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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received a series of filings related to the electric industry. These include applications for the authorization of mergers and for the certification of wholesale generator status by various companies. Several rate filings and tariff amendments from different entities like PJM Interconnection and Alabama Power Company were also submitted, each with specified effective dates and comment periods. Filings and associated documents are accessible through the Commission's online eLibrary system, and interested parties are encouraged to file comments or interventions by the specified deadlines.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is inviting public comments on their request to collect information from businesses seeking financial assistance through the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Targeted Advance program. This initiative aims to support eligible small businesses in low-income communities impacted by the pandemic by providing financial aid. Public feedback is sought on several aspects, including the necessity of the information collection and ways to enhance its quality and reduce the burden on respondents. Comments should be submitted by April 26, 2021.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting comments from the public and other federal agencies to help reduce paperwork, as per the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are particularly interested in feedback from small businesses with fewer than 25 employees about how to lessen their information collection burdens. The FCC has outlined specific information collection topics, including burden estimates and ways to improve the clarity and usefulness of collected information. Comments must be submitted by March 22, 2021, through the provided channels.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit a request to extend an ongoing information collection related to Exchange Network Grants Progress Reports. This extension will be reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The EPA is seeking public comments on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and methods of collecting this information. Comments are due by April 26, 2021, and the proposed collection aims to support environmental offices by requiring regular reporting on project progress and quality assurance.

The National Park Service has announced a meeting for the Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park Advisory Commission, scheduled for March 20, 2025. This meeting will be held both via teleconference and in-person at the Warren County Government Center in Virginia. The public is invited to attend and interested individuals can provide input either orally or through written comments. The meeting will cover topics such as the park's management plans, visitor services, and historic preservation. All comments will be publicly available, and requests for accommodations should be made at least seven days prior to the meeting.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking information about instances where patent or trademark holders experience unauthorized use of their rights by state entities, particularly without adequate state law remedies. This is part of a study prompted by Senators Thom Tillis and Patrick Leahy, focusing on whether such violations are intentional or reckless. The USPTO is asking for public comments on these issues, requesting responses to specific questions by February 22, 2021. The agency aims to gather insights that will help them understand the extent of these challenges and is open to anonymous contributions.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, requesting an extension for the collection of information related to Rule 17a-8. This rule involves mergers of affiliated investment companies and requires specific procedures such as board approvals and evaluations for assets when merging with an unregistered entity. The average annual burden is estimated at 7 hours per fund, with a total annual cost for all funds estimated at $3,151,248. The public can submit comments on the usefulness and burden of this information collection until March 31, 2025.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to revise the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) for approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), as part of their compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The BRFSS, which surveys health risk behaviors and conditions across all U.S. states and territories, plans to add an online survey option in addition to traditional phone interviews for 2025-2027. This system helps gather essential health data, and for most states, it's the primary source of such information. Public comments on this proposed data collection are welcome within 30 days of this notice's publication.

The Federal Reserve System has announced that people listed in the notice have applied to gain control of shares in a bank or bank holding company under the Change in Bank Control Act. Interested individuals can review the public parts of the applications at the Federal Reserve Banks or through the Board's website. The public can also send their comments on these applications, but they should be aware that any information shared will be publicly disclosed. Comments on the applications should be submitted by March 27, 2025.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has proposed a new rule to modify a system of records called the "Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database," which is intended to collect data related to sexual assault cases involving members of the Armed Forces. The rule seeks to exempt certain records within this database from parts of the Privacy Act to allow for better handling of legal actions or investigations without interference. The rule also invites the public to submit comments before it becomes final, and it explains that it won't significantly affect small businesses or impose compliance costs on state, local, or Tribal governments. The proposal is primarily focused on maintaining the privacy and integrity of ongoing investigations and ensuring a streamlined process for handling reports of sexual assault.