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The Department of Labor (DOL) is asking for feedback on an information collection related to Prohibited Transaction Class Exemption 2002-12, which involves buying and selling securities between investment funds through passive or model-driven cross-trading programs. This request has been sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act and comments will be accepted until April 28, 2025. The aim is to evaluate whether the information collection is necessary, accurate, and burdensome, and if there are ways to improve or simplify it. The OMB will determine if the collection can proceed, with approval lasting up to three years.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is inviting public comments on an information collection request related to the Delinquent Filer Voluntary Compliance Program, which is being reviewed for approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This program allows plan administrators to pay reduced penalties if they voluntarily comply with annual reporting requirements under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The DOL is seeking authorization for this information collection for three years, targeting businesses and not-for-profit institutions. Comments must be submitted by February 16, 2021.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information related to worker safety at grain handling facilities. This request is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, and the DOL is inviting public comments on the proposal. The information collection focuses on safety measures such as housekeeping and emergency action plans, and ensuring equipment safety. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on whether this information collection is necessary and how it could be improved.

The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) announced the 2021 Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWR) for hiring temporary foreign workers (H-2A workers) for agricultural jobs, not including livestock herding. The AEWR sets the minimum wage employers must pay to ensure U.S. workers' wages are not negatively impacted. The announcement follows a court order requiring the Department to publish these rates by a specific deadline. The current 2021 rates are based on data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2020 Farm Labor Report and are effective immediately.

The Department of Labor is seeking public feedback on their request to collect information through the DOL Events Management Platform. This platform helps gather registration details for various events organized by the Department. The information collection has to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act, which ensures the necessity and utility of the data collected. The public can submit comments on the proposal until March 15, 2021, before it is reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget for approval.

The Department of Labor is proposing changes to rules regarding filing and service in proceedings involving the Administrative Review Board. The new rules aim to make electronic filing (e-filing) and electronic service (e-service) mandatory for attorneys and representatives, while self-represented individuals will have the choice of using electronic or traditional methods. The proposed changes include updates to existing regulations, aiming for improved efficiency and reduced processing time by transitioning to electronic case files. Public comments on the proposed rulemaking are being solicited until February 10, 2021.

The Department of Labor has ratified a rule concerning the employment of H-2A nonimmigrant agricultural workers in the U.S. This action confirms and supports the rule published on October 12, 2022, which improved standards and procedures for employing these workers. The ratification aims to address any legal uncertainties about the rule's approval process and emphasizes the rule's balance between providing agricultural labor and safeguarding U.S. workers' wages and conditions. This decision was independently reviewed and affirmed by the Assistant Secretary for Employment and Training and the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division.

The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on a proposed information collection related to attorney fees for representing federal employees in workers' compensation cases. This initiative aims to reduce paperwork while ensuring the data collected is useful and easy to understand. Feedback is specifically sought on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection process. Comments must be received by February 18, 2025, and the detailed information and procedures for submitting these can be found on the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail.

The Department of Labor submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This request is focused on collecting data related to the safety and health measures for refuse piles and impoundment structures in mining operations, which are critical for preventing accidents and injuries. Public comments are invited on whether the information collection is necessary and how it might be improved, with all feedback due by February 18, 2021. The Department aims to minimize the burden on businesses by using efficient data collection methods.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), part of the Department of Labor, is seeking public comments on an information collection related to "Main Fan Operation and Inspection" in certain types of mines. This effort aims to reduce paperwork and improve data collection practices while ensuring the safety of mine workers. The information collected will help monitor mine ventilation systems to identify and address dangerous conditions promptly. Public comments are encouraged and must be submitted by February 25, 2025, through various methods, including https://www.regulations.gov.