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The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) proposed a rule affecting spearmint oil production in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and parts of Nevada and Utah. For the 2024-2025 marketing year, which started on June 1, 2024, they plan to increase the allowable quantity of Native spearmint oil that can be sold from 678,980 pounds to 731,220 pounds, and to raise the allotment percentage from 26 percent to 28 percent. This change is intended to better match supply with estimated demand and maintain market stability. The public has until December 19, 2024, to comment on this proposed adjustment.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comments on its plan to collect information regarding the fit and comfort of motorcycle safety gear, such as helmets, gloves, and jackets, from riders across different motorcycle events. This collection aims to gather opinions on how comfortable and protective their gear is, contributing to improved motorcycle safety programs. Participants will include 625 motorcyclists who will provide data by using tablets and engaging with researchers at events. The public is invited to comment on various aspects of this information collection, including its necessity and potential ways to reduce the burden on those participating.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is conducting the 2025 Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (TRIP) Data Call. Insurance companies participating in TRIP must submit specific information covering 2024, using forms approved by the Office of Management and Budget. This data, due by May 15, 2025, aids in assessing the availability and affordability of terrorism risk insurance. There are training sessions and a website provided to assist insurers in the data submission process, ensuring compliance with a statutory deadline for a related study due to Congress.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalized a rule that changes Regulation V of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) to protect medical information in credit decisions. Previously, there was an exception allowing creditors to use medical debt information when deciding if someone qualifies for credit. With this new rule, creditors cannot use this information unless specific exceptions apply, and consumer reporting agencies are limited in what medical debt information they can share with creditors. This change aims to safeguard consumers' privacy and ensure medical information isn't wrongly used. The rule will become effective on March 17, 2024.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has proposed revisions to the Local Union Report (EEO-3) and is seeking a three-year approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This report requires labor organizations with 100 or more members to submit demographic data about their workforce every two years. The EEOC is aiming to improve the reporting process by using a web-based system and better estimating the burden on respondents. Public comments on this proposal are open until January 6, 2025.

Nasdaq GEMX, LLC has proposed changes to its Options Regulatory Fee (ORF) structure starting January 1, 2025. These changes will involve different fees for trades conducted on GEMX and those executed on non-GEMX exchanges. The new structure aims to better distribute regulatory costs among different market participants, ensuring that the collected fees do not surpass 88% of the total regulatory costs. This proposal temporarily changes how fees are assessed and will revert to previous rates on July 1, 2025, unless further action is taken.

The Department of Labor is asking the public to comment on its plan to collect information about workplace injuries and illnesses, a procedure overseen by OSHA. They have submitted this request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act. Public responses are invited until March 31, 2025, which can be made online. This information helps OSHA ensure safe working conditions and supports the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in generating national data on workplace injuries and illnesses.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has issued a final rule to revise its regulations regarding brokered deposits and interest rate restrictions for less than well-capitalized banks. For brokered deposits, the rule creates a new framework to determine what qualifies as a "deposit broker," including an evaluation of what it means to "facilitate," and introduces several designated exceptions that qualify for this exception without requiring an application. For interest rate restrictions, the FDIC has updated how it calculates the national and local rate caps that less than well-capitalized banks can offer on deposits, aiming to ensure these caps more accurately reflect market conditions. The rule aims to provide clarity to banks while still promoting safety and soundness in their operations.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for grants under the Demonstration Grants for Indian Children and Youth Program. This program aims to support community-driven projects that create innovative services to improve the educational opportunities for Indian students. The Department is offering an estimated $20 million for this competition, with awards ranging from $400,000 to $500,000 each. These projects should focus on preparing Native youth for college and careers and may gain additional points if they include partnerships with local businesses or focus on early learning initiatives.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve System, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation are seeking public comments on proposed updates to the Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income, also known as Call Reports. These updates, intended to remain effective through 2021, address changes in asset measurement dates due to temporary asset growth linked to relief programs from the COVID-19 pandemic. The modifications aim to help financial institutions manage reporting burdens by allowing them to use asset figures from either December 2019 or June 2020 for determining their reporting requirements for the upcoming year. The agencies are inviting feedback about the utility, accuracy, and potential burden of these changes as they move forward with the proposal.