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The Department of Labor is proposing changes to improve the rules for administrative hearings before its Office of Administrative Law Judges. The main update is to require electronic filing and service of documents, making it easier and more efficient for lawyers and their clients. These rules also allow self-represented individuals to choose between electronic and traditional methods for filing papers. The Department has considered potential impacts and ensured that changes comply with relevant laws and regulations.

The Federal Reserve System has announced that people listed in the notice have applied to gain control of shares in a bank or bank holding company under the Change in Bank Control Act. Interested individuals can review the public parts of the applications at the Federal Reserve Banks or through the Board's website. The public can also send their comments on these applications, but they should be aware that any information shared will be publicly disclosed. Comments on the applications should be submitted by March 27, 2025.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has revoked the DEA registration of Dr. Milad I. Shaker due to his lack of authority to handle controlled substances in Pennsylvania. This decision followed the suspension of his medical license in Pennsylvania after he was found noncompliant with probation terms and was convicted of unlawfully distributing a controlled substance. Dr. Shaker did not request a hearing or submit a corrective action plan, leading to the automatic waiver of these rights. As a result, his registration has been revoked, and any pending applications to renew or modify this registration have been denied.

Hecate Energy Greene County 3 LLC filed a complaint against the New York Independent System Operator, Inc. and Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. on February 11, 2021. The complaint alleges that these entities violated the Federal Power Act and mishandled an interconnection request by not following the correct procedures outlined in their guidelines. Additionally, it claims that they introduced an unauthorized practice that affected the processing of generator requests. Interested parties have until March 15, 2021, to comment or intervene in the case.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has published a notice in the Federal Register listing petitions received under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. This program offers no-fault compensation to individuals injured by certain vaccines. The notice includes the names and details of various petitioners who have filed for compensation, along with their case numbers and locations. HRSA, on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services, collaborates with the United States Court of Federal Claims to manage these petitions.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the Department of Health and Human Services has released a notice listing the petitions filed under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program during October 2024. This program provides financial compensation to individuals who have suffered adverse effects from specific childhood vaccines. The notice includes details of these petitions, such as the petitioner's name, location, and case number. The public can submit written information about these cases to the United States Court of Federal Claims and HRSA.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has started an investigation to determine if the proposed rate schedule by Whitetail Solar 3, LLC is unfair or illegal. The case relates to section 206 of the Federal Power Act, and the refund effective date will be when this notice is published in the Federal Register. Interested individuals who want to be involved in the case must submit a notice or motion to intervene within 21 days after the order's date. The Commission prefers electronic submissions, but paper filings are also accepted at specific addresses provided in the notice.

Nasdaq ISE, LLC, submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to amend its rules for listing options on commodity-based trust units. The SEC is extending the initial 45-day review period to May 27, 2025, in order to have more time to evaluate the proposal. This means the SEC will decide by that date whether to approve or reject the rule change, or start a process to determine if they should reject it.

JVR Energy Park LLC has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on January 29, 2021. They are requesting an order for the San Diego Gas & Electric Company to provide interconnection and transmission services for their proposed solar and battery energy facility. Interested parties who want to intervene or protest must do so by February 19, 2021, following FERC's procedures. The application details and instructions can also be accessed on the FERC website.

The Department of Labor issued a direct final rule requiring attorneys and lay representatives representing parties before the Benefits Review Board to use electronic filing (e-filing) and automatic electronic service (e-service) for submitting documents. This rule, effective on February 25, 2021, aims to streamline the process, reduce costs, and improve efficiency by moving towards completely electronic case files. Self-represented parties are given the option to use these electronic systems or continue with traditional methods. The rule is designed to be non-controversial and mimics procedures already familiar in federal courts.