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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 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking public input on how to better enhance the resilience of residential properties to natural hazards and extreme weather. Rising property insurance premiums and reductions in coverage are causing challenges for homeowners and housing providers, affecting affordability and availability of housing. HUD wants to develop policies that boost property resilience and ensure access to affordable insurance. The request for information focuses on potential financial savings, effective resilience measures, and specific challenges faced by different housing sectors and communities, including Tribal and manufactured housing.