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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule to reduce the dust-lead clearance levels in order to lower childhood lead exposure. These levels indicate the acceptable amount of lead residue following lead abatement activities. The new standards lower the clearance levels from 40 micrograms per square foot to 10 micrograms for floors, and from 250 to 100 micrograms for window sills. This change is made to align with updated science and aims to improve children's health by minimizing lead exposure. This rule is effective from March 8, 2021.

The Department of Defense has announced an arms sale notification regarding enhancements to technology for the Government of Egypt. This sale involves additional border security systems, including surveillance towers and mobile command systems, intended to improve Egypt's ability to monitor and respond to incursions on its borders. The total cost of these additional non-Major Defense Equipment items is estimated at $125 million, raising the overall value to $225 million. This deal aims to strengthen the security of Egypt, a significant U.S. partner in the Middle East.

The Department of Defense is updating a rule related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to transition property loss reporting to a newer, more integrated system called the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). This change replaces the outdated Defense Contract Management Agency eTool application, which had several limitations. The new system is designed to be more efficient and secure. The rule doesn't introduce new requirements but aims to maintain or potentially reduce compliance burdens by utilizing the technology offered by PIEE.

Baylink Shipping Inc. has filed a complaint with the Federal Maritime Commission against ZIM Integrated Shipping Services, Ltd. The complaint claims that ZIM violated several sections of the U.S. Code and CFR by releasing a shipping container to the wrong party and charging inappropriate fees. The case will be handled by the Office of Administrative Law Judges, with an initial decision expected by November 2025 and a final decision by June 2026. Interested parties can read the full complaint on the Commission's website.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary finding that solar cells from Vietnam are being sold in the United States at unfairly low prices. This preliminary determination covers sales from October 2023 to March 2024, and adjustments have been made to account for any subsidies affecting the pricing. Details of the investigation, such as the calculation methods and critical circumstances, are outlined in a memo accessible online. Final decisions will be made after public comments and further proceedings, with the possibility of a change in measures based on future findings.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has proposed new regulations to implement conservation measures for tropical tuna fishing in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, following international agreements made by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC) for the years 2025-2026. These rules include fishing restrictions for U.S. vessels involved in catching bigeye, yellowfin, and skipjack tuna, which are necessary to maintain sustainable fish populations and meet international obligations. Key measures involve closure days for purse seine vessels exceeding specific catch limits and restrictions on the use of fish aggregating devices. Public comments on the proposal are invited until January 6, 2025.

The Department of Education has announced a notice inviting applications for fiscal year 2025 to establish a National Technical Assistance Center on Transition for Students and Youth with Disabilities. This center aims to help educational and vocational rehabilitation agencies support students with disabilities in successfully transitioning from high school to further education or employment. The goal is to improve graduation rates, reduce dropout rates, and enhance postsecondary outcomes with increased collaboration and resources. Interested parties can apply for funding to help achieve these objectives by following the guidelines and deadlines outlined in the notice.

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) released an updated guideline to help meat, poultry, and fish establishments calculate retained water in raw products after processing. The document provides corrections for previous arithmetic errors and includes examples of acceptable methods. Establishments must submit revised protocols by March 3, 2025, and make necessary label changes by January 1, 2026. The changes aim to improve accuracy in labeling and ensure consumers receive truthful information about the amount of water retained in products.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) has proposed a new system of records, called EXIM PERSEC IQ, to help manage security information related to personnel. This system will support EXIM in making decisions about the eligibility and suitability of individuals for federal employment and access to federal facilities, covering information like employment and credit history, education, and more. The records will be stored digitally in a secure environment, and the public can provide comments on this new system by reaching out to the bank through various methods, including an online portal, email, and mail. The system is set to become effective on March 21, 2025, with a 30-day comment period following its publication in the Federal Register.

MSE Holding Company has filed a notice to the Surface Transportation Board seeking permission for a family restructuring that involves controlling two rail carriers, Mississippi Export Railroad Company and Alabama Export Railroad, Inc. These changes will make both companies sister subsidiaries of a newly formed noncarrier holding company, MSE Holding. The reorganization, set to take effect on December 27, 2024, aims to simplify the corporate structure without impacting service levels or competition. The transaction is exempt from certain regulatory approvals, and as these are Class III carriers, no labor protections will be applied.