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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a final rule amending its Privacy Act regulations. This amendment exempts the Smuggling Interdiction and Trade Compliance (SITC) National Information Communication Activity System (SNICAS) from certain Privacy Act provisions to help with law enforcement operations. The USDA is also updating its regulations to reflect the consolidation of certain records systems into a single system. The rule takes effect on February 10, 2025, and does not impose any new reporting requirements for small businesses.

The document is an executive order from the President of the United States aiming to restore capital punishment as a tool for addressing severe crimes. It criticizes previous actions by President Biden and certain judges for hindering the use of the death penalty and outlines policies for the Attorney General to ensure its enforcement. The order emphasizes seeking the death penalty for federal crimes, particularly those involving law enforcement officers or illegal immigrants, and aims to challenge Supreme Court decisions that limit capital punishment. Additionally, it seeks to strengthen law enforcement efforts against violent crime to protect public safety.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has postponed the effective date of a new rule concerning privacy for certain records systems until April 11, 2025. This rule was originally set to take effect on February 10, 2025, and involves exempting a USDA records system from some Privacy Act provisions to avoid interfering with law enforcement. This delay allows further review and aligns with a presidential memorandum that calls for regulatory review. The action uses a legal exemption that allows the immediate delay without public comment.

The Federal Election Commission will hold a closed meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with a continuation on January 30, 2025. The meeting will take place at 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC, and will be accessible virtually, though not open to the public. Topics include compliance matters, internal personnel decisions, investigatory records for law enforcement, and other confidential information. For further details, Judith Ingram is available at (202) 694-1220.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a final rule regarding the "NIH Police Records" system, which contains law enforcement records maintained by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Police Division. This rule establishes exemptions from certain requirements of the Privacy Act, allowing the NIH to withhold access to specific investigatory records to protect law enforcement procedures and sources. The exemptions apply to both criminal and non-criminal investigatory materials to prevent interference with ongoing investigations and safeguard the integrity of investigatory techniques. The rule is set to become effective on February 18, 2025, and it has been determined that it will not have significant economic impacts on small entities or impose significant expenses on state or local governments.

The Coast Guard has announced it will enforce special local regulations for the San Juan Harbor Christmas Boat Parade on December 14, 2024, to ensure safety on the water. During the event from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., no one is allowed to enter or stay in the designated area of San Juan Harbor without Coast Guard approval. This enforcement is part of their efforts to maintain safe navigation during recurring marine events. The Coast Guard will provide additional information through various notices and may work with other law enforcement agencies to enforce the rules.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, will enforce a safety zone on the Sacramento River near the Tower Bridge during the Sacramento New Year's Eve Fireworks Display on December 31, 2024, from 8:45 p.m. to 9:20 p.m. This safety measure is to protect people and the environment from the risks of fireworks. Unauthorized people and vessels are not allowed in the zone unless they get permission from the Patrol Commander or other law enforcement agencies present. If it’s safe, the Patrol Commander might allow vessels to pass through during this time.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), part of the Department of Justice, is planning to send a request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval to collect feedback through the Crime Data Explorer Feedback Survey. This survey aims to gather input from law enforcement, academia, and the general public to enhance the Crime Data Explorer's functionality. The FBI anticipates around 200 responses annually, with each response taking approximately two minutes. This is a continuation of a previously approved information collection, and public comments are invited until March 29, 2021.

The Proclamation issued by the President of the United States orders that the American flag be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect to honor Capitol Police Officers Brian D. Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, along with all Capitol Police Officers and other law enforcement personnel. This order applies to the White House, all public buildings, military posts, naval stations, and U.S. diplomatic offices both domestically and internationally, lasting until sunset on January 13, 2021. This gesture recognizes the service and sacrifice of those who guard the nation's capital and maintain order across the country.