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The General Services Administration (GSA) announced the availability of the Record of Decision for the Final Environmental Impact Statement on the modernization of the Bridge of the Americas Land Port of Entry in El Paso, Texas. This project aims to align the port with current standards while addressing infrastructure deficiencies. GSA has selected the preferred alternative that involves upgrading existing facilities, slightly acquiring additional land, and removing commercial cargo operations. The decision considers potential environmental impacts, including traffic, air quality, and noise, and seeks to enhance security, safety, and operational efficiency.

The executive order describes actions to improve the nation's cybersecurity, focusing on protecting digital infrastructure from cyber threats, especially those linked to the People's Republic of China. It outlines measures for third-party software security, improving federal system cybersecurity, securing federal communication, and enhancing cloud security policies. The document also emphasizes using AI in cybersecurity, promoting technology to prevent cyber fraud, and setting standards for identity verification and securing space systems against cyber attacks.

MIAX Emerald, LLC has submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to introduce fees for market data products including Top of Market (ToM), Administrative Information Subscriber (AIS) feed, and MIAX Order Feed (MOR). These changes aim to end a previous waiver period where market data fees were not charged, establishing new monthly fees for internal and external distributors. The exchange justifies these fees by detailing the costs involved in providing these data products and argues that the fees are fair, reasonable, and necessary to cover increased expenses while maintaining transparency and competitiveness. The proposed fees are designed to comply with regulatory requirements and are intended to create a fair allocation of costs among users.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) received filings from Columbia Gulf Transmission, LLC and Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC requesting approval for the accounting of deferred taxes related to their transaction with Global Infrastructure Partners, LP. These filings, both under separate docket numbers, were submitted on January 8, 2025, and comments are due by January 29, 2025. Those interested in participating in the proceedings must file interventions or protests by the comment deadline. The Commission offers resources to assist the public in navigating these processes and eFiling is encouraged for submissions.

The Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council has announced a new rule that includes mining as a sector eligible for coverage under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST-41). This means that mining projects can now benefit from improved coordination and transparency in the federal permitting process. The rule aims to make the permitting process for mining projects more efficient without bypassing any environmental reviews or public consultations. By adding mining to the list of FAST-41 sectors, it is expected to help streamline the project review process for eligible mining endeavors.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has introduced new regulations to strengthen the security of the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) supply chain in accordance with Executive Order 13873. Effective March 22, 2021, these rules will allow the Secretary of Commerce to review, block, or impose conditions on transactions between U.S. and foreign entities that may pose security risks due to involvement with foreign adversaries. The regulations outline a process for reviewing transactions and require entities to retain records related to a transaction if it is under review. Additionally, certain countries such as China, Iran, and Russia are identified as foreign adversaries, and the rule aims to protect U.S. national security by mitigating risks associated with these and other foreign entities.

The Executive Order titled "Emergency Measures To Provide Water Resources in California and Improve Disaster Response in Certain Areas" was issued by the President to address the devastating wildfires in Southern California. It mandates federal agencies to take all necessary actions to ensure adequate water resources are available, even overriding state or local laws if needed. The order calls for reviewing and potentially revising regulations to prevent delays in water supply projects and emphasizes improving disaster response for both California and North Carolina. It also highlights a need to evaluate California's land and water management practices and recommends better use of federal funds to address disaster preparedness and response in these affected areas.

MIAX Emerald, LLC has proposed a new rule change to update its fee schedule. This change includes introducing new fees for accessing its system ports and increasing network connectivity fees for certain high-speed connections. The goal is to cover increased costs related to enhanced network transparency, reliability, and capacity, ensuring a high level of service for users who move substantial amounts of data through the exchange. The Securities and Exchange Commission is sharing this notice to invite public comments on the proposed changes.

The U.S. Department of Transportation has released a draft plan for the National Multimodal Freight Network (NMFN), which includes 175,000 miles of infrastructure like highways, railways, and waterways. This draft is based on feedback from stakeholders and aims to improve freight movement efficiency and connectivity. The department is seeking public comments on this draft, especially from state and local governments, community groups, and industry stakeholders, before the network is officially finalized. The plan also encourages states to propose further additions to the network, focusing on economic and environmental goals.

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) has filed a proposal to increase its clearing fees with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), effective January 1, 2025. This change will increase the per contract clearing fee from $0.02 to $0.025 and eliminate the $55.00 per transaction fee for larger transactions, moving to a single fee structure regardless of transaction size. The OCC aims to address anticipated financial needs due to factors like inflation and lower interest incomes while ensuring equitable and reasonable costs for its services. The fee change aligns with maintaining OCC's financial stability and regulatory compliance.