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The Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC) submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 16, 2025. The proposal aims to update FICC's Recovery and Wind-Down Plan to meet new SEC requirements under Rule 17ad-26, ensuring FICC can maintain its essential services during times of financial stress or potential failure. This plan involves detailed strategies for recovering from financial losses and procedures for potentially winding down operations in an orderly manner to minimize market disruption. FICC invites public comments on these proposed changes to improve clarity and effectiveness.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has finalized new rules allowing FM booster stations to originate their own programming for up to three minutes per hour. This change enables broadcasters to deliver tailored content to specific areas within their coverage zones, enhancing localized information and advertisements. The rules also address technical and operational safeguards to prevent interference and ensure compliance with political broadcasting requirements. The initiative aims to expand the use of FM boosters beyond merely strengthening signals, opening up new opportunities for broadcasters and local communities.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and federal agency comments on its information collection standards as part of its effort to reduce paperwork burdens, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This includes proposals to improve the quality and clarity of collected information and reduce the burden on small businesses. One of the key areas under review is the modification of rules for FM digital broadcasting. These changes aim to facilitate greater coverage for digital FM radio by allowing asymmetric sideband operations with different power levels, simplifying notification procedures, and potentially reducing costs for licensees.

In Proclamation 10142, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. terminated the national emergency regarding the southern border of the United States that was declared in 2019. The proclamation directs the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to pause construction on the border wall and halt the use of funds for it. They must also review the legality and consequences of the wall projects and develop a plan within 60 days to redirect funds and possibly terminate contracts for wall construction. The proclamation clarifies that the term "wall" refers to a contiguous physical barrier along the border.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on a proposal to reduce the paperwork burden required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and the Small Business Paperwork Relief Act of 2002. This proposal focuses on simplifying the process for digital FM radio stations to report changes and requests regarding their operations, such as using different power levels on their digital sidebands, through an updated form 2100, Schedule 335-FM. The updated rules also encourage digital FM stations to operate with greater flexibility by allowing them to notify the FCC instead of applying annually for experimental authorization, which reduces regulatory barriers and encourages more stations to adopt these digital broadcasting methods. The FCC aims to alleviate the information collection burden, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees.

The U.S. Department of Education proposes changes to the Randolph-Sheppard Act regulations. These updates are meant to clarify and modernize definitions, like "vending facility" and "articles," to help blind vendors operate more successfully with evolving technology and business practices. The changes aim to create more opportunities for blind vendors by ensuring consistency across states while reflecting modern vending trends. Public comments on these proposed amendments are encouraged to improve the program's implementation and effectiveness.

The FAA has issued a new airworthiness directive for specific models of Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH, including EC135 and its variants. This directive requires operators to remove certain Titanium (Ti) bolts, identified by specific part numbers and markings, from service and ban their installation on the forward tail rotor drive shaft. These actions were prompted by safety concerns following a report of a broken Ti-bolt, which could lead to reduced control of the helicopter. The rule is effective as of March 29, 2021, and aims to prevent possible helicopter control issues linked to these Ti-bolts.

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 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is updating regulations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to improve the review process for new chemicals. These changes match the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act updates from 2016, aiming to make the process more efficient and clear. Significant adjustments include requiring more detailed information from those submitting new chemical notices, extending requirements for exceptions known as "low volume" and "low release and exposure" to certain chemicals, and ensuring all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) go through a full review. The modifications seek to enhance EPA's ability to assess and manage chemical risks to health and the environment.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to update an existing Airworthiness Directive for Robinson Helicopter Company's R44 and R44 II models. This proposed rule aims to clarify inspections of certain parts due to potential fatigue cracking that could lead to loss of control. The FAA seeks public comments by March 17, 2025, and estimates the inspection and potential replacement efforts will impact 1,725 helicopters. The rule ensures the safety of these helicopters by improving maintenance procedures.