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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending its information collection regarding security programs for foreign air carriers entering the United States. This mandatory information collection aims to ensure these carriers meet safety standards comparable to those of U.S. operators by monitoring their compliance with specific security procedures. The TSA is seeking public comments by January 6, 2025, about the necessity and impact of this data collection. The estimated annual burden for foreign air carriers is 241,485 hours, involving around 180 respondents.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued a final rule to adjust civil penalty amounts for inflation, fulfilling the requirements under the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act. These adjustments ensure that penalties continue to serve as a deterrent and encourage compliance with the law. The new penalty amounts will take effect on January 15, 2025, and apply to violations occurring after November 2, 2015. This rulemaking process does not require public notice or comment due to its technical nature and statutory obligations.

The Department of the Treasury is planning to submit information collection requests to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This action is part of a routine process governed by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The public is encouraged to send their comments on these requests by February 25, 2021. The requests relate to importers' records and reports, particularly focused on ensuring the correct permits and taxes for importing alcohol and tobacco products, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend an existing requirement for record-keeping under Rule 303 of Regulation ATS, which governs alternative trading systems (ATSs). Regulation ATS requires ATSs that register as broker-dealers to maintain certain records to ensure regulatory compliance. These records help regulatory bodies monitor ATSs and promote fair and orderly markets. The SEC estimates that ATSs will spend an average of 1,607 hours annually maintaining these records. The public can comment on this request by emailing or visiting a provided website by March 3, 2025.

Portland & Western Railroad, Inc. (PNWR) has filed a notice to abandon a section of railroad track in Tigard, Oregon, covering about 4,111 feet, as there has been no train traffic on it since 2007. The exemption will take effect in January 2025, provided no objections or offers of financial assistance are received. PNWR has ensured that all environmental, historic, and procedural requirements for the abandonment process have been met. If there are any issues with the notice’s accuracy, the exemption could be invalidated, and any affected employees are entitled to protections.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking public comments on the FERC-517 information collection related to the safety of waterpower projects, with comments due by April 25, 2025. This information helps assess the safety of water projects, ensuring they're maintained well and safe for the public. The document outlines the reporting requirements, such as prompt incident reports and inspections by independent consultants. It also describes the Owner's Dam Safety Program, which mandates regular audits and includes key elements like dam safety policy and training.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on the information collection required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The comments should address whether this information collection is necessary, its practical utility, the accuracy of the burden estimates, ways to improve its quality and clarity, and how to reduce the burden on small businesses. The deadline for submitting comments is May 19, 2025. This effort is part of the FCC's ongoing review to minimize paperwork burdens.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced recent filings for complaints, compliance, and electric rate matters in the EL and ER dockets. Some key filings include complaints by BP Energy Retail Company against the California Independent System Operator and various tariff amendments and rate filings by companies like AEP Oklahoma Transmission and Entergy Arkansas. These documents also detail the procedural requirements for intervention, protests, and comments by the public. The Commission has encouraged the use of eFiling for these processes and offers support through its Office of Public Participation for those needing assistance.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended the deadline for smaller broker-dealers to file their annual reports by 30 days, due to challenges these firms face in securing audit services within the crowded audit season following the fiscal year end. According to FINRA, this extra time will help alleviate the pressure on smaller broker-dealers, who often rely on manual processes and face limited availability of independent auditors. The extension is available to broker-dealers who meet specific conditions, such as having less than $50 million in capital and liabilities, being in compliance with certain rules, and using electronic filing to submit reports. This move aims to ensure quality in financial reporting without compromising investor protections.

The document is a notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission listing several filings related to natural gas pipeline rates and refund reports. Various companies have submitted filings regarding rate approvals, compliance with different standards like NAESB and Order No. 587-AA, and other related procedural matters. The notice provides details about each filing, including the docket number, applicant, description, filed date, accession number, and deadlines for comments or protests. The notice offers guidance for those wishing to participate in these proceedings, emphasizing the importance of timely filing interventions to become a party to the proceedings.