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The Farm Credit Administration (FCA) is inviting more public feedback on its proposal to update regulations, requiring some Farm Credit System institutions to have integrated audits. This means their audits for Internal Control Over Financial Reporting would need to align with their financial statement audits. The comment period, which initially ended in January 2025, has been extended to March 31, 2025, after requests for additional time. Interested parties can submit their feedback online or by mail, and all comments will be publicly available on the FCA website.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to approve updates to Indiana's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program as part of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). They are implementing these changes through a direct final rule, expecting no opposition or controversial feedback. If any adverse comments are received, the EPA will withdraw the direct final rule and address all public comments in a subsequent final rule. Comments on this proposal need to be submitted by March 19, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a proposed rule to adopt a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus SAS Model A330 airplanes. Prompted by an incorrect production process dating back to 2008, this proposal requires detailed inspections and repairs of specific airplane parts to ensure safety. The FAA is requesting comments on this proposal by March 31, 2025. The proposed rule aims to address potential structural integrity issues in affected planes, in coordination with guidelines specified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has reopened the comment period for a proposed rule published on November 20, 2024, concerning property broker transactions. This decision came after a request from the Small Business in Transportation Coalition, allowing stakeholders more time to submit feedback until March 20, 2025. The proposal addresses transparency in brokered freight transactions, requiring brokers to send electronic transaction records to parties within 48 hours and preventing them from making waivers a condition. The reopened comment period provides an additional opportunity for interested parties to express their opinions and suggestions on these proposed changes.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new set of rules to improve the safety of Boeing 757 airplanes by modifying specific parts. This proposal aims to replace an existing airworthiness directive from 2019, which involved checking and inspecting certain components due to a previous failure that could affect the plane’s control. The updated rules would require modifying the attachment lug of the aileron trim actuator and related components, which will end the need for repetitive checks and inspections. The FAA is inviting comments on this proposal until March 31, 2025, to ensure all potential safety concerns are addressed.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve updates to a rule that manages emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from graphic arts printing operations in the Yolo-Solano area of California. This update aims to ensure that the local rule is in line with the Clean Air Act and helps reduce pollution that contributes to smog and poor air quality. The EPA is inviting public comments on this proposal until March 29, 2021, and plans to incorporate this new rule into the federal plan when finalized. The proposed rule does not impose additional requirements but seeks to align state and federal standards.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to address safety concerns with certain De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. This proposed rule seeks to replace an earlier Airworthiness Directive (AD) from 2015. The new rule would require modifications to the nose wheel steering (NWS) system to prevent issues that could cause the airplane to veer off the runway. The public is invited to submit comments on this proposal until April 12, 2021.

The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) has proposed a new rule allowing the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) record keeper to calculate financial gains or losses, known as breakage, on late or erroneous small contributions and loan payments, even if they total less than $1.00. Previously, the TSP did not calculate breakage if the amount was under $1.00, but technological advancements have made this rule outdated. This proposed rule aims to ensure employees' investments are accurately tracked, even for minor discrepancies. Public comments on this proposal are accepted until February 18, 2025.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is extending the deadline for public comments on a proposed rule related to Asset Management Plans and Management and Monitoring Systems. Initially set to close on January 13, 2025, the deadline is now extended to February 12, 2025, following feedback that more time was needed for thorough review and response. Comments can be submitted by mail, hand delivery, or online at regulations.gov. For further information, individuals can contact FHWA representatives via the provided contact details.

The Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and NASA are proposing a rule change to the Federal Acquisition Regulation to enhance the cybersecurity workforce. This change will require that contracts for IT and cybersecurity support services align with the NICE Framework, which standardizes the tasks, knowledge, skills, and roles in cybersecurity. The proposal aims to create consistency in how cybersecurity competencies are described in federal contracts. Public comments on this proposal are invited until March 4, 2025.