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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proposes changes to its life insurance regulations to make it easier for terminally ill service members and their families to access benefits. Typically, a terminally ill person must apply for their Accelerated Benefit, which allows them to receive part of their insurance payout early. However, the rule change would allow an alternate applicant, like someone with power of attorney, to apply if the insured person cannot do so themselves because of medical reasons. This update would also make it clear who qualifies as a dependent for insurance coverage and aligns VA's practices with industry standards.

The Department of Commerce has finalized its ruling that crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from Thailand are being sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices, below fair market value. For this investigation, conducted from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, they found evidence of pricing manipulation due to market conditions. The decision includes multiple companies, and critical circumstances were noted, meaning there was a significant increase in imports. Consequently, Commerce will require cash deposits for estimated antidumping duties on these solar cells to protect U.S. industry from material injury.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain producers and exporters of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, or solar cells, from Malaysia are receiving subsidies from their government, which are countervailable under U.S. trade laws. The investigation found that these subsidies give Malaysian producers and exporters an unfair advantage in the U.S. market. Following this finding, U.S. Customs will suspend the liquidation of these solar cells, which means holding off on finalizing the import transaction and payment of duties, until a final decision is made. If the U.S. International Trade Commission supports this finding and determines that these imported solar cells harm U.S. industry, countervailing duties could be imposed.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is releasing Revision 4 to their Regulatory Guide 1.136, titled “Design Limits, Loading Combinations, Materials, Construction, and Testing of Concrete Containments.” This guide updates the standards and guidance for materials and procedures used in building concrete containment structures in nuclear power plants. It endorses, with specific exceptions, the 2019 version of codes set by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) related to such constructions. The document also clarifies that the new guide isn't mandatory for license holders, meaning they aren't required to follow it, though it provides useful methodologies to meet existing regulatory requirements.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings related to energy market activities. These include notices of self-certification and submissions regarding modifications to rate agreements, service agreements, and tariffs by companies like Shallow Basket Energy, Massachusetts Electric Company, and others. Interested parties can view these filings in FERC's eLibrary and are encouraged to submit comments, protests, or requests to intervene by specific deadlines. The Commission also offers resources and assistance for public participation in these proceedings.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a Notice of Inquiry seeking public comments on how to handle the accounting and reporting of certain renewable energy assets like solar and wind within the Uniform System of Accounts. They are considering creating new accounts specifically for these kinds of energy sources and are also looking at how these changes could affect utility rates. Additionally, the Commission is evaluating how to properly record renewable energy credits, similar to how sulfur dioxide allowances are tracked. Comments on these proposals are sought to help in making informed decisions.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is seeking public comments on potential changes to how financial assurance measures are required for hydroelectric project licenses. This inquiry aims to determine if additional financial safeguards are needed to ensure that hydroelectric projects can maintain safety and environmental standards throughout their operation. Different options being considered include requiring bonds, creating trust or remediation funds, or mandating insurance policies for potential hazards. Comments on these proposals, including any alternative suggestions, are due by March 29, 2021.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) proposed amendments to its Listed Company Manual to modify rules about shareholder approvals for certain stock issuances. These changes are aimed at making it easier for companies to raise capital by aligning NYSE's rules more closely with those of Nasdaq and NYSE American. The amendments include updates to how shareholder approval is needed for transactions involving related parties and large stock issuances. The goal of these changes is to facilitate free market practices while ensuring investor protection remains strong.

The U.S. Department of Commerce determined that producers and exporters of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from Vietnam are receiving countervailable subsidies and made changes to the subsidy rates since the preliminary findings. The final decision found that critical circumstances exist for several companies, which affects how U.S. Customs and Border Protection handles the suspension of liquidation and cash deposit instructions. The investigation covers solar cells and modules from Vietnam, but some specific products are excluded. The International Trade Commission will decide whether these imports cause harm to the U.S. industry, which will determine if the proceedings go forward or if they will be terminated.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary finding that solar cells from Vietnam are being sold in the United States at unfairly low prices. This preliminary determination covers sales from October 2023 to March 2024, and adjustments have been made to account for any subsidies affecting the pricing. Details of the investigation, such as the calculation methods and critical circumstances, are outlined in a memo accessible online. Final decisions will be made after public comments and further proceedings, with the possibility of a change in measures based on future findings.