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Search Results: keywords:"Rules of Practice and Procedure"

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11821
    Reading Time:about 13 minutes

    The Department of Defense has announced proposed changes to the rules of practice and procedure for the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. Although these changes are exempt from the typical requirements for public notice and comment, the Department is seeking public input before implementing them. The proposed amendments include adjustments to time limits, word counts, and submission requirements across various rules, aiming to standardize and streamline the procedures. Comments from the public must be submitted by April 11, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces wants to make some changes to its rules, like how much time people have to send things in. They are asking everyone what they think about these changes before making them official.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 225
    Reading Time:about 2 hours

    The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has made amendments to its Rules of Practice and Procedure. The changes are designed to address technical corrections, clarify provisions, and ensure the rules are harmonized and consistent. These amendments are aimed at improving efficiency and reducing costs in the administration of agency proceedings and apply to future investigations and proceedings starting February 3, 2025. Some key updates include implementing gender-neutral language, eliminating paper copies in favor of e-filing, and refining confidentiality designations during the filing process.

    Simple Explanation

    The United States International Trade Commission is updating its rules to make them clearer and easier to follow, such as using gender-neutral words and allowing everyone to file papers online instead of on paper.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 4607
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has issued a final rule to update the rules for civil money penalties by adjusting them for inflation. This adjustment is in line with the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act, ensuring penalties stay current with economic changes. The new penalty amounts will be effective from January 16, 2025, and apply to violations occurring on or after January 15, 2025. The FHFA will calculate penalties on a case-by-case basis, using a formula tied to changes in the Consumer Price Index, and these updates are mandated by law.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Housing Finance Agency is changing some money rules to make sure fines keep up with price changes over time, like when toys get more expensive. They want fines for bad actions to be fair and not get left behind as things cost more in the world.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101051
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Judicial Conference of the United States will hold a hybrid meeting of the Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure on January 7, 2025, in San Diego, CA. The meeting allows for remote attendance and is open to the public for observation, but attendees cannot participate. Those wishing to attend in person must register by December 31, 2024, while remote observation registrations can be completed until the meeting date. Additional details and materials will be available online at least seven days before the meeting.

    Simple Explanation

    The Judicial Conference is having a meeting where some people can be there in person and others can watch on computers from home on January 7, 2025. If someone wants to go to this meeting, they have to sign up by the end of December 2024, and they can watch from home without signing up until the day of the meeting.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 3744
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has confirmed that a new rule change regarding its regulations will come into effect on January 19, 2021. This rule, originally published on November 5, 2020, updates the NRC's procedures to align with current practices and legal decisions, aiming for greater consistency. The rule received no substantial opposing comments, allowing it to proceed as planned. The public can access more information and documents related to this rule through specified NRC resources and contacts.

    Simple Explanation

    The people who help keep us safe around things like nuclear power are making their rules clearer and more up-to-date to match new decisions and ways of doing things. They checked if anyone had big problems with these changes, and since nobody did, they will start using them soon.