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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10932
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information related to budget-based rent adjustment requests and appeals, as explained in their notice. This is part of a process to ensure rent increases are reasonable and to provide a way for owners to appeal denied requests. The public has 30 days to comment on this proposal, and they can find more information or submit comments on the reginfo.gov website. HUD is also inviting comments on various aspects of the information collection to improve its effectiveness and reduce the burden on respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    The people in charge of housing want to make sure that rent hikes are fair, so they want to ask folks for advice on how to check if the increases are okay and what to do if someone disagrees. They are also asking people to share their thoughts to make this whole thing work better without making it too hard for everyone.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 2702
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System has decided to continue the Federal Reserve Payments Study (FR 3066) for another three years without making any changes. This study helps estimate the number and value of cash and non-cash payments in the U.S. from different sources. The Board received a supportive comment from an industry association and plans to publish results in stages to ensure quality and reliability. The detailed results help policymakers, the industry, and the public understand payment activities in the country.

    Simple Explanation

    The people at the Federal Reserve are continuing a study to see how people pay for things, like using cash or cards, for three more years. They want to make sure they understand how everyone makes payments without changing anything they did before.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97620
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) is asking the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a report called the “State SNAP Agency NDNH Matching Program Performance Report” for another three years. This report requires state agencies that manage the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to share performance data with OCSS. These reports help in verifying identities and determining eligibility for SNAP benefits. The public is invited to comment on the proposed information collection until January 8, 2025, through the specified process.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to keep getting reports from states to make sure that people who need help with food stamps, called SNAP, are the right people. They are asking people to share their thoughts on this plan until early January 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9388
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Labor wants to know what people think about their new event sign-up website, and they have to make sure the information they collect is useful. People can share their thoughts until March 15, 2021, before another group checks it over.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 96709
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking for public comments on the paperwork and time burden associated with Form 1098-MA, used for Mortgage Assistance Payments. This request is part of their ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the information collection. Comments are requested by February 3, 2025, and should be sent to Andrés Garcia at the IRS, either via mail or email.

    Simple Explanation

    The IRS wants to know what people think about a form called Form 1098-MA, which is used when helping with mortgage payments. They're asking if filling out this form takes too much time or is too confusing and want people to share their thoughts by early next year.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8676
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on their plan to renew approval for collecting information about aircraft noise complaints through the FAA Noise Portal. This process is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and requires approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The information gathered will help the FAA respond to noise complaints more effectively. Comments must be submitted by April 9, 2021, and the entire approval process is expected to be completed by July 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to keep collecting people's complaints about loud airplane noises so they know how to help them best. They are asking for everyone's thoughts before they continue doing this and need a special group's permission to go ahead.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107192
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comments about its plan to revise an approved information collection on vehicle safety features. The goal is to provide consumers with safety info, including crash avoidance technologies and safety features of different vehicle models. This effort involves collecting data annually from about 21 vehicle manufacturers regarding 600 vehicle models, and the feedback will help improve consumer safety information on websites and labels. Public comments on the proposed information collection will be accepted until March 3, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) wants people to share their thoughts on how they plan to collect information about car safety features to help keep everyone safe. They ask car makers about their cars' safety details and want feedback by March 3, 2025, to make the info better for people to read on websites and labels.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11561
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor announced that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved an extension for the information collection titled “High-Wage Components of the Labor Value Content Requirements under USMCA.” This collection, identified by OMB Control Number 1235-0032, now has an expiration date of January 31, 2024. This decision allows the WHD to continue collecting data related to wage components under USMCA, which are part of the requirements for companies that fall under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Public notification of this extension was published to comply with regulations requiring official announcements for such approvals.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is telling everyone that they can keep asking questions about how much people get paid at work because of a special rule between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. They can keep doing this until January 2024.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102118
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Corporation for National and Community Service, also known as AmeriCorps, is seeking public comments on its plan to renew the information collection for childcare benefit forms. These forms are used by AmeriCorps members to request childcare assistance and by childcare providers to receive payments for caring for members' children during their service. Comments on the necessity, utility, and burden of this information collection are welcome until February 18, 2025, and can be submitted electronically or by mail. The current approval for this information collection will expire on March 31, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    AmeriCorps wants people to tell them what they think about forms that help its members pay for childcare while they work. People can share their thoughts until February 18, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102854
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Census Bureau of the Commerce Department is inviting public comments on updates to the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS). This survey, conducted every two weeks, provides important real-time data on how businesses are doing in the U.S., such as changes in revenue, employment, and the use of technologies like artificial intelligence. The bureau aims to improve the quality of data and reduce the reporting burden on businesses. Comments are welcomed to help assess and refine these updates before seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to know how businesses in the country are doing and is asking people for their thoughts on how to make a survey about it better. They promise to think about what everyone says but remind us that what people share might be seen by others.