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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public comments on an Information Collection Request (ICR) submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request pertains to the rules governing the review of decisions by National Futures Association regarding disciplinary and membership matters. The proposed extension does not change the existing reporting burden, with the estimated total annual burden remaining at three hours. Interested parties must submit their comments by January 27, 2025.

The President issued Executive Order 13995 to address the impact of COVID-19 on underserved communities, notably communities of color, which have faced greater risks and consequences from the virus. This order establishes a COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force responsible for recommending strategies to reduce health inequities and improve outcomes. The order directs various government agencies to ensure that resources are allocated equitably and to strengthen data collection to better address disparities. It also emphasizes improving communication and outreach to communities with high levels of vaccine mistrust.

In Executive Order 13980, the President outlines measures to prevent Americans from being unfairly punished for breaking regulations they didn't know existed. It emphasizes that laws should be clear and that government agencies must specify when breaking a regulation could lead to criminal charges. The order suggests focusing criminal enforcement on those who knowingly break laws, instead of penalizing people for unintentional mistakes. It also encourages agencies to consider administrative or civil actions instead of criminal charges for certain regulatory offenses.

The President has issued Executive Order 14188 to combat anti-Semitism, particularly in schools and universities. This order builds on a previous order from 2019 and addresses the rise in anti-Semitic violence following the October 2023 Hamas attacks. It requires government agencies to report new strategies and legal actions they can take to stop anti-Semitic harassment. The order emphasizes using legal tools to hold accountable those responsible for such acts and includes guidance for monitoring international students and staff who may pose threats.

The executive order addresses the threat posed by international cartels and other organizations to the United States' national security. It designates these groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations or Specially Designated Global Terrorists, highlighting their violent and destabilizing activities. The order mandates government agencies to take action within two weeks to assess and implement the necessary measures to counter these threats. The focus is on eliminating these organizations' influence in the U.S. to protect the country's safety and security.

The Bureau of the Fiscal Service, Treasury Department has announced the prompt payment interest rate for the period from January 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025. The interest rate is set at 4 5/8 percent per year. This rate is used to calculate interest penalties owed by government agencies to businesses when they fail to pay for goods or services on time. The interest is calculated from the day after the payment was due until the payment is made.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is setting up a new advisory council for the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary to guide its management and act as a communication link with the local community. Applications for membership in this council are being accepted until March 7, 2025. The council will include a variety of seats for experts in natural resources, conservation, education, and other fields, as well as non-voting seats for government agencies. NOAA is encouraging individuals with relevant expertise or local knowledge to apply for these seats.