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The Department of Justice has submitted a proposed consent decree to a New Mexico court regarding a lawsuit against HF Sinclair Navajo Refining LLC, alleging that they violated air quality laws at their refinery. The proposed settlement requires HF Sinclair to pay a $35 million civil penalty and undertake various projects to reduce harmful emissions. The public is invited to comment on this decree within 30 days of its publication, with details available on the Department of Justice's website. Comments can be submitted via email or mail, and may be added to the public court record.

On January 29, 2021, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Stericycle, Inc. for allegedly violating the Clean Air Act by exceeding nitrogen oxides (NOx) emission limits from its medical waste incinerator in North Salt Lake, Utah. To resolve the lawsuit, Stericycle has agreed to a proposed consent decree, which includes paying a $600,000 fine and funding a project to replace old diesel school buses with cleaner models at a cost of about $2 million. Public comments on this proposed settlement are being accepted for 30 days following the notice's publication, and the consent decree is available for review on the Justice Department's website.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has proposed a rule change to defer the billing of initial listing fees for Acquisition Companies by one year from their listing date. The Exchange believes this change is needed to stay competitive with primary competitor Nasdaq, which already has a similar deferral policy. Acquisition Companies uniquely deposit 100% of IPO proceeds into trust accounts, which makes early-stage fees burdensome. This deferral aims to encourage more of these companies to list on the NYSE without negatively impacting revenue or regulatory funding.

ANR Pipeline Company has filed an application for its Heartland Project, which involves installing new pipelines and stations across counties in Wisconsin and Illinois to boost natural gas supply in the Midwest. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is reviewing the application and invites public participation through comments, protests, and interventions, with a deadline of March 27, 2025. The estimated cost for the project is $902 million, and it aims to increase transportation capacity by 473,000 dekatherms per day. The public can track the project's progress via FERC's website and utilize services like eSubscription for updates.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final rule detailing changes to regulations associated with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) for the year 2026. This rule covers various elements such as payment parameters, risk adjustment programs, and changes to user fee rates for health plans offered through Exchanges. It also introduces modifications to how quality improvement and medical loss ratio reporting are managed, aiming to enhance health equity, reduce health disparities, and minimize the administrative burden on healthcare providers. These updates are part of ongoing efforts to ensure consumers have access to quality and affordable health coverage.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule to address health risks from carbon tetrachloride (CTC) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This rule will establish workplace safety requirements and prohibit certain manufacturing and commercial uses of CTC where evidence shows these uses have ceased. It also introduces recordkeeping and notification responsibilities. The rule supports broader environmental goals, like those in the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act and the Kigali Amendment, aimed at reducing substances harmful to the ozone layer.

El Paso Natural Gas Company, L.L.C. has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to abandon its Monument Compressor Station Unit 1B located in New Mexico, in order to cut down on operational costs. The public can participate in the review process by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by May 6, 2025. There is no charge for filing these documents and the guidelines for participation are detailed on the FERC website. Documents related to this project are accessible online via FERC’s eLibrary or can be subscribed to for updates.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a proposed settlement regarding the Crest Rubber Superfund Site in Alliance, Ohio. This settlement involves Bridgestone and its related companies, who will pay over $1.4 million to the Hazardous Substance Superfund to cover past cleanup costs. The EPA seeks public comments on this proposal for 30 days following the notice's publication. Comments must include specific details and be submitted by the deadline to be considered.

The Department of Defense has announced an arms sale to Egypt, allowing them to purchase up to 168 RIM-116C Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) Block 2 tactical missiles. This deal, valued at approximately $197 million, includes related support and logistical services. The sale aims to strengthen Egypt's naval defense, specifically improving their protection of coastal regions and the Suez Canal, without upsetting the regional military balance. Raytheon Missiles & Defense is the principal contractor for this sale, and no U.S. personnel will be required to assist in Egypt.

Nasdaq Stock Market LLC filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to list and trade shares of the CoinShares Litecoin ETF under Nasdaq Rule 5711(d), which focuses on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. The CoinShares Litecoin ETF will allow investors to gain exposure to Litecoin, a digital currency. The proposal outlines how the ETF will operate, including its investment objective, valuation, and security measures for safeguarding the digital currency. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposed rule change before making a decision to approve or disapprove it.