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The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is requesting public comments on extending current data collection activities for the Chafee Foster Care Program, which helps young adults transition to adulthood. This involves interviews, focus groups, and data collection to evaluate the program's effectiveness. The ACF is asking for feedback on the necessity, utility, and efficiency of the proposed data collection methods and encourages suggestions to minimize the burden on respondents. Comments should be submitted within 60 days of publication to ensure they are considered in evaluating the program's readiness for further assessment.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing that it has submitted a proposed information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection aims to support FDA's communication efforts regarding drug products by understanding public attitudes and beliefs through interviews and surveys. The FDA plans to conduct approximately 45 communication studies annually to develop effective communication messages related to drug products. No public comments were received on the proposed collection during a previous notice period.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request for collecting information under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to the Office of Management and Budget. This request, an extension approved until February 28, 2025, seeks feedback on chemical risk evaluation and management. The EPA plans to gather information from various stakeholders, including chemical manufacturers and users, through interviews and focus groups to support its risk management activities. Public comments on the collection request are open until February 18, 2025.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is seeking approval for its evaluation of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Expansion (CCBHC-E) Grant Program, which started in FY 2022. This program supports both new and existing clinics to improve behavioral health care access, coordination, and quality. SAMHSA plans to use various data collection methods, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups with grantees, clinic staff, clients, and related organizations, to assess the program’s impact and implementation. Inputs from these activities will help SAMHSA understand the program's effectiveness and opportunities for improvement.