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The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is seeking comments from the public and other federal agencies on its proposed information collection related to the Export Working Capital Guarantee program. This effort is part of EXIM's ongoing work to minimize paperwork and reduce the burden on respondents. Comments should be submitted by February 12, 2025. The information collected will help EXIM determine the eligibility of applications and transactions for this program, which supports the export of U.S. goods and services. The form affects entities involved in export activities, and it takes approximately 2 hours per respondent annually.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on the information collection needed when requesting a copy of exempt or political organization forms, applications, or letters from the IRS. This is part of their effort to reduce paperwork burden as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They estimate that 27,000 respondents will be involved, with each response taking about 58 minutes. Comments are welcomed until March 24, 2025, and should address the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve data collection.

The Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking public comments on its information collection efforts regarding the use of explosive materials and blasting units in specific mines. The focus is on Category III metal and nonmetal mines, which are considered potentially gassy and require safe blasting practices. MSHA wants feedback on the necessity of the information collected, its burden on respondents, and methods to improve data quality and submission efficiency. Public comments will help MSHA reassess and potentially extend the current data collection practices.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) of the Department of Labor is seeking public comments on the proposed reinstatement of the "Current Population Survey (CPS) Disability Supplement." This effort is part of their ongoing initiative to minimize paperwork and assess the impact of information collection on respondents. The CPS Disability Supplement aims to gather updated information on the employment challenges faced by people with disabilities, especially in light of changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. The BLS is particularly interested in feedback regarding the necessity, accuracy, and effectiveness of the proposed data collection.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on information collections related to Form 1099-A, which deals with the acquisition or abandonment of secured property. This initiative is part of the IRS's ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The estimated number of responses has decreased to 466,000, and this change will reduce the total annual burden hours. Comments are welcome on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements in the information collection process.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is inviting the public and other federal agencies to comment on the information collections related to the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS). This initiative aims to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents. Comments are encouraged on various aspects, such as the necessity of the information collection, accuracy of burden estimates, and ways to enhance the process. Written comments should be submitted by March 24, 2025, to ensure consideration.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced a notice and request for public comments regarding the Gaming Industry Tip Rate Compliance Agreement (GITCA). This program is designed to improve compliance with tax regulations related to tip income in the gaming industry. Stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback on various aspects, such as the necessity and efficiency of the information collection, by May 9, 2025. The current review is for extending an already approved collection, with no changes anticipated in the procedures or burden.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, part of the Department of Labor, is seeking public comments on the continuation of the American Time Use Survey (ATUS). This survey collects data on how people in the United States use their time, including work, childcare, and leisure activities. Comments are requested to ensure the data collected remains useful and that the survey minimizes the burden on those who take part. The deadline for submitting comments is May 27, 2025.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking for public comments on certain information collections related to product liability losses and how they are accumulated. This request is part of their ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents. Comments are especially welcome on topics such as the necessity of the information collection, its usefulness, and ways to reduce the burden of collecting it. The deadline for submitting comments is April 19, 2021.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking for public feedback on its information collection methods to help reduce paperwork and respondent burden, as outlined in the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Specifically, the IRS is looking at procedures for combined information reporting by successor business entities after mergers or acquisitions. They are seeking comments on whether the collection is necessary, its accuracy, quality, utility, and ways to reduce burden on respondents. Feedback is welcomed until March 24, 2025, and the current information collection is set to continue without changes.