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The Department of Labor has issued a notice regarding a proposed exemption for certain prohibited transaction restrictions relating to Goldman Sachs. This exemption, if granted, would allow certain entities affiliated with Goldman Sachs to continue engaging in activities normally restricted by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), despite Goldman Sachs Malaysia's conviction under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. The exemption is proposed to last five years, and public comments are invited until February 10, 2021. The measures aim to protect affected plans and ensure compliance with specific conditions during the exemption period.

The U.S. Department of Labor has introduced a new rule requiring most legal representatives to file documents electronically and accept electronic service in cases before the Administrative Review Board (ARB), unless given an exemption for a good reason. This rule aims to streamline procedures and reduce reliance on paper documents by establishing a new set of rules for filing and service. Self-represented individuals will, however, have the option to file either electronically or conventionally. The rule is expected to make the process more efficient and aligns with practices used in federal courts.

The Department of Labor is seeking public feedback on their request to collect information through the DOL Events Management Platform. This platform helps gather registration details for various events organized by the Department. The information collection has to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act, which ensures the necessity and utility of the data collected. The public can submit comments on the proposal until March 15, 2021, before it is reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget for approval.

The Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration announced updates to the Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWR) for H-2A temporary agricultural workers in the U.S. These wage rates are the minimum amounts employers must pay to ensure that the U.S. workers' wages and conditions are not negatively impacted. The new AEWRs, effective December 16, 2024, or December 30, 2024, for certain states due to a court order, apply to specific agricultural job categories. The rates are based on the USDA's Farm Labor Report and ensure that employers pay workers adequately according to established wage data.

The Department of Labor has requested public comments on a new information collection related to injuries from operating mechanical power presses. This request is part of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's efforts in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They aim to gather data on incidents involving employee injuries, including details such as the cause and the number of people involved, to improve workplace safety. The public is invited to comment on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to minimize the burden of this information collection until January 13, 2025.

The Department of Labor is seeking public feedback on an information collection request about the Consumer Price Index Housing Survey. This request, backed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, is being submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for approval. The survey helps gather essential data to calculate the Consumer Price Index, which measures inflation and is used to adjust dollar values. Individuals and households are primarily involved in this survey, and comments can be submitted until April 7, 2025.

The Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) is asking for public comments on the proposal to continue using electronic service orders to waive the requirement of sending certain workers' compensation notices by certified mail. This change is intended to make information collection more efficient, reduce paperwork, and lessen the burden on those who have to respond to these notices. The public has until May 6, 2025, to provide feedback on whether the proposed information collection is useful and how it might be improved. Comments can be submitted online or via mail, with more details available on the OWCP website.

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 Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting public comments on a proposed information collection related to the registration and identification of independent contractors for the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). This collection is intended to improve the enforcement of safety regulations and assess fines for violations. Comments are due by February 24, 2025, and can be submitted online. The collection is expected to impact businesses, with over 22,000 respondents anticipated, and necessitates over 18,000 hours annually to complete.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting public comments on an information collection proposal related to the Jobs for Veterans State Grants Reports. These grants provide funds to states and territories to support veteran employment services. The project is sponsored by the Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) and is up for review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The public can share feedback on the necessity, usefulness, and efficiency of the information being collected until May 19, 2025.