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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Massachusetts' State Implementation Plan (SIP) submission, which meets most infrastructure requirements for the 2015 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) under the Clean Air Act. However, EPA issued a finding of failure for certain parts related to the prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) program requirements. Despite this, the finding will not lead to sanctions or new federal requirements, as Massachusetts is already under a Federal Implementation Plan for PSD. The decision was based on Massachusetts demonstrating they have adequate resources and authority for SIP enforcement, even considering potential impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving parts of a submission from Arkansas related to the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), ensuring the state meets clean air requirements. The EPA reviewed Arkansas's plans for maintaining air quality and found them adequate in personnel, funding, and legal authority, despite some public concerns about financial resources. The approval includes updates to state regulations and confirms Arkansas's plans are consistent with federal law. Although the COVID-19 pandemic was mentioned as a possible concern, the EPA decided it does not warrant disapproval of Arkansas's submission at this time.

CISA is announcing a public meeting of the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC) on February 10, 2021. The meeting will happen via conference call and will include updates on communications resiliency and discussions on national security and emergency preparedness priorities. Members of the public can register to attend or comment by February 3, 2021. The NSTAC advises the President on telecommunications and cybersecurity related to national security.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has announced that it received a complaint filed by Ericsson Inc. and Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson regarding alleged patent infringements related to certain cellular communications systems. The complaint targets several patents and claims that some companies, including Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc., have been importing or selling products that violate these patents. The Commission has agreed to investigate these allegations and will determine if any U.S. industries have been affected. If the allegations are proven true, the Commission may issue orders that limit the importation and sale of the offending products.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved the State of Washington's State Implementation Plan (SIP) submissions, ensuring they meet specific infrastructure requirements for air quality standards set in 2010 and 2015, particularly for sulfur dioxide and ozone. Despite some administrative issues and adverse public comments regarding resources and funding, the EPA found Washington's SIP compliant with necessary requirements. The rule, which does not impose additional federal requirements, will be effective on March 22, 2021. The SIP approval mainly applies to non-trust lands within specific Indian reservation areas as outlined by federal law.

AI Infrastructure Alliance, Inc. (AIIA) has informed the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership as of December 6, 2024, in compliance with the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. This notice lists multiple organizations that have withdrawn from the group, including companies from countries like Germany, Israel, and Ireland. The Department of Justice had previously published notice of AIIA's original notification and its last update. No alterations have been made to the group's planned activities.

The Surface Transportation Board reviewed a petition from the Seven County Infrastructure Coalition to build an 85-mile railway in Utah to connect the Uinta Basin with the national rail network. The Coalition seeks an exemption from the usual prior approval requirements, arguing that the rail line will provide critical transportation benefits and support local industries. While there is significant support, including endorsements from state officials, there is also opposition citing financial viability concerns and potential environmental impacts. The Board has made a preliminary decision on the transportation merits but will only finalize its decision after completing an environmental review.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is seeking public comments on its plan to extend the collection of information through the Visitor Request Form for another three years. This form collects data about visitors to CISA facilities to assess risks and ensure security. The deadline for submitting comments is April 19, 2021. The agency is interested in feedback on the necessity and practicality of this information collection, as well as suggestions to minimize the burden on respondents.

The Resilient Infrastructure + Secure Energy Consortium (RISE) has informed the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership. This notification aims to extend certain legal protections under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act, allowing limited recovery of damages by antitrust plaintiffs. Ten new organizations, including AlumaPower Energy from Canada and V.I. Vernadsky Taurida National University from Ukraine, have joined RISE. The group's membership remains open, and they intend to announce any future changes.

The Resilient Infrastructure + Secure Energy Consortium (RISE) has made changes to its membership, as disclosed in a notification filed with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission on January 6, 2025. The filing aims to extend certain legal protections related to antitrust recovery. Newly added members include companies from various locations such as Canada, Utah, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Membership in RISE remains open, and future changes will be reported accordingly.