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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 Bureau of Labor Statistics, part of the Department of Labor, is seeking public comments on proposed changes to the Consumer Expenditure Surveys, as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed changes include updating interview questions and testing a new self-administered online diary. This online diary, accessible on the internet, will help gather data on consumer spending habits while minimizing the burden on respondents. Comments from the public will help assess the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of this data collection, contributing to the ongoing improvement of the Consumer Expenditure Surveys.

The Department of Labor is seeking public comments as they submit a request for approval to the Office of Management and Budget concerning the Occupational Requirements Survey. This survey, conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, aims to collect data until 2031 and publish findings in 2032, after being revised to drop certain data elements related to job work levels. Interested individuals can comment on the necessity and quality of this information collection, alongside its estimated burden and cost, before January 27, 2025. Feedback can be submitted through the website reginfo.gov, as outlined in the notice.

The Department of Labor is seeking public feedback on an information collection request about the Consumer Price Index Housing Survey. This request, backed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, is being submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for approval. The survey helps gather essential data to calculate the Consumer Price Index, which measures inflation and is used to adjust dollar values. Individuals and households are primarily involved in this survey, and comments can be submitted until April 7, 2025.

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 Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) of the Department of Labor is seeking public comments on the proposed extension of the "Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses." This survey helps measure work injuries and illnesses in various industries and contributes to improving workplace safety and health standards. The BLS has introduced changes like a new data series for cases involving job restrictions and updated classification systems starting in 2023. They are testing additional contact methods to improve the survey's response rates, which have declined recently. Interested parties can submit comments until June 17, 2025.

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a notice about the updated dollar limits for retail stores selling meat and poultry products to hotels, restaurants, and similar institutions without requiring federal inspection. For 2025, the limits have been raised to $103,600 for meat and meat products and $74,800 for poultry products. These adjustments are based on changes in consumer prices reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The limits ensure that such retail operations remain exempt from federal inspection while selling to non-household consumers.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection, sponsored by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, related to contingent work and alternative employment arrangements like independent contracting. The public has until April 10, 2025, to submit their feedback. This information collection helps the department understand contingent jobs and those involving digital labor platforms. The request is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, which requires the Office of Management and Budget's approval for information collections.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics is requesting comments on a proposed revision of the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth 1997 (NLSY97) as part of its efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden. This survey, which began in 1997, tracks individuals born between 1980 and 1984 to study their transitions from school to work and family life. The BLS plans to conduct round 20 of the survey, which will mostly be done by phone and aims to collect updated information while minimizing the participants' effort. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on the necessity, utility, and burden of this information collection by March 29, 2021.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is seeking nominations for new members to join its Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). Six member positions will become vacant by April 2025, and other potential vacancies could arise by that date. The TAC provides expertise in areas such as economics, statistics, data science, and survey design, helping BLS with technical data issues. Interested individuals or organizations can nominate candidates by January 13, 2025, and nominees must not be registered lobbyists.