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The Department of Energy is delaying the start date of a new rule about testing the energy efficiency of central air conditioners and heat pumps. Originally set to take effect on January 7, 2025, the rule will now start on March 21, 2025. This delay is to allow further review following a directive from the President's office. Despite the delay, comments from the public about further postponing the rule are being sought until March 7, 2025.

The Federal Maritime Commission has set a new rule requiring ocean common carriers to submit a documented export policy every year. Approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) means that relevant parts of this rule are effective as of February 3, 2025. The first documented export policy is due by March 1, 2025, and must be submitted annually by that date. The rule also includes a correction to the regulatory text and details on how submissions should be made, including that they must be in English and any non-applicable topics should be clearly noted.

The Federal Highway Administration has delayed the effective date of a rule regarding the Buy America Requirements for Manufactured Products. Originally set to begin on January 14, 2025, the rule's start has been pushed to March 20, 2025. This delay allows time for further review in line with a presidential memorandum that led to a regulatory freeze. The decision was made without seeking public comments because of the urgency and necessity of more review time.

The Federal Maritime Commission announced the filing of an agreement under the Shipping Act of 1984 involving Hyundai Glovis Co. Ltd. and Sallaum Lines SA. This agreement, named the Sallaum/Hyundai Glovis Space Charter Agreement, is being expanded in its geographic scope and includes new provisions. Interested parties have the opportunity to submit comments via email or mail within a specified time frame. The proposed effective date for this amended agreement is January 3, 2025.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced that the rule designating the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary will become effective on November 30, 2024. The final rule was initially published on October 16, 2024, in the Federal Register. This designation is part of NOAA's efforts under the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to protect marine areas and resources.

The Rural Housing Service (RHS), part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, issued a rule to modify regulations on Special Servicing Options and the Mortgage Recovery Advance process. This final rule, initially set to take effect on February 11, 2025, has been postponed to April 14, 2025. A correction regarding this effective date was published in the Federal Register to reflect these changes. Christine Mechtly, the Acting Administrator of the Rural Housing Service, announced the update.

The Postal Service has announced a new rule that stops the use of dual shipping labels starting January 1, 2025. Dual shipping labels, which let shippers choose between the Postal Service and a private carrier, will no longer be accepted and might be returned. While some responses to the proposed rule asked for more time to adjust, the effective date remains unchanged, though certain mailers can apply for a 90-day extension. The rule also clarifies that a label will not be considered a dual shipping label if any extra information included does not identify another delivery service.

The National Park Service issued a correction to a rule originally published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2021, concerning motor vehicle use in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The correction specifies the effective date of the rule as February 16, 2021. Additionally, it clarifies that certain provisions regarding motor vehicle use and permit requirements will start on May 17, 2021. These corrections ensure accurate interpretation and application of the regulations.

Nasdaq ISE, LLC has made a rule change to increase their port fees as described in Options 7, Section 7.C of their regulations. This change was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on December 31, 2024, and is set to be effective immediately, with operation starting on January 1, 2025. The SEC is seeking comments from the public on the proposed rule change, and such feedback can be submitted electronically or via paper mail by January 31, 2025. For further details, the changes are accessible on both the Nasdaq and SEC websites.

The Rural Housing Service (RHS), a part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, had planned a new rule regarding how credit reports are obtained for their Multifamily Housing Programs. This rule was initially set to go into effect on January 30, 2025, but the effective date has now been delayed until March 31, 2025. The delay is due to a presidential memorandum that called for a review of new regulations. This action allows department officials more time to review the changes without the need for public comments, as the delay is intended to ensure orderly implementation of the rule.