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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is proposing to approve new reliability standards related to frequency and voltage settings, known as PRC-024-4 and PRC-029-1. These standards, submitted by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), aim to ensure that electric generators and other inverter-based resources (IBRs) can handle changes in electrical disturbances without shutting down unexpectedly. FERC is seeking public comments on the proposal and plans to direct NERC to provide detailed information on any granted exemptions, especially for older equipment that can't easily meet the new requirements. Comments on this proposal are due by March 24, 2025.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is updating a system of records known as the FRB—360 Assessment Records. This updated system will include 360-degree assessment questionnaires filled out by employees and their evaluators, along with feedback reports. The system's name has been changed, and there are new contractors involved in this process. The records will be kept until they are replaced, one year after the evaluated employee leaves, or for three years, whichever comes first. The update aims to improve record management and security while adhering to legal requirements.

The U.S. Department of Commerce received applications requesting clarifications on whether certain products fall under antidumping and countervailing duty orders. The document lists applications filed in January 2025, covering products like large diameter welded pipes from India, metal lockers and gun safes from China, aluminum screw covers from China, and ceramic tiles from China. Each application includes details like the product description, countries of production and export, applicant information, and filing dates. The department's procedure for evaluating these applications and the opportunity for interested parties to participate in the process is also outlined.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, is updating its system of records called "Federal Personnel and Payroll Records (FERC-57)." These updates comply with the Privacy Act of 1974 and the Office of Management and Budget guidelines. The updated system will be used for handling personnel and payroll functions and now includes new routine procedures for addressing data breaches. The modifications to the system cover a wide range of areas, including the purpose of the system, security classification, and the procedures for accessing and retaining records. Public comments on these updates must be submitted within 30 days of the document's publication in the Federal Register.

Nasdaq PHLX LLC has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to update its rules due to a technology upgrade. This update will align PHLX's trading functions and order types more closely with those of its affiliated exchanges, such as ISE, GEMX, and MRX, and introduce new trading protections and order types, which include options like marketable limit orders and add liquidity orders. The changes aim to offer consistent trading experiences across Nasdaq's platform, improve transparency, and enhance trader protections by offering more sophisticated risk-management tools, thus encouraging market participation. The proposal is part of an effort to streamline system operations, make regulatory compliance more efficient, and ensure a fair trading environment.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is updating the records system for the Office of Inspector General (OIG) personnel as per the Privacy Act of 1974. These updates include adding video and audio recordings to the records, in compliance with certain parts of Executive Order 14074, addressing ethical inquiries, and including potential employees in the system. The Board revised some rules and uses of this information to aid in personnel decisions like hiring and promotions. They are also implementing technical changes to the system to improve privacy and security.

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is asking for public comments on how the growing use of devices connecting directly to satellites in the L-band might affect GPS signals. These devices, operating between 1610-1660.5 MHz, have less strict emission limits than terrestrial ones, posing risks of interference with GPS signals at 1575.42 MHz. NTIA seeks input on the interference risks and possible solutions to safeguard GPS while allowing the advantages of these direct-to-device services. The comments are due by February 10, 2025.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) confirms that on April 21, 2025, a new rule will be enacted. This rule updates the spent fuel storage regulations, specifically revising the listing of the Holtec International HI-STORM UMAX Canister Storage System. The updates focus on radiation protection specifications, including clarifying dose rate limits and modifying their values and measurement locations. Since no major issues were raised in public comments, the rule will proceed as planned.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released a notice about a proposed rule change by NYSE Arca for the Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF and Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust ETF. The proposed change aims to allow the Trusts to stake ether, a type of cryptocurrency, to earn rewards. This proposal responds to the update in Ethereum's network from a proof-of-work to a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism, which is more energy-efficient. The SEC is inviting public comments on whether this change complies with securities regulations and serves the best interests of the investors and the market.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is updating a system of records known as BGFRS/OIG-1, "FRB—OIG Investigative Records." These records are maintained by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and are used for investigations related to the Board's and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) programs. Changes include adding new types of records like video and audio recordings to comply with an executive order and updating access controls and retention policies. The modifications aim to improve oversight, transparency, and cooperation with other federal, state, or local agencies.