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The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced that the Alaska Railroad (ARRC) has requested a waiver from certain Federal railroad safety regulations. Specifically, ARRC seeks to join an existing waiver that extends air brake system calibration intervals from 92 days to 184 days for certain locomotives. ARRC argues that aligning calibrations with its maintenance schedule will ensure better accuracy and efficiency. The public is invited to comment on this petition by April 16, 2025, via the regulations.gov website.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reopened the comment period for six previously published notices, extending the period by 30 days. These notices, which appeared in the Federal Register between October 31, 2024, and January 14, 2025, had comment periods that ended on January 27 and 29, 2025. The new deadline for submitting comments is March 3, 2025. This allows individuals and organizations more time to review and provide input on matters ranging from pesticide use to stormwater discharge regulations.

The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has asked the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a revision and extension of information collection related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 229, Taxes. This collection helps the Department of Defense (DoD) ensure contractors in the United Kingdom seek relief from customs duty on fuels used in certain vehicles, as required by contracts. The proposal involves 12 respondents each making about 2.33 submissions a year, totaling an annual burden of 112 hours. Public comments on this proposal must be received by February 18, 2021.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is asking for public comments on the information collections related to the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Bond Guarantee Program. This is part of their ongoing effort to decrease paperwork and streamline processes, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They invite comments on the necessity and usefulness of the information collected, the accuracy of their estimates, and ways to improve the quality and minimize the burden of this data collection. Interested parties can submit their comments through the regulations.gov website by February 7, 2025.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) announced a request for public comments on certain federal agency records schedules. These schedules propose how long records should be kept before they can be disposed of if they are no longer needed for government operations. Anyone interested can view these schedules and submit comments through regulations.gov or by email until March 17, 2025. After reviewing the comments, any changes to the proposed schedules will be made before final approval by the Archivist of the United States.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is asking for public comments on an Information Collection Request (ICR) before submitting it for approval. This request is related to the Passenger Equipment Safety Standards, which help ensure the safety of passenger trains. The FRA wants feedback on whether these information collection activities are necessary, if their burden estimates are accurate, and ways to improve or minimize the burden of these activities. Interested parties can submit their comments by May 20, 2025, through the website www.regulations.gov.

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 Federal Acquisition Service, part of the General Services Administration, has issued a notice seeking comments on extending the use of a form called the Standard Form (SF) 123, which is used to transfer surplus federal personal property to various public agencies and organizations. This form allows state agencies to donate surplus items to non-profit and public entities like educational programs and airports. The notice highlights the need for public input on the necessity and efficiency of this information collection, as well as any suggestions for improvement. Comments must be submitted by March 17, 2025, through regulations.gov.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is notifying the public about several Federal agency requests to dispose of records they no longer require for business purposes. These notifications, published in the Federal Register and on regulations.gov, invite the public to comment on the proposed schedules for record disposal. People can submit their comments by March 11, 2021, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail. NARA emphasizes that these record schedules determine whether certain records should be preserved or destroyed, depending on their long-term value.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on a revision of the Emergency Notification System (ENS), as part of its effort to reduce paperwork and make processes more efficient. This system is used to send notifications and urgent messages to DHS employees, contractors, and emergency personnel. It is part of FEMA’s preparedness plans, which ensure operations continue during emergencies. The public has until March 22, 2021, to submit comments, which can be done through the regulations.gov website.