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The U.S. Department of Commerce has started an investigation to examine how imports of timber, lumber, and related products affect national security. This investigation is being conducted under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended. The Department of Commerce is asking for public comments, data, and analyses on the investigation, with a focus on issues like the demand and supply of timber and lumber, foreign supply chains, trade practices, and potential measures to enhance national security. Comments must be submitted by April 1, 2025, through the federal portal, with specific instructions for submitting confidential information.

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a virtual public briefing on January 15, 2025, for a new rule titled "Framework for Artificial Intelligence Diffusion." This rule adjusts the controls on the export of advanced computing integrated circuits and introduces a new control on AI model weights to protect U.S. national security and foreign policy. People interested in attending must register by 9 a.m. EST on the same day. The rule also includes new license exceptions to help safely export these technologies to approved destinations.

CISA is announcing a public meeting of the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC) on February 10, 2021. The meeting will happen via conference call and will include updates on communications resiliency and discussions on national security and emergency preparedness priorities. Members of the public can register to attend or comment by February 3, 2021. The NSTAC advises the President on telecommunications and cybersecurity related to national security.

The Executive Order 14239, titled "Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness," emphasizes the importance of preparedness at the state and local levels to enhance national security and resilience against various threats. It outlines the development of a National Resilience Strategy and calls for the review of existing policies to improve infrastructure and emergency preparedness. The order tasks federal officials with updating these policies within specific timeframes to ensure smarter and more effective infrastructure investments and emergency responses. Furthermore, it mandates the creation of a National Risk Register to assess and plan for potential risks to infrastructure.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is introducing a new system of records called "Military Corrections and Parole Board Records." This system will track information related to military personnel who are confined due to violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, including details about their confinement, health, and parole decisions. DoD proposes to exempt portions of these records from certain parts of the Privacy Act for reasons related to national security and law enforcement. Public comments on this proposal are being sought until February 21, 2025.

The Executive Order, "Advancing United States Leadership in Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure," seeks to bolster AI development in the U.S. by encouraging the creation of domestic AI infrastructure. It aims to enhance national security and economic competitiveness while ensuring sustainable energy use and community support. The order outlines plans for collaboration between federal agencies and private sectors to construct AI data centers powered by clean energy, with the long-term goal of maintaining U.S. leadership in AI technology. It includes steps for expediting permits, addressing energy demands, supporting global AI infrastructure development, and ensuring that the growth of AI benefits both national interests and local communities.

The National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence is holding a virtual public meeting on February 17, 2021. The meeting, which is open to the public, will focus on discussing and deliberating implementation plans that accompany the Commission's Final Report concerning AI and U.S. national security. The meeting will include opening remarks from key commission members and presentations on various key areas such as AI research, national security applications, and global cooperation. Individuals interested in attending must register online, and special accommodations are available upon request.

The Department of Defense's Chief Information Officer (CIO) has issued a 60-day notice for a proposed public information collection, inviting public comments by March 7, 2025. This collection is necessary to verify individuals' trustworthiness when they request access to DoD systems, using the System Authorization Access Request Form (DD 2875). The information ensures that system access aligns with national security interests. It is estimated to affect 900,000 respondents annually, with each respondent providing responses as needed, averaging 5 minutes per response.

The President of the United States has decided to continue the national emergency regarding the global illicit drug trade for another year. This decision stems from the ongoing threat posed by the trafficking of drugs like fentanyl, which is linked to a high number of deaths and non-fatal overdoses. Drug trafficking organizations continue to endanger national security and public safety. The continuation of the national emergency initiated by Executive Order 14059 in December 2021 will be in effect until December 2024.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its proposal to renew an information collection related to commercial space launches. This proposal, under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, is meant to assure that applicants for space launch licenses provide data that meet U.S. public safety, national security, and foreign policy standards. The information collection has been previously announced in the Federal Register, and the deadline for submitting comments is March 28, 2025. The process involves about 17 space launch applicants, with an estimated burden of 163 hours per response, totaling 2,779 hours annually.