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The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB) has established a new system of records called the CFPB.029, Public Health and Safety System. This system, created under the Privacy Act of 1974, is designed to collect and manage information necessary for maintaining a safe and healthy environment during public health emergencies, like pandemics or other incidents. It will include data from individuals who access CFPB facilities or events to trace possible exposures to pathogens or hazardous materials. This system aims to protect all those at CFPB locations and to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety laws and regulations.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced a new computer matching program with the Universal Service Administrative Company and the Utah Department of Workforce Services. This program aims to verify if applicants and subscribers for the Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) are eligible by checking if they receive certain benefits like SNAP and Medicaid. The verification process uses the National Verifier to ensure that those who qualify can receive discounts on broadband and voice services. The program begins on March 27, 2025, and will last for 18 months.

In the Federal Register notice document published on December 21, 2020, a correction has been made. The date mentioned in the DATES section on page 83084, third column, lines two and four, has been changed. The original date "January 20, 2021" should now be read as "January 21, 2021." This change ensures the document reflects the correct deadlines.

The Department of Education has announced a new Computer Matching Agreement with the Department of Defense. This agreement aims to identify children of military service members who died in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2001, to see if they qualify for increased financial aid under the Higher Education Act. The agreement will be effective from March 1, 2021, and will remain active for 18 months, with the possibility of extending for an additional 12 months if certain conditions are met. The matching program uses data such as Social Security Numbers and birth dates to identify eligible students.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) has announced a proposal to create a new electronic System of Records called EXIM CRM, which manages relationships with customers and partners. This system will be governed by the Privacy Act of 1974 and is intended to support U.S. exporters. Public comments on this proposal are welcomed until March 15, 2021. The system will include information about customers, partners, EXIM employees, and contractors, and will be used for activities like customer support and applying for EXIM services.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a new matching program with the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) and the Tennessee Department of Human Services. This program aims to verify the eligibility of people applying for or subscribed to the Lifeline program and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) by checking if they receive SNAP benefits in Tennessee. The initiative is expected to help confirm qualifications for these benefits, reduce fraud, and improve service to low-income consumers who rely on discounted broadband and voice services. Written comments about this program are due by March 27, 2025, and the program will last for 18 months starting from that date.

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is planning to modify its Partner-Vetting System, a system used to vet directors, officers, and employees of non-governmental organizations seeking funds from USAID. The system collects personal data to ensure that USAID’s funds do not inadvertently support individuals or entities posing a risk to national security. Changes include removing certain categories of individuals from its coverage and clarifying details in the system’s records. USAID invites the public to submit comments on the proposed changes by February 12, 2021.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has announced a new system of records called "NLRB Freedom of Information Act Records (NLRB-37)" as part of the Privacy Act of 1974. This system will keep track of requests and appeals made to the NLRB under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). It will be used to manage and store these requests and allow the NLRB to meet reporting requirements and manage FOIA-related activities. The NLRB is also rescinding two previous systems, NLRB FOIAonline (NLRB-35) and the Freedom of Information Act Tracking System (FTS) and Associated Agency Files (NLRB-32).

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 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is updating their system of records, known as "The Revenue Program-Billing and Collections Records-VA" (114VA10D), to comply with the Privacy Act of 1974. These updates include changes to system numbers, locations, purposes, and categories of individuals covered. The VA is also revising rules on how records are stored and used, including the introduction of electronic storage in secure facilities like Amazon Web Services and Cerner Technology Centers, while maintaining safety measures. The VA invites public comments on these changes by February 24, 2021, after which the system will go into effect.