The Department of Commerce, alongside the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection activity. This involves a new registration form for workshops focused on the safe handling, release, and identification of protected species in the Hawaii and American Samoa longline fisheries. Participation in these workshops is essential for vessel operators to comply with regulations and maintain their fishing permits. The public has 60 days to comment on the necessity and impact of this information collection process before it is formally submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval.

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (FCSIC) will hold its regular Board of Directors meeting on April 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. People can attend in person at the McLean, Virginia office or virtually by registering in advance through the FCSIC website. Parts of the meeting are open to the public and include discussions on quarterly financial and performance reports, while other parts will be closed, focusing on insurance risk and audit results. Ashley Waldron, Secretary to the Board, provides further contact information for any questions.

The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on a proposed data collection related to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA). This proposal involves research exceptions for genetic testing within group health plans and insurance, ensuring that participation is voluntary and does not affect eligibility or benefits. The public can submit comments until April 30, 2025, via the specified website. The aim is to gather feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of this data collection process.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking comments on a proposed information collection to support the evaluation planning of the Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development (GRANTED) program. This initiative aims to enhance research support services and infrastructure at U.S. institutions of higher education. The NSF plans to conduct structured interviews and focus groups with research administrators to gather data on improving research capacity and support. Comments must be submitted by May 30, 2025.

The Postal Regulatory Commission is informing the public about a recent filing by the Postal Service for a negotiated service agreement. This notice allows the public to comment on the filing until April 2, 2025. The filing involves requests to add several contracts to the competitive product list. Those interested can submit comments online, and a public representative has been appointed for the proceedings.