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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 U.S. Census Bureau plans to conduct various tests on the American Community Survey (ACS) to improve its data collection methods. They will explore different strategies to increase response rates, such as adjusting the timing of mailing surveys and updating the design of online response options. These tests are also aimed at reducing costs and improving the quality of data collected. Public comments on the proposals are welcomed for 30 days following the publication date of this notice.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is inviting public comments on a new proposed information collection aimed at improving customer services. As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the notice allows for 60 days of public input on the proposed data gathering effort. The information collection seeks to enhance the customer experience with government services, similar to private-sector standards, using a variety of methods such as surveys and interviews. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on the necessity of this data collection, its estimated burden, and suggestions for improving its effectiveness and minimizing its impact on respondents.

The Census Bureau under the Department of Commerce has issued a notice inviting public comments for 60 days on a new information collection process called the Decennial Census Temporary, Intermittent Applicant Information Collection. This will gather data from job applicants for temporary positions related to the upcoming census. Applicants will fill out electronic forms that collect details like personal data, employment status, and job-related qualifications. The aim is to streamline the hiring process for census jobs and improve future recruitment efforts. Public comments will help the Bureau refine its information collection methods to minimize the public's reporting burden.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval to collect information under the CDC Diabetes Prevention Recognition Program (DPRP). This follows a previous notice seeking public comments, to which CDC responded with significant feedback. The proposed changes include updates to data collection methods and requirements, such as collecting optional Hemoglobin A1C levels and combining weight and physical activity metrics. The goal is to improve the program's effectiveness while reducing administrative burdens. The CDC is seeking approval for the next three years and emphasizes that participation is voluntary and data is collected in a non-identified way.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking approval for an information collection request regarding the National Compensation Survey from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The survey gathers data on earnings and benefits from private firms and government, which is used to produce important economic indicators like the Employment Cost Index. The DOL invites public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the data collection, which is crucial for evaluating employee compensation trends. Responses to this request are due by March 31, 2021.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is proposing updates to their application plan for the Mental Health and Substance Use Block Grants for fiscal years 2026-2027. These changes aim to improve clarity, update terminology, and better integrate behavioral health with overall health care. SAMHSA is inviting public comments on whether these information collections are helpful and necessary, and how they might reduce the burden on respondents. The estimated time commitment for these processes is projected to remain the same.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is updating data collection methods for the Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) and related datasets, which track substance use and mental health treatment services. Revisions include mapping state data systems through crosswalks, updating terminology to reduce stigma, and adding fields like sexual orientation and gender identity. The changes aim to make data more inclusive and align with national guidelines and reporting requirements. Public comments on these proposed changes are invited for a 30-day period.

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has announced its intent to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget for a new data collection project focused on Long COVID. This project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the AHRQ's Long COVID Care Network, which has been set up to improve healthcare access and services for Long COVID patients, particularly those from underserved communities. The project will include interviews and surveys with healthcare providers and aims to gather insights into how well the care strategies are working and their reach. Public comments on this proposal are invited until February 18, 2025.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review an information collection project titled “Menthol-Flavored Tobacco Product Policy Evaluation.” This evaluation aims to study the impact of local policies that restrict the sale of menthol tobacco products on tobacco use and behavior, especially among diverse groups like LGBTQ+ individuals and racial minorities. The CDC seeks public comments on the necessity and impact of this information collection, emphasizing minimizing respondent burden through technological means. The project will gather data for three years and has no costs to respondents other than their participation time.