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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new rule updating an Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B due to concerns about the axial play of the rotating scissors spherical bearings. This updated directive requires additional inspections, extends the list of affected helicopter parts, and outlines reporting requirements for inspection outcomes. This rule is essential for maintaining helicopter safety, with the new compliance measures coming into effect on April 25, 2025. The FAA has made these changes in response to updates from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, ensuring alignment with international safety standards.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is inviting public comments on an information collection request related to the Delinquent Filer Voluntary Compliance Program, which is being reviewed for approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This program allows plan administrators to pay reduced penalties if they voluntarily comply with annual reporting requirements under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The DOL is seeking authorization for this information collection for three years, targeting businesses and not-for-profit institutions. Comments must be submitted by February 16, 2021.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), part of the Department of Commerce, announced a mandatory survey called the Quarterly Survey of Financial Services Transactions (BE-185) to measure trade in financial services between U.S. providers and foreign persons. This survey is essential for understanding the impact of U.S. trade both domestically and internationally and is authorized by relevant trade acts. U.S. companies involved in these transactions exceeding specific thresholds are required to report, with details on how and when to submit the reports provided. The survey process is overseen by the Office of Management and Budget and has an estimated completion time of 10 hours per response.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the continued collection of information under Rule 17Ac2-2 and Form TA-2, as part of the annual reporting requirements for registered transfer agents. These reports help the SEC monitor transfer agents’ business activities. The estimated total time required for all 315 transfer agents to comply with these requirements is 1,359 hours, with an average of about 4.3 hours per agent. The public can view and comment on this information collection request.

The Department of Labor is asking for public comments on their information collection concerning the Carrier's Report of Issuance of Policy, Form LS-570. This is part of their effort to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The agency is interested in feedback about the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements on the data collection, and encourages suggestions for reducing the burden on respondents. Comments must be submitted by May 23, 2025, and more information is available on their website or at their office in Washington, DC.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is asking for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information for an application process. This information will help determine if a small business can appeal a government contract decision. The public can comment on this process until March 25, 2021, by visiting the given website. The SBA estimates that 300 small businesses will participate annually, with a total time burden of 2,400 hours.

The Federal Reserve Board is seeking public input on a new proposal related to the reporting of transactions involving U.S. Treasury securities and mortgage-backed securities by certain financial institutions. This proposed rule, known as FR 2956, aims to collect detailed daily transaction data from depository institutions that meet specific trading volume criteria. Comments from the public on this proposal are invited by March 22, 2021, and can be submitted through various methods including email and the Federal Reserve’s website. The Board plans to implement this new reporting requirement in 2021, under legal authority provided by the Federal Reserve Act.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting public comments on updates to its Research Infrastructure Guide (RIG). These revisions aim to improve guidelines for planning and managing infrastructure projects, focusing on aspects like construction, operations, and cyberinfrastructure. The NSF requests feedback on specific sections of the guide and outlines the estimated workload for complying with reporting requirements. Comments are needed by March 10, 2025, to be assured of consideration.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), part of the Department of Commerce, has announced the requirement for U.S. businesses to participate in a mandatory survey known as the BE-577, which collects data on U.S. direct investment abroad. This survey assesses the financial interactions and investment positions between U.S. parent companies and their foreign affiliates. Companies that hold a significant ownership stake in foreign enterprises will be individually contacted by the BEA to submit their reports, which are due 30 to 45 days after each financial quarter. This initiative is authorized by the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act, and reporting instructions are available on the BEA's website.

The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), is requesting the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review and approve the extension of an existing form related to the Rough Diamonds Control Regulations. According to these regulations, individuals or businesses receiving shipments of rough diamonds must report the receipt to the relevant foreign exporting authority within 15 days of entry into the U.S. This process affects those involved in the international diamond trade, with an estimated total of 73 respondents and about 67 total annual burden hours for reporting. The department is inviting public comments on this collection by March 31, 2025, and details can be submitted through the specified website.