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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a proposal to extend an existing information collection effort related to COVID-19 contact tracing, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. This initiative involves gathering information to aid contact tracing within the DHS workforce, which aims to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by identifying those who may have been exposed to the virus at work. The collected data will only be used internally to notify potentially exposed individuals while maintaining privacy. Comments on this proposed extension are welcomed until March 16, 2021.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is requesting an extension of the paperwork required for Rule 15Ga-2 and Form ABS-15G. These forms are used to gather information about asset-backed securities, particularly about repurchase requests. Form ABS-15G is essential for implementing disclosure requirements mandated by the Dodd-Frank Act. Public comments on this request can be submitted from December 12, 2024, to January 13, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request for extending the information collection requirement related to Clay Ceramics Manufacturing under the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP). This request is pending review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and is part of the compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. Public comments are invited until March 31, 2025. The proposed extension seeks to address the collection information needs for manufacturing facilities producing pressed floor tile, wall tile, or sanitaryware.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested an extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to continue the use of Form N-54C under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This form allows business development companies to officially notify their withdrawal from being subject to specific regulations. The SEC estimates that around eight companies file this form annually, taking about one hour per submission. The total estimated cost for these filings, including outside professional fees, is about $3,504 annually. The public can view and comment on this information collection online.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking an extension for an information collection request related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for marine tank vessel loading operations. These standards apply to facilities loading vessels with petroleum or gasoline that exceed specific hazardous air pollutant emissions thresholds. The public has an additional 30 days to comment on this proposed extension, which requires affected entities to respond initially, semiannually, and annually. There are no changes to the estimated burdens or costs as compared to previous assessments since regulations and industry growth have remained stable.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget for the 2022-2024 Native Hawaiian Library Services Grant Program. This program aims to support libraries serving Native Hawaiians by providing funding for services like expanding learning resources, improving library linkages, offering workforce training, and targeting underserved communities. Public comments on this proposal are invited to ensure that the data collection minimizes burdens and enhances the quality and usefulness of information. The targeted nonprofit organizations may submit comments by February 15, 2021, as detailed in the notice.

The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on an information collection proposal under the Occupational Safety and Health Act Variance Regulations. This proposal, which has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for approval, involves collecting data on how businesses comply with OSHA's standards using variances. The public is encouraged to provide comments on the necessity, accuracy, and potential ways to improve or reduce the burden of this information collection by February 18, 2025. This request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act, and its approval is necessary for the collection to proceed.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a chance for the public to comment on its plan to collect information, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The notice highlights three key areas of information collection: an extension for the In-Center Hemodialysis CAHPS Survey, requirements for Grandfathered Health Plans under the Affordable Care Act, and accommodations for preventive services. Each information collection request has different purposes, affected groups, and estimated annual responses and hours. Public comments are invited on any aspect of these collections, including their necessity and utility for CMS's functions.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of the Department of Homeland Security announced a 30-day period for public comments on changes to the information collection related to the H-2 program. These changes are in line with the proposed rule titled "Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections." The notice emphasizes the need for public input, particularly regarding the burden of information collection on businesses and how it may affect H-2 worker compliance. The agency also provided details on how to submit feedback and encouraged stakeholders to consider privacy when providing information.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request for review and approval of an information collection request related to municipal solid waste landfills to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This request is an extension for rules compliance and involves submitting notifications, conducting performance tests, and keeping records, affecting about 190 landfill operators. The EPA is seeking additional public comment for 30 days, and the estimated annual burden of this requirement is 176,000 hours, costing approximately $12.5 million. The number of respondents and overall burden has increased due to new landfills becoming subject to stricter standards.