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The Cboe Exchange, Inc. has submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission regarding their "Consolidated Audit Trail Funding Fees" for 2025. This proposal sets the fee rate at $0.000022 per executed equivalent share and is designed to take immediate effect. The Commission is seeking feedback on this change, inviting the public to submit comments electronically or by mail before January 27, 2025. The full details are available on both the Cboe and SEC websites.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is requesting public comments on a special permit application from the El Paso Natural Gas Company, L.L.C. (EPNG). This permit seeks an exemption from certain federal pipeline safety rules, specifically related to changes in class location and maximum allowable operating pressure for a segment of their pipeline in Ward County, Texas. PHMSA will review all submitted comments before deciding whether to approve or deny the permit request. Comments must be submitted by February 24, 2021.

The Coast Guard is proposing to create safety zones around vessels carrying oversized cargo in the Los Angeles-Long Beach Port Complex to enhance navigational safety. These zones would span a 500-foot radius around such vessels while they are in transit, prohibiting entry without authorization from the Captain of the Port or a designated representative. Comments on this proposed rule are welcomed until February 18, 2025, through the Federal Decision-Making Portal. This action aims to minimize navigational disruptions and ensure safe transport of large cargo within the port area.

The Department of Education is proposing a new priority to enhance the Rehabilitation Short-Term Training program, specifically the Client Assistance Program (CAP) Training. This initiative aims to improve the skills and knowledge of CAP professionals who help people with disabilities access better education, training, and job opportunities under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The Department is seeking comments on this proposal by March 22, 2021, and plans to use modern delivery methods like online and in-person training to ensure CAP professionals are well-equipped to meet the needs of their clients.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), in partnership with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, plans to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the modernization of the Owyhee Irrigation District (OID) in Eastern Oregon. The project aims to improve the reliability and efficiency of water delivery to local farms by updating the outdated irrigation infrastructure, which has been in use for about 90 years. This modernization will involve activities like canal lining and installation of new control systems. Public input is being sought, with comments accepted until February 18, 2025, and further public meetings scheduled for early 2025.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public comments on its plan to continue the information collection requirements for the Coke Oven Emissions Standard. This standard is in place to protect workers from the health risks associated with exposure to coke oven emissions. OSHA wants feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of the information it collects and on ways to reduce the burden on employers. Comments must be submitted by April 29, 2025.

The Coast Guard is setting up a temporary security zone near the Mar-A-Lago Club and the Southern Boulevard Bridge in Palm Beach, Florida. This security measure will be enforced only when VIPs, including the President, are present to protect against threats such as terrorism and sabotage. The rule is effective from March 19, 2025, to July 17, 2025, with public comments accepted until May 12, 2025. The regulation ensures that the waterways remain safe while imposing limited restrictions on vessel movements during VIP visits.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is inviting public comments on its proposed information collection related to adverse experience reporting for licensed biological products. This reporting is crucial for identifying serious safety issues with these products after they have been marketed. The FDA requires that manufacturers report adverse experiences quickly and periodically, and also maintain detailed records for a certain number of years. Public comments can be submitted through the designated OMB website by March 25, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit an information collection request focused on assessing the capital improvement needs for drinking water systems. This is part of the 8th Drinking Water Infrastructure Needs Survey and Assessment, and the EPA is seeking public comments before moving forward. The survey will collect data to estimate the needs for maintaining and updating water systems across the U.S., with a focus on large and medium community water systems. The information collected will help determine the distribution of funds from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund to ensure safe drinking water, and respondents are encouraged to participate voluntarily.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a notice of applications for modifying special permits related to hazardous material transportation. These permits apply to different modes of transportation, including motor vehicles, rail freight, cargo vessels, and both cargo and passenger aircraft. The notice asks for public comments on the applications, which must be submitted by January 27, 2021. The applications can be reviewed at the Records Center in Washington, DC or online at regulations.gov.