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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering an application from Arizona Public Service Company to approve the indirect transfer of certain licenses for the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station. This involves transferring possession-only rights from the Public Service Company of New Mexico to Avangrid Inc., making PNM and its parent company indirect subsidiaries of Avangrid. The NRC assures that the transfer will not impact PNM's responsibilities or the qualifications needed to hold the license. Public comments on the matter must be submitted by February 26, 2021, and anyone interested may request a hearing or petition to intervene by February 16, 2021.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection, sponsored by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, related to contingent work and alternative employment arrangements like independent contracting. The public has until April 10, 2025, to submit their feedback. This information collection helps the department understand contingent jobs and those involving digital labor platforms. The request is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, which requires the Office of Management and Budget's approval for information collections.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has issued a notice seeking public comments on an information collection related to COVID-19 contact tracing. As part of its efforts to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, NASA plans to use a digital system on Salesforce to collect voluntary data from employees about possible exposure to the virus. This information will help identify potential points of contact within the NASA community, with the goal of reducing virus spread. NASA encourages participation, though it is voluntary, and invites comments on the necessity, efficiency, and burden of the information collection process.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a final rule to enhance the use of broadcast spectrum for new internet services, known as Broadcast internet services, which operate under the ATSC 3.0 standard. The rule allows noncommercial educational television stations (NCEs) to offer these services while lowering the fees for some services that are nonprofit and educational. The FCC aims to ensure that fee calculations are based on the revenue of the broadcaster rather than affiliated parties and to remove outdated references to analog television. Moreover, the rule clarifies that donations for limited services won't be treated as part of revenue, provided they align with typical donation incentives.

Nasdaq has filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade shares of the 21Shares Polkadot Trust under Nasdaq Rule 5711(d), which deals with Commodity-Based Trust Shares. The trust aims to track the performance of Polkadot (DOT) without directly holding the cryptocurrency, allowing investors to access the market indirectly through traditional brokerage accounts. As part of its investment strategy, the trust will not use leverage or derivatives and will be managed by 21Shares US LLC. The SEC is seeking comments from the public on this proposed rule change, which must be approved to ensure it aligns with regulations designed to protect investors and prevent fraudulent activities.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has accepted a request from Louisiana Energy Services, operating as Urenco USA, to amend its special nuclear materials license to increase the uranium enrichment limit at the National Enrichment Facility in New Mexico. This amendment includes raising the enrichment level from 5.5% to below 10% for on-site recycling and support systems and removing certain storage controls. Because the request contains sensitive information, the NRC has detailed procedures for how people can gain access to this information if they need it to participate in a hearing about the amendment. Those interested must file requests by specific deadlines, follow new filing rules, and comply with security checks for access to sensitive data.

The Copyright Royalty Judges from the Library of Congress have amended regulations to revise how digital music providers pay for the costs of a mechanical licensing collective. This change aims to make the payment process fairer, particularly for smaller music licenses and download services, without altering the total fees. Starting in 2021, these fees will involve a flat rate for smaller licensees and those operating download stores, while larger users will face different rules. These amendments provide more flexibility and clarity in how these fees are allocated and paid.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to renew the collection of information related to federal standards for controlling radon emissions from uranium mill tailings. This renewal is necessary for maintaining public health safety by ensuring compliance with these standards. The EPA is asking for additional public comments on this information collection request, which involves the collection of records and inspection of facilities. The agency estimates a decrease in the number of respondents and associated burden compared to previous estimates.

The Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) implemented new export control rules to manage the global distribution of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models and computing technologies. These rules introduce tighter controls on exporting certain AI model weights and advanced computing chips to protect national security. The measures include new licensing requirements, exceptions, and procedures for companies to follow when exporting these technologies. Additionally, BIS aims to balance securing these technologies with allowing their beneficial uses, ensuring that they are shared responsibly and securely.

The document from the Department of Defense notifies the public about a proposed arms sale to Kuwait, involving eight new AH-64E Apache Longbow Attack Helicopters and the remanufacture of sixteen existing helicopters to the same configuration. The sale includes a variety of military equipment and support services, with an estimated total value of $4 billion. This sale is intended to enhance Kuwait's military capabilities without altering the regional military balance, and it involves companies like Boeing and Lockheed Martin. There is no expected negative impact on U.S. defense readiness from this sale.