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The FAA has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Boeing 727 airplanes due to risks caused by excessive sealant on wing parts, which might hide cracks during inspections. This rule mandates changes to maintenance or inspection programs to ensure the required damage tolerance rating and repetitive inspections of certain wing parts to detect potential issues. Effective March 31, 2021, this AD aims to prevent possible structural failures that could lead to loss of control of the aircraft. The directive includes compliance procedures, costs, and the regulatory rationale behind these safety measures.

The final rule by the U.S. Department of Agriculture simplifies and unifies deadlines for submitting required documents for three disaster assistance programs: the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP), the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP), and the Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP). It also clarifies assistance rules for transporting livestock feed, including eligible conditions and documentation requirements, such as needing verifiable records for claimed losses. The rule became effective upon its publication in the Federal Register and does not require a notice or comment period.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing a rule to require testing of talc-containing cosmetic products to detect and identify asbestos, which is a known carcinogen. This rule would mandate the use of standardized testing methods involving both Polarized Light Microscopy and Transmission Electron Microscopy to ensure that cosmetics do not contain asbestos, which poses health risks to consumers. Manufacturers would need to test each batch or lot of their products or rely on certified analysis from suppliers, and they must maintain records of the testing. This rule aims to enhance consumer safety by reducing the risk of asbestos exposure from cosmetic products.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would update existing Airworthiness Directives for Boeing 757-200 airplanes. This rule aims to address safety concerns related to uncommanded movements of the Captain's and First Officer's seats, which could potentially affect aircraft control. The proposed changes include additional inspections and actions for seats previously omitted, and they apply to all Boeing 757-200 models. Comments on this proposed rule must be submitted by May 15, 2025.

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review issued an interim final rule to clarify the responsibilities of immigration judges when reviewing asylum officers' credible fear and reasonable fear determinations. This rule ensures that judges consider any asylum bars applied by asylum officers as defined by Department of Homeland Security regulations. The changes seek to prevent misunderstandings and maintain consistency with existing legal requirements and processes. Public feedback is requested by January 27, 2025, and the rule takes effect on December 27, 2024.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing a new voluntary plan to use the 900 MHz band for broadband purposes. This plan seeks input on changing current rules and procedures to allow the entire ten megahertz of the band to be used for broadband, if applicants reach private agreements. The proposal includes ways to protect existing narrowband operations while supporting new broadband developments and involves substantial changes to application and eligibility criteria. The FCC invites comments on these proposals, with an aim to boost the availability and efficiency of broadband services, especially in critical areas like utilities and infrastructure.

Irma Lizette Trevizo was convicted of conspiring to smuggle firearms and ammunition from the U.S. to Mexico, resulting in a prison sentence and additional penalties. As a result of her conviction, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has decided to deny her the privilege to export goods from the U.S. for ten years, until April 30, 2029. This order also revokes any BIS-issued licenses she held at the time of her conviction. Trevizo has the option to appeal this decision within 45 days of the order being issued.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final rule amending its Uniform Administrative Requirements to realign with statutory nondiscrimination provisions stated by Congress, thus significantly altering previous regulations. This rule focuses on requiring recipients of HHS awards to adhere to applicable federal statutory nondiscrimination laws and ensures compliance with relevant Supreme Court decisions. The action also addresses concerns that previous rules might violate the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) by causing undue burdens on religious organizations. This change aims to provide clarity and stability for grantees, while planning to avoid issues related to RFRA compliance.

The Department of the Treasury has issued a notice through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to request public comments on the forms used by tax-exempt organizations. This request is part of an ongoing effort to minimize paperwork and reduce the burden on respondents, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The IRS has reported changes in regulatory guidance over the past year and is looking to renew the approval package for these forms. Individuals and agencies can submit their feedback on the proposed information collections by January 21, 2025.

The U.S. Census Bureau, under the Department of Commerce, is seeking public comments on the extension of an existing survey called the Current Population Survey, School Enrollment Supplement. This survey collects data on school and college enrollment, as well as demographics of students, to help policymakers make informed decisions. They are inviting comments on the necessity and efficiency of this survey until February 24, 2025. People interested can email or submit them online, and all submissions will become part of the public record.