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The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule adding 70 entities to the Entity List. These entities are located in China, Iran, Pakistan, South Africa, and the UAE and have been identified as acting against the national security or foreign policy interests of the United States. The entities listed will require a license for all items subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and such applications will be presumed denied. Additionally, four existing entries are being modified on the Entity List, affecting entries under France, Iran, Senegal, and the United Kingdom.

Rural Development, part of the USDA, is adopting seven Categorical Exclusions (CEs) from the Department of Energy to use in their programs, under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). These CEs will help streamline environmental reviews for projects improving infrastructure like electric power, water systems, and renewable energy in rural areas. The agency has consulted with the DOE to ensure appropriateness and plans to apply these CEs while considering environmental impact safeguards. This decision aims to enhance the efficiency of RD projects while maintaining environmental compliance.

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) is seeking written comments on possible trade actions in response to China's efforts to dominate the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors. The USTR plans to hold a public hearing and is proposing fees on services provided by Chinese maritime operators entering U.S. ports, as well as restrictions to encourage the transport of U.S. goods on U.S. vessels. Additionally, there may be actions to reduce reliance on Chinese logistics platforms. Comments must be submitted by March 24, 2025, for consideration.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has postponed the preliminary determinations of investigations into thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam, originally set for March 17, 2025. This decision was made following a request from the petitioners due to the complexity of the cases and ongoing investigations. The new deadline for these determinations is May 6, 2025, with final determinations expected 75 days thereafter. The petitioners include companies and unions concerned about fair value trading practices.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has delayed making a preliminary decision in its investigation of imports of thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam. This investigation is part of a countervailing duty case, which looks into whether foreign companies are receiving improper subsidies. The preliminary decision was originally due by January 2, 2025, but has been extended to March 7, 2025, after a request was made by the petitioners to allow more time to analyze information and respond to questionnaires. The final decision will be made 75 days after the preliminary determination is issued.

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined that imports of erythritol from China may be harming U.S. industries by being sold at unfairly low prices and potentially subsidized by the Chinese government. As a result, they are moving forward with a final phase of investigations. The investigations began after a petition was filed by Cargill, Incorporated in December 2024. The USITC held a conference in January 2025 and has published its findings in a report titled Erythritol from China: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-751 and 731-TA-1729 (Preliminary).

The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013, also known as the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act of 2012, requires the Secretary of State to report every 180 days about Iran's use of certain materials. This report, covering the period from July 1, 2020, to December 31, 2020, found that Iran is not using the specified materials for exchanges but is listing gold as part of its assets and that Iran's construction sector is influenced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Additionally, certain materials are connected with Iran's nuclear and military programs.

The National Institutes of Health is organizing several closed virtual meetings via the Center for Scientific Review. These meetings will occur from June 4 to June 11, 2025, and will focus on reviewing and evaluating grant applications across different specialized areas, such as neuroscience, vascular inflammation, and cancer therapeutics. The meetings are closed to the public to protect confidential information like trade secrets and personal data related to the grant applications. Each session is led by a Scientific Review Officer and is hosted at the NIH's Rockledge Drive location in Bethesda, but will take place virtually.

The proclamation by President Donald J. Trump designates January 24 to January 30, 2021, as National School Choice Week. It emphasizes the administration's commitment to educational reform by advocating for school choice, allowing families to choose the best educational settings for their children, regardless of economic status. The proclamation highlights the need for legislation to support educational freedom and scholarship programs, aiming to address educational inequity and provide equal opportunities for all students in the United States.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has authorized SRC, Inc., a contractor from North Syracuse, NY, to access certain information under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Some of this information may be considered Confidential Business Information (CBI). SRC, Inc. will assist the EPA in evaluating various aspects of chemical substances. This access will begin no sooner than December 20, 2024, and is necessary for the contractor to perform its duties as specified in their contract. The access to this information will follow strict security protocols and is expected to continue until October 22, 2029, unless the contract is extended.