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The Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration is preparing to conduct sunset reviews in February 2025 to assess whether revoking certain trade duties or terminating certain suspended investigations would likely result in continued unfair practices or harm to U.S. industries. These reviews are required by the Tariff Act and happen every five years. The document outlines procedures and deadlines for interested parties wishing to participate, including submitting substantive comments and executive summaries. This notice serves to inform the international trading community and is not mandated by law.

The Copyright Royalty Judges have received a notice from SoundExchange, Inc. to audit the royalty payments made by Rockbot, Inc.'s Business Establishment Service for the years 2017, 2018, and 2019. This audit ensures compliance with the statutory licensing terms for digital audio transmissions, as per the Copyright Act. SoundExchange is responsible for collecting and distributing these royalties to the rightful owners and performers. The notice of intent to audit was submitted on December 18, 2020, and this summary fulfills the requirement to publish in the Federal Register.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a provisional six-month renewal of an exemption for Navistar, Inc.'s driver, Thomas Nickels, from the commercial driver's license (CDL) regulations in the U.S. This exemption allows Mr. Nickels to drive Navistar's test vehicles in the U.S. without a state-issued CDL, as he holds a valid German commercial license. Mr. Nickels is testing new truck technologies to ensure they meet real-world conditions. Public comments are requested, and FMCSA may extend the exemption to five years after reviewing these comments.

The Federal Reserve System published a notice regarding applications from several companies seeking approval to become or acquire bank holding companies. The process is regulated under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 and other relevant laws. This notice lists specific applications, including the Lindsey Family Trust's proposal to acquire The Trust Bank in Georgia, Morning Sun Bank Corp.'s plan to acquire First Trust and Savings Bank in Iowa, and Old National Bancorp's acquisition of Bremer Bank in Minnesota. The public can inspect these applications and submit comments, which will be publicly disclosed.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is holding a virtual meeting at 9:30 am on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. The meeting will focus on an aviation investigation report about a rapid descent incident involving Island Express Helicopters Inc. and a Sikorsky S-76B in Calabasas, California, on January 26, 2020. The public can view the meeting via webcast, and updates on possible changes due to COVID-19 or weather will be available on the NTSB website. For more information, contact Candi Bing or reach out to the media contacts Keith Holloway and Eric Weiss.

The Federal Maritime Commission has announced the filing of an agreement under the Shipping Act of 1984. This agreement, known as the Maersk/Network Shipping Ltd. Ad Hoc Space Charter Agreement, allows Maersk A/S and Network Shipping, Ltd. to share cargo space between ports in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, and California. The agreement was filed by Wayne Rohde from Cozen O'Connor and is proposed to take effect on February 3, 2025. Anyone interested can review the agreement online and submit comments to the Commission within 12 days, or 7 days for expedited review requests.

The Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board has approved an application to establish Subzone 102G for True Manufacturing Co., Inc., in O'Fallon and Mexico, Missouri. This decision was made on January 7, 2025, following the submission of an application by the St. Louis County Port Authority, which is the grantee of FTZ 102. The application was reviewed and found to meet the necessary criteria, and the new subzone will be subject to FTZ 102's 2,000-acre activation limit. The application process included a public comment period announced in the Federal Register on November 26, 2024.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has amended the final results of the countervailing duty review for aluminum foil from China for 2022, correcting a mistake in the calculations for Jiangsu Zhongji Lamination Materials Co.'s subsidy rate. This change affects the rates for other companies not specifically selected, as theirs is an average rate based on mandatory respondents. Moreover, steps to assess duties and update cash deposit requirements for these duties are outlined. The department highlights compliance with procedural rules and corrects ministerial errors as defined under U.S. trade laws.

The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking comments on a proposed information collection related to the Arrival and Departure Record (Forms I-94, I-94W) and the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). They are inviting public opinions on the necessity and accuracy of this data collection, which helps determine if travelers can enter the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program. This collection involves various forms and online systems, aiming to streamline the process and ensure security. People have until March 17, 2025, to provide feedback to CBP.

The Federal Maritime Commission has announced the filing of two shipping agreements under the Shipping Act of 1984. One agreement is between Hapag-Lloyd AG and Maersk A/S, allowing them to exchange space on specific services between the U.S. East Coast and ports in several countries including the UK and Germany. The second agreement involves an amendment to extend the termination date of a contract between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance. Interested parties can submit comments about these agreements through the Commission's website or contact their office directly.