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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a permanent debarment order against Joseph A. Rowan, preventing him from working with any businesses that have drug product applications. This order results from Mr. Rowan's felony conviction related to illegal activities with the drug SUBSYS while at Insys Therapeutics. He was found guilty of racketeering, mail fraud, and wire fraud, including bribing doctors to prescribe SUBSYS to patients without cancer and misleading insurers. Mr. Rowan was notified of this debarment decision and waived his right to contest it by not requesting a hearing.

The U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI), part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) under the Department of Commerce, is asking for public comments on an updated draft document titled Managing Misuse Risk for Dual-Use Foundation Models. This draft is an update related to Executive Order 14110, which emphasizes the safe, secure, and trustworthy use and development of AI. The document, identified as NIST AI 800-1, includes new guidelines for handling risks associated with chemical, biological, and cyber misuse. Comments are due by March 15, 2025, and can be submitted online through specified platforms or by email.

MEMX LLC, a stock exchange, submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to change its fee schedule. The proposal details a new Tape A Quoting Tier, which offers an extra rebate for certain trading activities on the exchange. This change took effect immediately, and the SEC invites public comments on the proposal by March 14, 2025. All relevant information and comments related to this rule change are available on the SEC's website.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is seeking public comments on the proposed extension of an approved information collection related to the Registration for Classification as a Refugee. This notice aligns with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and aims to gather input on the need, accuracy, quality, and burden of the information collection process. The public can submit comments until March 4, 2025, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. The estimated total burden time for this collection is about 183,223 hours annually, at an estimated cost burden of $12,000.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has implemented the 5G Fund for Rural America, aimed at expanding 5G mobile wireless broadband in rural areas. This plan builds on improved data from the National Broadband Map to identify areas lacking high-speed mobile service, ensuring that efforts are targeted to the most underserved regions. The 5G Fund Phase I budget has been increased to $9 billion, with adjustments for Tribal lands, and includes timelines for transitioning away from legacy support systems to this more modern structure. Furthermore, recipients of this fund will need to implement cybersecurity and supply chain risk management plans, and there are incentives for integrating Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) technologies into the supported networks.

The Department of Energy is seeking information to boost the state of accelerator technology in the U.S. They are interested in learning about the current market for particle accelerators, successful partnerships, and ways to strengthen the supply chain. To do this, they are asking for comments on various topics, including technology transfer, workforce development, and collaboration models. Responses will help them develop strategies to enhance U.S. leadership in this technology field.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) issued an Order to Show Cause to Linwood A. Starks, D.V.M., proposing to revoke his Certificate of Registration because he is not authorized to handle controlled substances in Texas due to the suspension of his veterinary license. Starks requested a hearing but failed to respond to the allegations, leading to a termination of proceedings and his default. As a result, the DEA Administrator decided to revoke his registration and deny any future applications, as maintaining a DEA registration requires state authorization to handle controlled substances. This decision takes effect on April 21, 2025.

The Department of Agriculture has finalized a rule superseding the interim rule to establish the Domestic Hemp Production Program, as required by the 2018 Farm Bill. This rule outlines regulations for State and Tribal plans and a Federal plan for hemp production where State or Tribal plans are not USDA-approved. The program details requirements for record-keeping, THC level testing, disposal of non-compliant plants, producer licensing, and overall compliance. The rule also specifies procedures for land use data collection and cooperation with law enforcement and other agricultural agencies.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced agreements for six social impact partnership projects under the Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results Act (SIPPRA), amounting to $46.9 million. These projects, located in cities like Boise, Jacksonville, and New York City, as well as counties in Delaware and South Carolina, aim to address various social challenges such as homelessness, healthcare costs, and early childhood development. Each project outlines specific outcome goals, including healthcare and housing improvements, and defines metrics to evaluate success, with savings estimated for federal, state, and local governments if targets are met. The interventions span various timelines, with detailed methodologies planned for assessing their impact.

The Executive Order 14145 aims to boost economic development in "left-behind" communities across the U.S. by coordinating federal programs. It outlines a policy for a collaborative approach involving multiple federal agencies to improve infrastructure, support workforce development, and enhance economic innovation in economically distressed and disaster-affected regions. The order encourages agencies to work together and provide resources and guidance to local leaders and organizations to make federal assistance more accessible. It also highlights the importance of community engagement to achieve long-term economic resilience.