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The Department of Commerce determined that producers and exporters of certain vertical shaft engines from China are receiving unfair subsidies. These engines, used primarily in lawn mowers, may lead to countervailing duties if the U.S. International Trade Commission finds they harm U.S. industry. The investigation covers engines with displacements between 225cc and 999cc and includes specific components defined as unfinished engines. The final decision will impact how these products are handled at U.S. borders, including potential duties and customs actions.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Thommen AC32 Digital Air Data Computers due to malfunctions occurring at low temperatures. This rule mandates the replacement of defective computers with ones that work correctly to ensure aircraft safety. Effective from May 15, 2025, the directive also includes additional helicopter models that might be affected and prohibits installing faulty parts on any aircraft. The rule aims to prevent issues with navigational data that could compromise flight control.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A11 airplanes. This action was spurred by an incident involving hydraulic fluid leakage caused by possibly using an uncalibrated torque wrench. The proposed rule requires proper torquing and sealing of the hydraulic fittings as detailed in a Transport Canada AD. This is intended to prevent potential hydraulic system failures and ensure the continued safety of these aircraft models.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on the future use or disposition of the historic vessel, the Nuclear Ship NS Savannah, after its nuclear reactor is fully decommissioned. The agency is considering either maintaining the vessel intact, potentially as a museum, or dismantling it. MARAD is interested in hearing from the public about possible new uses for the ship, potential operators, or alternative suggestions. Comments can be submitted through various methods, including the Federal eRulemaking Portal, and are open until March 15, 2021.

In a recent decision, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chose not to adopt the rules it proposed in 2015 to reserve a vacant channel in the UHF Television Band for use by white space devices and wireless microphones. The FCC found that these rules were no longer necessary due to changes in the TV spectrum landscape following the Incentive Auction and actions the FCC has taken since 2015 to support these technologies. They believe continuing with existing measures is more effective and avoids burdening broadcasters with additional requirements. Consequently, the FCC has ended the proceeding.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced recent filings for complaints, compliance, and electric rate matters in the EL and ER dockets. Some key filings include complaints by BP Energy Retail Company against the California Independent System Operator and various tariff amendments and rate filings by companies like AEP Oklahoma Transmission and Entergy Arkansas. These documents also detail the procedural requirements for intervention, protests, and comments by the public. The Commission has encouraged the use of eFiling for these processes and offers support through its Office of Public Participation for those needing assistance.

Sunrise Coal, LLC has requested a modification to existing safety standards from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). They want to use specific non-approved respirators at their Indiana mines due to their benefits, such as providing a continuous flow of fresh air and accommodating miners unable to use tight-fitting masks. Sunrise Coal argues that their alternative methods ensure equal or greater safety compared to the current standards. Interested parties can submit comments to MSHA by April 21, 2025.

The executive order titled Protecting Law Enforcement Officers, Judges, Prosecutors, and Their Families aims to enhance the safety of judges, prosecutors, and law enforcement officers who face unique risks due to their roles. It mandates federal departments to remove obstacles for law enforcement officers to carry firearms and proposes that federal prosecutors in danger can be specially deputized to carry firearms. It also seeks to protect the privacy of these officials by limiting the availability of their personal information and emphasizes the importance of legislation to bolster protections and penalties related to crimes against them and their families. The order clarifies its intention not to create legally enforceable rights.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, is asking for public comments on its information collections, specifically FERC Form Nos. 1, 1-F, and 3-Q. These forms are used to collect financial and operational data from major and nonmajor electric utilities, licensees, and natural gas companies. Comments are due by April 8, 2025, and FERC seeks input on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements for the data collection processes. The request aims to understand if the information is useful for FERC's functions and how the collections can be enhanced or made less burdensome.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received various filings related to electric corporate and rate matters. These include applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act and tariff amendments from entities such as Apple Energy LLC, Pattern Energy Group LP, and others. Interested parties wishing to comment or intervene in these filings must do so by the respective comment deadlines. The filings can be accessed online, and the Commission encourages electronic submissions. For assistance, the public can contact the Commission's Office of Public Participation.