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In Executive Order 14172, the President ordered the restoration of names to honor notable figures in American history. The order directs changes like reinstating the name "Mount McKinley" for North America's highest peak and renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." It also empowers the Secretary of the Interior and the U.S. Board on Geographic Names to implement these changes and consider additional naming honors, particularly in light of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. The order emphasizes respecting past traditions while encouraging federal agencies to use the new names consistently in all official documents.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule amending the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to align with recent decisions made by the Australia Group (AG), a multilateral forum focused on preventing the spread of chemical and biological weapons. These changes include new controls on instruments for peptide synthesis, dipropylamine, and neosaxitoxin, and adjustments to existing controls on botulinum toxins and toxic gas monitors. The rule is effective December 23, 2024, and reflects ongoing international efforts to enhance export controls on items that can potentially be used in weapons programs.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to Maine's State Implementation Plan (SIP) addressing the 2015 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) under the Clean Air Act. This proposal includes implementing infrastructure requirements, converting past conditional approvals to full approvals, and confirming Maine's determination that no sites in the state are subject to certain oil and gas industry control guidelines. Public comments on this proposal are invited before a decision is made.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposes to partially waive the 2024 cellulosic biofuel volume requirement in the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program due to a shortfall in its production. The plan suggests reducing the requirement to 0.88 billion Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) from the initial 1.09 billion. Additionally, the proposal requests feedback on whether to consider this reduction using both the general and cellulosic waiver authorities. The EPA also aims to extend the compliance deadline to accommodate refiners and blenders adjusting to revised requirements and proposes minor revisions to regulations regarding biogas in the RFS program.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is revising the process for granting rights-of-way across National Wildlife Refuge System lands and other lands they manage. The changes are aimed at making the permitting process quicker and more efficient by aligning it with other Department of the Interior procedures. Key updates include requiring a preapplication meeting, allowing electronic submission of applications, and ensuring flexibility in determining the value of rights-of-way. The rule also introduces new terms and conditions for permits to ensure use is compatible with the conservation goals of the Refuge System, effective January 10, 2025.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a rule to update standards for Primary Magnesium Refining, aimed at improving air quality and protecting public health and the environment. The proposed regulation will ensure that emissions of hazardous air pollutants, such as chlorine, are better controlled. The EPA is planning to eliminate exemptions previously allowed during startup, shutdown, and malfunction periods and include new work practice standards for malfunction events. Additionally, the proposal requires electronic reporting to streamline data handling and improve compliance.

Gulf South Pipeline Company, LLC has filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to abandon a portion of its natural gas pipeline in Louisiana. Gulf South plans to remove about 5.3 miles of the 16-inch pipeline, and this will not impact its existing customers. Interested parties have until March 23, 2021, to file protests, motions to intervene, or comments regarding this proposal. The public can view documents related to this project online and submit their input electronically or by mail.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established new greenhouse gas (GHG) emission standards for specific types of airplanes and their engines, aligning with international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). These standards apply to certain civil jet and larger propeller airplanes, aiming to reduce air pollution and meet the 2016 findings on aircraft emissions. The rule covers new type design airplanes from 2021 and in-production airplanes from 2028, but will not require major changes since most airplanes will already comply with the standards. This action helps U.S. airplane manufacturers remain competitive internationally by ensuring their products meet global emission requirements.

The Department of Justice has proposed a consent decree related to a lawsuit against XTO Energy, Inc. for a 2018 gas well blowout in Ohio that released thousands of tons of methane. Under the proposed agreement, XTO would pay $8 million in penalties, conduct an audit of its operations, and undertake projects to reduce methane emissions. The public is invited to comment on this proposal within 30 days of its announcement. The decree can be reviewed online, and comments may be submitted by email or mail.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced an arms sales notification involving the sale of military equipment to the Government of Italy. This sale includes 21 M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and other military hardware. The total estimated cost of the program is $400 million. The sale aims to strengthen Italy's defense capabilities and enhance interoperability with the U.S. and other allies, without affecting U.S. defense readiness.