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The Department of Defense (DoD) has renewed the charter for its Medicare-Eligible Retiree Health Care Board of Actuaries (MERHC BoA). This board provides independent advice on actuarial matters related to the DoD's Retiree Health Care Fund. It consists of three members, who serve without representing any particular viewpoint, and report on the Fund's status to top defense officials, the President, and Congress. Members are respected actuaries appointed for staggered terms and can be compensated for their service.

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, has issued a notice regarding a proposal for collecting information, which has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. The proposal seeks to update the Exchange Official Personnel Folder and includes changes to Exchange Form 1100-016. The purpose of the information collection is to authorize or continue shopping privileges for exchange associates' dependents. Public comments on this proposal will be accepted until February 10, 2025, and written comments can be submitted through the reginfo.gov website.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has published an arms sales notification regarding the sale of 28-meter patrol craft production kits to the Government of Egypt. This proposed sale, valued at $129 million, aims to support U.S. foreign policy and enhance Egypt's defense capabilities by improving its security operations. The sale includes kits with boats, infrared systems, and supporting services, and it will not affect the military balance in the region. Swiftships, located in Morgan City, LA, will be the primary contractor for this sale.

The Department of Defense has issued a final rule to adjust its civil monetary penalties (CMPs) for inflation. This adjustment is mandated by laws such as the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act, which requires that penalties be increased annually to reflect changes in the consumer price index since 2015. The rule, effective January 15, 2025, applies to penalties assessed after the effective date but does not carry significant costs or impact small entities or governments. It ensures the penalties remain a deterrent and that the Department follows statutory requirements without needing public notice or comments.

The Department of Defense has announced an arms sales notification involving the Government of Jordan's request to purchase an F-16 Air Combat Training Center, which includes various training devices and support services. The proposed sale, valued at approximately $60 million, aims to enhance Jordan's military training capabilities and strengthen its partnership with the United States. Lockheed Martin Corporation is the main contractor, and the sale is expected to support U.S. foreign policy by contributing to the stability and security of a key ally in the Middle East. The transaction will not alter the military balance in the region and requires the presence of two U.S. contractors in Jordan for two years.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has sent a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve their plan for gathering information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This information collection involves forms related to mortuary affairs, which document the arrangements and decisions made by families of deceased military personnel. The forms help the DoD manage the care and transportation of remains, as well as provide military funeral honors. The public has until February 10, 2025, to submit comments on this proposal.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA have issued a notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The notice involves a request for the Office of Management and Budget to review and approve a revision and renewal of information collection regarding the organization and direction of work for contractors. Contractors need to submit information about their executive and administrative organization under certain contracts to ensure qualified personnel perform the work at a reasonable cost to the government. The public is invited to comment on this notice by March 5, 2021.

The Department of the Navy, under the Department of Defense, has announced a proposed information collection regarding the retention of diversity groups within certain military ranks. This notice, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, seeks public feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of the proposed collection, as well as suggestions on reducing the response burden. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their comments by March 11, 2025. The collected information will help the Marine Corps understand how to increase retention of underrepresented groups at higher officer levels.

The Department of Defense announced a meeting of the Department of the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board that will occur on March 27 and 28, 2025, at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. The meeting will be closed to the public due to classified discussions. The agenda includes working sessions and updates on fiscal year 2025 study panels. Members of the public who want to provide input can submit written statements to the designated officer.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has submitted a plan to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for reviewing a proposal to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This proposal involves the National Language Service Corps, which recruits U.S. citizens willing to volunteer their language skills for national security work in situations where other resources aren't available. The information collection request is for an extension, and it includes forms DD 2932, 2933, and 2934. Comments on this proposal can be submitted until February 10, 2025, via www.reginfo.gov.