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The United States Air Force signed a Record of Decision (ROD) on December 22, 2020, to establish an operational squadron of F-35A aircraft under the Air Force Reserve Command at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, Texas. The Department of the Navy had signed the same ROD earlier on October 29, 2020, agreeing with the Air Force's decision. The decision was based on an Environmental Impact Statement and other relevant inputs. This decision makes the Air Force the lead agency and the Navy a cooperating agency in this project.

The Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense (DoD), is seeking public comments on their information collection proposal. The proposal involves collecting data to manage requests for reasonable accommodations in employment, using a tool called the Reasonable Accommodations Tracker. The deadline for comments is February 10, 2025, and submissions can be made online at the specified website. This data will help ensure fair treatment in the employment process and is mandated by Executive Order 13163.

The Department of the Navy, Department of Defense has issued a 60-day notice to collect public comments on a planned information collection, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The information collection supports the Marine Corps Community Service in managing the recruitment and hiring process efficiently and helps retirees update their medical and retirement plans using NAVMC Form 12000/499. Public comments are requested by February 28, 2025, and can be submitted through various methods, as detailed in the notice. The initiative aims to ease processes for applicants and retirees by leveraging the Non-Appropriated Fund Human Resource Management System (NAF HRMS) to reduce processing times and improve the user experience.

The Department of the Navy has introduced a new system of records called the Command Individual Risk and Resiliency System (CIRRAS) for the United States Marine Corps (USMC). This system will assist Commanding Officers and Senior Enlisted Advisors in making better decisions about force preservation and risk management for Marines and Service Members. CIRRAS will record and analyze various personal and service-related data to quickly identify individuals needing immediate attention, supporting unit readiness, and helping commanders implement strategies to mitigate risks. Public feedback on the system's usage practices will be accepted until March 24, 2021.

The Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense, is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection related to the Navy Family Ombudsman Program. This program involves selecting a volunteer Ombudsman, usually a spouse of a Navy member, to help with communication and support for families, especially during deployments or crises. The Navy is asking if this information collection is necessary and how it can be improved or made less burdensome. Comments will be considered until February 10, 2025, and feedback is encouraged to enhance the efficiency and utility of the program.

The Department of the Navy is planning to exchange about 5.2 acres of underutilized land at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Florida, with Escambia County. In return, Escambia County will provide a restrictive easement over approximately 31.15 acres of its land within certain zones of the naval station to help limit encroachment and allow for continued military operations. This exchange aims to prevent unsuitable development near the station. Public objections can be submitted until May 1, 2025.

The Department of the Navy announced a 45-day public comment period on a Draft Amended Analysis for their environmental impact study regarding the EA-18G Growler operations at the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Complex. This follows a court ruling that identified specific areas requiring further analysis, such as greenhouse gas emissions, classroom impact, bird species effects, and alternative locations. The Navy plans to hold both in-person and virtual public meetings to discuss the analysis and gather feedback. People can review the document at local libraries, submit comments online or by mail, and participate in scheduled meetings.

The Department of the Navy is updating the system of records known as the "Marine Corps Marathon Automated Support System" to the "Marine Corps Marathon Organization Event Records." This update includes expanding the types of events and individuals covered, adding medical treatment information, and integrating standard Department of Defense routine uses. Furthermore, the new system will allow more information sharing outside the Department of Defense and update various sections to improve clarity and accuracy. The changes will take effect upon publication, but comments on the Routine Uses are accepted until January 27, 2025.