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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to change the fees it charges to licensees for the fiscal year 2021 in order to comply with the Nuclear Energy Innovation and Modernization Act (NEIMA). These changes will include amending various fees such as licensing, inspection, and annual fees to help the NRC recover nearly 100% of its annual budget. Additionally, the NRC plans to introduce improvements to the invoicing process and establish a new procedure for disputing errors in service fee invoices. The public is invited to comment on the proposal by March 24, 2021.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing a new rule to oversee certificate revocation decisions within the STIR/SHAKEN governance system, which aims to combat illegal robocalls by authenticating caller IDs. The FCC wants to ensure that if a voice service provider's certificate is revoked, making them noncompliant with regulations, they have a fair chance to appeal the decision. The proposal seeks public comments and outlines procedures for appeals, emphasizing the importance of maintaining secure and trustworthy communications systems while considering the burden on small businesses.

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is proposing a new rule that would require all alcohol beverage labels to include a standardized "Alcohol Facts" statement. This label would disclose the per-serving alcohol content, calories, and nutritional information for wines, distilled spirits, and malt beverages. The proposal aims to help consumers make more informed decisions by providing them with vital product information on the label. TTB plans to allow five years for compliance, giving producers time to adjust their labels accordingly.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public input on proposed updates to its rules for broadcast radio and TV stations. These updates aim to align current application processing requirements, remove outdated references to older filing systems, and make rules clearer to reduce confusion. Key proposals include changing rules about electronic filing, updating guidelines for certain stations to increase power, and introducing new notification requirements for applicants. The changes are intended to make the process more efficient and accessible to station operators, especially small business owners.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA have released a Small Entity Compliance Guide summarizing a new rule from the Federal Acquisition Circular 2021-04. This rule amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation to increase the domestic content requirements and price evaluation preferences for American-made goods under the Buy American statute. The changes aim to boost economic and national security by reducing foreign content in U.S. manufactured products. Even though the rules increase the requirements, they are not expected to significantly impact a large number of small businesses.

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is proposing a rule that would require alcohol beverage labels to disclose the presence of major food allergens such as milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, soybeans, and sesame. This initiative aims to give consumers who are allergic to these foods essential information to make informed choices about alcohol consumption. The proposal is part of a broader push to standardize labeling with other food products, and TTB is considering an extended compliance period to reduce the impact on the industry, particularly small businesses. Comments on the proposal are being sought until April 17, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on its proposal to revise the rules for hearing aid compatibility of wireless handsets. This is part of the Commission's effort to reduce paperwork and regulatory burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The updates include requiring all handset models to be compatible with hearing aids, adding Bluetooth compatibility requirements, and simplifying labeling and certification processes. These changes aim to ensure that people with hearing loss can access a broader range of handset models, while also reducing costs for manufacturers and service providers.

The Postal Regulatory Commission is informing the public about a recent filing from the Postal Service regarding rate and classification changes for specific business postal products. The changes will allow business customers to use APIs to access Business Rate Card (BRC) prices, enabling integration of USPS services into their software. These changes are intended to enhance competitiveness and ensure all product costs are covered, with comments from the public invited until March 21, 2025. The changes could be implemented as early as April 1, 2025, following review.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency comments on its proposed information collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC aims to alleviate paperwork burdens and improve the collection of information, particularly for small businesses. The comments will assess the necessity, utility, and accuracy of the information collected, and suggest ways to optimize this process. The submission deadline for written comments is April 27, 2021, and comments can be emailed to Cathy Williams at the FCC.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and federal agency comments on its current information collection practices, as part of efforts to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC is reviewing various aspects, including the necessity, accuracy, and ways to enhance the quality and minimize the burden of these collections, especially for small businesses. The information collections under review involve rules and requirements for Signal Boosters, including labeling and registration processes to ensure compliance and protect network safety. Written comments are due by April 12, 2021, and further inquiries can be directed to Cathy Williams at the FCC.