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MIAX Emerald, LLC has submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to create a Minor Rule Violation Plan (MRVP). This plan would allow certain minor rule violations to be punished with fines up to $2,500 and would not require immediate reporting to the SEC, as long as summary reports are sent quarterly. This proposal excludes some conduct policies and aims to make handling minor infractions more efficient. The public is invited to comment on the proposal, and the SEC will decide on its approval by December 24, 2024.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule under the Federal Clean Water Act to amend the California Toxics Rule by establishing a revised selenium water quality criterion for certain freshwater bodies in California. This new criterion aims to protect aquatic life and wildlife that depend on these aquatic ecosystems from high selenium levels, which can be toxic. The EPA incorporated public feedback and scientific evidence into the rule, and it includes measures to account for site-specific conditions. The rule will take effect on January 16, 2025, unless California develops its own compliant standards.

The final regulations clarify the application of excise taxes on payments made for air transportation services. Specifically, they address the exemption for payments made for certain aircraft management services, including maintenance and support of an aircraft owner's plane, ensuring that the tax does not apply to amounts paid for these services. The regulations also discuss rules related to aircraft charters and the responsibilities of various parties in collecting the air transportation taxes. These changes aim to incorporate statutory updates and simplify compliance for taxpayers and IRS examiners.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to sell 11 parcels of public land, totaling 89.35 acres, in the Las Vegas Valley, Nevada, through a modified competitive sale process. Each parcel will be sold for at least its fair market value, and interested parties must register and participate in an online auction via the EnergyNet website starting March 18, 2025. The sale is governed by multiple federal laws and regulations, and buyers are responsible for complying with all applicable laws and securing necessary approvals for land use. The sale integrates environmental considerations to ensure compliance with relevant environmental laws.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the application of 24X National Exchange LLC to register as a national securities exchange. 24X plans to operate an automated trading platform for trading listed stocks during extended hours, including overnight sessions on weekdays. The exchange will be supported by technology from MEMX Technologies and will use FINRA for certain regulatory functions. To protect investors, 24X must join several national market system plans and implement enhancements like customer risk disclosures before commencing operations.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking public comments on its request to extend the approval of information collection related to state occupational safety standards as part of the OSHA Strategic Partnership Program for Worker Safety and Health. This extension would increase the total burden hours due to a rise in the number of participating employers. Public feedback is requested on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the information collection requirements. Comments must be submitted by March 11, 2025, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or fax.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) submitted a proposed rule change to amend Section 907.00 of the NYSE Manual. This amendment aims to clarify the application of complimentary products and services offered to companies listed on the exchange, depending on their global market value. Companies that listed on or after January 11, 2021, will receive these services for 48 months, while those listed earlier will get them for 24 months. The change is primarily for clarification and transparency and does not impose any significant burden on competition or affect investor protection.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted Green Impact Exchange, LLC (GIX) approval to register as a national securities exchange. GIX will be responsible for its trading system's regulations and oversight, although some regulatory functions will be outsourced to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) through a regulatory services agreement. The exchange will operate as an electronic trading platform without a physical trading floor, and its corporate governance and ownership structures align with industry standards to maintain independence and meet SEC requirements. Additionally, GIX plans to utilize technology provided by MEMX Technologies to facilitate trading operations while ensuring compliance with federal securities laws.

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs announced that an amendment to the Tribal-State compact for class III gaming between the Chitimacha Tribe and the State of Louisiana has been approved by law. This amendment extends the compact's term by seven years and raises the dollar amount for Tribal licensing and State certification of vendors to the Tribe's gaming facilities. The approval took effect automatically since the Secretary of the Interior did not act within the required 45-day review period set by the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing a proposal by the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC) to modify the calculation of the VaR (Value at Risk) Floor for its Mortgage-Backed Securities Division. The change aims to incorporate a "Minimum Margin Amount" to better account for market volatility and ensure adequate risk management. This proposal was developed after the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that the existing calculations did not sufficiently cover risks, particularly during periods of extreme market changes, and the SEC is inviting public comments on this advance notice. The proposed enhancements are designed to limit FICC's exposure by ensuring that its systems account for recent and more volatile market conditions.