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The Department of Education has proposed new priorities and requirements for the Innovative Rehabilitation Training program. This initiative focuses on modernizing vocational rehabilitation (VR) training for counselors to better serve people with disabilities, ensuring they achieve quality employment outcomes. The proposal outlines six significant areas, such as engaging VR participants, aligning career assessments with current job trends, and preparing individuals for STEM careers. The public is encouraged to provide feedback by January 17, 2025, as part of the ongoing process to refine these proposals.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking for public feedback on the ongoing collection of information related to sales of business property, as outlined by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This involves the use of Form 4797 to report sales, exchanges, or involuntary conversions of business assets. The IRS seeks comments on various aspects of this information gathering, including its necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve efficiency and reduce respondent burden. Comments should be submitted by March 16, 2021, to ensure consideration.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing changes to the Regional Haze Rule related to state visibility protection plans. Specifically, they want to extend the deadline for states to submit their implementation plans from 2028 to 2031, allowing more time to address updates that might arise from future revisions to the rule. This proposed extension aims to give states enough time to develop comprehensive plans and coordinate them with other air quality programs. The EPA is seeking public feedback on these proposed changes and alternative deadlines.

Transwestern Pipeline Company has filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission seeking approval to build a new compressor station project in New Mexico. This project, called the WT-0 Compressor Station Project, would help provide increased natural gas transportation capacity. The estimated cost of the project is over $51 million, and they're offering the public a chance to view the project details and provide feedback by January 29, 2025. People can get involved by submitting comments, protests, or motions to intervene regarding the project.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is asking for public feedback on its information collection processes that require approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). They are seeking comments on aspects like the accuracy of their burden estimates, the necessity of the information, and ways to improve the process while minimizing the burden on respondents. The listed information collections include forms and procedures related to Social Security disability claims and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which are used to assess claimant eligibility and manage the application process. Comments on these collections should be submitted by specific dates to be considered.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection titled "Requests for Reasonable Accommodations from Non-Federal Entities." This involves gathering information from non-federal job applicants who are requesting particular accommodations. The NRC is asking for feedback on whether this collection is necessary, how much of a burden it represents, and ways to improve or automate the data collection process. Comments must be submitted by February 21, 2025, and can be sent electronically via the Federal rulemaking website.

Curia New York, Inc. has applied to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to become an importer of controlled substances. The company intends to use these substances in bulk manufacturing to produce other controlled substances for their clients. Public feedback on the application can be submitted electronically until January 29, 2025. The application must align with DEA regulations and does not permit importing finished or unfinished drug products for commercial sale.

The Department of the Army is adding to a previous environmental impact statement concerning necessary heat and electrical upgrades at Fort Wainwright in Alaska. The current coal-powered heating and power plant is old and poses safety and reliability issues, and its potential failure could impact mission readiness. The Army is examining several alternatives, including building new power infrastructure or continuing periodic upgrades to the existing system. They plan to release the updated environmental impact statement in 2025 and will invite the public to provide feedback.

The Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public feedback on its information collection under Rule 17g-1, which deals with the fidelity bonding of officers and employees of registered management investment companies. This rule requires independent directors to approve the bond annually, specifies terms for coverage amounts based on a fund's assets, and mandates the submission of certain documents to the Commission. The Commission estimates that complying with these requirements takes about two hours per year for each of the approximately 2,200 funds. Comments on the necessity and efficiency of these information collections are requested within 60 days.

The Veterans Health Administration is gathering feedback on a survey about Veteran enrollees' health care choices and usage. This survey aims to understand the factors affecting Veterans' health care decisions and their preferences for VA and other health services. The collected data will guide future VA policy and management decisions. Comments on the proposed information collection can be submitted until January 16, 2025, as part of the compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act.