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The Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council has proposed a rule to guide its enforcement powers over the effectiveness of Appraiser and Appraisal Management Company (AMC) Programs managed by State Appraiser Regulatory Agencies. This proposed rule aims to formalize the current compliance review process with some modifications, requiring evaluation of program effectiveness and setting requirements for maintaining effective programs. It also authorizes the ASC to take enforcement actions, such as issuing warnings or suspending programs that do not meet effectiveness standards. Public comments on this proposal are invited by February 4, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule that affects various models of Airbus A300-600 series airplanes. This proposed rule wants to add new, stricter maintenance and inspection requirements due to concerns about the safety risks from aging aircraft systems. These changes are based on recommendations by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and will replace some previous maintenance instructions. The public can comment on this proposal until May 9, 2025.

The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing a new rule to allow bicycles on approximately 79.8 miles of multi-use trails in the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area. This proposal is part of a comprehensive trail management plan aimed at improving access, accommodating the needs of the growing nearby city of Redding, and reopening trails impacted by the Carr Fire in 2018. The NPS plans to designate these trails for bicycles in a way that balances recreational use with the conservation of natural and cultural resources. Public comments on the proposed rule are being accepted until February 28, 2025.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) proposes changes to credit union rules to make it easier for federal credit unions to expand and serve more groups and underserved areas. They want to count shared branches, ATMs, and electronic facilities in certain networks as "service facilities," even if the credit union doesn't own them. This would help credit unions offer more services without needing to buy into a shared network. The NCUA is also considering whether online banking should count as a service facility to accommodate modern trends in financial services.

The National Park Service is proposing new rules for using powered micromobility devices, like electric scooters, hoverboards, and Segways, in national parks. These devices will be classified separately from motor vehicles and bikes, and specific regions within parks can be designated for their use. The proposal ensures that these devices aren't allowed in wilderness areas and provides clear guidelines for where and how they can be used, giving park superintendents the flexibility to manage their use. Public comments on this proposed rule are invited until March 17, 2025.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing a rule aimed at protecting federal properties more effectively. This rule would give more authority to DHS's Federal Protective Service to manage security on and around federal buildings. The rule includes updates to existing regulations, like prohibiting drones, smoking, and unauthorized camping on federal property. It also extends some regulations to areas outside federal properties where necessary to protect the properties and the people there.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing changes to its rules about medical copayments for veterans. The proposed rule would allow the VA to start the process to waive copayment debts on behalf of veterans in certain situations. This means veterans may not have to fill out a specific form (VA Form 5655) anymore when asking for a waiver. The rule aims to make it easier for veterans by simplifying the process and clarifying regulations related to these medical debts.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is withdrawing its proposed rules related to brokered deposit restrictions, corporate governance, and the Change in Bank Control Act. These proposals, published in 2023 and 2024, aimed to revise existing regulations but faced issues like being overly complex, conflicting with state laws, and potentially discouraging investments in banks. If the FDIC decides to take regulatory action on these matters in the future, it will announce new proposals.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is proposing a rule to set annual catch limits for Pacific bluefin tuna in the eastern Pacific Ocean for 2021. This rule follows an international agreement to help preserve this overfished species. The total limit for U.S. commercial fishing is set at 425 metric tons with specific trip limits that decrease as cumulative catches increase throughout the year, ensuring tighter control over the fishing activities. Comments on this proposal must be submitted by February 4, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule to replace the existing Airworthiness Directive for certain Airbus SAS airplanes, following reports of cracks during inspections. This new rule will require continuous inspections, specific corrective actions, and modify the forward pressure bulkhead to prevent cracking, which could threaten the aircraft's structural integrity. The FAA is seeking public comments on this proposal by May 12, 2025. The rule aims to ensure safety and prevent possible structural failures in these airplane models.