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The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) has introduced proposed rules requiring certain registered public accounting firms to report firm- and engagement-level metrics on their audit practices. These metrics will provide stakeholders like investors and audit committees with valuable insights into audit processes, helping them make informed decisions. The metrics cover areas such as partner and manager involvement, workload, training, and retention of audit personnel. The PCAOB believes this initiative will enhance investor protection and foster transparency by offering more consistent and comparable information about audits and auditors.

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 Department of Commerce is inviting comments on a survey designed to study how small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are coping during the COVID-19 pandemic and planning for future disasters. This survey, known as the "Small and Medium-Sized Business Complex Event COVID-19 Survey (Wave 3)," is a part of ongoing research to understand business resilience. The feedback will be used to assess the impact of data collection and reduce any reporting burden on the public. Interested parties can comment until March 22, 2021, and participation in the survey is voluntary.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is asking the public for feedback on how companies that provide financial services handle consumers' personal financial data. They want to understand how these companies collect, use, and share data from consumer payments. The information collected will help CFPB make decisions on whether to update regulations to better protect consumer privacy. Anyone interested can share their thoughts, and CFPB particularly wants to hear from consumers, advocates, researchers, and businesses by April 11, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Energy is implementing a new rule that exempts certain records from the Privacy Act of 1974 because those records contain classified information. This new system, known as DOE-85, involves research, technology, and economic security reviews and aims to manage risks related to national security and foreign policy. The rule is effective January 16, 2025, and is tailored to protect classified information while allowing DOE to coordinate effectively with other agencies. Despite public concerns, the DOE maintains that these exemptions are necessary and do not violate laws like the Freedom of Information Act.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comments on its plan to collect information regarding the fit and comfort of motorcycle safety gear, such as helmets, gloves, and jackets, from riders across different motorcycle events. This collection aims to gather opinions on how comfortable and protective their gear is, contributing to improved motorcycle safety programs. Participants will include 625 motorcyclists who will provide data by using tablets and engaging with researchers at events. The public is invited to comment on various aspects of this information collection, including its necessity and potential ways to reduce the burden on those participating.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to change the fees it charges to licensees for the fiscal year 2021 in order to comply with the Nuclear Energy Innovation and Modernization Act (NEIMA). These changes will include amending various fees such as licensing, inspection, and annual fees to help the NRC recover nearly 100% of its annual budget. Additionally, the NRC plans to introduce improvements to the invoicing process and establish a new procedure for disputing errors in service fee invoices. The public is invited to comment on the proposal by March 24, 2021.

The Department of Justice has issued a final rule to implement Executive Order 14117, which aims to prevent certain countries or individuals from accessing sensitive personal and government-related data of Americans. This rule identifies specific data transactions that are either prohibited or restricted due to national security risks posed by foreign interests. The regulation outlines prohibited data transactions and establishes procedures to authorize or restrict them through licensing. It aims to protect U.S. national security by limiting access to sensitive data by countries considered to be a threat.

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) is seeking public input on its plan to extend a 3-year information collection effort called the "Annual Tank Car Survey". This survey aims to gather data on tank car facilities capable of modifying or building tank cars to meet new safety specifications outlined in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. The information collected will help the Department of Transportation estimate the number of tank cars that will be updated or constructed to these safer standards. Individuals have until March 12, 2021, to submit their comments to BTS, with details on how to do so provided in the notice.

The Department of Education has proposed new priorities and requirements for the Innovative Rehabilitation Training program. This initiative focuses on modernizing vocational rehabilitation (VR) training for counselors to better serve people with disabilities, ensuring they achieve quality employment outcomes. The proposal outlines six significant areas, such as engaging VR participants, aligning career assessments with current job trends, and preparing individuals for STEM careers. The public is encouraged to provide feedback by January 17, 2025, as part of the ongoing process to refine these proposals.