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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approved a new information collection for rules that allow space station and earth station applicants to provide supplemental coverage from space. This approval, part of the SCS Report and Order, is effective from December 5, 2024, and focuses on enabling satellite and terrestrial services to work together for better connectivity. With an OMB Control Number of 3060-0678, the collection is intended to support policy changes made earlier in 2024 and requires detailed applications and certifications from operators wanting to offer new satellite communication services. These standards aim to ensure that operators provide services effectively while minimizing interference.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection related to the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Older Workers Study Impact Evaluation. This study focuses on assisting low-income seniors in getting private-sector jobs through training and job placement. The public is invited to comment on the proposed data collection, including its necessity and potential impact, until February 20, 2025. The DOL estimates that 1,600 respondents will dedicate a total of 400 hours annually to this process, with no additional cost burden.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is asking for public comments on a plan to collect information through its Multifamily Insurance Benefits Claims Package. HUD needs this data to process insurance claims accurately when a lender with an insured multifamily mortgage defaults. They want feedback on whether collecting this information is necessary, if their time estimates for completing it are correct, and how they could make the process easier. Public comments are open until February 10, 2025.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comments on its plan to continue collecting information for the National Driver Register (NDR). This register helps states exchange information about drivers who have had their licenses suspended or revoked or who have been convicted of severe driving offenses. All 50 states and the District of Columbia participate in this program, which is intended to improve traffic safety by keeping problem drivers off the roads. Comments on this proposal must be submitted by May 27, 2025.

The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and NASA are asking the public to comment on a proposed extension of a rule that deals with extraordinary contractual action requests. They are interested in opinions on whether collecting this information is necessary and useful for federal acquisitions, how accurate the burden estimate is, and how to improve the process to make it easier for those providing information. These comments can be submitted through a government website by June 10, 2025, and they are especially focusing on how this information helps in making decisions about contract adjustments and indemnification against hazards.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve their Information Collection Request (ICR) related to a survey for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Block Grant Program. This survey aims to gather data on the health of mothers and children in specific U.S. territories to assess the program's impact and help meet federal reporting standards. Public comments on the proposed information collection are invited until February 18, 2025. The survey will increase its sample sizes and update its questions to align with new federal data standards.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to continue collecting information from organizations that want to perform certification tasks on behalf of the FAA. This initiative is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the collected information will help determine if these organizations are qualified to function as FAA representatives. Comments are due by May 9, 2025, and can be submitted electronically, by mail, or fax. The average burden for organizations responding to this collection is estimated to be 43.5 hours per response.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is planning to update its National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB), which allows consumers, drivers, and others to file complaints against unsafe companies and employees. The proposed changes aim to improve the system by making it easier for people to file and track complaints, and for FMCSA to respond in a timely manner. Public comments on these updates are encouraged and must be submitted by March 4, 2025. The updates will help ensure consumer protection and promote safer practices in the motor carrier industry.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend a rule requiring national securities exchanges to provide certain information. This rule, known as Rule 6a-3, involves exchanges reporting on the types of materials they distribute and monthly trading activity. With 26 exchanges involved, the SEC estimates a total annual reporting time of 156 hours. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on this information collection by March 31, 2025, through a designated website or email.

The Department of Justice (DOJ), specifically the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), is seeking public feedback on a new information collection process. This initiative involves using the FOIAXpress Public Access Link to electronically communicate and deliver records to the public. They estimate approximately 33,984 responses yearly, with each response taking about three minutes, resulting in 1,699 total annual burden hours. Public comments are welcome until March 8, 2021, regarding the necessity and efficiency of this collection method.