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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule impacting all Leonardo S.p.a. Model AB139 and AW139 helicopters. This rule requires consistent inspections of specific parts of the helicopter's main landing gear due to reports of breakage caused by fatigue cracking. If any issues are found, the gear assembly must be replaced, and certain assemblies cannot be installed unless they meet specific criteria. This directive aims to prevent potential structural failures that could lead to serious damage or injuries. Comments on the rule are welcomed until February 18, 2025.

The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has issued a final rule updating the regulations for the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) Research Endowment Programs. This rule expands eligibility for research endowment awards to include certain Health Resources and Services Administration and NIMHD centers of excellence, following the enactment of Public Law 117-104. It also changes the program's name to honor John Lewis and revises outdated regulatory references. The changes aim to improve research capacity in minority health and address health disparities while adhering to current laws and guidelines.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) reviewed the test procedure for commercial warm air furnaces (CWAFs) after a court remand regarding the thermal efficiency two (TE2) metric. The DOE determined that the industry test procedure for measuring energy efficiency during a typical use cycle, considering jacket losses and part-load operation, is inadequate. Consequently, the DOE reaffirmed its new test procedure, which accounts for these factors, ensuring that energy efficiency is accurately measured. This revised procedure will help provide clearer information for consumers and manufacturers when new energy standards are set.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued a report to Congress. As of September 30, 2024, they found no major differences in the accounting and capital standards for the banks they oversee. While there are some minor differences concerning definitions and rules, these do not significantly affect the institutions. The report highlights how certain rules apply differently to specific banking groups due to legal and regulatory requirements.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to renew the collection of information related to federal standards for controlling radon emissions from uranium mill tailings. This renewal is necessary for maintaining public health safety by ensuring compliance with these standards. The EPA is asking for additional public comments on this information collection request, which involves the collection of records and inspection of facilities. The agency estimates a decrease in the number of respondents and associated burden compared to previous estimates.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is asking the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend for three years the current clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act for information collection related to the Pay-Per-Call Rule. This rule helps prevent unfair acts in pay-per-call services. The FTC is seeking public comments by February 20, 2025, on these information collection requirements. They clarify that previous comments incorrectly viewed the request as proposing new rules, rather than continuing existing requirements.

The United States Mint, part of the Treasury Department, has announced the price for the Armed Forces 2.5 oz. Silver Medals, which will be $160.00. This announcement is documented as a notice in the Federal Register and provides the contact information for Ann Bailey, from the Mint’s Sales and Marketing team, for any further inquiries. The pricing is authorized under 31 U.S.C. 5111(a)(2).

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is proposing to approve new reliability standards related to frequency and voltage settings, known as PRC-024-4 and PRC-029-1. These standards, submitted by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), aim to ensure that electric generators and other inverter-based resources (IBRs) can handle changes in electrical disturbances without shutting down unexpectedly. FERC is seeking public comments on the proposal and plans to direct NERC to provide detailed information on any granted exemptions, especially for older equipment that can't easily meet the new requirements. Comments on this proposal are due by March 24, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to renew the 2022 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Construction General Permit (CGP) for stormwater discharges from construction activities. This renewal request, which is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process, is necessary as the current permit is set to expire on February 28, 2025. The public can comment on this proposal until March 31, 2025. The renewal will affect approximately 3,631 operators per year and involves changes like new questions and requirements for notices and inspections, contributing to an increased estimated cost of over $15 million per year.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) budget and annual accounting support fee for 2025, in accordance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. The SEC reviewed the PCAOB's proposed budget, ensuring it aligns with recoverable expenses, and emphasized the importance of operational efficiency. The PCAOB is directed to maintain regular communications with the SEC regarding any budget adjustments and to submit a reduced spending plan due to sequestration cuts. The Budget Control Act of 2011 requires sequestration of $22.8 million for 2025, slightly reducing available funds for the PCAOB.