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The Department of the Treasury, Department of Labor, and Department of Health and Human Services have decided to withdraw their proposed rules concerning the coverage of preventive services under the Affordable Care Act. Initially published on October 28, 2024, these rules aimed to ensure coverage for recommended preventive services without cost-sharing, focusing significantly on contraceptive items for women. The withdrawal comes as the departments plan to prioritize other issues, although they may revisit preventive services in the future. The agencies emphasize that withdrawing these rules does not prevent them from making new proposals similar to the withdrawn ones.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A330 series airplanes. This proposal comes after reports of contamination in the pressure switch of engine pylon fire detectors, which could compromise their effectiveness and lead to undetected fires. The directive requires replacing the contaminated parts and prohibits the installation of affected ones, aligning with a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) directive. Comments on this proposal must be submitted by January 23, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive for some Boeing 777 airplanes. This was prompted by an incident where a plane experienced a glideslope beam anomaly during landing, causing a higher-than-expected descent rate, which could mislead the flight crew. To address this issue, the FAA suggests installing new software to improve the autopilot flight director computer system and checking its configuration. The FAA is seeking comments on this proposed rule, which aims to prevent unsafe conditions that might lead to accidents.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule aimed at improving safety for certain Boeing 767 airplane models. This is in response to significant changes in limitations related to preventing fuel tank ignition and updating the nitrogen generation system. The proposed rule would require changes to maintenance programs for these aircraft to address potential safety hazards. The FAA is seeking public comments on this proposal by April 12, 2021.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is proposing changes to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to better align it with international guidelines, specifically the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Revision 7. This proposed rule aims to improve how chemical hazards are communicated to employers and employees, ensuring greater consistency and effectiveness. The updates included in the rule cover how hazards are classified, how labels are created, and technical updates to safety data sheets, among others. The public is invited to submit comments on these proposed changes by April 19, 2021.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published a supplemental notice requesting public comments on proposed changes to a rule that prohibits impersonating government and business entities. This notice included the option for interested parties to voice their opinions at an informal hearing, which focuses on whether to broaden the rule to also ban the impersonation of individuals. Nine organizations have been given the opportunity to present their statements at the upcoming hearing on January 17, 2025. The FTC has chosen not to move forward with a proposal that would hold parties accountable if their goods or services are used in impersonation schemes.

The Coast Guard has proposed changes to its regulations concerning special local regulations and safety zones in the Captain of the Port Zone Eastern Great Lakes, aiming to maintain safety on these waters. These changes involve updating event names, modifying existing regulations, and removing some obsolete entries. The rule would establish temporary zones during scheduled events, restricting access without permission from the Captain of the Port to protect vessels and the public. Public comments on the proposal are invited until February 20, 2025, via the Federal Decision-Making Portal.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to replace an existing Airworthiness Directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A350 airplanes. This comes after the development of a new water-resistant integrated control panel (ICP) to prevent issues from liquid spills on the flight deck, which previously could cause engine shutdowns mid-flight. The proposed rule would make it mandatory to install this new panel, eliminating the need for previous protective measures. Public comments on this proposal can be submitted until April 8, 2021.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain General Electric engines. This proposal aims to replace specific high-pressure turbine (HPT) disks due to potential iron inclusions, which could lead to fractures and uncontained engine failure. The proposed directive is intended to ensure the safety of these engines by mandating the replacement of affected parts. The FAA invites public comments on this proposal until March 17, 2025.

On December 13, 2024, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced a proposed rule to amend Regulation V, which is tied to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). This proposed rule seeks to clarify the definitions of "consumer report" and "consumer reporting agency" and lays out guidelines for when consumer reports can be given to agencies and businesses. Originally, the comment period was set to end on March 3, 2025, but it has been extended to April 2, 2025, to give people more time to provide feedback. Comments can be submitted through various channels, including an online portal, email, and mail.