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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published a supplemental notice requesting public comments on proposed changes to a rule that prohibits impersonating government and business entities. This notice included the option for interested parties to voice their opinions at an informal hearing, which focuses on whether to broaden the rule to also ban the impersonation of individuals. Nine organizations have been given the opportunity to present their statements at the upcoming hearing on January 17, 2025. The FTC has chosen not to move forward with a proposal that would hold parties accountable if their goods or services are used in impersonation schemes.

The Postal Service has announced that it filed a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a new domestic shipping services contract to the list of Negotiated Service Agreements in the Competitive Products List. This action is part of the Mail Classification Schedule and involves Priority Mail and USPS Ground Advantage services. The request was filed on December 30, 2024, and further details are available on the Postal Regulatory Commission's website. Sean Robinson, an attorney with the Corporate and Postal Business Law, is a point of contact for additional information.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has received requests from companies to voluntarily cancel some of their pesticide product registrations. The EPA plans to grant these cancellations unless it receives significant public comments or if the companies withdraw their requests. Commenting is open until June 16, 2025. If approved, the sale and use of these pesticides will continue under specific conditions until stocks run out, with the EPA providing regulated time frames for selling and using remaining products.

The United States International Trade Commission decided that if they remove tariffs on non-malleable cast iron pipe fittings from China, it could harm the U.S. industry. This conclusion is based on a five-year review and was finalized on January 3, 2025. The review process started in June 2024 and was expedited in September 2024. Two commissioners did not participate in this decision.

Cboe Exchange, Inc. has submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on February 13, 2025. This change aims to amend its fee schedule by introducing fees for Cboe Timestamping Service reports. The proposal has been designated for immediate effectiveness and the SEC is inviting the public to comment on whether this change aligns with the applicable laws. Comments can be submitted electronically or by mail, and all feedback will be publicly posted on the SEC’s website until March 18, 2025.

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has proposed a rule change to adjust its fees based on inflation. The fees have been unchanged for a long time and will now be adjusted through a one-time increase spread over three years: 45% in 2025, 30% in 2026, and 25% in 2027. The adjustments aim to restore fees to their intended real value and support continued investment in technology. These proposed changes apply to various Nasdaq products and are intended to ensure fair value and support the quality of Nasdaq's services.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved a Noise Compatibility Program (NCP) Update for the Naples Municipal Airport, submitted by the Naples Airport Authority. This approval includes nine measures such as land use changes and program management steps to address noise concerns around the airport. However, the FAA has delayed action on a recommended noise abatement procedure for revised flight operations, pending further review. The FAA's decision follows regulations ensuring the program's measures align with safety and legal standards while minimizing noise impact on nearby communities.

Cboe EDGA Exchange, Inc. is proposing a change to its Rule 2.8, which involves the voluntary termination of rights by its members. This proposal, effective immediately, requires members who wish to give up their membership to notify the Exchange by a deadline specified by the Exchange and in a manner that the Exchange prescribes. The Securities and Exchange Commission is inviting public comments on this proposed rule change, and feedback should be submitted by March 31, 2025. The proposal, along with supporting details, can be reviewed on both the Exchange's and Commission's websites.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has decided to revoke Joely Keen's DEA registration because she is no longer authorized to handle controlled substances in Texas. Her licenses to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) and registered nurse in Texas have been revoked, and she lacks a necessary prescriptive authority agreement with a supervising physician. Without these, she cannot legally prescribe or dispense controlled substances, resulting in the loss of her DEA registration. The order becomes effective on April 28, 2025.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) finalized a rule to modify the Vaccine Injury Table, which relates to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). This new rule removes Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) and vasovagal syncope from the list of injuries eligible for compensation under the VICP. Some members of the public opposed the change, expressing concerns about safety and potential impacts on liability for vaccine administrators. However, HHS argued that these injuries are often due to improper administration techniques rather than the content of the vaccines themselves, and stated that this change aims to ensure that funds are directed to injuries directly caused by vaccines.