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The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public comments on its request to extend, for one more year, the use of Form ORR-1 for the Cash and Medical Assistance Program. This form helps estimate the financial needs for providing assistance to refugees and certain other eligible groups. Feedback is encouraged within 30 days of the notice's publication, as the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) will decide about the information collection within 30 to 60 days. The program is vital for states to receive reimbursement for services offered to eligible individuals upon their arrival in the United States.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is introducing a new system of records to be managed by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) within its Administration for Children and Families. This system, titled ORR Unaccompanied Children Bureau Child Abuse or Neglect Investigation Records and Central Registry, aims to document cases related to child abuse or neglect at ORR facilities and maintain a registry to vet individuals who may work with unaccompanied children. The information stored will be used for investigations and to ensure that those with a history of abuse or neglect are not allowed to work or volunteer in positions involving direct contact with children under ORR care. Importantly, the data recorded will not be shared for immigration enforcement purposes without prior written consent from the individual concerned.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, initially sought public comments on proposed changes to its Family Reunification Application and Sponsor Care Agreement. However, ORR has decided not to pursue these changes and is withdrawing its request for public feedback. This decision was documented in the Federal Register on January 5, 2021. Interested parties can reach out to Toby Biswas, Esq., for further information.

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a reorganization to create the Unaccompanied Children Office of the Ombuds (UCOO). This new office will be led by a Director, or "Ombuds," and will oversee issues related to the care and custody of unaccompanied children. The UCOO will investigate reports and work with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) to resolve concerns. Additionally, it will provide recommendations to improve policies and ensure the protection of unaccompanied children.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comments on changes to forms used to provide services to unaccompanied alien children (UAC). These forms are part of a collection approved under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and include new additions and revisions to existing ones, which will now be integrated into ORR's new case management system, known as UAC Path. The objective is to ensure the safety and well-being of these children in compliance with statute and ORR policy. Public comments on these changes are requested within 60 days of notice publication.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is seeking public comments on changes to an approved information collection related to the Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) Program. These changes include updates to several forms to improve compliance monitoring and administrative tasks. Two new instruments will be added to the collection, while one existing instrument will be removed. The public has 60 days to submit comments on whether these updates are necessary, accurate, and useful.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comment on proposed changes to forms used in evaluating sponsors for Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC). These revisions include more detailed information collection to assess sponsor suitability, removal of duplicate sections, and the establishment of a deadline for submitting necessary documents. Additionally, there's a new option for potential sponsors to voluntarily submit to a DNA test to prove their biological relationship to the child. The proposal also requires sponsors to engage in post-release services to ensure the child's continued well-being. The public has 60 days to submit comments on these proposed revisions.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is addressing an issue with a direct final rule published on December 23, 2024, which was intended to take effect on February 6, 2025. Due to administrative problems, including a wrong email address, HHS is reopening the public comment period and changing the effective date to March 21, 2025. This rule exempts a new Privacy Act system of records, related to the investigation of child abuse or neglect, from certain Privacy Act requirements. People can submit comments until March 5, 2025, using specific methods listed in the document.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is asking for public comments on changes to their process of collecting information about unaccompanied children. This includes moving some forms to a new collection for incident reporting and revising other forms to make them clearer and more efficient. They want feedback on whether these changes are useful, accurate, clear, and how they could be less burdensome for people to fill out. Comments are requested by February 18, 2025, and the public is encouraged to share their thoughts.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public comments on proposed changes to its information collection process for the Unaccompanied Children Bureau. These changes include the reorganization and update of several reporting forms to enhance operational efficiency, clarify reporting requirements, and improve data collection related to incidents involving unaccompanied children. The deadline for submitting comments on these changes is February 25, 2025. ORR aims to gather feedback on whether the information collection is necessary, the accuracy of burden estimates, the clarity of the information, and potential ways to reduce the burden on respondents.