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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reviewing a new information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves FM broadcasters using boosters to originate programming for brief periods, allowing different content from the main station's broadcasts. The FCC seeks public comments on the necessity and impact of this information collection, addressing concerns like reducing paperwork, ensuring accurate burden estimates, and utilizing technology to decrease respondent burden. Additionally, broadcasters must meet specific notification requirements and certifications related to the Emergency Alert System and public interest considerations.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is inviting public comments on a new proposed information collection aimed at improving customer services. As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the notice allows for 60 days of public input on the proposed data gathering effort. The information collection seeks to enhance the customer experience with government services, similar to private-sector standards, using a variety of methods such as surveys and interviews. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on the necessity of this data collection, its estimated burden, and suggestions for improving its effectiveness and minimizing its impact on respondents.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is asking for public comments on extending the approval for information collection requirements related to the flammability standards of carpets and rugs. This relates to rules under the Flammable Fabrics Act, and the current approval will expire in March 2025. The CPSC estimates that around 120 manufacturers and importers are affected, and the process involves significant testing and recordkeeping. They are seeking input on the necessity and burden of these requirements, especially regarding potential cost reductions through technology.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comments on its proposed collection of information for the Pool Safely Grant Program (PSGP) application. This program is designed to provide funding to state, local, and tribal governments to help prevent drowning and drain entrapment in swimming pools and spas. The grants, ranging from $50,000 to $400,000, aim to support education, training, and enforcement of pool safety requirements. The CPSC provided details about the application process, estimated burden, and cost, and invites feedback on the necessity, utility, and ways to minimize the burden of the proposed information collection.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is requesting an extension for collecting certain information using Form 1-K, as required under the Paperwork Reduction Act. Form 1-K is mandatory for Tier 2 issuers who conduct offerings under Regulation A and need to file annual reports. There are about 353 issuers that file this form each year, and preparing it requires around 600 hours. The public can submit comments on this information request from December 12, 2024, to January 13, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on the continuation of an information collection for the Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) Program. This program provides assistance to state, tribal, and local governments for managing fires that pose a major disaster threat. The information helps FEMA determine grant eligibility and manage the grants effectively. Public comments are invited to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the data collection. Comments can be submitted online until April 26, 2021.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and agency comments on its proposed information collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC aims to alleviate paperwork burdens and improve the collection of information, particularly for small businesses. The comments will assess the necessity, utility, and accuracy of the information collected, and suggest ways to optimize this process. The submission deadline for written comments is April 27, 2021, and comments can be emailed to Cathy Williams at the FCC.

The Department of Justice, through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), has announced a 60-day period for public comment on changes to an existing information collection. This collection aims to revise the estimated public burden and cost associated with respondents, including the value of time, shifting from $0 to $535, and requiring only 2 total hours from 7 respondents. The public, including government and private sector stakeholders, is encouraged to provide feedback to enhance the quality and efficiency of this collection process. These updates are part of ATF's broader effort to refine its strategic goals and adapt to external factors, as mandated by the Government Performance and Results Modernization Act of 2010.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on the information collection required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The comments should address whether this information collection is necessary, its practical utility, the accuracy of the burden estimates, ways to improve its quality and clarity, and how to reduce the burden on small businesses. The deadline for submitting comments is May 19, 2025. This effort is part of the FCC's ongoing review to minimize paperwork burdens.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and federal agency comments on its information collection efforts as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC wants feedback on the necessity and utility of the information collected, its accuracy in estimating the paperwork burden, and suggestions for improving quality and reducing burden, particularly for small businesses. The current information collection involves 2,925 respondents and requires 244,477 hours annually to complete. These efforts are part of a broader initiative to ensure that telecom services remain fair and reasonable, particularly following changes in rules for toll-free service charges.