⚡Environmental Assessment for Vischer Ferry Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy, through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, has announced an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the relicense application of the Vischer Ferry Hydroelectric Project in New York. The EA aims to evaluate the project's environmental impact and will involve public commentary and engagement, shaping future operational decisions.
Learn More🌉Presidential Permit for Laredo Border Crossing Expansion
The presidential permit authorizes the City of Laredo, Texas, to expand and operate a vehicular border crossing at the Laredo-Colombia Solidarity International Bridge. It outlines construction and operational standards, environmental mitigation measures, and compliance requirements. The permit also stipulates conditions and obligations related to federal oversight and indemnification.
Learn More✈️New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Aircraft
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A11 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an investigation of an in-service hydraulic fluid leakage event that indicated the potential use of an uncalibrated torque wrench when tightening the union fittings at the pressure and return interfaces of all three rudder hydraulic power control units (PCUs). This AD requires properly torquing the rudder PCU hydraulic fittings and applying the torque seal on the rudder PCU hydraulic fittings. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More📦Upcoming Price Changes for International Mailing Services
On April 9, 2025, the Postal Service published notice of mailing services price adjustments with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC). The PRC concluded that the price adjustments contained in the Postal Service's notification may go into effect on July 13, 2025. The Postal Service will revise Notice 123, Price List, to reflect the new mailing services prices.
Learn More📈ICE Clear Credit Proposes Rule Change on Monitoring Procedures
ICE Clear Credit LLC has filed a proposed rule change to update its Counterparty Monitoring Procedures, focusing on clarifications to ensure consistency with current practices without altering the ICC Clearing Rules. The changes aim to enhance the effectiveness and clarity of oversight over counterparties, reinforcing the stability and integrity of clearance and settlement processes.
Learn More✈️FAA Draft Notice
Draft FAA Notice N 8100.20 would incorporate the requirements of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which directs the FAA to ensure that each ODA holder has in effect a recurrent training program for all ODA unit personnel.
Learn More💰LCH SA's Revised Collateral Concentration Limits Approved
The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved LCH SA's proposed rule change regarding collateral concentration limits for supranational and European agency securities. The change allows for individual limits per issuer, enhancing flexibility for clearing members while simultaneously implementing more conservative concentration guidelines per security type to mitigate risk exposure.
Learn More✈️Establishment and Modification of Class E Airspace in Alaska
This action proposes to establish Class E domestic en route airspace (Class E6) within a designated landmass and within 12 miles from a designated coastline associated with the state of Alaska to facilitate the vectoring of instrument flight rules (IFR) aircraft on direct routes where the current en route structure is insufficient or improper within the proposed airspace area. Due to redundancy, this action also proposes to remove two Class E6 airspace areas, remove two Class E airspace areas extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface, and modify 101 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above the surface of the earth (Class E5) to remove any portion extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface due to redundancy. Finally, this action proposes administrative amendments to the legal descriptions of 48 Class E5 airspace areas. This action would support IFR operations while enhancing the safety and management of aircraft operations within the National Airspace System (NAS).
Learn More⚡Notice on Lower Saranac Hydroelectric Project Licensing
The Department of Energy has issued a notice regarding the Lower Saranac Hydroelectric Project's application for a new license. This notice includes details on project specifications, procedural schedules for relicensing, and opportunities for public engagement in environmental considerations. Cooperating agencies and interested parties are invited to submit study requests and comments following the established deadlines.
Learn More🪙SEC Reviews Proposed Rule for Bitwise Dogecoin ETF Listing
The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering a proposed rule change from NYSE Arca to list and trade shares of the Bitwise Dogecoin ETF. This fund aims to provide exposure to Dogecoin, with discussions open for public comment on its regulatory implications and business alignment.
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