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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a final rule requiring remote identification for unmanned aircraft, including drones, in U.S. airspace. This rule addresses safety and security concerns by ensuring that unmanned aircraft provide identification and location information, making it easier to track and manage their operations. The rule outlines three ways for compliance: using a standard remote identification system, utilizing a broadcast module, or operating in specific areas recognized by the FAA. Compliance with this rule becomes mandatory by September 16, 2023, for all unmanned aircraft operations.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received an application from Southern California Edison Company for a new major license for the Rush Creek Hydroelectric Project located in Mono County, California. The existing facilities include several dams, a powerhouse, and related infrastructure, but SCE plans to decommission operations at two dams and retrofit another while continuing operations at the powerhouse. The application process will follow a set procedural schedule, and the project is currently not ready for environmental analysis. Interested parties can view the documents on FERC's website and participate in the process through the Office of Public Participation.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on a new survey aimed at collecting information about the operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), such as drones. The survey will focus on fatigue-related practices, necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, testing, and staffing procedures for UAS operation. This initiative is part of efforts to integrate UAS operations more effectively into the National Airspace System by gathering data that could inform future regulations. The survey expects about 180 respondents, targeting a wide range of stakeholders, and aims to enhance the understanding of UAS operations and the needs for pilot certification requirements.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule, effective March 16, 2021, for the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), such as drones, over people and at night under certain conditions. The rule introduces four categories of operations based on the risk of injury to people, allowing drones to fly over people without a waiver if they meet specific safety standards. It also requires drones flying at night to have anti-collision lights and operators to undergo training that covers night operations. Additionally, the rule allows drones to fly over moving vehicles, provided specific conditions are met to ensure safety.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule establishing Class E airspace at the Sunbury Fire Department Heliport in Sunbury, NC. This new airspace extends upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 6-mile radius to support new GPS-based standard instrument approach procedures. The purpose of this controlled airspace is to enhance the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations, particularly benefiting medevac helicopter operations by improving accessibility and healthcare access for the community. The regulation is effective on June 12, 2025, and aligns with annual updates to FAA airspace designations.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several filings related to electricity companies and market operations. The filings involve applications for authorizations, tariff amendments, and compliance filings from various companies including AL Sandersville, LLC, WV Wind Holdco LLC, Calhoun Power Company, LLC, and others. These documents set out requests for approvals under the Federal Power Act and proposed changes to electricity rates and market operations, with comments due by certain dates in March 2021. Interested parties can access these filings through FERC's eLibrary system and must adhere to established rules if they wish to intervene or protest these proceedings.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request for information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of the data collection process. The Food and Nutrition Service is conducting the School Meals Operations Study to evaluate COVID-19 Child Nutrition Waivers. This study, which involves state child nutrition directors, will gather data through surveys and administrative records to understand the impact of these waivers on meal services during the pandemic. The study will help inform future policies and meal service operations during emergencies.

The executive order, titled "Continuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy," directs the reduction of certain non-essential federal government functions and entities. The President aims to streamline operations in agencies like the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service and the Minority Business Development Agency, among others, by cutting non-required components and limiting operations to those legally necessary. Agency heads must report compliance within 7 days, and future funding requests may be rejected if they don't align with this order. The order must comply with existing laws and is not intended to provide legal rights to any parties.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Transportation Department, is proposing changes to the airspace at Cortez Municipal Airport in Cortez, Colorado. The proposal includes modifications to the Class E airspace, which provides controlled airspace for aircraft operations; these changes are intended to improve safety and efficiency for instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. The FAA is also suggesting updates to the airport's legal descriptions and inviting public comments on these proposed changes by March 3, 2025. The agency assures that these adjustments are routine, have minimal economic impact, and are essential to keep flight procedures current.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to establish Class D airspace and amend Class E airspace for Auburn University Regional Airport in Auburn, Alabama. This change is due to the introduction of a new air traffic control tower at the airport, ensuring the safe and efficient management of aircraft operations. The rule is effective from February 20, 2025, and provides necessary updates to airspace regulations to accommodate instrument flight rules (IFR) operations in the area. The FAA determined that this action is routine and does not significantly impact the environment or small businesses.