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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is updating its Health Program Evaluation records system to improve clarity and security. The changes include updating how records are used, stored, and protected, and revising contact information for system managers. The VA is also making minor language adjustments to enhance understanding and ensure the system aligns with routine use guidelines. Public comments are invited, and the updated records system will take effect 30 days after its publication unless further changes are deemed necessary.

The Veterans Benefits Administration, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is inviting public comments on the proposed collection of information related to school attendance certification. This collection involves using VA Forms 21-8960 and 21-8960-1 to gather necessary information for determining benefit eligibility for schoolchildren aged 18 to 23. The public has until April 26, 2021, to submit comments. This information is essential for ensuring timely verification of benefits, and the estimated annual burden for this data collection is 1,543 hours, with roughly 9,259 respondents taking about 10 minutes each to complete the form.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking public input to help create a national standard of practice for VA Rehabilitation Counselors. They aim to set consistent guidelines for what these professionals can do, regardless of state laws. To achieve this, VA will gather comments and feedback to develop the national standards. The deadline for submitting comments is February 28, 2025, and these efforts are part of an ongoing push to improve and standardize care across VA healthcare systems.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing the availability of funding for the Specially Adapted Housing Assistive Technology (SAHAT) Grant Program for 2021. This program aims to support the development of new technologies to help veterans and service members with disabilities live independently in adapted homes. Applicants can receive up to $200,000 for projects that focus on innovative assistive technologies, but they must submit their applications through the online portal, www.Grants.gov, by February 22, 2021. The program emphasizes technologies that address unmet needs and prioritize the independence of veterans, especially those that can be implemented quickly and effectively.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has temporarily delayed the effective date of their rule on Prosthetic and Rehabilitative Items and Services originally set for January 27, 2021. The rule will now take effect on February 26, 2021, to allow VA officials additional time to review the regulations, following a directive from the Presidential memorandum issued on January 20, 2021, calling for a regulatory freeze pending review. This action, which includes no public comment period, is based on the good cause exception to provide time for the new administration to evaluate the policy implications of the rule without delaying the delivery of services unnecessarily.

An Executive Order issued on March 27, 2025, allows the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to suspend parts of a previous Executive Order for certain VA subdivisions. This change means employees in those subdivisions, who are represented by specific labor organizations, will now be covered by the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute. The Secretary agrees with the President's view that the VA's primary function is related to national security, making it impractical to fully apply certain employment laws within the VA. The suspension is effective starting from its publication date.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for qualified individuals to join their Advisory Committee on Former Prisoners of War. The committee advises the VA on how to help former prisoners of war better, suggesting improvements in services and benefits. They want a diverse group of up to 12 members, including experts in relevant medical fields and veterans themselves. Nominations are due by February 28, 2025, and should include a nominee's qualifications, willingness to serve, and personal contact information.

The Veterans Benefits Administration from the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking public comments on the proposed collection of information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This is a planned reinstatement of a previously approved collection using Form Letter 21-30 to gather necessary contact information. The form is used when other methods are not available, often for locating individuals such as fiduciaries and beneficiaries required for field examinations. Comments are open until April 26, 2021, and the public is encouraged to provide input on the necessity, accuracy, and impact of this information collection.

The Veterans Benefits Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing to collect information to determine if a schoolchild is still eligible for VA death benefits and to facilitate direct payments once they reach adulthood. They are seeking public comments on this information collection effort as part of their compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995. Comments can be submitted through the provided website, and further inquiries can be directed to Maribel Aponte at the VA. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is reviewing this information collection, which is over a 30-day comment period. This data collection will affect individuals or households, with an estimated annual burden of 3 hours for about 20 respondents.

The Veterans Benefits Administration, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is submitting an information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection involves forms related to the Application for Work-Study Allowance and Work-Study Agreements. The information gathered will help determine eligibility and payment details for veterans participating in work-study programs. Public comments on this collection are invited within 30 days of the notice's publication.