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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a proposed rule to establish new safeguards for research involving human fetal tissue from elective abortions. The rule includes requirements for informed consent from pregnant women, prohibits financial incentives related to tissue donation or abortion, and mandates how human fetal tissue should be sourced and disposed of. HHS aims to ensure the ethical conduct of such research by aligning its regulations with established ethical guidelines and federal laws, enhancing oversight, and stressing the importance of truly voluntary informed consent. The proposal invites public comments to help refine these regulations.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized a rule allowing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to send immigration bond-related notices electronically, provided obligors agree to this method of communication. Although no significant changes were made from an earlier interim rule, this final rule clarifies text, updates terminology, and fixes typographical errors. Commenters raised concerns about technical issues, accessibility, and fairness, particularly regarding the new Cash Electronic Bonds Online System (CeBONDS), but the rule aims to make processes more efficient and reduce mail costs. This transition to electronic service is optional, and obligors can still opt for traditional mail service.

The Department of State has issued a final rule that updates the criteria for issuing "diplomatic type" or "official type" visas, aiming to better align with U.S. laws and international travel practices. This rule expands the previous definition of passports by including non-national travel documents, such as those from organizations like the United Nations, as potential equivalents to diplomatic passports. It also clarifies the categories of individuals who can receive these visas, making distinctions to avoid confusion between visa types and classifications. These changes ensure that the visa issuance process for diplomatic, official, and regular types is consistent and transparent.

The U.S. Department of Energy is implementing a new rule that exempts certain records from the Privacy Act of 1974 because those records contain classified information. This new system, known as DOE-85, involves research, technology, and economic security reviews and aims to manage risks related to national security and foreign policy. The rule is effective January 16, 2025, and is tailored to protect classified information while allowing DOE to coordinate effectively with other agencies. Despite public concerns, the DOE maintains that these exemptions are necessary and do not violate laws like the Freedom of Information Act.

The executive order establishes the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission to tackle health issues in the United States, focusing particularly on chronic diseases. The Commission, led by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, will consist of various government officials who will study the childhood chronic disease crisis and recommend strategies. Within 100 and 180 days, the Commission will submit assessments and strategies to the President, identifying causes and solutions for health problems. These initiatives aim to significantly reduce chronic disease rates and promote healthier lifestyles among Americans, especially children.

The Secretary of Homeland Security has extended a finding of a mass influx of aliens at the southern U.S. border, which originally went into effect in January 2025. This finding, which will last for 180 days, allows the federal government to request assistance from state and local governments to manage immigration law enforcement. The extension is due to concerns of potential increases in illegal entries, criminal activity, and overwhelming demands on law enforcement and immigration resources. This decision aims to maintain operational control over the border to ensure the safety and welfare of residents across all 50 states.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a rule allowing motorcycle manufacturers to use an internationally recognized symbol for the anti-lock brake system (ABS) malfunction indicator, providing them with more flexibility. This rule removes the previous letter height requirement if the ISO symbol is used but keeps it for text-only labels. NHTSA made this decision after hearing from manufacturers that changing the telltale would be costly and would not improve safety. The rule includes technical corrections and updates to ensure alignment with international standards, without imposing additional costs on manufacturers, particularly benefiting small businesses.

The Depository Trust Company (DTC) has proposed a plan to raise up to $3 billion through the issuance of senior notes, a type of debt, to strengthen its liquidity resources. This is a part of their strategy to ensure they have enough funds to complete financial settlements even if a major participant fails to meet their obligations. By diversifying their sources of liquidity, they aim to reduce dependency on current credit facilities and manage financial risks better. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comments on this proposal.

The Federal Reserve Board has proposed a rule change to stabilize the capital requirements for large financial institutions. The changes would calculate the stress capital buffer requirement by averaging the capital declines from the past two years of stress tests, instead of just one, to reduce volatility. Additionally, the implementation date for the new requirements would be moved from October 1 to January 1, giving firms extra time to comply. These adjustments aim to make capital planning easier and lower regulatory burdens without significantly affecting overall capital demands.

The BOX Exchange LLC proposed a rule change to update its Fee Schedule by increasing fees for connectivity and ports used on the BOX Options Market LLC facility. These changes reflect an 8% fee increase justified by an industry-specific inflation measure called the Producer Price Index for Data Processing and Related Services. The fee adjustments are meant to help the Exchange maintain and enhance its market technology and services, despite not having increased these fees since 2018. The Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public comments on this proposal until January 17, 2025.