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  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 9216
    Reading Time:about 17 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented a final rule to amend and revoke certain Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways in the eastern United States. This change is part of the FAA's VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) Program and is necessitated by the planned decommissioning of specific navigation aids in Florida. The amended airways include V-3, V-35, V-51, and several others, while airways V-295, V-529, and V-601 have been revoked entirely. This rule aims to maintain efficient and safe navigation across the National Airspace System by updating the route structure to reflect current operational needs.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing airplane paths in the sky over some parts of the eastern United States because they are removing some old navigation equipment in Florida. This helps make flying safer and more efficient.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 13057
    Reading Time:about 12 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule amending several VOR Federal Airways and a U.S. Area Navigation Route, as well as revoking one VOR airway. This change is due to the decommissioning of a navigation aid in Cincinnati, Kentucky, which is part of the FAA's plan to maintain a minimal operational network of VORs. As a result, segments of these airways have been altered or removed to ensure air traffic can still flow safely and efficiently. The amendments are part of the FAA's ongoing efforts to keep airspace management current without significant environmental impact.

    Simple Explanation

    The people in charge of flying airplanes safely changed some invisible roads in the sky because an old helper tool in Cincinnati won't work anymore. This means the airplanes will still know where to go without any problems.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8225
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering an application from Entergy Nuclear Operations and other parties to transfer control of licenses for the Big Rock Point and Palisades Nuclear Plants to Holtec, and to transfer Entergy's operating authority to Holtec Decommissioning International. The application, filed on December 23, 2020, seeks these changes without any physical changes to the facilities. The NRC invites public comments and is offering the opportunity to request a hearing or petition for intervention by specific deadlines provided in the notice. Public comments will be considered, but they will not be part of the formal decision-making process.

    Simple Explanation

    The NRC is thinking about letting some companies give control of two nuclear plants to another company called Holtec, and they want people to give their opinions and maybe talk about it. They're making sure nothing changes about the plants themselves, just who's in charge.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 11498
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed changes to the Class E airspace at Mineral Wells, TX, following the decommissioning of the Mineral Wells non-directional beacon. The proposal includes updating airport and VORTAC geographic coordinates, renaming the airport, and modifying the airspace dimensions to enhance safety and compliance with FAA regulations. Public comments on the proposed changes are invited until April 21, 2025. The overall objective is to ensure airspace efficiency and support instrument flight rule operations at Mineral Wells Regional Airport.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to change some flying rules above a place in Texas called Mineral Wells because they removed an old piece of airport equipment. They need to make sure all the maps and rules match up to keep planes safe and flying right.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97655
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) announced the schedule for their Sunshine Act meetings in December 2024 and January 2025. The commission does not have any meetings planned for the weeks of December 9, 16, 23, 30, 2024, and January 6, 2025. There is, however, a public meeting on January 14, 2025, about decommissioning and waste management programs. The meeting will take place in Rockville, Maryland, and will also be available via live webcast.

    Simple Explanation

    The Nuclear Regulatory Commission says they won't have any meetings in December 2024 and the start of January 2025. But there will be a meeting on January 14, 2025, in Maryland about safely closing down nuclear plants and dealing with nuclear waste, and people can watch it online too!

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103907
    Reading Time:about 14 minutes

    Nasdaq ISE, LLC has filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to discontinue the use of "Qualified Contingent Cross" (QCC) orders that include stock components. This change is due to a lack of interest from exchange members in using this feature. Exchange members will still be able to execute QCC orders but will need to handle the stock component themselves. The SEC has allowed this change to take effect immediately to enable the exchange to remove the necessary infrastructure by the end of the year. No objections were received from exchange members regarding this proposal.

    Simple Explanation

    Nasdaq ISE, a stock exchange, decided to stop offering a special type of order because nobody was using it. Members can still do these orders, but they need to manage an extra piece on their own now.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 14197
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule that changes several Jet Routes and Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways, while also revoking a couple of VOR Federal Airways near Goshen, Indiana. These changes are necessary due to the decommissioning of part of the Goshen VOR navigational aid, a move that supports the FAA's program to maintain a minimal operational network. The amendments are part of routine updates to ensure efficient air traffic management without significant environmental or economic impacts. The new rule will become effective on June 12, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing some invisible paths in the sky where planes fly near Goshen, Indiana, because they're turning off an old guiding tool to use a better network. This helps keep things safe and organized for airplanes without causing big problems for the environment or costing lots of money.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103920
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is hosting a public meeting to discuss the decommissioning and disposition of the Nuclear Ship Savannah (NSS). This meeting is part of a larger effort under the National Historic Preservation Act. The Peer Review Group (PRG), which includes officials from several federal and state agencies, will provide feedback on plans for the NSS, and public input is encouraged. The meeting will take place on January 21, 2025, and will be accessible in person, online, or by phone.

    Simple Explanation

    The people in charge of a special old ship called the N.S. Savannah want to talk about what to do with it next. They are having a meeting where anyone can share their thoughts and ideas to help decide.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10804
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule amending certain VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) airways near Anthony, KS, due to the planned removal of a major navigation aid. Specifically, this action impacts VOR airways V-12, V-74, and V-516 by removing certain segments of these routes to maintain safe and efficient air traffic operations. This change is part of the FAA's effort to update the VOR Minimum Operational Network (MON) and does not significantly impact small entities or the environment.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is changing some airplane routes in Kansas because a tool that helps pilots find their way is being removed. This change is like updating a map to make sure planes can still fly safely.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8476
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced its intention to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a new advanced nuclear reactor technology park at the Clinch River Nuclear Site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This project includes evaluating various environmental effects associated with building, operating, and dismantling advanced nuclear reactors, with a total power output not exceeding 800 megawatts. The public is invited to provide feedback on the proposed action and alternatives until March 19, 2021. TVA plans to consider environmental, social, and economic impacts, and anticipates the completion of the final report by Spring 2022.

    Simple Explanation

    The Tennessee Valley Authority wants to build a special park where some new types of nuclear power plants can help make electricity. They need to figure out if these power plants will be good or bad for the environment, and they're asking people for ideas on how to do this.

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