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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.

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 FAA has released special conditions for the certification of BETA Technologies Inc.'s Model H500A electric engines, which use an electric motor for aircraft propulsion. These engines have a unique design that doesn't fit existing safety standards, so new rules outline the safety requirements needed to ensure they are as safe as conventional engines. The rules include criteria for engine components like electrical systems, controls, and protection against overspeed and ingestion, among others. These conditions respond to comments from experts and aim to ensure these novel engines operate safely.

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a proposed sale of up to 386 Hellfire Air-to-Ground Missiles and related support services to the Government of the Netherlands. This sale aims to enhance the Netherlands' defense capabilities, supporting U.S. foreign policy and national security goals by strengthening a NATO ally. Lockheed Martin in Orlando, FL, will be the main contractor, and the sale will not affect the U.S.'s own defense readiness. The sale is valued at approximately $150 million and includes technical assistance and program support.

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 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 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)'s Technical Mapping Advisory Council (TMAC) is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting on January 24, 2025. This meeting, accessible to the public via Microsoft Teams, will focus on discussing and voting on the content of the 2024 TMAC Annual Report. Members of the public who wish to attend must register in advance, and they are also invited to provide written comments on the meeting topics. The council provides recommendations to improve flood insurance maps and risk data, and an annual report about its activities is submitted to FEMA.

The National Credit Union Administration is holding an open public meeting via live webcast due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 18, 2021. During the meeting, the agenda includes a briefing on the Share Insurance Fund Quarterly Report, a discussion of rules concerning Joint Ownership Share Accounts, and a briefing about the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021's Emergency Capital Investment Program. For more information, contact Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks, the Secretary of the Board, at the provided phone number.

Amy Family Holdings, LLC, has transferred its exemption from licensing for the Amy Ranch Project No. 8700 to Amy Hydro LLC. The project is located on Deep Creek and Black Creek in Butte County, Idaho, and this transfer does not require approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Amy Hydro LLC is now responsible for the project, and correspondence should be directed to Ted S. Sorenson at Amy Hydro LLC in Utah or Michael Jardine in Idaho. This notice was acknowledged by Debbie-Anne A. Reese, the Secretary.

The Cboe Exchange, Inc. filed a proposal to change its fee structure regarding expiring fee waivers and incentive programs, effective January 4, 2021. The proposed changes include adjusting the incentive programs for market makers in specific index options, like MSCI EAFE (MXEA) and Emerging Markets (MXEF), and increasing financial incentives for quoting in S&P 500 (SPX) options during global trading hours. Additionally, the proposal plans to remove expired incentives related to the FTSE 100 Mini Index (UKXM) options. These changes aim to encourage liquidity and active markets, benefiting overall market quality to the advantage of all participants.