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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) have issued a final rule regarding the enforcement of REAL ID requirements for driver's licenses and identification cards used for federal purposes. Starting May 7, 2025, federal agencies must begin enforcing these requirements but can do so using a phased approach until May 5, 2027, if they consider factors like security, operational feasibility, and public impact. This rule aims to provide flexibility for a smoother transition since not all individuals currently possess REAL ID-compliant IDs. Agencies that choose phased enforcement must coordinate with DHS and publicly share their plans.

CHPE LLC has submitted an application to the Department of Energy to amend its Presidential Permit, seeking to increase the project's capacity from 1,000 MW to 1,250 MW. This request follows a study from the New York Independent System Operator which confirmed the project could handle the increased load without harming the transmission grid's reliability. People interested in commenting or intervening on this permit amendment must submit their responses by March 31, 2021. The DOE requires a public interest determination and favorable recommendations from the Secretaries of State and Defense before any amendment can be finalized.

The Department of Commerce has released a quarterly update on foreign government subsidies for cheese imported into the U.S. that are subject to specific duties, covering the period from July 1, 2020, to September 30, 2020. The update is part of the Commerce Department's ongoing effort to track and document subsidy programs by foreign governments. Individuals with information about such subsidies are encouraged to submit details to the Commerce Department through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. This notice provides a list of countries, subsidy programs, and their financial details, which are currently available.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has released a notice regarding a recent filing by the Postal Service about the calculation of the assumed Federal income tax on competitive product income for the fiscal year 2020. The Commission has invited the public to comment on this filing by March 5, 2021, and set up Docket No. T2021-1 to review the submissions. The public can submit comments electronically through the Commission's website. Additionally, Jennaca D. Upperman has been designated as the Public Representative in this review process.

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has issued a final rule establishing procedures for creating guidance documents per Executive Order 13891. This rule mandates how CEQ will define, develop, and issue these documents, ensuring they are accessible to the public through an online database. It allows the public to request changes to these documents and specifies the process for significant guidance documents needing public comment. The rule underscores CEQ's internal practices without imposing new obligations on the public or other governmental bodies.

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division announced that TM Forum, a non-profit corporation, has made changes to its membership under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. Several new members, including companies from India, Indonesia, and the United States, have joined the Forum, while others from countries like New Zealand and Panama have withdrawn. Certain existing members have also changed their names. The document indicates that the Forum will continue to update its membership information as needed and will notify relevant authorities accordingly.

MIAX Emerald, LLC has submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to create a Minor Rule Violation Plan (MRVP). This plan would allow certain minor rule violations to be punished with fines up to $2,500 and would not require immediate reporting to the SEC, as long as summary reports are sent quarterly. This proposal excludes some conduct policies and aims to make handling minor infractions more efficient. The public is invited to comment on the proposal, and the SEC will decide on its approval by December 24, 2024.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of its interim registration review decision for ethylene oxide (EtO). This decision is part of a routine process under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), where pesticide registrations are reviewed every 15 years to ensure they meet current standards. The EPA has considered public comments on EtO during this review. The interim decision and additional information are available on the EPA's website.

The Copyright Royalty Judges have started a new process to decide on fair rates and rules for using certain copyrighted works in public broadcasting from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2027. Organizations interested in participating need to submit a Petition to Participate with a $150 fee using the eCRB online system by February 4, 2021. This proceeding occurs every five years and aims to set guidelines for the reproduction, distribution, and display of these works. Only licensed attorneys or individuals representing themselves can appear in this process.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is announcing a closed meeting of the Disease, Disability, and Injury Prevention and Control Special Emphasis Panels. The meeting will occur via teleconference from March 30 to April 1, 2021, between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. EDT. The meeting will be closed to protect sensitive information, such as trade secrets and personal data in grant applications. The panels will review and evaluate grant applications related to public health research and pandemic response.