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The Department of Commerce, through the Bureau of Industry and Security, has issued a notice certifying that the systems to process and collect tariffs on aluminum and steel imports into the United States are adequate. This follows the President's Proclamations on February 10, 2025, which adjusted the import duties on these materials. The certifications confirm that the necessary processes are effectively in place to handle tariff revenue for both steel and aluminum, ensuring compliance with the new import duties set by the proclamations.

OSHA has announced the expansion of recognition for TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc. (TUVRNA), allowing them to add a new testing site in Taiwan as part of their Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) scope. This expansion, which takes effect on January 23, 2025, enables TUVRNA to conduct product testing and certification at the new location, provided they comply with specific standards and conditions set by OSHA. TUVRNA must notify OSHA of any significant changes in its operations or ownership and continue to adhere to all regulatory requirements.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), part of the U.S. Department of Labor, has officially expanded the recognition of Applied Research Laboratories of South Florida, LLC (ARL) as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion allows ARL to cover two additional test standards, enabling them to perform independent safety testing and certification for specific products. ARL must comply with OSHA conditions and report any significant changes in operations or personnel. The decision is effective as of January 15, 2021, following a thorough review process and a public comment period that yielded no responses.

OSHA has announced that SolarPTL, LLC. is seeking to renew its status as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This recognition means SolarPTL can conduct independent safety testing and certify products for compliance with OSHA standards. The agency is inviting public comments on the renewal application by February 18, 2021. OSHA will make a final decision after reviewing comments and assessing the application against the set standards.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew the information collection required for certifying air carriers and commercial operators under Federal Aviation Regulation part 119. Organizations seeking certification must report necessary information, which the FAA uses to ensure compliance with aviation regulations. Public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve or reduce the burden of the information collection are invited until March 22, 2021.

The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is inviting public comments on a proposed information collection related to life insurance through February 7, 2025. This initiative complies with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, requiring public input for such collections. The proposed collection involves the "Certification of Change or Correction of Name Government Life Insurance" form (VA Form 29-586), which is used by individuals to officially change or correct their names. The estimated annual burden for this is 20 hours, involving 120 respondents with an average response time of 10 minutes each.