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The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has issued a final rule to update how the federal government assesses the suitability and fitness of individuals for civil service positions. This rule establishes new standards and procedures for evaluating federal employees, contractors, and non-appropriated fund positions, including a shift to continuous vetting to ensure ongoing eligibility. It aims to streamline and standardize vetting processes across various federal roles, ensuring that workforce integrity and efficiency are maintained. The rule also clarifies criteria for determining unsuitable or unfit behavior, but with caution to respect individual rights under existing laws.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the fiscal year 2021 for the National Professional Development (NPD) Program. This

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made amendments to the final results of a review concerning certain activated carbon imports from China, addressing and correcting some calculation errors. These errors led to changes in dumping margins for the involved companies, with affected companies now charged slightly lower duties on the import of these goods. New cash deposit and assessment rate requirements are established, which apply to future imports, and will remain in effect until further notice. Additionally, importers are reminded of their responsibility to comply with regulations regarding antidumping duties and protective orders.

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) of the US Department of Agriculture has issued a proposed rule recommending changes to pricing in 11 Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMOs). These proposed amendments update existing formulas for milk composition, surveyed commodity products, and milk pricing categories, among others, to better reflect current market conditions. The changes are aimed at improving the fairness and accuracy of milk pricing across different regions and market classes. The AMS will seek approval from milk producers before implementing any new rules, with the possibility of terminating the order if it doesn't receive enough support.

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 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is proposing to withdraw a previous decision to classify certain miscellaneous gas products, like decorative hearths and outdoor heaters, as covered consumer products under energy conservation regulations. This decision is part of the DOE's efforts to comply with the Executive Order "Unleashing American Energy," which aims to ensure that energy regulations are practical and do not overly limit consumer choice. The DOE's proposal suggests that these gas products do not have enough in common functionally to be treated as the same type of product for regulatory purposes. Public comments on this proposal are being accepted until April 14, 2025, through various submission methods, including the Federal eRulemaking Portal.

The Department of Homeland Security is proposing a new information collection initiative through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to gather data as part of enhanced screening and vetting standards under Executive Order 14161. This initiative aims to collect additional biographic and contact information across various immigration forms to assess individuals' eligibility for immigration-related benefits while ensuring national security. Public comments on this proposal are invited until May 2, 2025. The effort, compliant with the Paperwork Reduction Act, does not anticipate extra costs for respondents.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing new rules to improve accessibility for video conferencing services, focusing on features such as text-to-speech and automatic sign-language interpretation. They are seeking input on how these services can better support individuals with disabilities, including those who are blind, have low vision, or have cognitive or mobility disabilities. The FCC also wants to know if the telecommunications relay services (TRS) Fund should support team interpreting for video conferences. They are considering how to integrate TRS effectively with video conferencing platforms to ensure seamless communication for everyone involved.

In Executive Order 14216, the President addresses the issue of infertility, which affects many couples in the United States. The order emphasizes the importance of providing affordable and accessible in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments to help families overcome fertility challenges. It directs the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy to recommend strategies for reducing the costs associated with IVF and ensuring easier access. The order aims to support family formation while acknowledging legal and budgetary limitations.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued a final rule to identify larger participants in the market for digital consumer payment apps, like digital wallets and payment apps used for personal payments. A nonbank must manage at least 50 million transactions annually and not be a small business to qualify as a larger participant and fall under CFPB supervision. This new rule, effective January 9, 2025, will not add new consumer protection obligations but will help the CFPB monitor compliance with federal consumer financial laws and assess risks to consumers. The rule follows a public comment phase and consultation with other federal agencies.