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The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection effort designed to improve its services. Under this plan, USAID aims to gather qualitative feedback from its customers through surveys and forms to understand their experiences and perceptions better. This feedback will help USAID identify strengths and areas for improvement in their service delivery, but it will not be used for influencing major policy decisions. The feedback process is voluntary, low-cost, and will not include sensitive personal information.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a notice requesting public comments on its information collection activities related to several forms and applications, including FERC-519, FERC-520, FERC-546, and FERC-580. These collections involve applications for utility mergers, holding interlocking positions, gas pipeline rate filings, and fuel and energy purchase practices. The purpose of these collections is to ensure compliance with the Federal Power Act and monitor activities within the natural gas and electric utility industries. Comments on these information collection activities are due by February 3, 2025.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking for public feedback on the ongoing collection of information related to sales of business property, as outlined by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This involves the use of Form 4797 to report sales, exchanges, or involuntary conversions of business assets. The IRS seeks comments on various aspects of this information gathering, including its necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve efficiency and reduce respondent burden. Comments should be submitted by March 16, 2021, to ensure consideration.

The Department of Agriculture has asked for public feedback on an information collection related to food security. This request is directed to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as part of compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The Economic Research Service will use the collected data to monitor food security levels within the U.S. population and to support research on food insecurity. The feedback period is open until January 21, 2025, and they are encouraging comments on methods to improve data collection and reduce the burden on respondents.

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) has announced a proposed public information collection and is inviting comments from the public. This initiative is being implemented in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The DHA is focusing on gathering feedback about the necessity, utility, and clarity of the proposed information collection and strategies to minimize the burden on respondents. Public comments will be considered until March 11, 2025, and submissions can be made through various methods including the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail to the Department of Defense.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested an extension from the Office of Management and Budget for the continued collection of information under Regulation G. This regulation requires publicly reporting companies to reconcile non-GAAP financial information with the most comparable GAAP figures. It affects roughly 7,196 public companies, who must comply about six times each year, resulting in a total of 21,588 hours of reporting annually. The public can view and comment on this request by visiting a specified website or sending an email by January 27, 2025.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking comments on the information collected through Form F-6, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Form F-6 is used by foreign companies to register the sale of American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), and it ensures investors have sufficient information about the deposit agreements and foreign companies involved. The SEC invites feedback on whether this information collection is necessary, how accurate the burden estimation is, and ways to improve or reduce the reporting burden. Comments are due within 60 days of publication, and submissions should be directed to David Bottom, the SEC's Chief Information Officer.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), part of the Treasury Department, is seeking public comments on an information collection titled "Covered Savings Associations Notice," in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This notice aims to reduce paperwork and ensure efficiency by renewing procedures that allow certain Federal savings associations to operate with the same rights as national banks. Comments on the proposal should be submitted by April 14, 2025, and will be considered in the final decision process. The OCC is particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, clarity, and burden of the information collection.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is hosting a virtual public meeting on March 6, 2025, to discuss modernizing regulations for pilot schools, with an open call for public comments until March 21, 2025. This initiative seeks to update regulations to improve safety, adapt to new technologies, and provide better training environments for pilots. The FAA encourages feedback and ideas from the public and the flight training industry to help shape new, innovative standards. Additional future public meetings and resources will be announced as needed.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested an extension from the Office of Management and Budget for the continued collection of information under Regulation Blackout Trade Restriction (Regulation BTR). This regulation requires issuers to notify directors, executive officers, and the SEC about blackout periods that restrict trading in the company's securities. The SEC estimates that there are around 6,150 responses filed annually by approximately 1,230 issuers, resulting in a total annual reporting burden of about 2,357 hours. The public is invited to comment on this information request by January 27, 2025, through the designated website or email.