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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on their plan to gather information from the public, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice provides an opportunity for people to comment on the estimated burden and the necessity of collecting this information for effectively carrying out the agency's responsibilities. One specific collection relates to the QECP Annual Report Workbook, which involves qualified entities submitting annual reports to CMS about Medicare claims data usage. Comments must be submitted by February 8, 2021, and further details are available on CMS’s website or by contacting their office.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting public comments on an information collection effort aimed at reducing paperwork burdens, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection involves evaluating whether the information gathered is necessary and useful for the FCC's functions, and seeks feedback on improving the quality and clarity of information while reducing the burden, especially on small businesses. The initiative relates to the Connect America Fund and involves respondents from businesses who, in exchange for support, must meet specific service obligations to provide broadband in rural areas. The FCC is accepting written comments until February 10, 2025.

The Office of the Secretary in the Department of Health and Human Services has announced a request for public comment on a proposed information collection related to real property use for public health purposes. This collection, approved under control number 0937-0191, is aimed at extending the current process for such purposes and was set to expire on April 30, 2021. The office seeks feedback on the estimated burden, utility, and methods for enhancing the collection's clarity and efficiency. Comments should be sent by April 12, 2021, to Sherrette Funn via email or phone.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments to reduce paperwork burdens as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). They want feedback on whether the information collection is necessary, how accurate the burden estimates are, and ways to make the process easier, especially for small businesses. Written comments need to be submitted by February 10, 2025. The FCC emphasizes that it will only collect information if it has a valid control number from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency comments on its proposed information collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC aims to alleviate paperwork burdens and improve the collection of information, particularly for small businesses. The comments will assess the necessity, utility, and accuracy of the information collected, and suggest ways to optimize this process. The submission deadline for written comments is April 27, 2021, and comments can be emailed to Cathy Williams at the FCC.

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is seeking public comments on its proposal to extend data collection for research and evaluation under an existing clearance. The proposal does not change the types of information collected but anticipates an increase in the number of respondents, raising the overall burden estimate. Comments are invited within 30 days of publication. The data collected will support ACF's research on programs related to welfare, child care, and other areas to assist low-income families.

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) plans to submit a request for information collection concerning the Application for Extended Care Services (VA Form 10-10EC) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This form helps assess if veterans qualify for long-term care services and their co-payment requirements. Comments on this collection can be submitted until May 19, 2025, through the specified website. The VA estimates 2,000 respondents, with each spending approximately 90 minutes annually on the form, totaling an estimated annual burden of 3,000 hours.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are asking for feedback on whether this information collection is necessary for the agency's activities, the accuracy of the estimated burden on participants, and ways to improve or reduce the burden of the collection process. The survey focuses on evaluating changes in economic value from water-based recreation in the Pacific Northwest and involves a mail and phone survey of selected households. Public comments need to be submitted by April 27, 2021, via the regulations.gov portal.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), part of the Department of Transportation, is requesting public comments on its proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This ICR is about Railroad Workplace Safety, which involves collecting data to ensure railroads have proper safety programs for roadway workers. The FRA seeks comments specifically on the necessity and accuracy of these information collection activities and ways to reduce the burden on the public. The estimated paperwork burden has increased due to new recordkeeping requirements, and the FRA invites feedback by May 27, 2025.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is planning to submit an Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget. This is part of their procedure under the Paperwork Reduction Act, which allows for public input on such requests. The focus is on deeming health centers as Public Health Service employees, providing them with Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) coverage. HRSA seeks public comments on the related burden estimates or other aspects, and there are no proposed changes to the application process for 2022 and beyond.