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This final rule, implemented by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), fulfills requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act. It offers rewards to whistleblowers who provide original information regarding motor vehicle defects, noncompliance, or violations that might lead to severe injury or death, if this information aids in successfully resolving enforcement actions. The rule details procedures for submitting information, eligibility for awards, maintaining confidentiality, and factors in award determination. It aims to motivate employees of car manufacturers, part suppliers, and dealerships to report serious safety issues by clarifying protections and ensuring confidentiality.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is asking the public and other federal agencies for input on their information collection activities, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. This request focuses on gathering data related to community resilience and disaster studies, such as responses to wildfires, earthquakes, and hurricanes. Public comments are accepted until June 10, 2025, to help evaluate the utility and burden of the collection process. The goal is to improve safety and resilience against disasters in U.S. communities through voluntary participation in surveys and interviews.