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The Department of Education has corrected information related to the FY 2025 competition for the Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who Are Blind Program. They have changed selection criteria, removed certain criteria, and updated the application deadlines to March 31, 2025, for submission and May 30, 2025, for review. Applicants who submitted before March 7, 2025, must update their applications by the new deadlines. Detailed selection criteria and further corrections are provided to ensure the program aligns with federal objectives and maximizes its benefit to underserved populations.

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is asking for public comments on a proposed change to their information collection process, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This change updates the burden estimates for NEH grant applications, adjusting the total estimated time required from 88,815 to 296,433 hours due to more precise calculations of the time needed to prepare applications, which has increased from 15 to 60 hours per proposal. The NEH invites comments on the necessity and effectiveness of these changes, and responses need to be submitted by March 29, 2021.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is inviting the public and federal agencies to comment on a proposed revision to the information collections for the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinics Grant Application Package, as part of efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The revision involves changes to Form 13424-M and the introduction of Form 13424-R, which are expected to significantly reduce the time required for completion. Comments must be submitted by May 20, 2025, and will be publicly recorded. The IRS encourages feedback on various aspects of the information collection process, including the necessity, accuracy, and potential for burden reduction.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking public comments on a request for the Office of Management and Budget's approval of a new information collection. This is part of the Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) Program, which was established to increase the resilience of surface transportation against natural hazards like climate change and extreme weather. The program involves collecting information during various phases, such as grant application, implementation, and evaluation, to assess the effectiveness of funded projects. The FHWA is encouraging feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of this information collection process, aiming to enhance the program's quality and minimize burdens.

The Department of Education has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 fiscal year Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) program. This program aims to fund projects that enhance educator skills through evidence-based practices, focusing on increasing educator diversity and providing quality professional development. Applicants, including institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations, need to demonstrate a 25% cost match from non-federal sources and will be assessed based on their project's design, significance, management plan, and evaluation methods. The grants range between $1,000,000 and $6,000,000 annually, with applications due by March 18, 2025.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the Native American Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP) for fiscal year 2025. This initiative aims to fund projects that improve career and technical education for Native Americans and Alaska Natives, consistent with the goals of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Alaska Native entities. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a notice of intent by February 6, 2025, with the final application due by March 10, 2025.

The Department of Education is seeking applications for the fiscal year 2021 for the Alaska Native Education (ANE) program, as outlined in the Federal Register notice. This program focuses on projects addressing the educational needs of Alaska Natives, including activities related to curriculum development, training, early childhood education, and remote learning infrastructure. Special preference will be given to projects that provide high-speed internet and remote learning options for underserved Native American students. Eligible applicants include organizations with experience in Alaska Native education, and they can apply individually or as part of a partnership. The application deadline is April 12, 2021, and the estimated funding available is $15.5 million.

The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing a new information collection as part of the Lower Mississippi Delta Initiative (LMDI) to support grants for preserving regional culture and history. They are seeking comments from the public and federal agencies by February 18, 2025, to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve the information collection process while minimizing the burden on respondents. The initiative will assist Tribal, state, local governments, and non-governmental organizations, with a focus on educational and recreational opportunities and the conservation of historic sites. The estimated annual burden for respondents is 532 hours, and the collection of information is voluntary.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comments on its proposed collection of information for the Pool Safely Grant Program (PSGP) application. This program is designed to provide funding to state, local, and tribal governments to help prevent drowning and drain entrapment in swimming pools and spas. The grants, ranging from $50,000 to $400,000, aim to support education, training, and enforcement of pool safety requirements. The CPSC provided details about the application process, estimated burden, and cost, and invites feedback on the necessity, utility, and ways to minimize the burden of the proposed information collection.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the 2021 Native Hawaiian Career and Technical Education Program (NHCTEP), funded under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. This program aims to enhance career and technical education for Native Hawaiians. This notice outlines eligibility criteria, application requirements, and deadlines, highlighting significant changes from the Perkins V Act. Successful applicants may receive grants ranging from $250,000 to $500,000 for projects up to five years.