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The Department of State has published the names of individuals added to the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons. This action is a result of these individuals meeting specific legal criteria under an Executive Order concerning harmful activities by the Russian government. As a consequence, their property and interests within U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. citizens are generally prohibited from conducting transactions with them. Additionally, several Russian vessels, including research and drilling ships, have been identified as having interests tied to these individuals and organizations.

The Department of State has announced that several individuals and vessels have been added to the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons. This action is part of enforcing an Executive Order aimed at blocking property related to harmful activities by the Russian government. As a result, all property and interests in the US linked to these people are blocked, and American citizens generally cannot do business with them. The vessels listed are linked to various Russian entities and are subject to these sanctions.

The Department of State has released a notice with names of individuals placed on the Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons. This action is due to these individuals' association with activities deemed harmful by the U.S. involving the Russian government. As a result, any property or interests owned by these individuals under U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. citizens are generally forbidden from conducting business with them. The notice also identifies several LNG carriers linked to entities subject to U.S. sanctions based on Executive Order 14024.

Z-Wave Alliance, Inc. has filed a notification with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission about changes to its membership under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. New members, including companies from Malaysia, Hungary, and Canada, have joined, while members from Russia, the U.S., and several European countries have left. Some existing members, such as Bluesalve Partners and U-tec Group, have changed their names. The alliance will continue to report any further membership changes.

The Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, acting under Executive Order 13224, has designated several organizations as foreign entities that pose a significant risk of committing acts of terrorism. These groups include Tren de Aragua, Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13), Cartel de Sinaloa, Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion, Carteles Unidos, Cartel del Noreste, Cartel del Golfo, and La Nueva Familia Michoacana. The determination was made to block and prevent these groups from taking actions that threaten the United States' security, foreign policy, or economy, and no prior notice will be given to persons associated with these groups who may have a constitutional presence in the United States. This decision will be published in the Federal Register.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has received petitions requesting waivers for the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) obligations for 2019 and 2020, arguing severe economic harm due to factors like the COVID-19 pandemic. Small refineries and several state Governors believe that fulfilling these RFS requirements would hurt the economy, and are asking the EPA to adjust the volume obligations for renewable fuel. The agency is seeking public comments on these petitions and the issues they raise, such as the economic and environmental impacts of granting a waiver. Furthermore, the EPA has not yet decided on granting or denying any of these petitions but is encouraging public dialogue to inform future decisions.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has conducted a preliminary review of sales by Siderca S.A.I.C. from Argentina and found them to be sold at less than normal value in the U.S. market during May 11, 2022, to October 31, 2023. They invite feedback on these findings. The review aims to assess additional duties, and public comments may be submitted following the publication date. Final results will shape future antidumping duties and deposit requirements for Siderca's products from Argentina.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has found that some oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Mexico were sold in the U.S. at prices below their normal value. The review period is from May 11, 2022, to October 31, 2023. Commerce is also cancelling an administrative review for the company Siderca because the request for their review was withdrawn by United States Steel Tubular Products, Inc. Interested parties can comment on these preliminary results, and final results are expected within 120 days of publishing these findings.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the final results of an administrative review concerning countervailing duties on oil country tubular goods (OCTG) from Korea, specifically for the SeAH Steel Companies. They found that no countervailable subsidies were provided to these companies during the review period from September 29, 2022, to December 31, 2022. As a result, there will be no countervailing duties assessed, and no cash deposits will be required for future imports of these goods from the SeAH Steel Companies. These final results are effective as of February 21, 2025.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a final rule related to the procurement of telecommunications equipment and services, targeting equipment or services from specific Chinese and Russian entities. This rule bans the use of such technology in any system that is vital or essential, aiming to enhance the security of defense systems. Changes to the reporting timelines for discovering prohibited equipment and the actions taken for mitigation have been extended, giving more time for compliance. The rule also includes specific requirements that apply to all contractors, including those involved in small business.