FERC Accepts Hawks Nest Hydro Non-Capacity License Amendment

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has accepted a non-capacity license amendment application from Hawks Nest Hydro, LLC for its hydroelectric project in Fayette County, West Virginia. The amendment proposes converting energy generation and transmission from 25 Hz to 60 Hz to allow direct sale to the regional electric grid.

FERC Jurisdictional Inquiry Notice for Potter Brook Hydroelectric Project

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received a request from the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation to determine jurisdiction over the Potter Brook Hydroelectric Project. FERC is investigating the project's status and is soliciting comments from the public.

SEC Registration Statement Form F-4 Information Collection Request

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget to extend the approval for the information collection requirements associated with Form F-4. This form is used by foreign issuers to register securities in business combinations, reorganizations, and exchange offers.

SEC Seeks Comments on Exempt Preliminary Roll-Up Communication Collection

The SEC has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget for an extension of a previously approved collection of information regarding exempt preliminary roll-up communications. This notice seeks public comment on the information collection request, which is associated with Rule 14a-6(n).

Nasdaq GEMX Proposes Rule Change for Co-location Services

Nasdaq GEMX has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to expand its co-location services by introducing new cabinet offerings and power options in its future expansion area (NY11-5). The proposal aims to provide customers with the same cabinet and power services currently available in other data center areas.

NYSE Arca Rule Change for Equities Fees and Charges

NYSE Arca has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to introduce the NYSE Arca Equity Membership On-Ramp Program. This program offers discounted fees for new Equity Permit Holders (ETPs) for up to 18 months, aiming to encourage smaller, retail-oriented market participants to join the exchange. The SEC is soliciting public comments on this proposal.

SEC Proposes Extension for Form F-10 Collection of Information

The SEC has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget for the extension of the information collection for Form F-10, used by certain Canadian foreign private issuers for securities offerings. The notice details the estimated burden hours and costs associated with the form.

SEC Seeks Comments on Schedule 14D-1F Tender Offer Statement

The SEC has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget for an extension of the approval for Schedule 14D-1F. This form facilitates cross-border tender offers for Canadian issuers where U.S. holders own less than 40% of the target's securities. The notice seeks public comment on the information collection request.

SEC Grants Conditional Exemptive Relief for Multi-Class ETFs

The SEC has granted conditional exemptive relief for multi-class ETFs, allowing them to offer both ETF shares and mutual fund shares within the same fund. This relief is based on previously granted orders and aims to address specific Exchange Act provisions for transactions involving ETF shares.

Nasdaq Texas Co-location Services Rule Change Proposal

Nasdaq Texas has proposed a rule change to expand its co-location services by introducing new cabinet offerings and power options in its future expansion area (NY11-5). The proposal aims to align the services available in the new area with those in existing expansion areas.