. The changes mandate generator owners to implement data collection mechanisms to ensure system reliability and facilitate compliance, impacting business operations within the electric power sector.
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