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The Indian Health Service (IHS), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, has announced a reorganization of its headquarters, specifically focusing on the Office of Information Technology (OIT) and the Office of Management Services (OMS). The reorganization aims to update structures, improve efficiency, and align with current technology and administration requirements. The new structure, approved by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, will streamline operations within these offices to better serve the healthcare needs of Indian communities. This change involves various functions like cybersecurity, records management, emergency preparedness, and asset management, enhancing the IHS's ability to support healthcare services.

The United States Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service has issued a final rule aiming to make payments to poultry growers fairer. This rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act prohibits certain unfair practices used by live poultry dealers, especially in the competitive systems that determine how much growers are paid. It also requires dealers to provide more information to growers before asking them to invest in expensive farm updates, helping to reduce confusion and unfair advantage. Overall, the rule strengthens transparency, fairness, and accountability in the industry.

In an advance notice of proposed rulemaking, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the U.S. Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on potential regulations concerning information and communications technology and services (ICTS) used in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). These technologies, if linked to foreign adversaries like China or Russia, may pose risks to U.S. national security and critical infrastructure. BIS is asking for feedback on possible definitions of UAS, risks involved, and ways to mitigate those risks, with an aim to protect U.S. interests while minimizing economic impact. The public has until March 4, 2025, to submit their comments.

On October 18, 2024, the Defense Industrial Based Consortium (DIBC) submitted notifications to the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership to seek protection under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. This protection limits antitrust plaintiffs to claiming actual damages under certain conditions. Additionally, several organizations have withdrawn from the consortium, but the group remains open to new members. The Department of Justice had initially published the DIBC's activities in the Federal Register on June 24, 2024, with the latest update being on September 17, 2024.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has implemented a new rule that removes the requirement for non-geostationary-satellite orbit, fixed-satellite service (NGSO FSS) systems to provide continuous coverage across the entire United States. This change is intended to offer more flexibility and encourage the development of innovative satellite systems. The decision aims to allow satellite operators to focus on serving underserved areas, such as Alaska and remote islands, without mandating nationwide coverage. The FCC believes this elimination of the domestic coverage rule will enhance connectivity and promote efficient use of satellite technology.

The Information Warfare Research Project Consortium (IWRP) has updated its membership, filing notifications with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. Several companies have joined the consortium, including Belle Artificial Intelligence Corporation and General Electric Company, while others like Attollo, LLC and Cask Technologies have withdrawn. These changes are meant to extend protections under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act, which limits recovery for antitrust plaintiffs to actual damages under certain conditions. The consortium remains open to new members, and further changes will be disclosed in future notifications.

The National Spectrum Consortium, Inc. (NSC) has informed the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. New members have joined, such as the University of Nebraska and DRS Training & Control Systems, while several organizations, like VMware, Inc. and Rice University, have withdrawn. No other membership or project plans have changed. NSC will continue to update these notifications about membership changes.

The Information Warfare Research Project Consortium (IWRP) has informed the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership, as required by the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. Some companies, such as Advanced Computer Concepts, Inc., have joined the consortium, while others, like Addx Corp., have withdrawn. The changes aim to ensure that any possible damages from antitrust lawsuits are limited to actual damages within specific contexts. IWRP's membership remains open, and they plan to keep updating the authorities on any further changes.

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division has announced that the Expeditionary Missions Consortium—Crane (EMC2) filed notifications about updates to its membership. These updates were sent to the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission as part of a rule under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. This act limits the recovery of damages by antitrust plaintiffs in certain situations. The consortium added many new members, including research institutions and companies from various states. Membership in the consortium remains open, and EMC2 plans to notify authorities of future changes in its membership.

The Defense Industrial Based Consortium (DIBC) has filed notifications with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission to disclose changes in its membership, pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. Several companies have been added as new members, including 5N Plus Semiconductors and Blue Origin Florida LLC, while some companies like Global Circuit Innovations, Inc. have withdrawn. No other changes have been made to the group's activities, and DIBC keeps the membership open for future updates. The Department of Justice had previously published similar notices in the Federal Register.