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The U.S. Census Bureau is seeking public comments on its request to extend the current approval for the "Survey of Residential Building or Zoning Permit Systems" (Form C-411) without any changes. This survey is crucial for collecting data needed to update information on places that issue building or zoning permits. These updates help create accurate statistics on construction activity, which informs key economic indicators and is used in calculations of the nation's GDP. The Census Bureau aims to ensure they have up-to-date coverage of permit-issuing jurisdictions, and public comments can be submitted online via reginfo.gov.

The Department of Commerce plans to submit an information collection request related to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This request is part of their efforts to assess and improve information collection and reduce public reporting burdens. They are seeking comments from the public and other federal agencies on this proposed collection, which is primarily aimed at ensuring compliance with requirements for obtaining Economic Development Administration (EDA) investment assistance. The comment period is open for 30 days, and interested parties can view and comment on the request at www.reginfo.gov.

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, has issued a notice regarding a proposal for collecting information, which has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. The proposal seeks to update the Exchange Official Personnel Folder and includes changes to Exchange Form 1100-016. The purpose of the information collection is to authorize or continue shopping privileges for exchange associates' dependents. Public comments on this proposal will be accepted until February 10, 2025, and written comments can be submitted through the reginfo.gov website.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested an extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the ongoing collection of information under Rule 15c1-7, a provision of the Securities Exchange Act. This rule requires broker-dealers to keep records of transactions made with discretion over customer accounts to avoid fraudulent or deceptive practices. The SEC estimates the rule affects 362 broker-dealers, totaling around 400,000 transactions annually, with each record taking about five minutes to complete. Public comments on this request can be submitted through the website reginfo.gov or via email.

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights is revising its Mandatory Civil Rights Data Collection and is seeking public comment. They want feedback on issues like the necessity and effectiveness of the data collection, the accuracy of the burden estimate, and ways to improve and minimize the burden using technology. Comments are due by February 18, 2025, and more information can be found on the reginfo.gov website. This collection aims to ensure public schools provide equal educational opportunities as required by civil rights laws.

The Department of Education is inviting comments on an extension of an existing information collection concerning the Work Colleges Application and Agreement. This initiative is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, aimed at reducing the burden of data collection on the public. The purpose is to assess whether institutions are prepared to participate in work-learning-service programs, which help fund education through work rather than reliance on grants and loans. Comments must be submitted by February 22, 2021, to help the Department improve and streamline this process.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking public comments on the renewal of an information collection related to the "first inventor to file" system. Initially, comments were collected in October 2024, allowing a 60-day period, and now an additional 30 days are provided for further comments. This collection, necessary for certain patent applications filed after March 16, 2013, helps determine if the applications comply with specific patent laws changed by the America Invents Act. The review addresses the burden on the public, and public input can be submitted through the website reginfo.gov.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted an information collection requirement to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are seeking public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements for this information collection. Feedback is due by January 29, 2025, and submissions can be made via the website www.reginfo.gov. As part of this collection, the Forest Service is gathering information to identify significant caves on federal lands which helps in updating their records and ensuring cave protection as mandated by the Federal Cave Resources Protection Act.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public feedback on the renewal of an information collection related to its international trade programs. This involves surveys to gauge user satisfaction and needs, linked to the International Trade Administration's services and programs. The data gathered aims to improve these services by providing insights into customer experiences and needs. Interested parties have 30 days to submit comments or suggestions on this collection, which can be accessed and reviewed on the reginfo.gov website.