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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will hold an Open Meeting on February 27, 2025, starting at 10:30 a.m. in Washington, DC. The meeting is public, but attendees must go through security checks at the entrance. The event will be livestreamed on the FCC website and YouTube, with accommodations available for people with disabilities. Members of the press are welcome and have the opportunity to ask questions after the meeting.

The Department of Defense is updating its Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database system, which gathers information about sexual assaults involving armed forces members. This update aligns with new requirements, like including cases from the U.S. Space Force, and improving prevention efforts. It also adds routine uses for the data and updates various system sections, including using cloud storage. Comments on the proposed routine uses will be accepted until January 21, 2025.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is proposing to withdraw its previous decision to classify portable electric spas (PESs) as covered consumer products under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). This means PESs would not be subject to federal energy conservation standards. DOE determined that classifying PESs is not necessary or appropriate to conserve energy effectively. The agency invites public comments on this decision by May 19, 2025, via their submission portal or other specified methods.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule related to airworthiness directives for certain Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This proposal, influenced by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), aims to incorporate more stringent maintenance requirements to prevent unsafe conditions, specifically the risk of fuel tank explosions. The FAA invites public comments on this proposal by April 7, 2025, to ensure that all relevant feedback is considered before finalizing the rule. The changes are expected to affect 33 airplanes in the U.S., with estimated compliance costs related to revising the maintenance programs.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for certain Boeing 737 models. This proposal was triggered by an incident where a passenger could not exit a lavatory due to a broken latch. The directive requires these latches to be replaced with improved versions and bans the installation of the problematic parts. This action aims to ensure safety by preventing such incidents and possible injuries during emergencies.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), along with the Treasury Department, issued a notice to correct errors in a proposed rule concerning the corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT). This tax applies to the adjusted financial statement income of certain corporations for tax years starting after 2022. The document outlines specific corrections to previous regulatory proposals to ensure proper tax calculations and clarifications in tax rules. Comments on these updates are welcome until January 16, 2025.

On March 20, 2025, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation will hold a joint workshop focused on assessing supply chain risk management (SCRM). The workshop aims to discuss directives to improve risk assessments by validating vendor information used in procurement processes. It will take place in a hybrid format, allowing both in-person and virtual attendance, and will be accessible according to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Attendees can submit comments by March 28, 2025, and additional information can be obtained by contacting specified individuals involved in the event.