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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 United States Department of Justice has proposed new rules to allow certain firearm dealers to use the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) for conducting background checks on employees who handle firearms, as part of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. This proposal aims to prevent firearms from reaching individuals prohibited by law from possessing them, by enabling checks on employees who might access or use firearms through their work. The rules clarify how these checks, known as Firearm Handler Background Checks (FHCs), will be conducted, including what information can trigger a "Pass" or "Did Not Pass" notice and how individuals can appeal a "Did Not Pass" result. Comments on the proposal can be submitted until January 13, 2025.

The America First Trade Policy memorandum outlines a plan by the President to prioritize American economic and national security interests in trade policy. It directs various government officials to investigate and address issues like unfair trade practices, large trade deficits, and currency manipulation. The memo also emphasizes reviewing trade relations with China, exploring tariff adjustments, and examining the effectiveness of existing U.S. export controls. The goal is to enhance the United States' industrial and technological strengths, protect workers, and ensure fair trade practices with global partners.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized a rule that changes how it selects H-1B visa petitions submitted by employers. This new rule prioritizes selecting petitions based on the highest wage level offered for the job, rather than through a random lottery system. By ranking potential H-1B workers based on their salary offers, DHS aims to ensure that visas are more likely to go to highly skilled workers filling important roles, thus supporting economic recovery and protecting U.S. workers' wages. This rule is set to take effect on March 9, 2021, and aims to better align the H-1B program with the intention of hiring more qualified and valued international employees.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific models of Robinson Helicopter Company R44 and R44 II helicopters due to reports of failed clutch actuators and rivets. These failures may cause the brackets to detach from the fan scroll housing, potentially leading to serious safety issues, including loss of control of the helicopter. The directive requires inspections and corrective actions, such as repairing or replacing components to ensure the helicopters are safe to operate. This rule goes into effect on January 7, 2025, affecting over 1,600 helicopters in the U.S. registry.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific Bombardier airplane models, prompted by the need for stricter safety measures. This directive requires updates to maintenance and inspection programs to include new and more restrictive airworthiness limitations. The aim is to address issues that could potentially affect the stability and control of the aircraft during landing, which might lead to damage. The proposal invites public comments until March 21, 2025, and estimates that the directive will impact 484 U.S.-registered aircraft, with a cost of $7,650 per operator for compliance.

The FAA released a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting specific models of Bombardier airplanes, namely the BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11. This rule demands updates to the current maintenance and inspection programs to introduce stricter limits for brake accumulators, as these components may exceed their lifespan and fail, potentially causing loss of brake function. Affected airplanes must comply with these new standards by early 2025, and operators have 90 days from the directive's effective date to update their procedures accordingly. The rule is necessary to prevent unsafe conditions that might lead to accidents or runway excursions.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to update a previous Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. This new proposal aims to include more restrictive airworthiness limitations necessary to maintain safety by revising existing maintenance programs. The FAA invites the public to comment on this proposed rule by March 1, 2021, as it is intended to address potential safety issues related to structural integrity and control of the aircraft. This proposal relies on airworthiness standards set by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and would apply to airplanes with specific airworthiness certificates issued before June 1, 2020.

The Department of Education has announced the process for determining eligible colleges and universities for certain federal programs and is seeking applications for waivers from eligibility requirements for the 2025 fiscal year. These programs, under Titles III and V of the Higher Education Act, provide funding to strengthen institutions serving minority and underserved student populations. Eligible colleges may receive grants or waivers for some financial aid requirements even if they don't receive certain types of grants. Institutions can check their eligibility status online and apply for waivers if needed. Applications are due by April 7, 2025, and must be submitted electronically unless there's no internet access.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would update existing Airworthiness Directives for Boeing 757-200 airplanes. This rule aims to address safety concerns related to uncommanded movements of the Captain's and First Officer's seats, which could potentially affect aircraft control. The proposed changes include additional inspections and actions for seats previously omitted, and they apply to all Boeing 757-200 models. Comments on this proposed rule must be submitted by May 15, 2025.