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The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted a request for review of their Survey of Earned Doctorates (SED) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This survey collects data from individuals earning research doctorates in the U.S. and is used to prepare important reports and statistics. The NSF is seeking public comments on the usefulness and burden of this data collection. Comments can be sent within 30 days of the notice's publication, and the survey aims to gather information from approximately 57,000 and 58,000 individuals for the 2022 and 2023 survey cycles, respectively.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public input on a proposed information collection project called "NCHHSTP Generic Clearance Formative Research and Tool Development." This project will help CDC's National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention collect information to enhance surveillance, communication, and research concerning diseases like HIV/AIDS, STDs, viral hepatitis, and tuberculosis, as well as school and adolescent health. The proposal aims to gather data efficiently and reduce public burden by improving research methods and developing better communication strategies. Public comments are invited by April 13, 2021, to ensure the effectiveness and accuracy of the proposed data collection.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking public feedback on an existing information collection that gathers qualitative feedback about agency service delivery. The feedback helps improve customer service but does not produce statistically significant data. This document is a notice for extending the current approval for another three years, and the public has until February 21, 2025, to submit comments. The collected information will be used internally to enhance service quality and manage programs, but it will not influence policy decisions.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection as part of the application process for federally assisted housing. This notice allows the public to submit comments on the collection for an additional 30 days. The goal of the collection is to help housing providers contact someone connected to the applicant, like a family member or friend, to assist with any issues during their tenancy. Comments can be made on the necessity and accuracy of the information as well as suggestions to improve or reduce the burden of the collection process.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is inviting public comments on renewing the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for collecting information through NRC Form 531, titled "Request for Taxpayer Identification Number." This process involves gathering taxpayer identification numbers from individuals and entities doing business with the government, including those holding licenses and permits from the NRC. Public comments are requested by February 18, 2025, to help ensure the proposed information collection is necessary and effective. The NRC is particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, burden, and potential improvements related to the data collection process.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a draft report titled "Best Practices for FDA Communication with Interested Parties" and is asking for public feedback. This report is part of a response to the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, which requires the FDA to review and improve its communication methods with medical product sponsors and other external parties. The draft includes current communication practices and explores new, innovative strategies used during the COVID-19 pandemic. People can provide feedback on this draft report until February 3, 2025, through electronic or written submissions.

The Economic Development Administration (EDA), part of the Department of Commerce, is inviting public comments on its information collection practices as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking feedback to help assess and improve their processes, reduce the public's reporting burden, and evaluate the necessity and utility of the information collected. This notice allows for 60 days of public comment before the collection submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Comments need to be submitted by February 3, 2025.

The Corporation for National and Community Service, known as AmeriCorps, has submitted a request for the renewal of information collection regarding Childcare Benefit Forms. This request is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, and comments are due by April 3, 2025. The forms are used by AmeriCorps members and their childcare providers to apply for and receive payment assistance for childcare services during their service time. Currently, eight different forms are part of this process, and the existing approval is set to expire on March 31, 2025. The agency is seeking public input on how to enhance and manage the collection process effectively.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has acknowledged a recent filing by the Postal Service regarding changes to the format of international mail rates for Inbound Express Mail Service (EMS) 2. This change involves shifting to a single flat rate per EMS item starting January 1, 2025. The Commission invites public comments on whether these proposed changes comply with relevant U.S. laws and regulations, with a deadline for comments set to December 13, 2024. The document also notes that certain details of the filing are sealed and that a public representative will continue to oversee this matter.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to continue collecting information from individuals who request military records. This collection is necessary for the National Personnel Records Center to locate and provide the requested information effectively. The public is invited to comment on this information collection until March 24, 2021. The focus is on evaluating the necessity and burden of the data collection, improving the process through technology, and assessing the impact on small businesses.