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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has updated the maximum civil monetary penalties to account for inflation, as mandated by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015. These adjustments are effective from January 15, 2025, through January 14, 2026. For example, the penalty for fraud facilitators in positions of trust will increase from $9,704 to $9,956, and for violative broadcasts, the penalty will rise from $63,991 to $65,653. The SSA uses the October Consumer Price Index and guidance from the Office of Management and Budget to calculate these annual updates.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is requesting feedback on the development of Child Nutrition Programs Tribal Pilot Projects. These projects, authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, will allow Tribes and Tribal organizations to take on roles traditionally held by State agencies in administering school meal programs. The USDA is seeking input from Tribes, Tribal organizations, State agencies, and others on topics like eligibility criteria and the selection process for these pilot projects. Written comments are being accepted until March 24, 2025, to help shape the application process and evaluate potential challenges and support needs.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a rule clarifying how spectrum sharing will work between different generations of non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) fixed-satellite service (FSS) systems. The rule sets specific technical criteria, including a limit on interference to earlier established satellite systems to promote effective coordination and protect network operations. A transitional protection period of ten years is specified, after which later systems must share spectrum equally with earlier systems. These measures aim to ensure efficient use of satellite spectrum and facilitate a competitive environment for new satellite entries.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend an information collection related to lime manufacturing. This includes regulations for lime kilns that ensure compliance with specific environmental standards. The public has until March 31, 2025, to submit comments about this proposed extension. The request includes keeping the current reporting obligations but updates the estimated costs due to inflation, with no changes in the burden on respondents since industry growth is low.

The Department of Justice's Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking public comments on its information collection proposal related to electronic prescriptions for controlled substances. This collection is critical for verifying practitioners' identities and managing their access to prescription systems securely. Affected groups include businesses, non-profits, and government entities, required to respond mandatorily. The DEA estimates that the total annual time burden for respondents will be 107,733 hours, with no additional cost burdens. Comments on the proposal will be accepted until March 3, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for site remediation. The request seeks to extend the approval of these standards, which mandate compliance for facilities dealing with hazardous air pollutants. It involves regular reports and record-keeping from affected facilities to ensure adherence to environmental regulations. The EPA is accepting public comments on this request until March 31, 2025, which reflects an increase in the estimated burden due to more facilities now being subject to these rules.

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is requesting a 3-year extension for the Administration for Native Americans Project Outcome Assessment Survey. This survey aids in reporting on performance measures and fulfilling statutory requirements. ACF invites public comments and suggestions on the proposed information collection until February 12, 2025. Those interested can provide feedback via the specified online platform or email.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on the renewal of an information collection request (ICR) related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Pharmaceuticals Production. This request has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and is set to extend the ICR that is currently active until February 28, 2025. The EPA is collecting this data to ensure compliance with existing regulations for pharmaceuticals manufacturing that involves hazardous pollutants. The public has an additional 30 days to provide comments on this request.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend the information collection regarding emission guidelines for municipal solid waste landfills. This extension is essential for the compliance with the EPA's regulations under the Paperwork Reduction Act. Public comments on this request are invited until February 10, 2021. The proposal aims to reduce the burden on landfills over time, as many have already completed their initial compliance requirements under state and federal plans.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request pertains to trademark registration application forms and aims to evaluate the effectiveness of current procedures. The USPTO is welcoming public comments on the matter, extending the period for additional feedback by 30 days. This process will help ensure that filing trademarks is efficient and that unnecessary burdens on the public are minimized.