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The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division announced that TM Forum, a non-profit corporation, has made changes to its membership under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. Several new members, including companies from India, Indonesia, and the United States, have joined the Forum, while others from countries like New Zealand and Panama have withdrawn. Certain existing members have also changed their names. The document indicates that the Forum will continue to update its membership information as needed and will notify relevant authorities accordingly.

The National Institute on Aging is announcing a closed meeting of the Special Emphasis Panel on March 5, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This meeting will review and evaluate grant applications related to Alzheimer's Disease, and will be held virtually. The sessions will be closed to the public to protect confidential information and personal privacy. For more information, inquiries can be directed to Dr. Nesar Uddin Akanda, the Scientific Review Officer at the National Institute of Aging.

The Department of Commerce, through its International Trade Administration, is set to begin a series of reviews in March 2025. These "Sunset Reviews" determine if ending duties or investigations on certain imports would likely result in continued unfair trade practices that harm U.S. industries. Interested parties must inform Commerce of their participation within specific timeframes and can provide comments, accompanied by executive summaries, to support their views. This process ensures ongoing monitoring and protection against unfair international trade practices.

William T. White has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to hold interlocking positions under the Federal Power Act. Anyone wishing to comment or oppose this filing must follow specific FERC procedures and submit their papers by January 8, 2025. The full document is available online, and FERC encourages electronic submissions. Assistance is available through FERC's Office of Public Participation for those needing help understanding the process.

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs is asking the public to comment on collecting information related to income verification forms for veterans. This falls under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, which mandates federal agencies to notify about and seek comments for proposed information gatherings. The data collection, done via forms like VA Forms 10-301 and 10-302, helps verify the incomes of veterans and their spouses, determining their eligibility for cost-free healthcare. Comments are due by June 17, 2025, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) oversees this process.

MIAX Emerald, LLC has submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to create a Minor Rule Violation Plan (MRVP). This plan would allow certain minor rule violations to be punished with fines up to $2,500 and would not require immediate reporting to the SEC, as long as summary reports are sent quarterly. This proposal excludes some conduct policies and aims to make handling minor infractions more efficient. The public is invited to comment on the proposal, and the SEC will decide on its approval by December 24, 2024.

The Department of Commerce has released a quarterly update on foreign government subsidies for cheese imported into the U.S. that are subject to specific duties, covering the period from July 1, 2020, to September 30, 2020. The update is part of the Commerce Department's ongoing effort to track and document subsidy programs by foreign governments. Individuals with information about such subsidies are encouraged to submit details to the Commerce Department through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. This notice provides a list of countries, subsidy programs, and their financial details, which are currently available.

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has issued a final rule establishing procedures for creating guidance documents per Executive Order 13891. This rule mandates how CEQ will define, develop, and issue these documents, ensuring they are accessible to the public through an online database. It allows the public to request changes to these documents and specifies the process for significant guidance documents needing public comment. The rule underscores CEQ's internal practices without imposing new obligations on the public or other governmental bodies.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced changes to its records systems under the Privacy Act of 1974. This notice outlines the modification of certain existing records, specifically mentioning new guidelines for handling fees related to representative services. The changes include detailed updates about who can receive fees for services and how they are processed. Public comments on this modification are invited until January 2, 2025, and the new rules will take effect on that date.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has issued a notice about a new filing by the Postal Service regarding a negotiated service agreement. The public is invited to comment on this filing by January 27, 2025. The notice outlines the docket numbers and details related to the proceedings, listing the specific contracts and amendments under review. The information is available on the Commission's website, with certain sections being accessible to the public following specific guidelines.