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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received an application from Spencer Mountain Hydropower, LLC for a subsequent license to continue operating the Spencer Mountain Hydroelectric Project on the South Fork Catawba River in North Carolina. Public comments and recommendations are invited within a 60-day period following the notice date, as part of the environmental analysis process. The project, currently in run-of-river mode, includes a dam, reservoir, powerhouse, and other facilities, with no proposed changes to their operation. The application and additional details can be accessed through FERC's eFiling system or website.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule adding 11 Chinese companies, mostly involved in advanced artificial intelligence and lithography technologies, to the Entity List. This means they require a U.S. export license due to concerns that they contribute to military advancements that oppose U.S. national security and foreign policy interests. The rule also modifies an entry for India, removing specific entities to support U.S.-India energy cooperation, particularly in nuclear technology. The changes went into effect on January 16, 2025.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has revised the Export Administration Regulations by adding 13 entities to the Entity List, which includes organizations acting against the national security interests of the U.S., from countries like Burma, China, and Pakistan. This amendment primarily targets entities tied to military modernization and human rights abuses. As a consequence, these entities now have stricter requirements for licenses on exports and transfers. Additionally, the rule corrects minor errors and offers transitional provisions for items already in transit.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing new rules under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for certain chemical substances previously submitted for premanufacture notices. These rules, known as Significant New Use Rules (SNURs), will require any person planning to manufacture or process these chemicals in a way that has been identified as a significant new use to notify the EPA at least 90 days before starting. This allows the EPA to assess the potential risks and decide on any necessary actions before the activity begins. Additionally, the chemicals must not be manufactured or processed for these new uses until they receive EPA approval.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is requesting a three-year extension for collecting information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The extension involves gathering data and maintaining records related to energy or water conservation standards for various consumer products and industrial equipment. The DOE received comments from stakeholders like the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), expressing concerns about the burden of reporting requirements and the late release of reporting templates. The DOE aims to improve these processes and ensure collected data is necessary for compliance and protected as confidential business information.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed to reclassify the rough popcornflower from "endangered" to "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act. This decision is based on scientific information indicating that while the species' condition has improved and it is not in immediate danger of extinction, it is still likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future. The proposal also includes regulations under section 4(d) of the Act aimed at conserving the species. The public can submit comments on this proposed rule by February 10, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) confirmed the withdrawal of separate “short-cycle” product classes for dishwashers, residential clothes washers, and consumer clothes dryers. The DOE concluded that such features do not justify different energy conservation standards because they can comply with existing standards using current technologies. This decision follows a Fifth Circuit Court's remand, requiring the DOE to explore other alternatives rather than simply revoking these product classes. The DOE's analysis found that current standards do not prevent manufacturers from designing appliances with short-cycle features that meet energy conservation requirements, ensuring consumers retain desired utility.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule that introduces a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific Airbus model airplanes. This action was driven by reports of hydraulic system failures due to the fatigue of screws in the ground service manifold (GSM). The rule mandates the replacement of certain screws to prevent unsafe conditions that could compromise airplane control or cause injury to maintenance staff. The directive is applicable starting March 30, 2021, and aims to enhance aviation safety for affected aircraft models.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing to establish critical habitat for the San Francisco Bay-Delta distinct population of the longfin smelt, a fish found in California's San Francisco Bay estuary. This includes approximately 91,630 acres of land to help conserve the species under the Endangered Species Act. The proposal outlines specific water conditions and habitat requirements needed for the smelt's survival. Public comments and economic analysis on the proposal are sought before finalizing the critical habitat designation.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval to collect information for a new assessment on improving home safety and quality. This will evaluate coordination between HUD's Lead Hazard Control Program and the Department of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Program. They aim to discover if this collaboration results in cost savings and better health outcomes. HUD invites the public to comment on this proposal, focusing on its necessity, usefulness, and methods to minimize information collection burdens.