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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is asking for public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to agricultural aircraft operations under Part 137. This process involves submitting FAA Form 8710-3 and other reports necessary for certification, exemption petitions, and recordkeeping for safety and regulatory compliance. The public can submit written comments via email, fax, or mail by February 21, 2025. The renewal aims to ensure FAA can adequately assess qualifications for certification, manage operations over congested areas, and maintain necessary records for over 1,700 active agricultural aircraft operators.

The State Department has approved the use of up to $16 million for foreign assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. This money will support countries participating in the Multinational Security Support mission in Haiti. The decision, authorized by Deputy Secretary of State Richard R. Verma, was made possible by overriding other legal provisions. This determination will be reported to Congress and published in the Federal Register.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection for agricultural aircraft operators. This involves completing FAA Form 8710-3 as part of their certification, as well as submitting certain operational plans and maintaining records. The agency is collecting information to assess the qualifications of the operators and ensure safety in operations over congested areas. Comments are requested to evaluate the necessity and efficiency of these processes by April 30, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is making changes to a general permit for large animal feeding operations in Idaho, except on Tribal lands. This is in response to a court ruling that said the permit did not include necessary water pollution monitoring. The updated permit will take effect on February 1, 2025, and will be managed by the state of Idaho, but the EPA will continue overseeing permits in Indian Country. Public comments were reviewed before finalizing the changes.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is exercising enforcement discretion, meaning they won't enforce compliance with a rule called "Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments" until March 20, 2025. This rule was originally published in November 2024 but received corrections in January 2025. The delay allows time for appointed officials to review the rule to ensure it aligns with legal and administrative policies. The decision follows a broader call for a 60-day freeze on new regulations to allow for such reviews.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is inviting public comments on its proposal to continue the approval of information collection requirements related to commercial diving operations. The aim is to ensure these requirements remain beneficial for both employers and employees by reducing paperwork and improving safety. OSHA is particularly seeking feedback on the necessity and efficiency of these information collections, as well as ways to make them less burdensome for employers. The deadline for submitting comments is March 7, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering a new rule to allow geostationary satellites in the fixed-satellite service (FSS) to use the 17.3-17.8 GHz band in a space-to-Earth direction, which could improve satellite communications in the U.S. The proposal includes technical safeguards to prevent interference with existing services, like broadcasting and fixed services. The FCC is also suggesting updates to relevant rules, defining an extended Ka-band, and easing the licensing process for satellite operations in these frequencies. They invite comments from the public and industry stakeholders to ensure that the changes balance innovation with protecting current users of the spectrum.

The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations (CONFERS) has updated its membership and filed these changes with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission. New members include ClearSpace SA from Switzerland and several U.S.-based companies, while Effective Space from the United Kingdom has left the group. The purpose of the filing is to extend the law that limits how much money can be recovered in antitrust lawsuits against CONFERS. The group plans to continue notifying about membership changes in the future.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved changes proposed by ICE Clear Credit LLC (ICC) to its Treasury Operations Policies and Procedures. These changes aim to improve the clarity and accuracy of the Treasury Policy by adding details, correcting errors, and aligning it with current practices. Key revisions include new criteria for settlement banks to provide liquidity information and updates to investment guidelines for better flexibility and security. These amendments are designed to enhance the efficiency and safeguarding of financial transactions handled by ICC.

ICE Clear Credit LLC (ICC) has filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to update its Treasury Operations Policies and Procedures. The main purpose is to formally document their intraday margin call procedures, which are important for managing cash and collateral to ensure financial stability in volatile market conditions. These changes aim to enhance transparency without altering current practices, aligning with SEC regulations that require a risk-based margin system. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal.