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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments to reduce paperwork burdens as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). They want feedback on whether the information collection is necessary, how accurate the burden estimates are, and ways to make the process easier, especially for small businesses. Written comments need to be submitted by February 10, 2025. The FCC emphasizes that it will only collect information if it has a valid control number from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), part of the Department of Transportation, is requesting public comments on its proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This ICR is about Railroad Workplace Safety, which involves collecting data to ensure railroads have proper safety programs for roadway workers. The FRA seeks comments specifically on the necessity and accuracy of these information collection activities and ways to reduce the burden on the public. The estimated paperwork burden has increased due to new recordkeeping requirements, and the FRA invites feedback by May 27, 2025.

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) is seeking comments on a proposed renewal of an information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection focuses on procedures for reclaiming private lands affected by mining, as authorized by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977. The agency is particularly interested in feedback regarding the necessity, timeliness, and burden estimate of the information collection. Public comments will be accepted until February 4, 2025, and can be submitted via mail or email, referencing OMB Control Number 1029-0057.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is requesting an extension for collecting certain information using Form 1-K, as required under the Paperwork Reduction Act. Form 1-K is mandatory for Tier 2 issuers who conduct offerings under Regulation A and need to file annual reports. There are about 353 issuers that file this form each year, and preparing it requires around 600 hours. The public can submit comments on this information request from December 12, 2024, to January 13, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments as part of its effort to reduce paperwork burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). The FCC is specifically asking for feedback on whether the proposed information collection is necessary and useful, whether its burden estimation is accurate, and how to improve the collection process, especially for small businesses. The notice outlines the revised rules for licensing and spectrum usage by commercial and space earth stations and provides a detailed burden estimate, including time and cost burdens. Public comments are due by May 5, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on the continuation of an information collection for the Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) Program. This program provides assistance to state, tribal, and local governments for managing fires that pose a major disaster threat. The information helps FEMA determine grant eligibility and manage the grants effectively. Public comments are invited to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the data collection. Comments can be submitted online until April 26, 2021.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comments on its proposed collection of information for the Pool Safely Grant Program (PSGP) application. This program is designed to provide funding to state, local, and tribal governments to help prevent drowning and drain entrapment in swimming pools and spas. The grants, ranging from $50,000 to $400,000, aim to support education, training, and enforcement of pool safety requirements. The CPSC provided details about the application process, estimated burden, and cost, and invites feedback on the necessity, utility, and ways to minimize the burden of the proposed information collection.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a notice seeking public comment on a proposed information collection related to the Older Adult Home Modification Grant Program. This program provides grants for home modifications to help low-income elderly homeowners stay in their homes. HUD is evaluating how these grants are implemented and their impact on recipients. The public can submit comments on whether the information collection is necessary, its burden estimate, and suggestions to enhance its quality or minimize the burden on respondents.

The Department of Justice, through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), has announced a 60-day period for public comment on changes to an existing information collection. This collection aims to revise the estimated public burden and cost associated with respondents, including the value of time, shifting from $0 to $535, and requiring only 2 total hours from 7 respondents. The public, including government and private sector stakeholders, is encouraged to provide feedback to enhance the quality and efficiency of this collection process. These updates are part of ATF's broader effort to refine its strategic goals and adapt to external factors, as mandated by the Government Performance and Results Modernization Act of 2010.

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.