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The Copyright Royalty Judges are proposing new regulations for the digital performance of sound recordings and making transient copies by new subscription services for the years 2026 to 2030. These regulations will determine how royalty rates are calculated for music services provided as part of TV packages, like cable or satellite, with a key change being the annual adjustment of fees based on inflation. Interested parties can comment or object to these proposed rules by January 21, 2025. Additionally, the changes incorporate the existing framework but include some updates, such as using proxy data to distribute royalties when licensees fail to report use data.

The Department of Commerce is collecting public comments on the Annual Business Survey (ABS), which gathers data to better understand business dynamics in the U.S. The survey, conducted by the Census Bureau, includes information on business owners' demographics, and research and development activities, particularly aiming to improve minority and disadvantaged groups' access to resources. For 2021, the survey will expand to cover more nonprofit organizations, adding to its 308,000 respondents. The collected data will support government programs and agencies, enhance business support services, and contribute to national economic analyses.

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) published its annual report as required by the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Act of 2010. This report covers the budgetary effects of legislation enacted during the second session of the 118th Congress, detailing the PAYGO scorecards that track the financial impacts over 5- and 10-year periods. Due to adjustments made by the American Relief Act of 2025, the scorecards' budgetary balances were set to zero, which means no sequestration order is needed for fiscal year 2025. The report also notes that 46 laws were identified with PAYGO effects, though some were excluded from calculations under specific statutory provisions.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), part of the U.S. Treasury Department, has issued a Geographic Targeting Order for certain money services businesses along the southwest border of the U.S. These businesses must report currency transactions of more than $200 but not more than $10,000 and verify the identity of those making these transactions. The order, effective from April 14, 2025, to September 9, 2025, covers specific areas in California and Texas and aims to combat illegal financial activities by drug cartels. Failure to comply with this order could result in civil or criminal penalties.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has implemented a final rule that allows hook-and-line catcher/processors to use longline pot gear when targeting Greenland turbot in the Bering Sea. This regulation aims to improve fishing efficiency, boost economic benefits, and reduce interactions with killer whales, which have negatively impacted this fishery. With the approval of the North Pacific Fishery Management Council, the rule addresses gear restrictions, whale depredation, and species retention, promoting effective fishery management and conservation. The new rules will be effective from April 28, 2025, and include requirements for gear marking and reporting to aid in monitoring and enforcement.

The Department of Health and Human Services has updated the name of the child support program from the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE) to the Office of Child Support Services (OCSS). This change aligns the program with its commitment to support entire families rather than just enforce child support. Additionally, the rule removes outdated terms and updates sections of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to reflect the new name and facilitate modern Tribal processes and reporting for child support programs. These updates aim to enhance family self-sufficiency and clarity in regulations without imposing any financial impact.

FMCSA, part of the Department of Transportation, has extended the compliance deadline for certain parts of the "Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility" rule from January 16, 2025, to January 16, 2026. This extension gives brokers, freight forwarders, and others additional time to prepare for and use a new online registration system that isn't expected to be ready until 2025. Despite opposition from some groups who argue the delay is excessive, FMCSA claims the extension will aid in a smoother transition and provide time for training. The final rule aims to enhance the tracking of financial responsibilities and streamline administrative processes related to broker and freight forwarder operations.

The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have issued new regulations to clarify the definition of a "coverage month" for calculating the Premium Tax Credit (PTC). Starting in 2025, these rules ensure a month is considered a coverage month even if the full premium isn't paid, provided certain conditions are met. This applies in cases such as grace periods, state emergency orders, or meeting a premium payment threshold. The regulations aim to enhance reporting consistency across exchanges, impacting taxpayers who receive health insurance via the Health Insurance Exchange.

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 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.