🏗️Request for Public Comments on Copper Imports and National Security
The Secretary of Commerce has initiated an investigation to determine the effects on U.S. national security of imports of copper in all forms, including, but not limited to, raw mined copper; copper concentrates; refined copper; copper alloys; scrap copper; and derivative products. This investigation has been initiated under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended. Interested parties are invited to submit written comments, data, analyses, or other information pertinent to the investigation to the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security. This notice identifies issues on which the Department is especially interested in obtaining the public's views.
Learn More📊LTFV Investigation Initiated for Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate
The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated a less-than-fair-value investigation concerning imports of methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) from China, following a petition citing concerns over unfair pricing practices and potential material injury to the domestic industry. The investigation aims to assess allegations and determine applicable duties moving forward.
Learn More📄FMCS Notice on Arbitrator's Personal Data Questionnaire
The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS), invites the public and other Federal Agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection request, Arbitrator's Personal Data Questionnaire, FMCS Form R-22. This information collection request will be submitted for approval to the Office of Management Budget (OMB) in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). The Arbitrator's Personal Data Questionnaire, FMCS Form R-22, allows FMCS to comply with its statutory obligation to make governmental facilities available for voluntary arbitration. To carry out this policy, FMCS have issued regulations which provide for the operation and maintenance of a roster of professional arbitrators. The arbitrators are private citizens, not employees of FMCS, and are paid by the parties for hearing and deciding the issues submitted under a collective bargaining agreement and in other circumstances. Applicants for listing on the roster submit an Arbitrator's Personal Data Questionnaire, FMCS Form R-22, which is used by FMCS to evaluate their qualifications. This allows FMCS to be able to restrict its roster to qualified individuals only.
Learn More✈️Proposed FAA Changes to Jet Routes and Air Navigation
This action proposes to revoke Jet Route J-534 and Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-349, amend VOR Federal Airways V-23 and V-165, and establish Canadian Area Navigation (RNAV) Route T-645 in the Northwestern United States. The FAA is proposing this action due to the pending decommissioning of the VOR portion of the Whatcom, WA, VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) navigational aid (NAVAID). The VOR portion of the Whatcom VORTAC is being decommissioned in support of the FAA's VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) program. There are two airways that use the naming convention of V-23. One is located in the state of Hawaii and the other is located in the state of California. This action proposes to affect the V-23 in the state of California and does not propose any changes to the V-23 in the state of Hawaii.
Learn More📦New Aluminum Import Duties and Regulations for Businesses Impacting 2025
The President issued Proclamation 10895 "Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into the United States," (Aluminum Presidential Proclamation) on February 10, 2025, imposing specified rates of duty on imports of aluminum. In Proclamation 10895, the President authorized and directed the Secretary of Commerce to publish modifications to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) so that it conforms to the amendments and effective dates in the proclamation. The revised HTSUS is set out in Annex 1 to this notice.
Learn More🤝Notice on AI Infrastructure Alliance Membership Changes and Antitrust
The Department of Justice announces changes to the membership of the AI Infrastructure Alliance, Inc., under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act. Significant amendments, including withdrawals from various companies and organizations, are outlined, highlighting the implications for antitrust liability and ongoing collaborative efforts.
Learn More🏥Notice of Changes to Medical CBRN Defense Consortium Membership
The Department of Justice issued a notice regarding changes to the membership of the Medical CBRN Defense Consortium under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act. New members have joined the consortium, while existing activities remain unchanged. The consortium aims to foster cooperation in medical defense research amid evolving operational needs.
Learn More⚡Business Implications of RISE Consortium Membership Changes
The Department of Justice announces updates from the Resilient Infrastructure + Secure Energy Consortium (RISE) regarding its membership changes under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act. The consortium aims to enhance collaboration in resilient infrastructure and secure energy projects, inviting further participation from interested parties.
Learn More🛳️Notice of Actions on Hazardous Materials Special Permits
In accordance with the procedures governing the application for, and the processing of, special permits from the Department of Transportation's Hazardous Material Regulations, notice is hereby given that the Office of Hazardous Materials Safety has granted or denied the special permits described herein.
Learn More🌍Commonwealth LNG Project Draft EIS Now Available for Review
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announces the availability of a draft supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Commonwealth LNG Project. This draft addresses the cumulative effects of nitrogen dioxide emissions and is a critical step in evaluating the project's environmental implications. Stakeholders are encouraged to review and comment by the specified deadline to influence the final EIS.
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