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The Executive Order 13974, issued by President Donald J. Trump, amends previous regulations concerning securities investments in companies linked to the Chinese military. Under this order, U.S. persons must divest from any such securities by specified dates in 2021 and 365 days from future determinations. The order also clarifies the roles of the Secretaries of Defense and Treasury in identifying and listing these companies. Additionally, it sets definitions for terms like "transaction" and outlines the order's implementation rules.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are asking the public to share their thoughts on extending and updating rules related to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 4. These rules involve the collection and maintenance of various contractor information, such as taxpayer identification and unique entity identifiers, crucial for government contracting processes. The agencies want feedback on the importance of this information, its accuracy, and suggestions for improving its collection. Comments are invited until February 18, 2025, through the website https://www.regulations.gov.

The Department of Defense has announced the new rent threshold for 2020 under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. As of January 1, 2021, the adjusted maximum monthly rental amount service members can have without facing eviction is $4,089.62. This adjustment accounts for inflation and is intended to protect service members and their families from eviction during periods of military service. The changes are published in the Federal Register to ensure transparency and compliance.

The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has asked the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a revision and extension of information collection related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 229, Taxes. This collection helps the Department of Defense (DoD) ensure contractors in the United Kingdom seek relief from customs duty on fuels used in certain vehicles, as required by contracts. The proposal involves 12 respondents each making about 2.33 submissions a year, totaling an annual burden of 112 hours. Public comments on this proposal must be received by February 18, 2021.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced an arms sales notification involving the sale of military equipment to the Government of Italy. This sale includes 21 M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and other military hardware. The total estimated cost of the program is $400 million. The sale aims to strengthen Italy's defense capabilities and enhance interoperability with the U.S. and other allies, without affecting U.S. defense readiness.

The Department of the Air Force, part of the Department of Defense, plans to grant a joint ownership agreement with an exclusive patent license to the University of Alabama in Huntsville. This agreement involves a technology for analyzing digital images to identify a resolution limit with acceptable error margins. The Air Force invites written objections to this grant, which must be submitted within 15 days from the notice's publication. Objections must show that the granting of the license violates the Bayh-Dole Act or its regulations.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has sent a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to gather information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This proposal aims to collect data on problematic sexual behavior among children and youth on military bases. The information will help develop safety plans and support services for affected families. Public comments on this proposal need to be submitted by February 10, 2025.

The Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-02 summarizes new regulations agreed upon by the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council. The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and NASA are involved in implementing these rules, which include requirements for airlines contracting with the Federal Government to report on human trafficking prevention efforts and updates to the certification process for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses seeking certain government contracts. These updates primarily aim to improve regulatory compliance and reinforce ethical standards without significantly impacting small businesses. Most changes go into effect on December 16, 2024, with some rules effective January 3, 2025.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and National Aeronautics and Space Administration have issued a final rule as part of the Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-04. This rule changes the Federal Acquisition Regulation to increase the preference for using American-made goods. The domestic content requirement for iron and steel will go up to 95%, while other products and materials will increase to 55%. The aim is to encourage economic growth and job creation by decreasing reliance on foreign-sourced content.

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service of the Department of Defense has announced a proposed collection of public information in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are seeking public comments on whether this information collection is necessary and if it can be improved. This collection involves gathering signatures and details needed to process death gratuity payments to designated beneficiaries or next-of-kin of deceased service members. Public comments must be submitted by April 1, 2021, through the official eRulemaking Portal.