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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting certain ATR42-500 and ATR72-212A airplanes made by ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional. This action comes following reports of potential use of incorrect materials in key airplane parts, which could compromise the structural integrity of these aircraft. The directive, effective May 2, 2025, demands thorough inspections, necessary repairs, and replacement of certain parts to ensure safety, in alignment with a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) directive. The FAA has evaluated the situation and decided that these steps are essential for maintaining safe conditions.

The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation published a correcting amendment to a rule that changes certain insurance provisions for crops like sunflower seed and dry pea. Originally, the amendments were published on November 30, 2020, but some changes were not properly included in the official regulations. This document fixes those errors by correcting dates, removing a repetitive word, and updating phrases within the insurance provisions. The changes to the regulation are effective starting February 24, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved certain parts of Tennessee's plan to manage air quality in the Sullivan County area, specifically those related to controlling sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions. This decision follows the state’s efforts to meet federal standards set in 2010, which aim to limit air pollution from new and modified sources. While the EPA is not taking action on all submissions from Tennessee, they have concluded that the state has fulfilled key requirements, including providing a detailed emissions inventory and adhering to rules for reviewing new sources of pollution. This rule takes effect on March 31, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule modifying the Class E airspace over Cambridge Municipal Airport in Nebraska. This change involves expanding the airspace radius from 6.4 miles to 7.5 miles and correcting the geographical coordinates to better manage flights using instrument flight rules (IFR). Additionally, it involves removing a navigation aid called the Harry Strunk NDB, which is no longer needed. The FAA determined these updates would not significantly impact the environment or small businesses.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule to update certain aviation procedures at various airports. This rule involves adjustments to Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPS), Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) due to new criteria and changes in the National Airspace System, ensuring safety and efficiency for flights. These updates, based on the U.S. Standard for Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS), sometimes need to be effective in less than 30 days, especially if they address immediate safety concerns. The changes are not considered significant regulatory actions and are intended to maintain current operational standards.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reversing its previous decision from November 2020 and reinstating Ohio's Air Nuisance Rule (ANR) into the State Implementation Plan (SIP). This change follows a ruling by the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit which highlighted errors in how the EPA handled the removal. The EPA has acknowledged that the ANR plays an important role in meeting clean air standards in Ohio and did not properly evaluate its significance in reducing pollution. This decision is meant to align with the Clean Air Act's goals of maintaining and enforcing national air quality standards.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a final rule that requires its regulations to be reviewed periodically, with most regulations set to expire automatically every ten years unless reviewed. This is intended to ensure that regulations stay up-to-date and relevant. The final rule also includes processes for public comments and specifies the criteria for reviews, which include assessing whether the regulations significantly impact small entities, and if they are still necessary or need amendments. Certain regulations, such as those mandated by federal law and the annual Medicare payment update rules, are exempt from these reviews.

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) has issued a final rule that amends regulations concerning the allocation of unfunded vested benefits to employers that withdraw from multiemployer pension plans. This rule, in response to changes made by the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014, simplifies how employers' withdrawal liabilities are calculated, especially when a pension plan has reduced benefits or adjusted contributions. The changes aim to make it easier for plan sponsors to comply with statutory requirements while reducing administrative burdens. The new rules apply to employer withdrawals that occur in plan years starting on or after February 8, 2021.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, will enforce a safety zone on the Sacramento River near the Tower Bridge during the Sacramento New Year's Eve Fireworks Display on December 31, 2024, from 8:45 p.m. to 9:20 p.m. This safety measure is to protect people and the environment from the risks of fireworks. Unauthorized people and vessels are not allowed in the zone unless they get permission from the Patrol Commander or other law enforcement agencies present. If it’s safe, the Patrol Commander might allow vessels to pass through during this time.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced updates to the rules for managing lead and copper in drinking water to better protect public health. These changes include improved methods to detect high levels of lead, enhance sampling reliability, and increase public awareness on the risks of lead exposure. For the first time, community water systems are required to test lead in drinking water at schools and childcare facilities. The rule also aims to speed up the replacement of lead service lines and close existing regulatory gaps to ensure safer drinking water.