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The Federal Reserve is seeking public feedback on its proposal to continue the Survey of Consumer Finances for three more years without any changes. This survey, conducted every three years, provides detailed information on American families' finances, including assets, debts, and income. Public comments will help the Board determine if any adjustments to the survey are needed. Responses will not reveal personal identities and are vital for shaping economic policies.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is requesting comments from the public on its plan to extend an information collection about small-scale fishermen in the U.S. Caribbean, which includes Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The study aims to gather data on demographics, fishing practices, and economic conditions to help improve fishery management and comply with legal standards. Participation is voluntary, and the surveys will be conducted in person. They anticipate a total of 1,500 respondents, with each survey taking about 30 minutes, leading to an estimated 750 total hours of public engagement annually. Public comments on the proposal will be accepted until April 26, 2021.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), part of the Department of Commerce, issued a notice about the mandatory BE-605 survey. This survey gathers data on foreign direct investment in the U.S., focusing on transactions between U.S. affiliates and foreign parent companies. Companies with at least 10% foreign ownership must complete this survey quarterly, except for the final report of the financial year, which is due within 45 days. The survey is authorized by the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act, and more information can be found on the BEA's website.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is conducting the 2025 Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (TRIP) Data Call. Insurance companies participating in TRIP must submit specific information covering 2024, using forms approved by the Office of Management and Budget. This data, due by May 15, 2025, aids in assessing the availability and affordability of terrorism risk insurance. There are training sessions and a website provided to assist insurers in the data submission process, ensuring compliance with a statutory deadline for a related study due to Congress.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on its information collection request related to the U.S. Caribbean Commercial Fishermen Census. This data collection, managed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, aims to gather information from fishermen in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to improve fishery management and meet legal requirements. The survey involves around 1,500 respondents, taking an average of 45 minutes each, and is conducted annually. Public comments can be submitted within 30 days, and further details can be accessed on the website www.reginfo.gov.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comments on its request to renew surveys and focus groups used to gather information from visitors and nearby community members of public lands. This information aids in planning decisions related to recreation services. The request has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The public can send comments or recommendations until January 9, 2025, and the collected data will support the BLM's visitor services planning for three more years.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted an information collection requirement to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This submission involves a survey conducted by the Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBS), focused on collecting statistics about farmer cooperatives, such as their business volume, net income, and financial status. The data collected is vital for the RBS's mission to support and understand agricultural cooperatives, and the results are used by various stakeholders including the U.S. Department of Agriculture and educational institutions. Interested parties can provide comments on this information collection until March 1, 2021, through the website provided.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) plans to renew the Survey of Doctorate Recipients, which collects data on individuals with doctoral degrees in science, engineering, and health fields from U.S. institutions. This survey helps estimate and understand the workforce and changes in employment, education, and demographics. Comments from the public are invited until April 6, 2021, to improve the data collection process. The survey, which is voluntary and confidential, is expected to involve around 131,000 participants and will be conducted via web, mail, and phone starting July 2021.