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The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on a proposed new collection of information related to its Apprenticeship Evidence-Building Portfolio. This effort is part of their initiative to reduce paperwork and make data collection more efficient and understandable. The goal is to study various apprenticeship programs funded by the DOL to evaluate their design, implementation, and effectiveness in preparing individuals for jobs in growing industries. Interested parties can submit their comments by April 5, 2021, via email or mail, as specified in the notice.

The Department of Labor has ratified a rule concerning the employment of H-2A nonimmigrant agricultural workers in the U.S. This action confirms and supports the rule published on October 12, 2022, which improved standards and procedures for employing these workers. The ratification aims to address any legal uncertainties about the rule's approval process and emphasizes the rule's balance between providing agricultural labor and safeguarding U.S. workers' wages and conditions. This decision was independently reviewed and affirmed by the Assistant Secretary for Employment and Training and the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division.

The Department of Labor is asking for public comments on a proposal related to safety in underground coal mines. The proposal involves collecting information about emergency shelters, known as refuge alternatives, which are used when miners cannot escape during an emergency. This request is part of a review process under the Paperwork Reduction Act, and the public has until February 24, 2025, to submit their comments. This information will help ensure the safety regulations are practical and effective.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is asking for feedback on an information collection related to Prohibited Transaction Class Exemption 2002-12, which involves buying and selling securities between investment funds through passive or model-driven cross-trading programs. This request has been sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act and comments will be accepted until April 28, 2025. The aim is to evaluate whether the information collection is necessary, accurate, and burdensome, and if there are ways to improve or simplify it. The OMB will determine if the collection can proceed, with approval lasting up to three years.

The U.S. Department of Labor is proposing to stop issuing certificates that allow employers to pay subminimum wages to workers with disabilities under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Section 14(c). This decision is based on the conclusion that such wages are no longer necessary due to improved employment opportunities and legal protections for individuals with disabilities. If enacted, the proposal would phase out new certificates immediately and existing ones over three years, ensuring that all affected workers transition to being paid at least the regular minimum wage. The Department believes that this change reflects broader societal shifts towards equality and inclusion for workers with disabilities.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, part of the Department of Labor, is asking for public comments on the proposed reinstatement of the Contingent Work Supplement (CWS) to the Current Population Survey (CPS), scheduled for May 2025. This survey focuses on temporary jobs, independent contractors, and workers using digital platforms for employment. The goal is to gather information on these work arrangements to help policymakers understand workforce trends. The Bureau is particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, utility, and burden of this data collection.

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 Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) from the Department of Labor is requesting public comments on their proposed revisions to the "Veterans Supplement to the Current Population Survey (CPS)." This supplement provides information on veterans' labor force status and aims to help improve veteran-related policies and programs. The BLS is especially interested in feedback on the necessity and effectiveness of the information collection, its impact on respondents, and suggestions for improvement using technology. The changes will include new questions and the removal of less-used ones, with a response deadline by March 30, 2021.

The Department of Labor is proposing changes to improve the rules for administrative hearings before its Office of Administrative Law Judges. The main update is to require electronic filing and service of documents, making it easier and more efficient for lawyers and their clients. These rules also allow self-represented individuals to choose between electronic and traditional methods for filing papers. The Department has considered potential impacts and ensured that changes comply with relevant laws and regulations.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection aims to gather data on an employee's average weekly wage to determine compensation benefits under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. The public is invited to comment on aspects like the necessity and utility of the information collection. Comments must be submitted by January 29, 2025, through the specified online portal.