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The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a consent agreement with Chemence, Inc. to address allegations of deceptive practices related to their claims about products being "Made in USA." The FTC found that Chemence falsely advertised their glue products as primarily made in the United States, while much of the materials were sourced from abroad. The proposed order includes a $1.2 million judgment and guidelines for future advertising and compliance measures, including preventing Chemence from making false claims about product origins unless they accurately reflect manufacturing and material sources. This action is part of a shift towards stricter enforcement of "Made in USA" claims, aiming to protect consumers and honest competitors.

The New York Stock Exchange LLC has proposed a new rule change to adjust the fee structure for limited partnerships that are at least 40% owned by another company already listed on the Exchange. This change would establish a flat fee, which is the minimum annual fee applied, to reflect the cost savings from servicing affiliated listings, such as shared management between the entities. The Exchange believes this adjustment is fair and reasonable, as it would help them compete more effectively for listings in a highly competitive market. This proposed rule change is effective upon filing and is open for public comments.

Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon a well, pipeline, and related facilities in Ohio to reduce risks to the Brinker Storage Field. The public can participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by March 17, 2025, without any fee. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission encourages electronic submissions through their website and offers assistance via phone and email for the process. All project-related information will be available on the Commission’s website, and updates are accessible through a free subscription service.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Department of Commerce, is collecting public comments on its information collection activities for the Aleutian Islands pollock fishery. This notice is part of a routine renewal request under the Paperwork Reduction Act, seeking to gauge the impact and necessity of the reporting requirements, which help in managing the fishery. Specifically, the collection involves selecting and approving vessels and processors by The Aleut Corporation, as specified by Federal regulations. Public comments are invited until February 3, 2025, and will be used to assess and possibly improve the collection process.

Nasdaq GEMX, LLC has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to introduce new fees for its expanded co-location services. These services allow clients to place their computers and hardware within Nasdaq's data center to access trading data more efficiently. The proposal includes fees for a new type of computer cabinet called the Ultra High Density Cabinet and installation fees for both cabinets and power distribution units in a newly expanded section of their data center. This proposal aims to improve service and accommodate growing demand while ensuring that fees remain fair and consistent with market standards.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has published a notice about amendments to the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community's Liquor Ordinance. These changes, effective from March 21, 2025, update the rules for selling alcohol within the community, covering both on-sale and off-sale transactions. The amendments provide regulations on licensing, operation, and management of liquor sales on Tribally-owned property, including compliance with state and federal laws. The Community's Business Council plays a key role in overseeing on-sale and off-sale liquor operations and reporting to the General Council.

The Department of Labor (DOL) has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This request is related to the Criteria and Non-Criteria Agricultural Clearance Order Forms and H-2A Application. They want to reinstate previous forms used before the Farmworker Protection Final Rule took effect. Public comments on this request are invited before April 3, 2025, as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that the Cboe EDGX Exchange, Inc. has filed a proposed rule change. This change aims to align the exchange's rules for listing options with $1 strike prices with those of its affiliate, Cboe Exchange, Inc. The SEC has approved an immediate effect for this rule change, bypassing the usual 30-day waiting period, because it does not raise new regulatory concerns and helps ensure consistent rules across related exchanges. The public is invited to submit comments on this rule change by February 19, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is introducing a new computer matching program with the Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology to verify eligibility for programs like Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These programs offer discounts on broadband and voice services to low-income individuals. The program will check if applicants are enrolled in benefits like SNAP and Medicaid, using data shared between various agencies. This verification aims to ensure only eligible individuals receive these discounts while reducing fraud.

The Cboe Exchange, Inc. filed a proposal to change its fee structure regarding expiring fee waivers and incentive programs, effective January 4, 2021. The proposed changes include adjusting the incentive programs for market makers in specific index options, like MSCI EAFE (MXEA) and Emerging Markets (MXEF), and increasing financial incentives for quoting in S&P 500 (SPX) options during global trading hours. Additionally, the proposal plans to remove expired incentives related to the FTSE 100 Mini Index (UKXM) options. These changes aim to encourage liquidity and active markets, benefiting overall market quality to the advantage of all participants.