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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public and agency comments on the renewal of an information collection called the "Examination Survey," as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. This survey collects feedback from banks regarding the OCC's supervisory activities and aims to improve the examination process through responses on communication, data requests, and examiner professionalism. Comments are due by February 10, 2021, and can be submitted via email, mail, fax, or courier. The survey helps the OCC in enhancing examination quality and targeting examiner training.

The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), operating as AmeriCorps, is seeking to renew its information collection process under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This renewal involves the AmeriCorps Enrollment and Exit Form, which collects data from current and potential AmeriCorps members. Public comments are invited to determine the necessity and utility of the information, making the process more efficient and less burdensome. Comments must be submitted by April 26, 2021, and can be submitted via mail, courier, or electronically through regulations.gov.

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), part of the USDA, has announced its plan to renew the information collection requirements for labeling mechanically tenderized beef products. These requirements mandate that labels must include the term "mechanically tenderized" to ensure that consumers are informed about the product. The FSIS is seeking public comments on these requirements before they expire on July 31, 2021. They have invited feedback on whether these information collection efforts are useful and whether the burden it places on respondents is reasonable.

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is planning to renew its information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act, with a focus on pollution prevention and control in offshore oil and gas activities. The agency is seeking public comments on this information collection, which primarily concerns air quality standards compliance and the reporting of emissions. To streamline and improve this process, BOEM is introducing a new system, the OCS Air Quality System (OCS AQS), to replace outdated software. The public has until February 11, 2021, to submit comments, which will help BOEM minimize the reporting burden while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is seeking public feedback on the renewal of certain information collections as part of its duties under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. These collections involve various forms and information requirements for businesses and banks, related to their activities, investments, and privacy practices. The FDIC encourages comments on the necessity and utility of these collections, as well as ways to improve and reduce the burden of the information gathering process. Feedback must be submitted by March 24, 2025, through the FDIC's website, email, mail, or hand delivery.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is seeking public comments as part of its obligation under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are considering renewing two existing information collections: one related to the Bank Protection Act compliance and another involving Post-Examination Surveys for FDIC-supervised banks. The FDIC wants input on the necessity and efficiency of these collections and suggestions to enhance them or reduce the burden on respondents, with comments due by May 27, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew an information collection related to rotorcraft external-load operator certification. This process includes submitting FAA Form 8710-4, which gathers necessary information to determine applicants' eligibility. The form collects data like the operator's name, contact information, and details about the rotorcraft. The agency invites feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements of this information collection by April 27, 2021.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on its plan to ask for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew a data collection related to the Centers of Excellence (CoE) for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education. This information is used to determine which training centers can be designated as CoEs. The renewal is part of a strategy to maintain and modernize the maritime workforce, in line with the National Defense Authorization Act of 2018. Public and institutions have 30 days to provide feedback on this proposal.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking to renew its information collection process for the Federal Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp contests without any changes. These programs, which began in the 1930s and 1990s respectively, help preserve habitats and promote conservation education through art contests that allow participants to submit duck-themed artwork. The Federal Duck Stamp Contest is open to adults, while the Junior Duck Stamp Contest is for students in kindergarten to grade 12, and both programs have contributed significantly to wildlife habitat conservation efforts. The Service is requesting public comments on the collection process to ensure it minimizes burdens and serves its intended purpose.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is inviting public comments on its plan to renew an information collection for the Construction Reserve Fund (CRF) program, which offers tax deferral benefits to U.S.-flag vessel operators. This program aims to support the construction and modernization of U.S. merchant vessels essential for national defense and U.S. commerce. The application process requires vessel owners in foreign or domestic commerce to participate, with an estimated annual burden of 90 hours for respondents. The public can submit their comments within 30 days of this notice's publication.