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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the Department of Transportation, has requested the reinstatement of a previously approved information collection related to state right-of-way acquisition data. This process follows the guidelines of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Interested parties are invited to provide public comments by May 12, 2025. The collection aims to gather annual reports from 56 respondents, including state transportation departments and territories, estimating a total annual burden of about 280 hours.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has announced a new system of records called "NLRB Freedom of Information Act Records (NLRB-37)" as part of the Privacy Act of 1974. This system will keep track of requests and appeals made to the NLRB under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). It will be used to manage and store these requests and allow the NLRB to meet reporting requirements and manage FOIA-related activities. The NLRB is also rescinding two previous systems, NLRB FOIAonline (NLRB-35) and the Freedom of Information Act Tracking System (FTS) and Associated Agency Files (NLRB-32).

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a new matching program with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The program aims to verify household income and family size to help determine eligibility for benefits like health insurance affordability programs. This initiative, requiring compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974, will collect and use specific Federal tax information. The program will start in April 2025 and last 18 months, with a possible extension if the program is conducted in compliance with the agreement.

The Department of Agriculture submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of an information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The information is necessary for farmers and ranchers to nominate candidates for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections using form FSA-669A. The form collects details like the nominee's name, address, and signatures, and includes an optional section for race, ethnicity, and gender data. Those participating in the nomination must meet eligibility requirements, and the information helps prepare for the annual elections.

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is planning to modify its Partner-Vetting System, a system used to vet directors, officers, and employees of non-governmental organizations seeking funds from USAID. The system collects personal data to ensure that USAID’s funds do not inadvertently support individuals or entities posing a risk to national security. Changes include removing certain categories of individuals from its coverage and clarifying details in the system’s records. USAID invites the public to submit comments on the proposed changes by February 12, 2021.

The Corporation for National and Community Service, also known as AmeriCorps, is starting a new computer matching program with the Social Security Administration (SSA). This program will verify the social security numbers and citizenship status of people applying for or receiving education awards through AmeriCorps. The program will last for 18 months, starting April 1, 2021, and could be extended for another year if needed. AmeriCorps will ensure that all information collected is handled in compliance with the Privacy Act and applicants have the chance to contest any incorrect information.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public feedback on its plan to renew the data collection regarding large trader reporting for physical commodity swaps. This process, under the Paperwork Reduction Act, involves agencies publishing notices about information collection and receiving comments for 60 days. The CFTC aims to ensure the data collection is effective, minimizes burdens on responders, and estimates that around 5,088 respondents will provide information, resulting in about 65,412 total annual burden hours. Comments are to be submitted by April 26, 2021.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is introducing a new system of records to be managed by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) within its Administration for Children and Families. This system, titled ORR Unaccompanied Children Bureau Child Abuse or Neglect Investigation Records and Central Registry, aims to document cases related to child abuse or neglect at ORR facilities and maintain a registry to vet individuals who may work with unaccompanied children. The information stored will be used for investigations and to ensure that those with a history of abuse or neglect are not allowed to work or volunteer in positions involving direct contact with children under ORR care. Importantly, the data recorded will not be shared for immigration enforcement purposes without prior written consent from the individual concerned.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking public comments on a proposal for collecting information as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The proposal aims to evaluate the U.S. Army Barracks Locks Upgrade Initiative (BLUI), which updated locks in Army barracks to study its impact on preventing sexual and non-sexual crimes among junior soldiers. Feedback is encouraged to help improve prevention strategies and understand the initiative's effectiveness. Comments should be sent to the designated online portal by February 18, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a final rule amending its Privacy Act regulations. This amendment exempts the Smuggling Interdiction and Trade Compliance (SITC) National Information Communication Activity System (SNICAS) from certain Privacy Act provisions to help with law enforcement operations. The USDA is also updating its regulations to reflect the consolidation of certain records systems into a single system. The rule takes effect on February 10, 2025, and does not impose any new reporting requirements for small businesses.