📡FCC Notice on Information Collection
As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. Comments are requested concerning: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees.
Learn More💰SEC Proposal for In-Kind Transactions in WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund
The SEC has issued a notice regarding a proposed rule change by Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. to allow in-kind creations and redemptions for the WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund. This regulatory update aims to enhance trading efficiency and market operations for Bitcoin ETP shares, reflecting a shift towards accommodating cryptocurrency assets in established financial frameworks.
Learn More🏥NIH Notice of Closed Meetings on Grant Evaluations
The Department of Health and Human Services, through the NIH, announces closed meetings to review grant applications pertinent to cancer therapeutics and bioengineering. These virtual meetings will involve expert evaluations, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information related to applicants and potential innovations in health sciences.
Learn More📄FCC Seeks Comments on Reducing Paperwork for Small Businesses
As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal Agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. Pursuant to the Small Business Paperwork Relief Act of 2002, the FCC seeks specific comment on how it might "further reduce the information collection burden for small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees." The Commission may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the PRA that does not display a valid OMB control number.
Learn More🎣Closure of Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Southern Area Fishery in 2025
NMFS closes the Angling category southern area fishery for large medium and giant ("trophy" (i.e., measuring 73 inches (185 centimeters (cm)) curved fork length or greater)) Atlantic bluefin tuna (BFT). This action applies to Highly Migratory Species (HMS) Angling and HMS Charter/Headboat permitted vessels when fishing recreationally.
Learn More🌲Preliminary Results of Antidumping Review on Softwood Lumber Products
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) is conducting an administrative review of the antidumping duty order on certain softwood lumber products (softwood lumber) from Canada. The period of review (POR) is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. Commerce preliminarily determines that the producers/exporters subject to this review made sales of subject merchandise at less than normal value.
Learn More⚡Notice of Preliminary Permit for Hydropower Project in Alabama
The Department of Energy announces the acceptance of a preliminary permit application from Warrior Hydro, LLC, to explore the feasibility of a hydropower project at the William Bacon Oliver Lock and Dam in Alabama. This notice encourages public comments and outlines project details, including capacity and infrastructure components, while documenting the procedural requirements for stakeholders.
Learn More⚡Comment Request on FERC Information Collection Activities
In compliance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or FERC) is soliciting public comment on the currently approved information collection, FERC-519, (Application under Federal Power Act Section 203); FERC-520, (Application for Authority to Hold interlocking Directorate positions; FERC-546, (Certification of Qualifying Facility (QF) Status for a Small Power Production or Cogeneration Facility); FERC-580, (Interrogatory on Fuel and Energy Purchase Practices). The above four collections are a part of a combined notice only and are not being combined into one OMB Collection number. There were no comments received on the 60-day notice that was published December 3, 2024 in the Federal Register.
Learn More⚡️Transfer of Exemption for Hydroelectric Project Ownership
The Department of Energy announces the transfer of exemption from licensing for the Zilm Hydroelectric Project No. 7313, originally issued in 1984. Owners Kurt and Velma Zilm have informed the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission of their new ownership status. The transfer does not necessitate Commission approval.
Learn More🚫Foreign Terrorist Organization Designation of Ansarallah by State Department
The Department of State has designated Ansarallah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, citing sufficient factual basis per the Immigration and Nationality Act. This designation, effective upon publication, includes various aliases of the group, which may affect entities engaging with these organizations or their territories.
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