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The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) has announced a proposal to create a new electronic System of Records called EXIM CRM, which manages relationships with customers and partners. This system will be governed by the Privacy Act of 1974 and is intended to support U.S. exporters. Public comments on this proposal are welcomed until March 15, 2021. The system will include information about customers, partners, EXIM employees, and contractors, and will be used for activities like customer support and applying for EXIM services.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) plans to revise its Customer Privacy Act Systems of Records to introduce a new system to better understand and meet customer needs. This includes analyzing customer interactions with marketing campaigns and helping USPS sales staff. The updates will add new purposes for the existing records system, like providing customer recommendations and assessing campaign effectiveness. If no objections are raised by May 12, 2025, the changes will automatically come into effect.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) has proposed a new system of records, called EXIM PERSEC IQ, to help manage security information related to personnel. This system will support EXIM in making decisions about the eligibility and suitability of individuals for federal employment and access to federal facilities, covering information like employment and credit history, education, and more. The records will be stored digitally in a secure environment, and the public can provide comments on this new system by reaching out to the bank through various methods, including an online portal, email, and mail. The system is set to become effective on March 21, 2025, with a 30-day comment period following its publication in the Federal Register.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is proposing changes to its existing Privacy Act System of Records, known as DOE-28 General Training Records. This update aims to meet new formatting guidelines from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and enhance the protection of personal information. The proposal includes removing certain office locations, updating and adding new ones, and altering how such systems operate, especially with the implementation of cloud storage. Additionally, several routine uses of personal information are being revised or newly introduced to ensure better management of data and assist in responses to potential data breaches.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is announcing a modification to its Privacy Act System of Records, specifically the DOE-31 Firearms Qualifications Records. This update aims to align with new formatting standards and ensure proper coverage of business processes and Privacy Act information. Key changes include adding the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Headquarters as a system location, removing certain addresses, updating routine uses, and incorporating cloud-based services for records storage. The modifications also extend the time allowed for filing appeals from 30 to 90 days, complying with privacy laws and practices.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is proposing to create a new system of records under the Privacy Act to enhance the scanning process at the Mail Recovery Center (MRC). This new system aims to improve how the USPS handles undeliverable mail by consolidating related functions and using updated scanner technology to manage lost and undeliverable items more efficiently. The proposed changes are intended to provide better customer service by making it easier for USPS to notify customers about their lost mail, including sending images of lost checks, while ensuring privacy and security standards are maintained. The revisions will automatically take effect on February 12, 2021, unless any objections are raised before that date.

The Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) published a notice about a new system of records called the PRAC Data Warehouse System (PDWS)—CIGIE-5, which is subject to the Privacy Act of 1974. Initially, there was an error in how comments on this notice could be submitted, mistakenly directing people to the Federal Rulemaking Portal. This notice corrects that mistake and informs the public of an extension for the comment period. Comments can now be submitted by mail to CIGIE's address or via email at comments@cigie.gov.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has announced the creation of a new records system called "OPM/Central-23 FEHB Program Enrollment Records." This system will gather and maintain information about people enrolled in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program and their family members. The records will be used to manage various processes like verifying eligibility and enrollment, handling premiums, and evaluating the effectiveness of the FEHB Program. The new system is set to improve transparency and help OPM respond better to inquiries under the Privacy Act of 1974.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced modifications to an existing system of records related to the FERC Transit Subsidy Program (TSP). In compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974, FERC is updating and republishing the entire notice. Changes include three new routine uses and updates to several existing ones, as well as revisions to various sections such as system name, purpose, and record-keeping practices. Public comments on these changes are invited and must be submitted no later than 30 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is planning to cancel a system of records notice for the Individuals and Households Program Equity Analysis Records System, managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This change will not negatively impact individuals, as FEMA will stop collecting data for this program but will continue collecting information for disaster assistance through another system. All previous records will be archived and eventually destroyed. This decision is part of a broader effort to streamline DHS's records management processes.