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Cboe C2 Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to increase its monthly fee for Purge Ports, which will be effective on January 2, 2025. This proposal was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and became immediately effective. The public is invited to submit comments on the change until January 29, 2025, using the SEC's form or email. The proposed change can be viewed on the websites of both the Exchange and the SEC.

The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is collecting public comments on an information collection request under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This initiative involves the Distribution of Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset to Affected Domestic Producers program, using CBP Form 7401, which allows businesses to claim antidumping and countervailing duties. The deadline for submitting comments is May 5, 2025. CBP is aiming to ensure the collection process is efficient, and input is welcome to enhance its quality and minimize any burdens on businesses.

The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) has announced the withdrawal of a notice that was previously published on April 24, 2025. This notice had declared that the Deputy General Counsel position was of significant policy-making importance and not typically changed during a Presidential transition. As a result, the decision that made this position a Schedule Policy/Career designation is also withdrawn, meaning no positions are currently designated under this category.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a public meeting for the Medicare Advisory Panel on Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Tests on July 23-24, 2025. This panel advises on issues related to clinical diagnostic laboratory tests, including setting payment rates for new tests. The meeting will be held both virtually and in-person at CMS Headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland. Interested participants can join the meeting without registration if attending virtually, but in-person attendees must register by May 30, 2025.

The National Cancer Institute has announced a closed meeting to take place on May 9, 2025. This meeting, part of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, will review and evaluate contract proposals and will be held virtually. Confidentiality will be maintained to protect sensitive trade secrets and personal privacy. The session will run from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and any inquiries can be directed to Shamala K. Srinivas, Ph.D.

In a proclamation issued in April 2025, President Donald J. Trump designated April 20th to April 27th as the Days of Remembrance of Victims of the Holocaust. This period honors the memory of the six million Jewish people and other innocent individuals murdered by the Nazi regime. The President emphasized the importance of never forgetting these atrocities and acknowledged rising anti-Semitism, both historically and in the present. He also highlighted actions taken by his administration to combat anti-Semitic activities in the United States.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced that its Office of Hazardous Materials Safety will host four public meetings in 2025. These meetings will be held to gather public input in preparation for upcoming international discussions on the transport of dangerous goods. The meetings will support the International Civil Aviation Organization and United Nations sessions, addressing proposals for future safety and regulatory standards. Each meeting will take place about two weeks before the related international conference, allowing for both in-person and online participation.

The proclamation issued by President Donald J. Trump on February 17, 2025, honors the birthday of George Washington, the first President of the United States. It celebrates Washington as a foundational figure in American history, highlighting his role as a leader during the Revolutionary War and his influence on the formation of the Federal Government and constitutional order. The proclamation declares February 17, 2025, as a reserved holiday in remembrance of Washington’s legacy of service, patriotism, and dedication to the common good.

The Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission announced the appointment of new members to their Performance Review Board (PRB), effective February 19, 2025. The PRB evaluates the performance of senior executives within the commission and makes recommendations on their performance ratings and possible pay adjustments. Members, who serve for 24 months, include Fred B. Jacob, Michael A. McCord, and Reggie James. The appointments ensure compliance with the legal requirement that a majority of the board consists of career appointees when assessing career personnel.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is conducting a new study on bathtub slip resistance to help develop safety standards for bathtubs and showers. This study aims to evaluate how slippery different bathtub surfaces are and will be conducted by Arizona State University in Phoenix. Participants will be monitored for how safely they can step in and out of wet and dry bathtub surfaces. The information gathered will be used to work on replacing an outdated safety standard for bathing surfaces, and participants will be compensated $100 for their time.