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The Department of Labor (DOL) is asking for public feedback on a proposed information collection related to the recruitment standards for Guam Military Base Realignment Contractors. This request, under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), aims to gather opinions about the necessity and efficacy of the data collection. The goal is to improve the recruitment of U.S. workers for projects in Guam as required by the National Defense Authorization Act of 2010. Public comments will be accepted until February 14, 2025, and the proposed collection is intended to last for three years.

The Department of Labor is submitting an information collection request about the Alien Claims Activity Report to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This report collects data on how states use the USCIS Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlement (SAVE) Program to manage unemployment insurance claims by non-citizens. The department invites public comments by February 14, 2025, regarding the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of this information collection. The goal is to gather evidence on the program's usage and effectiveness to support continued authorization under the Paperwork Reduction Act for the next three years.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), part of the Department of Justice (DOJ), plans to submit an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget. This request, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, aims to revise the collection of information for the ATF Citizens' Academy Application form. The revision includes updating the estimated number of respondents and their related time burden for completing the form, which has decreased from previous years. The public is invited to provide comments on the proposal, particularly concerning the accuracy, utility, and the reduction of respondent burden.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting public comments as part of its submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) concerning the Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees Handbook 391. This request is related to collecting information from state workforce agencies to process unemployment claims for federal employees. The DOL aims to obtain authorization to collect this information for three years, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. Public comments are invited on the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of the data collection and ways to reduce the burden on respondents.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on the renewal of an information collection tool known as the Safety Assurance System (SAS) External Portal. This online tool helps applicants and certificate holders exchange information with Flight Standards employees for tasks like submitting applications and documents related to aviation certification and maintenance. Comments are invited on aspects like the necessity of the information collection and its burden, with the comment period closing on February 18, 2025. The portal aims to streamline processes by providing direct access to necessary forms and reducing wait times.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting public comments on an information collection relating to the employment of H-2B nonimmigrant workers. This request, part of the Employment and Training Administration's (ETA) efforts, seeks to gather opinions on the necessity and utility of the information being collected. Interested parties can submit comments until May 19, 2025. The ICR involves a form for employers who want to hire H-2B workers under specific legislative provisions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a new rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to address health risks associated with the chemical C.I. Pigment Violet 29 (PV29). This rule focuses on minimizing inhalation risks by requiring the use of protective gear and regular cleaning in workplaces that handle PV29 in its dry powder form. The EPA has also proposed to implement recordkeeping and labeling requirements to ensure compliance and communication throughout the supply chain. Public comments are being requested to help refine the proposal and ensure its effectiveness in protecting workers' health.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information as required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice discusses the requirements and expected burdens associated with the information collection for the End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Conditions for Coverage and Supporting Regulations and the Expanding Access to Women's Health Grant. The public has until February 21, 2025, to submit their input, which can help improve the effectiveness and efficiency of these programs.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a new rule aimed at improving succession planning for federally insured credit unions. This rule mandates that these credit unions create a written succession plan covering key positions and specifies that the plan must be regularly updated at least every 24 months. Responding to public comments, the NCUA has made several adjustments, such as reducing the frequency of required plan reviews and removing certain officials from the mandatory coverage list. The rule will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving credit unions time to prepare.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, has announced four awards to health organizations in Guinea, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Tanzania. These awards aim to boost public health efforts, including disease surveillance, outbreak response, and laboratory development, over a five-year period from 2025 to 2030. The total funding for these projects amounts to approximately $31 million, with specific allocations for each country's agency. This initiative seeks to strengthen global health readiness and the ability to respond quickly to health emergencies.