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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will hold an open meeting for the Inland Waterways Users Board on April 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CST at the Paducah-McCracken County Convention and Expo Center in Paducah, KY. The meeting will cover topics such as updates on the Inland Waterways Trust Fund and various navigation projects. Public participation is encouraged through written or verbal comments, with specific requirements for submitting these comments in advance. For more information, individuals can contact Mr. Paul D. Clouse or Mr. Steven D. Riley via the provided contact details.

The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued a notice regarding a request submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of certain information collection requirements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 15. These requirements include providing details on make-or-buy decisions, negotiations, unit prices, ownership changes, and pass-through charges to ensure fair contracting practices. Public comments on this proposal are invited until April 14, 2025.

The Department of Defense has issued a notification of a proposed arms sale to Kazakhstan, which includes various military equipment such as Raytheon AST TITAN Communication Intelligence Sensor Suites, King Air B300ER Scorpion aircraft, and other related systems. The total estimated value of this sale is $128.1 million and aims to enhance Kazakhstan's defense capabilities, helping it to address regional threats and ensure border security. This deal supports U.S. foreign policy goals and has been found not to affect the military balance in the region or U.S. defense readiness. The primary contractor for this sale will be Sierra Nevada Corporation.

The Department of the Navy has introduced a new system of records called the Command Individual Risk and Resiliency System (CIRRAS) for the United States Marine Corps (USMC). This system will assist Commanding Officers and Senior Enlisted Advisors in making better decisions about force preservation and risk management for Marines and Service Members. CIRRAS will record and analyze various personal and service-related data to quickly identify individuals needing immediate attention, supporting unit readiness, and helping commanders implement strategies to mitigate risks. Public feedback on the system's usage practices will be accepted until March 24, 2021.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is asking for public comments on a new information collection proposal submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. This information collection relates to the Overseas Citizen Population Survey, which gathers data to help the Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) fulfill requirements under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA). The survey involves 18,000 respondents and aims to analyze voter participation among U.S. civilians living abroad, helping to assess and improve voting processes. Comments are welcome until January 15, 2025, and further details can be accessed online or via contact with Mr. Reginald Lucas at the Department of Defense.

The Defense Acquisition Regulations System has asked the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a revision and extension of information collection related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Part 229, Taxes. This collection helps the Department of Defense (DoD) ensure contractors in the United Kingdom seek relief from customs duty on fuels used in certain vehicles, as required by contracts. The proposal involves 12 respondents each making about 2.33 submissions a year, totaling an annual burden of 112 hours. Public comments on this proposal must be received by February 18, 2021.

The Department of the Air Force issued a correction notice for five categorical exclusions listed in the Federal Register on November 25, 2024. This correction involves changes to wording and descriptions for certain activities that are excluded from environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act. Specifically, adjustments were made to ensure clarity and compliance with existing laws and standards. The notice includes revised wording that clarifies the activities and requirements for projects involving NASA and other federal entities.

The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy and the United States Marine Corps, has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeking approval for a new information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This collection involves the Navy Access Control Management System and the U.S. Marine Corps Biometric and Automated Access Control System to manage base access. It aims to ensure security by verifying individual identities using biometric data. The public has until March 31, 2021, to submit comments on this proposal.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking public comments on a proposal submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The proposal involves collecting information through the Service Academy Gender Relations Survey, which gathers data about sexual assault, harassment, and gender relations in U.S. Military Service Academies like West Point and the U.S. Naval Academy. The survey aims to improve existing programs and policies by assessing the environment and social perspectives at these academies. The DoD plans to collect this information biennially and invites comments by January 15, 2025.

The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection aims to assess the non-medical counseling needs of military children through the CYB-MFLC program. The feedback will help determine whether the program effectively meets these needs and identify any service gaps. Interested parties can submit comments electronically by March 22, 2021.