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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval to extend the Pesticide Registration Fees Program. This program requires pesticide registrants to pay annual fees as mandated by law, and the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act provides a fee system for specific pesticide applications. Public comments on this information collection request are open for an additional 30 days until February 3, 2025. The proposal also details an increase in the number of respondents and related costs compared to prior estimates.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced that the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) filed a proposed rule change to extend the compliance date for changes to Form G-32. Originally set for March 31, 2021, the compliance deadline has been moved to August 2, 2021, giving brokers and dealers more time to adapt to the updates due to ongoing COVID-19 disruptions. The proposed change is considered "noncontroversial," thus it becomes effective upon filing. The MSRB believes this extension will help brokers and dealers better allocate resources to implement new compliance processes and training.

Cboe EDGX Exchange, Inc. proposed a change to its fee schedule for its equity options platform, aiming to increase fees for logical connectivity. This proposal was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is set for immediate effectiveness. The SEC is inviting public comments on this proposed rule change, which are due by February 11, 2025. Interested parties can submit comments electronically or through postal mail, and all comments will be publicly available on the SEC's website.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the release of a report titled "Food and Drug Administration Report and Plan on Best Practices for Guidance." This report, requested by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, outlines best practices for creating, prioritizing, and using guidance documents efficiently. The FDA gathered and considered public feedback on a draft report published in December 2023, which led to this final version. The report aims to enhance transparency, improve regulatory processes, and support the development of new products for public health.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced that the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. plans to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports from $7,500 to $8,500. This change aims to help the exchange maintain and update its technology while keeping its fees competitive compared to other exchanges. The exchange has noted that this increase accounts for inflation and is consistent with improvements made in their services. Public comments are invited on this proposed rule change.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is seeking public comments on their proposal to extend an information collection exercise for another three years. This proposal pertains to the Notice of Proposed Declaration of Dividend, known as FR 1583, which requires certain savings associations to notify the Federal Reserve before declaring dividends. The Board is inviting feedback on whether this information collection is necessary, if the burden estimates are accurate, and how it can be improved. Comments need to be submitted by April 7, 2025.

Battle Mountain SP, LLC has applied for permission to set its own rates with market-based rate authority and submitted a rate plan. This application also requests blanket permission for future securities issuances and liability assumptions. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) invites anyone wishing to protest or participate to file electronically by February 1, 2021, as per their guidelines. More information and the ability to access the document can be found on FERC's website.

Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC filed an application to construct and operate additional natural gas pipeline facilities in Louisiana as part of their South Central Louisiana Project. This project aims to increase natural gas transportation capacity by up to 75,000 MMBtu/d through enhancements at existing compressor stations and the installation of new facilities. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission plans to prepare an Environmental Assessment to evaluate the project's impact, with an expected release date of July 25, 2025, followed by a 30-day comment period. The deadline for relevant federal agencies to make a final decision on necessary authorizations is October 23, 2025.

ANR Pipeline Company has filed a request with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon four storage wells and related facilities in Michigan. The public can participate by filing protests, motions to intervene, or comments by March 18, 2025. These submissions can help influence the Commission's decision on the project. The full document is available online, and help is provided for those who want to engage in the process.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has extended approval for OSHA's information collection requirements. These approvals relate to forms such as the Student Data Form and the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Form. This extension was sought under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and includes new approval numbers and expiration dates. The extension ensures compliance with safety and health standards across general industry, construction, shipyards, and maritime sectors.