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The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) submitted an Interregional Transfer Capability Study (ITC Study) to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) as required by the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023. This study examines the current ability of the power system to transfer electricity between different regions and recommends improvements to ensure grid reliability, especially in the face of extreme weather events and growing energy demand. The study suggests increasing the transfer capacity by 35 gigawatts across various U.S. regions to strengthen reliability. NERC invites public comments on the study, which aims to help policymakers and the electric industry plan for a stable future energy grid.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a new arms sales notification to Congress, detailing enhancements to defense technology being sold to Japan. The upgrades include advanced radar, electronic warfare, and communications systems, with a total estimated value increase from the previous notification. These systems will help Japan strengthen its self-defense capabilities and support U.S. foreign policy goals in the Asia-Pacific region. The notification underscores the strategic importance of the U.S.-Japan alliance.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act to extend the deadline for installing new variable refrigerant flow (VRF) air conditioning and heat pump systems that use specific hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). These systems can be installed until January 1, 2027, if their components were made or imported before January 1, 2026. An additional extension to January 1, 2028, is allowed for projects with building permits issued before October 5, 2023, approving the use of these HFCs. The aim is to give more time for the installation and avoid wasting unsold VRF system inventories.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has filed a proposed rule change to increase the fees for their Specialized Quote Feed (SQF) Ports and SQF Purge Ports by 10%. These ports are used by Market Makers to send quotes to the exchange, and the increase aims to adjust for inflation and maintain the quality and security of the exchange's technology. Nasdaq cites investments in technology upgrades as a reason for the fee increase, which intends to better align pricing with improvements in service quality. The new fees will be effective from January 1, 2025, and the SEC is seeking public comments on this proposed rule change.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has introduced new safety standards, called FMVSS Nos. 307 and 308, aimed at ensuring the safe use of hydrogen as a fuel source in vehicles. These rules set performance requirements for hydrogen fuel systems and storage to reduce the risk of fires and explosions. While the rules apply to most hydrogen-fueled vehicles, they exclude certain types like those with cryo-compressed or solid-state hydrogen storage systems. The standards are designed to align with international regulations but include some U.S.-specific adjustments to ensure testing is clear and objective.

The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development has officially announced a new order of succession for the Government National Mortgage Association, also known as Ginnie Mae. This new order will determine who takes over if the Ginnie Mae President cannot perform the duties due to absence, disability, or a vacancy. The order lists specific officers who will step in, starting with the Principal Executive Vice President and followed by various Senior Vice Presidents. This announcement replaces the previous order of succession published in 2018.

The Institute of Education Sciences under the Department of Education has announced a new information collection request, aiming to study factors that influence the completion of traditional undergraduate teacher preparation programs. This research will involve collecting survey and interview data from those who completed and did not complete such programs, along with program administrative data. The study addresses critical questions about the demographics, academics, and other factors affecting teacher preparation program completion, aiming to improve teacher retention and diversity. Public comments are invited until January 15, 2025, and participation will help shape solutions for enhancing teacher preparation programs.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a delay in the effective date of a new rule regarding seat belt warning systems. Initially set to take effect on January 3, 2025, this rule requires a seat belt use warning for rear seats and updates the warning standards for front seats. The delay, pushing the effective date to March 20, 2025, is due to a regulatory review mandated by the President's memorandum. This decision is enacted immediately and is exempt from notice and comment procedures.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued a direct final rule to update its regulations for the storage of spent nuclear fuel. The update involves revising the NAC International, Inc. MAGNASTOR® Storage System's Certificate of Compliance to include a new Amendment No. 14 and changes to previous amendments. These revisions address technical specifications, safety evaluations, and typographical corrections and are expected to be non-controversial. The effective date for these amendments is March 19, 2025, unless significant adverse comments are received by early February 2025.

In a recent notice, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced changes to actions related to a Section 301 investigation concerning China's technology transfer and intellectual property practices. These changes include raising tariffs on certain tungsten, polysilicon, and wafer products from China starting January 1, 2025. The new tariffs, part of President's instructions to encourage China to change its practices, will be 25% for tungsten products and 50% for polysilicon and wafers. This decision considers public feedback, which highlights the potential benefits and risks of these tariff increases.