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The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), part of the Department of Commerce, is conducting a mandatory survey called the Quarterly Survey of U.S. Airline Operators' Foreign Revenues and Expenses (BE-37). This survey collects data from U.S. airline operators involved in international transportation if their total revenues or expenses are $500,000 or more. Reports must be submitted using BEA's electronic system, and they are due 30 days after the end of each quarter. The survey aims to measure U.S. trade in transport services and is authorized by the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act.

The Department of Commerce, through the Economic Development Administration (EDA), has issued a notice requesting public comment on a revised information collection concerning the Tech Hubs initiative. This initiative aims to enhance U.S. economic and national security by promoting regional innovation and competitiveness. The revised information collection will help ensure that investments in designated Tech Hubs are data-driven and accountable. Public comments are sought to evaluate the necessity, efficiency, and burden of this data collection to improve its effectiveness.

The Department of Commerce, through the Census Bureau, is seeking public feedback on its plan to continue the Quarterly Financial Report (QFR) program. This program collects data on the financial status of U.S. corporations, targeting those in manufacturing, mining, and several other sectors. The collected information is crucial for economic analysis and requires the involvement of businesses with significant assets. Comments on the proposed information collection, which aims to minimize the burden on respondents, can be submitted until March 26, 2021.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public feedback on a new plan to collect emergency economic information from businesses and organizations during unexpected events like pandemics or natural disasters. This initiative aims to quickly gather important data to understand the economic impact of such emergencies and to help decision-makers respond effectively. The Census Bureau will use a set of pre-approved questions and provide this information to relevant authorities, business leaders, and the public. Comments on this proposal are invited to ensure it meets its purpose efficiently and minimizes the burden on those responding.

The Department of Commerce is submitting an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the National Survey of Children's Health. This survey gathers data on the health and well-being of children across the United States, helping agencies estimate national and state-level impacts, especially for children with special health care needs. The survey involves about 375,000 addresses and uses both web and mail questionnaires, with some households receiving cash incentives to encourage participation. Written comments on the survey are invited within 30 days of the notice's publication.

The Department of Commerce is asking for feedback on their collection of information regarding the Fishery Capacity Reduction Program. This request is part of efforts to manage the burden of reporting on the public, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The main goal of the program is to reduce fishing capacity by compensating fishermen to give up their fishing permits or vessels. The public is encouraged to send their comments by March 23, 2021, to help evaluate and improve the information collection process.

The U.S. Census Bureau, under the Department of Commerce, is seeking public comments on the extension of an existing survey called the Current Population Survey, School Enrollment Supplement. This survey collects data on school and college enrollment, as well as demographics of students, to help policymakers make informed decisions. They are inviting comments on the necessity and efficiency of this survey until February 24, 2025. People interested can email or submit them online, and all submissions will become part of the public record.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has introduced new regulations to strengthen the security of the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) supply chain in accordance with Executive Order 13873. Effective March 22, 2021, these rules will allow the Secretary of Commerce to review, block, or impose conditions on transactions between U.S. and foreign entities that may pose security risks due to involvement with foreign adversaries. The regulations outline a process for reviewing transactions and require entities to retain records related to a transaction if it is under review. Additionally, certain countries such as China, Iran, and Russia are identified as foreign adversaries, and the rule aims to protect U.S. national security by mitigating risks associated with these and other foreign entities.

The Department of Commerce, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking public feedback on their information collection process associated with the National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council. In line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, the goal is to revise the application process and gather comments to minimize the public's reporting burden. The NOAA is inviting comments until April 6, 2021, and feedback will help in evaluating the necessity and effectiveness of the information collected. The collected data will assist in the selection of members for advisory councils that provide guidance on the management of marine sanctuaries.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), part of the Department of Commerce, has announced a mandatory survey for U.S. insurance companies that deal with foreign entities, called the Quarterly Survey of Insurance Transactions by U.S. Insurance Companies with Foreign Persons (BE-45). This survey aims to collect data on the trade of insurance services between the U.S. and foreign entities to understand the impact of U.S. trade. U.S. companies that have insurance transactions surpassing $8 million in a year must report, and BEA will contact those required to file the survey. Reports are due within 30 days after the end of each calendar quarter, except the final quarter, which has a 45-day deadline.