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The General Services Administration (GSA) announced a request for public comments on extending an information collection process under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The aim is to gather qualitative feedback on service delivery, which provides insights on customer perceptions without statistical analysis. The feedback will help improve customer service but is not intended for generating broad statistical conclusions. Comments on this proposal can be submitted online by June 9, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued an interim final rule to simplify and clarify the regulations related to affirmatively furthering fair housing (AFFH). This rule returns to the older, pre-1994 understanding that requires grantees to make active efforts to promote fair housing but removes detailed planning mandates that were previously enforced. The simplified rule aims to reduce regulatory burdens, allowing local communities more flexibility to address their specific housing needs. Public comments on this rule are invited within 60 days from the effective date.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is asking for public comments on a proposed extension of its information collection aimed at helping small businesses. The SEC’s Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation plans to gather feedback to improve its communication and outreach efforts. They will collect data on demographics, the effectiveness of outreach materials, and the issues faced by small businesses. The public can submit written comments on the necessity and burden of this information collection until April 7, 2025.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has decided to withdraw a proposed rule that aimed to update energy conservation standards for battery chargers. Originally published on March 15, 2023, the proposal suggested changes like maximum energy usage limits but was met with mixed feedback. Some supported the energy savings and environmental benefits, while others raised concerns about impacts on manufacturers and the basis for the standards. Due to the volume of feedback, the change in administration, and the resources required, DOE chose not to move forward with this rule for now but may revisit it in the future with updated data and opinions.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has submitted a request to renew an information collection titled "Voluntary Reporting of Planned New Reactor Applications" to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This collection aims to help the NRC plan and prepare for potential new reactor applications by estimating resource needs and improving communication with applicants. They are inviting public comments on this request until January 27, 2025. The data collected will be used to better allocate resources for construction, licensing, and other regulatory activities related to new reactor projects.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to gather information for the Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grant Program, which helps fund community-driven projects addressing environmental and health issues. This is a new information collection request and the EPA is seeking public comments for another 30 days. The grant program, supported by the Inflation Reduction Act, aims to direct resources to communities heavily affected by pollution and climate change. Participating groups must provide performance reports to guarantee responsible management of the allocated funds.

The Department of Defense, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, is inviting public comments on a new information collection plan. This initiative, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, seeks feedback on the necessity and effectiveness of collecting data for the Armed Forces Workplace and Equal Opportunity Survey. The survey is designed to gather insights related to racial and ethnic issues, including harassment and discrimination, within the military. The collected data will aid in evaluating and improving military personnel policies and practices regarding racial and ethnic relations.