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The Economic Development Administration (EDA), part of the Department of Commerce, is inviting public comments on its information collection practices as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking feedback to help assess and improve their processes, reduce the public's reporting burden, and evaluate the necessity and utility of the information collected. This notice allows for 60 days of public comment before the collection submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Comments need to be submitted by February 3, 2025.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has proposed a rule change aimed at accelerating arbitration proceedings for those who qualify due to age or health conditions. Under the proposal, individuals aged 70 or older or those with a serious health condition can request quicker processing of their cases to ensure they can participate meaningfully in the arbitration. FINRA aims to shorten the arbitration timeline to approximately ten months, compared to the standard process which can take much longer. The change is intended to ensure fairer outcomes for individuals who may otherwise face difficulties participating due to health or age-related issues.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is proposing changes to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to better align it with international guidelines, specifically the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Revision 7. This proposed rule aims to improve how chemical hazards are communicated to employers and employees, ensuring greater consistency and effectiveness. The updates included in the rule cover how hazards are classified, how labels are created, and technical updates to safety data sheets, among others. The public is invited to submit comments on these proposed changes by April 19, 2021.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is proposing a rule to exempt certain Whole Health well-being services from copayment requirements for Veterans. These services include education and skill-building programs, and complementary and integrative health services like yoga and meditation, provided within the VA Whole Health System of Care. By removing copayments, the aim is to encourage more Veterans to engage in these services, which focus on overall well-being rather than specific medical conditions. The public can submit their comments on this proposal by March 4, 2025.

The Department of Labor is asking for public comments on a proposed information collection related to the safety standards for acrylonitrile (AN) exposure. This request is sponsored by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and seeks approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection aims to ensure that workers are safe from harmful exposure to AN by monitoring exposure levels, providing medical surveillance, and training. The department is looking for feedback on various aspects of the information collection, including its necessity, accuracy, and methods to reduce the burden on respondents.

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 Institute of Museum and Library Services has submitted an information collection request for the 2021-2023 Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Program to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The program aims to support Native American libraries by enhancing digital services, educational programs, and preservation efforts. The agency seeks public comments to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the proposed information collection. Eligible applicants are Indian tribes, and the grants will help improve library services for diverse and underserved communities.

The Department of Commerce through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking public comments on the proposed information collection related to financing resilience in coastal areas. This initiative aims to assess the needs of coastal managers in funding resilience activities and compiling a market analysis of available funding mechanisms. The information will be gathered through interviews with key stakeholders and will inform NOAA's strategy in offering technical and financial support for coastal resilience. Comments on the proposal are welcome and should be submitted by March 29, 2021.

The Office on Violence Against Women within the Department of Justice is proposing to extend an existing information collection. They are seeking feedback on the necessity and effectiveness of this information collection, which involves applicants for grants related to the Violence Against Women Act. The information will be used to evaluate and improve grant programs designed to combat domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Public comments will be accepted until January 31, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule to adjust civil monetary penalties for inflation, as required by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act. This rule, effective January 15, 2025, ensures that penalties keep up with inflation, applying a cost-of-living adjustment multiplier based on changes in the Consumer Price Index. The adjustments apply to penalties assessed after the effective date, maintaining the penalties' deterrent effect. This regulation does not consider public comments due to the non-discretionary nature of the inflation adjustments mandated by the Act.