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60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Builder's Certification of Plans, Specifications, and Site
HUD is asking for feedback on a new information collection related to Builder's Certification of Plans, Specifications, and Site. This request is part of a process to get approval from the Office of Management and Budget. Interested parties have 60 days to share their comments on this proposal.
Potential Designation of Certified Financial Planner Certification as Qualifying Natural Persons for Accredited Investor Status
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is thinking about allowing individuals with a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification to qualify as accredited investors. This change would mean that people who are CFPs in good standing could meet the requirements to invest in certain private inv...
Forms and Procedures for Review of State Certifications by the Stablecoin Certification Review Committee
The Department of the Treasury has introduced new rules for the Stablecoin Certification Review Committee. These rules will help the Committee review and decide on certifications from State regulators for stablecoins, as required by the GENIUS Act. This is a temporary measure to ensure that the proc...
Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request on Certifications for Exceptions to the 10% Additional Tax
The IRS is asking for feedback on a request for collecting information related to certifications that allow exceptions to the 10% additional tax. This affects tax professionals and insurance agents who deal with clients facing this tax. Agents should consider providing their comments to help shape t...