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The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued a final rule concerning the review of transactions involving information and communications technology and services (ICTS) linked to foreign adversaries. This rule establishes procedures to evaluate such transactions for risks to national security, potentially prohibiting them or requiring mitigation measures if they pose undue threats. The rule includes new definitions and procedural updates to clarify transaction reviews, address public comments, and streamline processes. The measures aim to safeguard the ICTS supply chain from foreign threats, enhance transparency, and provide guidelines for penalties if regulations are violated.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) have finalized a rule to enhance the exchange of health information across networks. This rule establishes the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA), which sets guidelines and standards for networks known as Qualified Health Information Networks (QHINs) to facilitate seamless and secure data sharing. The rule outlines specific requirements for becoming a QHIN, procedures for onboarding, and processes for dealing with suspensions and terminations. It also ensures that QHINs can voluntarily attest to adopting TEFCA and establishes a directory to list organizations that meet the standards for trusted health information exchange.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its review under the Clean Air Act for perchloroethylene (PCE) dry cleaning facilities' emission standards but did not make changes to current regulations. This decision follows the Toxic Substance Control Act's recent rule to phase out PCE use in dry cleaning over the next ten years, starting with a ban on new machines and ending with a full phase-out. The EPA opted not to require additional controls because of this phaseout, rendering further revisions unnecessary. The action will not impact existing requirements and is not expected to significantly affect most dry cleaners economically.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is renewing its request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to continue collecting information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves the NASA New Technology Reporting System, which requires contractors involved in research and development to report inventions, patents, data, and copyrights. The information is collected through an electronic system, and the burden on respondents is estimated in terms of hours and cost. NASA encourages public comments on the necessity, utility, and burden of this information collection.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on information collection efforts to reduce paperwork burdens, particularly for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. This aligns with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act and the Small Business Paperwork Relief Act. The FCC is considering ways to enhance the quality and utility of the information collected and to address the overall impact on respondents. Comments on the proposed collection must be submitted by February 3, 2025, through specified online portals and email addresses.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to submit an information collection request for the "Annual Public Water System Compliance Report" to the Office of Management and Budget. They are seeking public comments on the proposal before it is finalized. This report concerns the violations of water regulations by states and is mandatory under the Safe Drinking Water Act. The estimated burden for states is 4,400 hours annually, with costs totaling $530,000 per year. There are no significant changes in requirements or costs from previous years, aside from updated labor rates.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a final interpretive rule regarding energy conservation standards for products like residential furnaces and commercial water heaters. The rule states that non-condensing technology and its associated venting is considered a "feature" that must be preserved under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). This decision comes after public comments and aims to prevent eliminating this technology through energy-saving regulations. This interpretation may limit potential energy savings but allows consumers more choices and prevents unnecessary building modifications. The DOE also withdrew previous proposals on energy conservation standards that were inconsistent with this interpretation.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of the information collection request (ICR) related to the Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule. This rule allows for electronic reporting across all EPA programs and helps ensure compliance with the Government Paperwork Elimination Act. Originally, the public had 60 days to comment on this ICR, and this current notice allows an additional 30 days for public comments before March 31, 2025. The expected cost of implementing this ICR is estimated at $4,614,717 annually, with a total burden of 65,319 hours per year, which is a decrease from previous estimates.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) proposes new rules to enhance the accuracy and transparency of transmission line ratings to better reflect real-time conditions. The proposal includes requiring transmission providers to use ambient-adjusted ratings (AAR) that consider current air temperatures and dynamic line ratings (DLR) for more accurate transfer capabilities. It also suggests that Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and Independent System Operators (ISOs) need systems to frequently update these ratings electronically. The goal is to ensure fairer and more efficient energy pricing while maintaining the safety and reliability of the electrical grid.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has issued a Notice detailing the application process for the 2025 Technology Initiative Grants (TIGs). These grants support legal service organizations in using technology to improve access to legal aid for low-income individuals. There are different grant categories, including those for General Technology Initiatives, Technology Improvement Projects, and Sustainability, Enhancement, and Adoption. Applicants must be current LSC grantees and meet certain conditions, with some requiring pre-applications by March 21, 2025, and full applications by June 18, 2025.