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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew permission for collecting information using NRC Form 64, which is titled "Travel Voucher." This form, along with NRC Form 64A, is used by personnel working with the NRC to apply for travel expense reimbursements when traveling for business purposes such as inspections, reviews, and training. The NRC is seeking public comments on this information collection request by March 25, 2021, and stresses that including personal information in comments is discouraged as it will be made public.

The U.S. Department of Transportation is hosting the Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Award to encourage the development of innovative solutions to stop human trafficking. This award is open to U.S.-based individuals and organizations like NGOs and government bodies, offering a cash prize of up to $50,000 for the most impactful submission. Participants are encouraged to design creative tools, initiatives, or technologies that could have a significant impact against human trafficking within the transportation industry. Submissions are accepted from January 6, 2025, to March 7, 2025, and the winners will be selected based on factors such as technical merit, originality, impact, practicality, and scalability.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is asking for comments on a proposed information collection aimed at reducing paperwork and simplifying processes, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection will help gather necessary information from U.S. exporters to determine their eligibility for EXIM's support programs, such as direct loans and guarantees. The bank estimates that 1,500 respondents will take about 30 minutes each to complete the form. Comments on this proposal are due by March 28, 2025.

The Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation will hold a regular Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. MST-AZ, in Tucson, Arizona. Parts of the meeting will be open to the public, and others will be closed, particularly the Executive Session. Public attendees can request remote access to the open session by contacting Sara Moeller, the Chief Operating Officer. The meeting will cover various topics, including remarks from board members, program eligibility, and a closed Executive Session.

The President of the United States has issued a memorandum to extend and expand the Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for certain residents of Hong Kong living in the U.S. This decision comes in response to actions by China, which have undermined human rights and freedoms in Hong Kong. The memorandum allows eligible Hong Kong residents to stay in the U.S. for an additional 24 months and provides them with the opportunity to work. The memorandum excludes those who pose security concerns, have committed certain crimes, or recently returned to Hong Kong or China.

The Employment and Training Administration of the Department of Labor has announced a change in the period of eligibility for Delaware under the Extended Benefit (EB) program. Delaware's unemployment rate fell below the required 6.5%, leading to the termination of the EB payable period on January 9, 2021. The notice informs potential EB claimants about their rights and advises them to contact their State Workforce Agency if they believe they are entitled to benefits or have questions. For additional information, individuals can reach out to the Employment and Training Administration’s Office of Unemployment Insurance.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the collection of information regarding the Homeowners Assistance Program (HAP). This program aims to provide financial aid to eligible members of the Armed Forces who have been injured or fallen ill due to their service, certain DoD and Coast Guard civilian homeowners, and surviving spouses of fallen warriors. Those affected can apply for assistance using DD Form 1607. Members of the public can submit comments on this proposal by May 28, 2025.

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has issued a final rule that updates the income levels for individuals who can receive legal assistance. These adjustments align with the new Federal Poverty Guidelines from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, effective January 28, 2025. The updated income levels are set at 125% of these guidelines, with additional reference information provided for income levels at 200%. These changes ensure that LSC's criteria reflect current economic standards for determining eligibility for legal aid.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has established new amendments to its rules regarding rate incentives for Market Dominant products. These changes aim to revise the criteria for including rate incentives in the percentage change in rates calculation and clarify what qualifies as a "rate of general applicability." The amendments introduce mechanisms to accommodate rate incentives that depend on increasing mail volumes, aiming to tackle volume decline, while ensuring transparency for non-participating mailers. These new rules will take effect on March 28, 2025.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the 2021 Native Hawaiian Career and Technical Education Program (NHCTEP), funded under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. This program aims to enhance career and technical education for Native Hawaiians. This notice outlines eligibility criteria, application requirements, and deadlines, highlighting significant changes from the Perkins V Act. Successful applicants may receive grants ranging from $250,000 to $500,000 for projects up to five years.