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The Postal Service has filed a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a new domestic shipping services contract to the list of Negotiated Service Agreements in its Competitive Products List. This filing involves a contract for services such as Priority Mail and USPS Ground Advantage®. The application to add this contract aims to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of the Postal Service offerings. Further information and related documents can be accessed via the Postal Regulatory Commission's website.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking public comments on proposed revisions to its Major Facilities Guide (MFG). These revisions aim to enhance project planning, management, and oversight for major facilities by providing guidance on construction schedules, project personnel competencies, and funding plans. The NSF supports various large-scale research facilities, and these updates are designed to improve efficiency and accountability. The public is invited to comment on the necessity and practicality of the information collection, and the deadline for submitting comments is April 5, 2021.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request pertains to trademark registration application forms and aims to evaluate the effectiveness of current procedures. The USPTO is welcoming public comments on the matter, extending the period for additional feedback by 30 days. This process will help ensure that filing trademarks is efficient and that unnecessary burdens on the public are minimized.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public input on the renewal of a procedure related to Form 12b-25, which companies use to notify the SEC and the marketplace if they cannot file a required report on time. This procedure allows for an automatic filing extension. The SEC estimates that there are around 2,849 annual filings of this form, with each taking approximately 2.5 hours to complete, resulting in a total of 7,123 burden hours. The public has until March 11, 2025, to submit their comments about the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of this information collection.

The Department of Education is seeking public comments on revising a currently approved information collection related to the Federal Student Aid's Personal Authentication Service (PAS). This service involves creating an FSA ID, which is a unique username and password that allows individuals to access various FSA systems like FAFSA and StudentLoans.gov. The Department is interested in feedback on whether the collection is necessary, how the burden can be minimized, and how to improve the quality and clarity of the information collected. Comments are open until February 8, 2021, and the agency values public opinion to enhance its processes and reduce any potential inconvenience to respondents.

Nasdaq BX, Inc. has submitted a proposal to the Securities and Exchange Commission to update Rule 4759, which governs the data feeds the exchange uses for handling and executing orders. The proposed amendment aims to add a direct data feed from MIAX PEARL, LLC and MEMX LLC as the primary sources, while CQS/UQDF will become the secondary source, to ensure data is available even if the primary source fails. This change is intended to improve transparency and efficiency without affecting competition, and comments on the rule can be submitted to the SEC until March 15, 2021.

The Department of Agriculture is preparing to submit an information collection requirement to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking public comments by April 3, 2025, on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection. The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) plans a change in their Agricultural Prices data collection, aiming to enhance efficiency by integrating data from a discontinued survey into another ongoing survey. The information collected helps compute prices received by farmers for various crops and plays a significant role in several government and economic analyses, including disaster payments and projections of farm income.

The General Services Administration (GSA) is proposing a new form, GSA Form 5015, to streamline the process of applying for student loan repayment benefits for federal employees. This form aims to simplify the collection of necessary information and reduce administrative burden, as the current method is cumbersome and time-consuming. The agency is seeking public feedback on this proposal to ensure it effectively saves time and enhances clarity. Public comments are requested to determine if this new form will be beneficial, and they have until March 10, 2025, to submit feedback.

In Executive Order 14240, President of the United States directs changes to Federal procurement practices to save money and reduce waste. The order consolidates procurement of common goods and services under the General Services Administration (GSA), allowing other agencies to focus more on their core missions. The plan involves agency heads working with the GSA and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to streamline how goods and services are purchased across the government. The goal is to make federal procurement more efficient and cost-effective for taxpayers.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the release of a draft guidance document for the industry titled "Combined FDA and Sponsor Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee (ODAC) Briefing Document." This draft proposes a new format for presenting information at oncology-related advisory committee meetings. Traditionally, both the Sponsor and the FDA prepare separate documents, but this guidance suggests combining them into a single document to improve efficiency and clarity. Interested parties are invited to submit comments on this draft by February 28, 2025, to help shape the final version of the guidance.