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The Nasdaq Stock Market filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission to set stricter initial listing standards for companies primarily operating in countries that restrict information access. This proposal was initially published for public comment in June 2020, and the SEC took various steps to consider its approval or disapproval. However, on February 1, 2021, Nasdaq withdrew the proposed rule change.

On December 14, 2020, the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) proposed a rule in the Federal Register to revise rules around electronic filing and settlements and to make new procedures for penalties under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. However, after a new administration took office on January 20, 2021, a memo was issued to pause such regulations for review. Following this, OWCP decided to withdraw the proposed rule as of February 9, 2021, to allow time for the new administration to review and possibly revise it. Once this review is complete, a new proposed rule will be issued for public comment.

The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) decided to withdraw a proposed rule aimed at improving the quality control system for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Initially published on September 19, 2023, this rule was designed to enhance SNAP's integrity and accuracy as part of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. FNS will continue to collaborate with stakeholders to explore new regulations and improve overall program oversight and state compliance. This withdrawal allows the FNS to consider additional strategies for enhancing SNAP's quality control efforts.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided to withdraw a rule about the disposal of coal combustion residuals (CCR) from electric utilities because they received negative feedback. This rule, titled "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Legacy CCR Surface Impoundments; Correction," was originally published on January 16, 2025. Although this direct final rule has been removed, the EPA is still accepting comments on a similar proposed rule until March 17, 2025, and will address these comments in any future actions. The withdrawn rule involved changes to regulations concerning the disposal and handling of coal waste products.

The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) is withdrawing a direct final rule published on December 14, 2020, which proposed changes to regulations on electronic filing, settlements, and penalties under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. This action aligns with a January 20, 2021, memorandum from the Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff aiming for a regulatory review by the new administration. The withdrawal provides the administration time for assessment and may invite further public comments later.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the withdrawal of a rule that was originally published on September 20, 2024. This rule was intended to amend regulations regarding regulatory hearings before the agency. However, after receiving a significant number of adverse comments from the public, the FDA decided not to proceed with the changes. The rule is officially withdrawn as of January 17, 2025.

The Department of Labor is withdrawing a rule that would have made electronic filing and service mandatory for legal representatives involved with the Benefits Review Board unless a different filing method was justified. This decision came after receiving significant negative feedback during the comment period, indicating some concerns with the filing system. While the rule won't take effect, the department plans to extend the comment period and hold listening sessions to gather more user feedback. The rule withdrawal applies to changes that were to be introduced on January 11, 2021.

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC submitted a proposed rule to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that aimed to set new qualifications for the management of companies operating in countries with restrictive information laws. Initially filed in May 2020, the proposal underwent several amendments to address regulatory concerns. Despite a detailed review process including public comments and multiple amendments, the proposal was ultimately withdrawn by Nasdaq on February 1, 2021.