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The United States Postal Service has announced it filed a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a new domestic shipping services contract to the Competitive Products List. This contract involves Priority Mail and USPS Ground Advantage® services. The filing took place on March 18, 2025, and more information can be found through docket numbers available on the Postal Regulatory Commission's website. For additional details, Sean Robinson is available for contact.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced a meeting of the Rehabilitation Research and Development Service Scientific Merit Review Board to be held on March 3, 2021, via WebEx. This meeting is partially closed to the public to ensure privacy during discussions about research applications. The Board's goal is to fairly select exceptional research projects that help improve the lives of veterans with disabilities. Public attendance is allowed during the open portion of the meeting, and interested individuals must contact Tiffany Asqueri at least five days in advance to attend.

Nasdaq BX, Inc. has submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission to update Rule 4759, which governs the data feeds the exchange uses for handling and executing orders. The proposed amendment aims to add a direct data feed from MIAX PEARL, LLC and MEMX LLC as the primary sources, while CQS/UQDF will become the secondary source, to ensure data is available even if the primary source fails. This change is intended to improve transparency and efficiency without affecting competition, and comments on the rule can be submitted to the SEC until March 15, 2021.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted a final rule under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to improve transparency in the extraction industry. This rule requires companies involved in the extraction of oil, natural gas, or minerals to report payments made to foreign governments or the U.S. federal government for resource development. Companies must include details about the type and amount of payments, and this information must be presented publicly in a specific electronic format. The rule aims to deter corruption and promote accountability, although some exemptions and delayed reporting options are available to reduce the compliance burden on smaller companies.

Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. proposed a rule change to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) received this proposal on February 14, 2025, and it is effective immediately. The SEC is seeking comments from the public on whether this change aligns with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Comments can be submitted online, by email, or by mail to the SEC before March 19, 2025.

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (FCSIC) is holding a regular Board of Directors meeting at 10 a.m. on February 12, 2025. The meeting, taking place in McLean, Virginia, can be attended in person or virtually. Some parts of the meeting will be open to the public, while others will be closed. Discussion items include approving previous meeting minutes, setting insurance rates, and reviewing reports on various activities.

The Department of Health and Human Services has released a statement about improving transparency in the drug approval process by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). They examined how long it takes the FDA to review and approve new drug applications. Historically, Congress set a 180-day limit for this process, but recent reviews show that it often takes longer. To improve transparency and accountability, the FDA will now publish detailed timelines of these reviews on its website so the public and Congress can better understand these processes and their impacts.

The National Institutes of Health is announcing a closed meeting for the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Special Emphasis Panel (NIDDK RC2 SEP). This meeting will take place virtually on April 11, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and is closed to the public to protect sensitive information about grant applications. The meeting will review and evaluate these applications, and any open discussion could reveal confidential trade secrets or personal data. Dr. Xiaodu Guo is the contact person for further information regarding this meeting.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has issued a notice regarding new filings by the Postal Service about negotiated service agreements. These filings involve adding or amending competitive product contracts such as Priority Mail and USPS Ground Advantage. The Commission is inviting public comments on these filings by March 3, 2025, and has designated specific public representatives for each docket. For those unable to submit comments electronically, alternative methods are available by contacting David A. Trissell.

The United States Postal Service Board of Governors held a special meeting on April 22, 2025, in Washington, DC. The meeting, which was closed to the public, was approved by the Board and involved discussions on administrative, executive, and personnel matters. The General Counsel confirmed that closing the meeting complied with the Government in the Sunshine Act. For more information, contact Lucy C. Trout, the Acting Secretary of the Board of Governors.