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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a proposed rule change by NYSE Texas to adopt NYSE Rule 4530 with minor modifications. This rule requires detailed reporting on events like statutory disqualifications and customer complaints for better regulatory oversight. The new rule aligns NYSE Texas with the NYSE and FINRA's requirements, improving consistency and easing compliance for firms already following similar protocols. The SEC is seeking public comments on this proposal, emphasizing the importance of transparency and effective market regulation.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is allocating over $186 million in Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funds to grantees affected by 2018 disasters. This funding, authorized by the Additional Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief Act of 2019, is meant for mitigation activities that increase resilience and reduce risks from future disasters in most impacted and distressed areas. Grantees must submit action plans detailing the use of these funds, which must focus on identified risk areas and can be leveraged through partnerships and coordination with other federal programs. HUD will provide technical assistance to smaller grantees to enhance the effectiveness of these mitigation efforts.

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced a proposed rule change filed by ICE Clear Europe Limited, aiming to revise its Price Submission Disciplinary Framework. The changes include renaming it to "Price Submission Disciplinary Procedure" and altering how missed price submissions are handled. Clearing Members could get one waiver per calendar year for technical issues, rather than one during the entire membership, and the review process has been extended, providing more time for responses and evaluations. The amendments also update governance procedures and make various clarifications to improve understanding and consistency with other Clearing House policies.

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the collection of information required under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves gathering data on the Independent Living Services Program Performance Report, which helps improve independent living services in various U.S. regions, including states, territories, and commonwealths. The ACL uses this data to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to identify training needs for organizations involved. The public can submit comments on this proposal until March 29, 2021.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has proposed new rules to manage an excise tax on the sale of certain designated drugs by manufacturers, producers, and importers. These regulations detail how the tax will be applied and calculated, particularly focusing on sales during specific periods defined by law. The proposed rules include definitions of terms like "manufacturer" and "sale," guidelines for identifying sales subject to the tax, and methods for calculating the tax amount. The rules aim to ensure that the tax is assessed fairly and are seeking public comments and possible requests for a hearing by March 3, 2025.

Miraclon Corporation submitted a notification on October 27, 2020, to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board regarding proposed production activities at their facility in Weatherford, Oklahoma. This proposal was reviewed according to the FTZ Board's regulations and made available for public comment. On February 24, 2021, the FTZ Board authorized the production activity, stating that no further review was necessary. The authorization is subject to compliance with the Foreign-Trade Zones Act and specific board regulations.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public input on a draft regulatory guide, DG-1377, concerning the measurement, evaluation, and reporting of radioactive materials in effluents and solid waste. This guide serves as a proposed update to Regulatory Guide 1.21 and provides new guidance on monitoring radioactivity from licensed facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The proposal outlines methods for calibrating radiation monitors, revising reporting requirements for waste shipments, and addressing public dose assessments. Public comments on this draft guide are encouraged and can be submitted through multiple channels until February 19, 2021.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing new rules to improve accessibility for video conferencing services, focusing on features such as text-to-speech and automatic sign-language interpretation. They are seeking input on how these services can better support individuals with disabilities, including those who are blind, have low vision, or have cognitive or mobility disabilities. The FCC also wants to know if the telecommunications relay services (TRS) Fund should support team interpreting for video conferences. They are considering how to integrate TRS effectively with video conferencing platforms to ensure seamless communication for everyone involved.

The Postal Regulatory Commission announced that the Postal Service submitted its FY 2020 Performance Report and FY 2021 Performance Plan. This filing is part of the Postal Service's annual reporting and includes details about their goals related to service quality, customer experience, workplace safety, and financial health. The Commission invites public comments on whether the Postal Service met these goals and if the reports comply with statutory requirements. Comments are due by March 1, 2021, and reply comments by March 15, 2021.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend the approval for information collection under Rule 204, which is part of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Rule 204 requires broker-dealers to follow specific procedures to address failures to deliver securities on time, aiming to manage and reduce such failures. This includes several notification and demonstration requirements intended to ensure compliance. The SEC has outlined the expected annual burden hours for these requirements and invited the public to comment on this information collection request by January 27, 2025.