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The U.S. Coast Guard aims to extend the approval of an information collection concerning the safety approval of cargo containers. This request is part of compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, requiring input from the public before proceeding. The Coast Guard is seeking comments about the necessity, utility, accuracy, and burden of this information collection. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their comments through the Federal eRulemaking Portal by April 19, 2021.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a closed meeting of the Disease, Disability, and Injury Prevention and Control Special Emphasis Panel. The meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2025, and will be held via video conference. The purpose of this meeting is to review and evaluate grant applications related to Occupational Safety and Health Training Project Grants. Due to the potential disclosure of confidential or personal information, the meeting will not be open to the public.

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) of the Interior Department is seeking public comments on its proposal to renew an information collection related to permits for special types of mining activities. This request is in line with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collected information will help OSMRE determine if applicants can meet specific performance standards for these mining activities. Public comments will be considered until March 16, 2021, and those interested can submit their opinions via mail or email.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on proposed updates to the American Community Survey (ACS) Methods Panel Tests. These updates aim to improve data quality, reduce data collection costs, and lessen the reporting burden on the public. The proposed changes include enhancements to mailing strategies to improve self-response, the introduction of a feedback mechanism for participants, and the potential use of administrative data to replace or supplement survey questions. Additionally, new testing methods for survey components, like the internet response option and group quarter testing, are being considered. Feedback from the public will be collected until April 12, 2021.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) are inviting public comments on their plan to gather information from the public as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They seek feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve their information collection methods. Specifically, CMS is collecting information for two projects: the application process for organizations wishing to offer Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and the Plan Benefit Package and formulary submissions required under the Medicare Modernization Act. The comment deadline is February 3, 2021, and additional information can be accessed online or by contacting relevant CMS representatives.

The Department of State is seeking public comments on its proposed renewal of the application form for a U.S. passport, known as form DS-11. This form is used to gather necessary information from individuals or households for issuing passports. Recent updates to the form include a statement that applicants are not required to register as sex offenders and a change to request "sex" instead of "gender" in alignment with a recent Executive Order. The form can be downloaded online or obtained from passport agencies and U.S. consulates, and must be submitted with evidence of citizenship and identity. The public has until March 17, 2025, to submit comments.

The Corporation for National and Community Service, operating as AmeriCorps, has announced a proposal to revise its information collection forms related to member applications, enrollments, and exits. The revisions aim to allow AmeriCorps members to share their information with other entities for more service opportunities. Comments on the proposed changes are being requested and must be submitted by February 28, 2025. AmeriCorps also intends to use the current forms until the updated ones are approved, ensuring no disruption in the process.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting public comments on extending a currently approved information collection. This involves collecting financial information from individuals who owe debts to FEMA related to disaster programs, helping to determine repayment plans or compromises. The deadline for comments is May 30, 2025, and they can be submitted electronically. By collecting such data, FEMA aims to improve debt recovery processes and determine the financial capabilities of those who owe money.

This document is a notice from the Federal Reserve System announcing that certain companies have applied to become bank holding companies or to acquire control over banks. The applications are being reviewed under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 and Regulation Y. The public can view the details of these applications and submit written comments, which will be publicly disclosed. One such application is from Centreville, MHC, in West Warwick, Rhode Island, seeking to acquire Centreville Bank.

The Department of Education is asking for emergency approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect data on schools as part of the NAEP 2021 School Survey. This survey is essential to understanding the impact of COVID-19 on students and teachers, including how they are learning—whether remotely, in-person, or through a mix of both. The information will be broken down by student characteristics like race, disability, and income status. The public can share their thoughts on this data collection until March 19, 2021.