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The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) of the Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on a proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This request involves developing new metrics and standards to evaluate the performance of intercity passenger trains, like those operated by Amtrak. The FRA asks for comments on several aspects of this information collection, including its necessity, efficiency, and how it might be enhanced or simplified. Comments should be submitted by March 22, 2021, to ensure they are fully considered.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an extension of the comment period for an information collection request related to reduced fees, allowing public comments until February 16, 2021. This extension follows legal challenges that halted a final rule which would have changed the fee schedule and eliminated the reduced fee form, Form I-942. The notice invites public feedback concerning the necessity, accuracy, and impact of collecting this information. The form is used to assess eligibility for reduced fees for immigration benefits, impacting individuals or households, and estimates suggest 4,491 respondents with a total burden cost of $19,087.

The Department of Labor is asking the public for comments on its plan to collect data related to workforce programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The information is required for these programs to report their performance. People have until February 5, 2025, to submit their comments. The proposed collection affects state, local, and tribal governments and is expected to include over 19 million responses, taking an estimated total of almost 4.85 million hours annually to complete.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a collection of information to continue designating appraisers and collecting appraisal reports. This is part of the process to ensure accuracy in mortgage insurance under the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), particularly for buyers with limited income and low property equity. HUD is inviting public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and methods of this information collection by February 25, 2025. The collection aims to uphold the quality of appraisals and provide information to potential homeowners about the benefits of independent home inspections.

Cboe EDGA Exchange, Inc. has proposed a change to its fee schedule to introduce charges for the use of Dedicated Cores, which are CPU cores dedicated to specific users, providing reduced latency and improved performance. The new fee structure allows users up to two free Dedicated Cores, with additional fees for more: $650 per core for 3-10 cores, $850 per core for 11-15 cores, and $1,050 per core for 16 or more cores. This proposal aims to balance demand with physical space limitations in their data centers, and it remains an optional service for users. The Securities and Exchange Commission invites public comments on this rule change.

Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission to change its rules to allow listing options on certain Bitcoin ETFs, such as the iShares Bitcoin Trust and the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust. The primary goal is to give investors a way to trade options tied to Bitcoin prices through a regulated exchange, which can be more transparent and secure than over-the-counter markets. These options will have a position limit of 25,000 contracts to prevent market manipulation, and the proposal includes provisions for initial and continued listing standards. The SEC is inviting public comments on this proposal.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a new Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This request, titled General Performance Reporting for Assistance Programs, aims to gather information from entities receiving financial assistance from the EPA to better manage and evaluate its programs. Public comments on this collection request are encouraged and may be submitted until January 9, 2025. The request involves collecting performance reports, including work plans and interim and final reports, from approximately 2,662 respondents annually, with an estimated total burden of 87,088 hours each year.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), part of the Treasury Department, is seeking public comments on an information collection titled "Covered Savings Associations Notice," in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This notice aims to reduce paperwork and ensure efficiency by renewing procedures that allow certain Federal savings associations to operate with the same rights as national banks. Comments on the proposal should be submitted by April 14, 2025, and will be considered in the final decision process. The OCC is particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, clarity, and burden of the information collection.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a provisionally accepted settlement with Cybex International, Inc. The settlement involves a civil penalty of $7,950,000 due to Cybex's failure to promptly report defects in their Arm Curl and Smith Press machines, which posed serious injury risks. Cybex has agreed to enhance its compliance program but does not admit to any wrongdoing. The public can submit comments or objections to this settlement until March 4, 2021.

The Department of Labor is proposing changes to certain forms related to labor-management reporting and is seeking public comments. These changes involve requiring an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for identification purposes on specific forms, as well as outlining new differentiation requirements between primary consultants and sub-consultants. The goal is to improve clarity and efficiency in reporting and ensure transparency. The public is invited to comment, particularly on the necessity and burden of these revisions, before January 13, 2025.