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The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued a final rule to address national security risks related to connected vehicles, particularly those involving technology designed, developed, manufactured, or supplied by entities in China or Russia. The rule aims to regulate certain software and hardware that enable vehicle connectivity and automated driving systems. It requires vehicle manufacturers and importers to verify their supply chains and submit Declarations of Conformity to confirm compliance, with some options for specific or general authorizations to continue certain transactions otherwise prohibited. The rule is designed to protect U.S. infrastructure from potential threats associated with these technologies.

The Department of Labor is asking for public comments on a proposed information collection related to managing the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund. This request is submitted to the Office of Management and Budget under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The information collected will help ensure that funds are properly managed and used exclusively for unemployment benefits. The public can provide feedback on the necessity and accuracy of this data collection by March 21, 2025.

The Department of Justice, specifically the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, is seeking public comments on a revised information collection related to specific transactions among licensees and permit holders. This notice aims to collect feedback on whether the information collection is necessary, its estimated public burden, and ways to improve its quality while minimizing the burden on respondents. Interested individuals can submit their comments on the proposed revisions until March 10, 2025. The updated information collection includes a significant decrease in the number of respondents but an increase in total burden hours, reflecting added considerations like the monetized cost of the burden.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is asking for public comments on its information collection related to incidental take authorizations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. This collection helps assess the impact on marine mammals when small numbers are taken accidentally during certain activities. NOAA requires detailed information from applicants, including assessments of impact and monitoring reports, to ensure compliance with the law. The public has 60 days to provide feedback on these collections, aiming to improve their efficiency and reduce the burden on those who must provide the information.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has proposed new rules to manage an excise tax on the sale of certain designated drugs by manufacturers, producers, and importers. These regulations detail how the tax will be applied and calculated, particularly focusing on sales during specific periods defined by law. The proposed rules include definitions of terms like "manufacturer" and "sale," guidelines for identifying sales subject to the tax, and methods for calculating the tax amount. The rules aim to ensure that the tax is assessed fairly and are seeking public comments and possible requests for a hearing by March 3, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a final rule requiring remote identification for unmanned aircraft, including drones, in U.S. airspace. This rule addresses safety and security concerns by ensuring that unmanned aircraft provide identification and location information, making it easier to track and manage their operations. The rule outlines three ways for compliance: using a standard remote identification system, utilizing a broadcast module, or operating in specific areas recognized by the FAA. Compliance with this rule becomes mandatory by September 16, 2023, for all unmanned aircraft operations.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced the receipt of various filings related to energy rates, agreements, and certifications. Companies like Coso Battery Storage, Tri-State Generation, Flat Ridge 3 Wind Energy, and many others have submitted filings for things such as self-certification and compliance relating to rate changes and service agreements. These filings are open for public comments until March 5, 2021, or March 4, 2021, depending on the individual docket. The submissions and their details can be accessed via FERC's eLibrary system by searching the relevant docket numbers.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has reviewed an agreement that suspends the investigation of antidumping duties on fresh tomatoes from Mexico. During the period from September 1, 2021, to August 31, 2022, the selected companies, Ceuta Produce and VALHPAC, mostly complied with the terms of the agreement except for some minor issues. The agreement still meets important legal standards, like preventing price drops, and no serious violations occurred. The document also reminds parties of their responsibilities regarding handling and disposing of confidential information.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced a proposed rule change filed by ICE Clear Europe Limited, aiming to revise its Price Submission Disciplinary Framework. The changes include renaming it to "Price Submission Disciplinary Procedure" and altering how missed price submissions are handled. Clearing Members could get one waiver per calendar year for technical issues, rather than one during the entire membership, and the review process has been extended, providing more time for responses and evaluations. The amendments also update governance procedures and make various clarifications to improve understanding and consistency with other Clearing House policies.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on renewing an information collection related to Fractional Aircraft Ownership Programs. This program allows people to buy shares in aircraft and share them with other owners in a pool. The information collection is necessary to ensure compliance with safety regulations outlined in 14 CFR part 91, subpart K. Comments are due by March 31, 2025, and the feedback will help determine the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements of this information collection process.