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  • 2025-06728 — Information Collection Activities; Comment Request
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16559
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) of the Department of Labor is seeking public comments on the proposed extension of the "Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses." This survey helps measure work injuries and illnesses in various industries and contributes to improving workplace safety and health standards. The BLS has introduced changes like a new data series for cases involving job restrictions and updated classification systems starting in 2023. They are testing additional contact methods to improve the survey's response rates, which have declined recently. Interested parties can submit comments until June 17, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Labor wants people to share their thoughts on a special survey that checks how workers get hurt or sick on the job. They hope to find better ways to ask questions and get more answers by trying new things, like using different ways to contact people.

  • 2025-06680 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; American Community Survey (ACS) Methods Panel Tests
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16496
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The U.S. Census Bureau plans to conduct various tests on the American Community Survey (ACS) to improve its data collection methods. They will explore different strategies to increase response rates, such as adjusting the timing of mailing surveys and updating the design of online response options. These tests are also aimed at reducing costs and improving the quality of data collected. Public comments on the proposals are welcomed for 30 days following the publication date of this notice.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Census Bureau is trying out new ways to ask people questions so that more people answer, it costs less money, and the information is better. They're inviting everyone to share their thoughts about these new ideas for 30 days.