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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is asking the public for comments on an information collection process related to emergency management priorities. This process supports the President's authority under the Defense Production Act to prioritize and allocate resources for national defense, including homeland security and emergency preparedness. The information helps ensure timely delivery of goods and services needed for emergency management. Comments are welcomed to assess the necessity, utility, and potential improvements of this process, and must be submitted by March 5, 2021.

The New York Stock Exchange LLC (NYSE) has proposed a new rule change to establish guidelines for distributing power to its co-located users, amidst high demand due to market conditions like the COVID-19 pandemic. The proposed procedures aim to manage the increased need for power and ensure a fair distribution among users. Users can currently purchase power through new cabinets or upgrades, but if demand exceeds a certain level, limitations and waitlists will be introduced. These changes are designed to ensure equitable access to power and cabinets for all market participants and to prevent any unfair advantages.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a final rule that requires its regulations to be reviewed periodically, with most regulations set to expire automatically every ten years unless reviewed. This is intended to ensure that regulations stay up-to-date and relevant. The final rule also includes processes for public comments and specifies the criteria for reviews, which include assessing whether the regulations significantly impact small entities, and if they are still necessary or need amendments. Certain regulations, such as those mandated by federal law and the annual Medicare payment update rules, are exempt from these reviews.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is requesting feedback on the development of Child Nutrition Programs Tribal Pilot Projects. These projects, authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, will allow Tribes and Tribal organizations to take on roles traditionally held by State agencies in administering school meal programs. The USDA is seeking input from Tribes, Tribal organizations, State agencies, and others on topics like eligibility criteria and the selection process for these pilot projects. Written comments are being accepted until March 24, 2025, to help shape the application process and evaluate potential challenges and support needs.

The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public feedback on a proposed information collection by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). This collection involves various forms used to assess the needs and status of unaccompanied children in ORR custody and their potential sponsors. The forms have been reorganized to improve efficiency and include new ones designed to better gather critical data, like language preferences and health information, while acknowledging diverse gender identities. The public has until February 28, 2025, to submit comments on the proposed changes.

The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy and the United States Marine Corps, has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeking approval for a new information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This collection involves the Navy Access Control Management System and the U.S. Marine Corps Biometric and Automated Access Control System to manage base access. It aims to ensure security by verifying individual identities using biometric data. The public has until March 31, 2021, to submit comments on this proposal.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking notifications from owners and operators of coastwise-qualified launch barges or others interested in working with platform jackets. These notifications, which include details such as company contact information and specifications of the vessels, will help maximize the use of these vessels for transportation and installation tasks on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. Comments must be submitted by March 3, 2025, and can be sent via mail or through an online portal.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is requesting approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information related to the Transfer and Consolidation of Public Housing Programs. This process aims to ensure that public housing properties continue to be used correctly and that financial support from HUD reaches the appropriate agencies managing such properties. HUD invites public feedback on this proposed information collection, offering a 60-day period for comments to be submitted.

The U.S. Department of Education has decided to withdraw a proposed rule change that would have affected regulations regarding religious student organizations at public colleges and universities. Initially, the Department planned to rescind certain rules related to these organizations, but after receiving around 58,000 public comments, they've chosen not to proceed. This decision was influenced by the concerns presented in the comments, the upcoming change in administration, and the resources required to address all the feedback. The existing rules will continue to be in place for now, but the Department will not actively investigate possible rule violations unless directed by a court decision.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) plans to expand the Purchased/Referred Care Delivery Area (PRCDA) for the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska. This expansion will allow more members of the Iowa Tribe to access special medical services by including Jackson County in Kansas and Holt County in Missouri in the PRCDA. Currently, the PRCDA covers counties in Kansas and Nebraska, and this change would add approximately 77 more Tribal members to those eligible for these services. The IHS seeks public comments on this proposal and has confirmed that local tribes do not have objections to the overlapping PRCDAs.