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The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System has made changes to Regulation D by reducing the interest rate paid on balances (IORB) at Federal Reserve Banks to 4.4 percent from the previous 4.65 percent. This amendment was effective on December 19, 2024, and aims to help maintain the federal funds rate within the desired target range. The Board found it necessary to forego usual notice and comment procedures, citing the importance of prompt action in the public interest. Additionally, the rule is not subject to the Regulatory Flexibility Act or the Paperwork Reduction Act since no general notice of proposed rulemaking was required.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation have finalized a rule called the Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR). This rule is designed to ensure large banking organizations maintain stable funding over a one-year period to support their various financial activities. By requiring stable funding, the rule aims to reduce liquidity risks, ensuring banks can continue to operate smoothly even in challenging economic conditions. This rule applies to large U.S. banks and some foreign banks with significant assets, enhancing the overall stability of the financial system.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is extending the Central Bank Survey of Foreign Exchange and Derivatives Market Activity (FR 3036) for three years with revisions. This updated survey, effective April 2025, aims to better align with the guidelines set for the 2025 global data collection led by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). The survey will involve 21 respondents, including large commercial banks, and will help the Federal Reserve gather crucial data about foreign exchange transactions. Despite one public comment suggesting real-time data capture, the Board decided to proceed with the original proposal, emphasizing that the survey's current scope appropriately balances gathering information and the burden on respondents.

The Securities and Exchange Commission approved proposed changes to the investment policies of the Depository Trust Company, Fixed Income Clearing Corporation, and National Securities Clearing Corporation. These changes are intended to align their policies with new rules for managing U.S. Treasury securities transactions and safeguarding customer margins. The proposal includes a process to keep proprietary and customer funds separate and independently managed, which aims to enhance the stability and security of these financial transactions. The updated policies are meant to ensure that funds are secure and properly managed even in the event of a financial default.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is asking for public comments on a proposed information collection form related to export credit insurance. This form, known as the Exporter's Certificate, is used by financial institutions to ensure exports are eligible for EXIM support and involves certifying certain details about the export transaction. The bank wants feedback on the paperwork process to ease the burden on respondents. Comments can be emailed, submitted online, or mailed by February 24, 2025.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is seeking public comments on a proposal to extend the Computer-Security Incident Notification requirements for three more years without any changes. This rule mandates banking organizations to promptly notify their primary Federal banking regulator of any significant computer-security incidents within 36 hours. The Federal Reserve Board invites feedback on various aspects of the information collection, including its necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce the burden on respondents. Comments can be submitted until February 4, 2025.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public feedback on a new plan to collect emergency economic information from businesses and organizations during unexpected events like pandemics or natural disasters. This initiative aims to quickly gather important data to understand the economic impact of such emergencies and to help decision-makers respond effectively. The Census Bureau will use a set of pre-approved questions and provide this information to relevant authorities, business leaders, and the public. Comments on this proposal are invited to ensure it meets its purpose efficiently and minimizes the burden on those responding.

The document is a technical correction from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. It fixes errors in the amendatory instruction for Part 217 of the Board's Regulation Q that was published in the Federal Register on February 3, 2021. The corrections involve changes to specific paragraphs and sections within the regulation to ensure proper headings and numbering. The document also informs readers of the effective date of April 5, 2021, for these corrections.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public and agency comments on the renewal of an information collection called the "Examination Survey," as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. This survey collects feedback from banks regarding the OCC's supervisory activities and aims to improve the examination process through responses on communication, data requests, and examiner professionalism. Comments are due by February 10, 2021, and can be submitted via email, mail, fax, or courier. The survey helps the OCC in enhancing examination quality and targeting examiner training.

The Department of Commerce, under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, is inviting public and federal agency comments on the collection of information regarding access to tissue samples from the National Marine Mammal Tissue Bank (NMMTB). The information helps assess the utility and efficiency of these collections and aims to reduce reporting burdens. Comments are being accepted until March 15, 2021, and suggestions should evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements in the information collection process. Changes to the current protocol include additional checkbox options for data collection but maintain the mandatory submission of specimen information.