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The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is inviting public comments on a revised information collection request related to the Application for Refund of Retirement Deductions (CSRS) and the notification to a current or former spouse of the applicant. These forms, known as SF 2802 and SF 2802A, are used for processing refunds of retirement deductions. The OPM is seeking feedback particularly on the necessity and efficiency of this information collection process. Comments can be submitted until February 22, 2021, and the feedback collected will help assess the practicality and clarity of the forms and their processes.

Aquenergy Systems, LLC has submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to amend the Recreation Management Plan for the Piedmont Hydroelectric Project in South Carolina. The company wants to remove a requirement for providing informal fishing access near Big Brushy Creek and the Saluda River, while maintaining other fishing opportunities. Interested parties can submit comments, motions to intervene, or protests on this application until December 26, 2024. FERC encourages electronic submissions through their eFiling system, but paper submissions are also accepted.

The Cboe EDGX Exchange, Inc. proposed changes to its Fee Schedule related to Add/Remove Volume Tiers. These updates include adjusting criteria for different tiers and raising certain rebates to incentivize members to increase their trading activity on the exchange. The goal is to enhance market quality by encouraging more order flow, ultimately benefiting all market participants. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is inviting public comments on this proposed rule change.

The Department of Labor (DOL) has submitted an information collection request related to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This request, supported by the Employment and Training Administration (ETA), seeks to collect data on performance reports required by State, local boards, and education and training providers as mandated by the Act. The public has until March 19, 2021, to provide comments on this collection. The DOL expects around 19 million respondents and estimates the total annual time burden to be nearly 10 million hours.

ICE Clear Credit LLC (ICC) filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on February 25, 2025. This change involves revising the ICC Liquidity Risk Management Framework by removing an outdated cross-reference in Section 2.4. The proposed change is considered effective immediately under specific provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The SEC published a notice to invite comments from the public, with submissions due by April 1, 2025.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew the exemptions for 25 drivers who are hard of hearing or deaf, allowing them to continue driving commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) across state lines. These exemptions bypass the usual hearing requirements after confirming that the drivers maintain a safety level comparable to their peers. The exemptions will last up to two years unless any issues arise, such as unsafe driving practices or violations. The public is encouraged to provide comments or any concerns about these drivers by February 5, 2025.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that the VA National Academic Affiliations Council will hold a meeting via conference call on March 9, 2021, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST). This meeting, open to the public, aims to provide updates on topics like VA modernization, the Electronic Health Record system, and to receive training. Public comments are welcomed from 2:45 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. EST, and interested individuals can join using a specific dial-in number and ID. People can also send their comments in advance by email or mail.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) received several filings related to electric rate changes. These include updates from various companies, such as Alabama Electric Marketing, the Entergy companies, and NextEra Resources, concerning market power analyses and tariff amendments. Each filing includes a description of the proposed changes, the date it was filed, the applicant's name, and the deadline for public comments. FERC encourages electronic filing and provides resources online for those interested in submitting comments or intervening in the proceedings.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to extend the information collection requirements for handling emissions from Basic Oxygen Furnaces at iron and steel plants. This extension has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and will be valid until February 28, 2025. Under this proposal, affected facilities must provide initial and semiannual reports to verify compliance with established standards, with an estimated burden of 628 hours annually per respondent. Public comments on this matter are being accepted until March 31, 2025.

The Health Resources and Services Administration announced that the National Advisory Committee on the National Health Service Corps (NACNHSC) will hold public meetings in 2021. These meetings will discuss the current and future priorities of the NACNHSC, including healthcare access and workforce development, and take place in March, June, and November. Participants may attend these meetings in person, via teleconference, or online through Adobe Connect, with additional details available on the NACNHSC website. Members of the public can submit written comments in advance or request to speak during the meetings by contacting the designated official.