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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has revised its rules to enhance the operation of unlicensed white space devices, which can now provide stronger wireless broadband services in rural and less congested areas. These rules allow for higher power levels and greater antenna heights for fixed devices, as well as introducing mobile white space devices, enabling broader broadband coverage while safeguarding existing broadcast services from interference. The Commission also updated rules to support new narrowband Internet of Things (IoT) device development, promoting innovation while ensuring that all operations adhere to interference protection standards in the TV bands. These changes aim to improve connectivity and close the digital divide in underserved regions.

Mazda North American Operations submitted a petition to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) claiming that a defect in Takata airbag inflators in some Mazda vehicles was inconsequential to safety. The defect involves propellant degradation that could lead to inflator ruptures and potentially cause injury. After reviewing the evidence and arguments presented, NHTSA denied Mazda's petition, stating that Mazda had not adequately demonstrated that the defect posed no significant risk to motor vehicle safety. Consequently, Mazda is required to notify vehicle owners and provide a remedy for the defect.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing a new rule regarding how to determine the availability of channels for unlicensed devices in the TV bands, which are known as white spaces. The FCC seeks feedback on using a model called Longley-Rice, which takes into account the terrain to predict signal availability more accurately compared to the current method. The aim is to see if this model can better serve both white space device users and television broadcasters while still protecting broadcast signals from interference. The FCC invites public comments on various technical and implementation aspects of using this model.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is addressing a correction to a previous rule published in the Federal Register on January 12, 2021. This rule expanded the use of unlicensed white space devices to improve wireless broadband services in rural areas and aid in developing new Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The correction clarifies specific modifications to the introductory text of a particular rule section, rather than the entire section. These updates took effect on February 11, 2021.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) issued a final rule correcting technical errors in regulations published earlier in 2024 related to renewable energy rights-of-way. These corrections include removing outdated terms, updating section titles, and fixing regulatory references to reflect the changes in the final rule. The adjustments help clarify rules around land use and energy development leases to ensure accurate and enforceable regulation. These changes became effective on December 26, 2024.

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is asking for public comments on how the growing use of devices connecting directly to satellites in the L-band might affect GPS signals. These devices, operating between 1610-1660.5 MHz, have less strict emission limits than terrestrial ones, posing risks of interference with GPS signals at 1575.42 MHz. NTIA seeks input on the interference risks and possible solutions to safeguard GPS while allowing the advantages of these direct-to-device services. The comments are due by February 10, 2025.

In a recent notice, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration within the Commerce Department issued a correction regarding the document titled "Impact of L-Band MSS `Direct-to-Device' Operations on GPS." The correction involves Figure 1, which appears in the notice published on December 27, 2024. This update was filed on January 21, 2025, and serves to provide accurate information in the Federal Register document.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made a correction to a proposed rule document related to emissions from solvent cleanup operations in Missouri. In the original document, which appeared on December 21, 2020, there was a date error. The DATES section on page 82995 incorrectly stated "January 20, 2021," which has been corrected to "January 21, 2021." This correction ensures that the intended timeline is accurately reflected.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued a final rule to adjust civil monetary penalties for onshore oil and gas operations and coal trespass due to inflation. This update, effective January 17, 2025, follows the requirements of the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015. The rule does not allow for public comment due to its non-discretionary nature, and it outlines increases in specific monetary penalties to maintain their deterrent effect. The adjustments are calculated using a multiplier based on the change in the Consumer Price Index from October 2023 to October 2024.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve updates to a rule that manages emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from graphic arts printing operations in the Yolo-Solano area of California. This update aims to ensure that the local rule is in line with the Clean Air Act and helps reduce pollution that contributes to smog and poor air quality. The EPA is inviting public comments on this proposal until March 29, 2021, and plans to incorporate this new rule into the federal plan when finalized. The proposed rule does not impose additional requirements but seeks to align state and federal standards.