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The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced that the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. plans to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports from $7,500 to $8,500. This change aims to help the exchange maintain and update its technology while keeping its fees competitive compared to other exchanges. The exchange has noted that this increase accounts for inflation and is consistent with improvements made in their services. Public comments are invited on this proposed rule change.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the release of a report titled "Food and Drug Administration Report and Plan on Best Practices for Guidance." This report, requested by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, outlines best practices for creating, prioritizing, and using guidance documents efficiently. The FDA gathered and considered public feedback on a draft report published in December 2023, which led to this final version. The report aims to enhance transparency, improve regulatory processes, and support the development of new products for public health.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced that the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) filed a proposed rule change to extend the compliance date for changes to Form G-32. Originally set for March 31, 2021, the compliance deadline has been moved to August 2, 2021, giving brokers and dealers more time to adapt to the updates due to ongoing COVID-19 disruptions. The proposed change is considered "noncontroversial," thus it becomes effective upon filing. The MSRB believes this extension will help brokers and dealers better allocate resources to implement new compliance processes and training.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is opening the floor for public comments about a new collection of information related to animal drugs and veterinary master files. This initiative is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act, requiring federal notices about such collections and giving the public 60 days to comment. The FDA aims to gather insights on whether the information collection is necessary, its accuracy, and how to minimize the efforts needed from participants. Interested parties can submit their comments electronically or in written form by February 28, 2025.

Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC filed an application to construct and operate additional natural gas pipeline facilities in Louisiana as part of their South Central Louisiana Project. This project aims to increase natural gas transportation capacity by up to 75,000 MMBtu/d through enhancements at existing compressor stations and the installation of new facilities. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission plans to prepare an Environmental Assessment to evaluate the project's impact, with an expected release date of July 25, 2025, followed by a 30-day comment period. The deadline for relevant federal agencies to make a final decision on necessary authorizations is October 23, 2025.

The Postal Regulatory Commission is notifying the public about a recent filing by the Postal Service related to a negotiated service agreement. This notice aims to inform the public about the filing, invite public comments, and outline other administrative procedures. Comments on this matter are due by March 20, 2025, and can be submitted electronically through the Commission's online system. Various docket numbers are associated with these Postal Service requests, each undergoing public proceedings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.