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The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Los Padres National Forest plans to return human remains found on federal land to the appropriate descendants or tribal organizations, as guided by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). These remains, discovered in Monterey County, California, belong to a Native American individual, specifically prioritized for return to the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Mission Indians. If no claims are made by March 18, 2026, the remains will be considered unclaimed. Claims can be made by eligible descendants or tribes showing proof of priority.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted information collection requirements for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act. Public comments are requested by February 26, 2025, on the necessity and utility of these collections, the accuracy of the burden estimates, and ways to reduce respondent burden. Two specific information collections are highlighted: one relates to patent license applications managed by the Agricultural Research Service, and the other involves document delivery services by the National Agricultural Library. The information collected is used to evaluate patent licensing capabilities and fulfill document requests, ensuring compliance with copyright laws.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of an information collection requirement under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves using RUS Form 87, which collects data on the officers and officials of borrowing entities in the Rural Utilities Service's Electric and Telecommunications Programs. The information ensures that communications are correctly targeted and that proper officials are responsible for documents, helping to safeguard the government's interests in loan eligibility and administration. Public comments on this proposal are open until January 21, 2025.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as per the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request focuses on collecting data related to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) testing, surveillance, and reporting in livestock, including dairy cattle. The collection aims to assist with controlling the spread of HPAI, which is highly contagious and deadly to domestic poultry and has been detected in dairy cattle. Interested parties have until January 15, 2025 to submit comments on the necessity and utility of the information collection, its accuracy, and ways to reduce the burden on respondents.

The Department of Agriculture is seeking public comments on an information collection requirement related to rules and reporting for the livestock and poultry industries, as mandated by the Packers and Stockyards Act. The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) collects this data to monitor practices in these industries and ensure fairness, preventing deceptive or anti-competitive actions. Public comments are invited until March 26, 2021, and interested individuals can submit feedback on the federal website indicated. The collection involves significant recordkeeping and affects businesses, with over 15,000 respondents expected to comply.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of information collection requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The focus is on the Agricultural Marketing Service, which oversees standards for grains and other commodities. These requirements involve recordkeeping and reporting to ensure quality control and proper marketing, with associated burdens and procedures outlined for various stakeholders. Comments on these proposals are invited and should be submitted by April 21, 2025, to enhance quality and reduce unnecessary burdens.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking public comments on various aspects of this collection, including its necessity and the burden it imposes. This effort pertains to the 2027 Farm to School Census, which is a nationwide survey that gathers data on farm-to-school activities. The information collected will help assess the participation levels and support sources for these programs, and guide future USDA priorities and outreach. Public comments on the notice are accepted until April 25, 2025.

The Department of Agriculture is seeking feedback on a new information collection requirement under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are asking the public to comment on whether the collection is necessary, how accurate the burden estimate is, and ways to improve the collection process. The focus of the collection is on policies related to crop insurance managed by the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC). The agency wants to ensure that the insurance programs are fair and beneficial to both farmers and taxpayers. Public comments on this matter are invited until February 26, 2021.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval of information collection requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The Rural Business-Cooperative Service is conducting an annual survey to gather data about farmer cooperatives, which includes statistics on business volume, net income, and financial status. Additionally, they have a voluntary labeling program for biobased products aimed at promoting renewable fuels. The information collected will help determine eligibility for grants and improve service and analysis. Comments on these information collections are invited until February 5, 2025.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review its information collection requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The focus is on whether the information collection is necessary for the agency's functions, how accurate their burden estimates are, and ways to improve data quality while reducing respondent burden. Specific attention is given to the Food Safety and Inspection Service's need to collect information from businesses about petitions for rule changes related to meat, poultry, and egg product inspections. The public has until January 21, 2025, to provide comments on this request.