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The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) issued a final rule to include Saratoga County, New York, in the Jefferson, NY, nonappropriated fund (NAF) Federal Wage System (FWS) wage area. This change is due to one employee working in Saratoga County and aims to address the employee's pay-setting considerations. The rule is set to take effect on January 13, 2025, and OPM anticipates minimal economic impact given the small number of employees affected. The regulation was subject to review and found to have no significant economic or federalism impact and does not impose additional record-keeping requirements.

On January 22, 2021, MIAX Emerald, an exchange, filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to implement new monthly Trading Permit fees for its members. This rule change proposes fees based on whether the member is a Market Maker or an Electronic Exchange Member, with different charges depending on the volume of activity and the number of option classes a member is involved in. MIAX Emerald believes the proposed fees will cover the costs of providing access to the exchange while maintaining fair competition and have structured them to reflect the exchange's expenses for providing these services. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal before finalizing it.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a settlement related to the U.S. Technology Superfund Site in Berger, Missouri, to address waste containing toxic heavy metals that was removed between 2018 and 2019. The agreement involves payments by companies, such as AAR Landing Gear, LLC, The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and Space Gateway Support, LLC, and several federal agencies for a total of approximately $2.44 million. The EPA is asking for public comments on this proposed settlement until April 7, 2025. If the public feedback suggests the agreement is not suitable, the EPA may revise or withdraw it.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule to establish a Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology (MCIT) pathway, which provides faster access to new, FDA-designated breakthrough medical devices for Medicare beneficiaries. The rule allows up to four years of national Medicare coverage starting from the date of FDA market authorization, helping to ensure beneficiaries have timely access to cutting-edge treatments. Additionally, the rule defines "reasonable and necessary" criteria for determining Medicare coverage to ensure clarity and consistency with commercial insurers' practices. The MCIT pathway aims to encourage innovation while maintaining patient safety and evidence-based coverage decisions.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for new awards under the Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities program for fiscal year 2021. The program aims to set up a Captioned and Described Educational Media Center to provide accessible educational materials, such as captioned and described video content, for students with disabilities. The center seeks to improve educational results for these students by developing and offering technology and media resources that are accessible and useful in classroom settings. The application submission deadline is April 27, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a final rule requiring remote identification for unmanned aircraft, including drones, in U.S. airspace. This rule addresses safety and security concerns by ensuring that unmanned aircraft provide identification and location information, making it easier to track and manage their operations. The rule outlines three ways for compliance: using a standard remote identification system, utilizing a broadcast module, or operating in specific areas recognized by the FAA. Compliance with this rule becomes mandatory by September 16, 2023, for all unmanned aircraft operations.

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is asking for public comments on how the growing use of devices connecting directly to satellites in the L-band might affect GPS signals. These devices, operating between 1610-1660.5 MHz, have less strict emission limits than terrestrial ones, posing risks of interference with GPS signals at 1575.42 MHz. NTIA seeks input on the interference risks and possible solutions to safeguard GPS while allowing the advantages of these direct-to-device services. The comments are due by February 10, 2025.

The Long-Term Stock Exchange, Inc. (LTSE) filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to implement new connectivity fees for market participants. Previously, LTSE did not charge for connectivity, but due to the costs incurred from launching a new trading system, it plans to start charging fees effective October 1, 2024. These fees include charges for physical connections and logical connectivity sessions, with certain discounts for Disaster Recovery and Test Environment connections. LTSE believes the fees are fair, non-discriminatory, and generally lower than those charged by other exchanges, aiming to cover a portion of their operational costs while encouraging efficient use of connectivity resources.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced new energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. These revised standards aim to save energy, are feasible with current technology, and are economically justified. The updated rules will take effect on February 21, 2025, with compliance dates for specific components set for 2027 and 2028. The DOE's decision was based on a careful evaluation of the benefits and costs to consumers and the impact on manufacturers.

MIAX Emerald, LLC has proposed a new rule change to update its fee schedule. This change includes introducing new fees for accessing its system ports and increasing network connectivity fees for certain high-speed connections. The goal is to cover increased costs related to enhanced network transparency, reliability, and capacity, ensuring a high level of service for users who move substantial amounts of data through the exchange. The Securities and Exchange Commission is sharing this notice to invite public comments on the proposed changes.