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The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has submitted a proposed collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This information collection relates to the State Grants for Assistive Technology Program Annual Progress Report and aims to collect comments by February 4, 2021. The report is necessary for states and territories to comply with the Assistive Technology Act, which provides grants to operate statewide programs that enhance access to assistive technology for individuals with disabilities and older Americans. The ACL has addressed public comments received concerning various proposed changes, including the data collection process and reporting requirements.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval to collect information under the CDC Diabetes Prevention Recognition Program (DPRP). This follows a previous notice seeking public comments, to which CDC responded with significant feedback. The proposed changes include updates to data collection methods and requirements, such as collecting optional Hemoglobin A1C levels and combining weight and physical activity metrics. The goal is to improve the program's effectiveness while reducing administrative burdens. The CDC is seeking approval for the next three years and emphasizes that participation is voluntary and data is collected in a non-identified way.

The Department of Agriculture plans to send an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are seeking public comments on the necessity and effectiveness of this information collection and how it could be improved or made less burdensome. The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is proposing a change to the Maple Syrup Inquiry, adding a new yes/no question to gather future planning information from farmers. This data helps in estimating crop production and is important for various agricultural businesses for making market decisions.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing a new information collection related to their concessions program, as part of their efforts to reduce paperwork and gather comments from the public. This program involves private businesses and nonprofits managing recreation facilities within National Wildlife Refuges. They aim to collect information to ensure operations minimize wildlife disturbance, offer high-quality visitor experiences, and comply with financial and management requirements. Comments are invited from the public until February 3, 2021, focusing on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve the information collection process.

Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc. has filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission to amend its fee schedule, focusing on handling billing errors and disputes. The proposed change would make all fees and rebates final after three months, aiming to encourage timely review of invoices by members and non-members. The proposed rule also requires any fee disputes to be submitted in writing with supporting documentation within this period. The Exchange believes that these changes will reduce administrative burdens and create a fair, consistent policy for resolving billing issues.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is asking the public to comment on a document they plan to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This document involves collecting information for managing grant payments using the Line of Credit Control System (LOCCS). HUD is interested in hearing from people about whether this information collection is necessary, if the estimates of its impact are accurate, and how the process might be improved or made less burdensome. Comments must be submitted by March 31, 2025.

The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public feedback on a proposed information collection by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). This collection involves various forms used to assess the needs and status of unaccompanied children in ORR custody and their potential sponsors. The forms have been reorganized to improve efficiency and include new ones designed to better gather critical data, like language preferences and health information, while acknowledging diverse gender identities. The public has until February 28, 2025, to submit comments on the proposed changes.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a final rule that requires its regulations to be reviewed periodically, with most regulations set to expire automatically every ten years unless reviewed. This is intended to ensure that regulations stay up-to-date and relevant. The final rule also includes processes for public comments and specifies the criteria for reviews, which include assessing whether the regulations significantly impact small entities, and if they are still necessary or need amendments. Certain regulations, such as those mandated by federal law and the annual Medicare payment update rules, are exempt from these reviews.

The Coast Guard has issued a final rule extending the validity of recreational vessel endorsements on Certificates of Documentation from 1 year to 5 years, as mandated by the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018. This change aims to reduce the administrative burden on vessel owners and allows them to renew their documentation less frequently. Additionally, the rule establishes phased user fees based on the selected duration of the endorsement. By aligning the Code of Federal Regulations with this new statutory requirement, the Coast Guard anticipates that these updates will save time and money for both vessel owners and the government.

The Department of Labor has introduced a new rule focusing on electronic filing and service procedures for cases handled by the Office of Administrative Law Judges. This rule mandates attorneys and representatives to use the Department's electronic system for filing and serving documents, making it easier and more streamlined. Individuals representing themselves can choose between electronic and traditional filing methods. Additionally, the rule covers various technical details, such as electronic signatures, the scheduling of hearings, and modifications to existing regulations to accommodate these new procedures.