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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued technical amendments to aviation security regulations, specifically regarding the recordkeeping requirements for criminal history record checks (CHRCs) for airport and aircraft operators. These amendments clarify that operators are required to retain only current CHRC records and certifications, rather than all historical records, and can keep these records in either paper or electronic format. This move aims to reduce the burden of storing unnecessary records without adding any new substantive requirements. The amendments are effective immediately and do not require a notice of proposed rulemaking or a delayed effective date, as they do not significantly change the rights or obligations of any parties involved.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has submitted a revised information collection request for the Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO) Program to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This program allows TSA to screen, train, and authorize volunteer pilots, flight engineers, and navigators to protect aircraft against criminal acts. The revision eliminates a verbal interview and permits online submission of some responses. Public comments on the proposed data collection are invited until January 6, 2025.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a final rule to adjust civil monetary penalties for inflation, effective January 2, 2025. These adjustments are in line with the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 and guidance from the Office of Management and Budget. This rule increases penalty amounts for violations occurring after November 2, 2015, and applies to various DHS components like the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Coast Guard. The updated penalty amounts are designed to maintain their deterrent effect and comply with mandatory legislative requirements.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is revising its information collection activities related to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC®) Program. This notice outlines efforts to streamline the process, including the introduction of online renewals and fee reductions for certain applicants, which aim to reduce both cost and time burdens on applicants. TSA collects biographic and biometric information to conduct security threat assessments (STAs) for TWIC applicants and holders. Comments on the proposed changes can be submitted by March 26, 2021, as part of their review under the Paperwork Reduction Act.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending its information collection regarding security programs for foreign air carriers entering the United States. This mandatory information collection aims to ensure these carriers meet safety standards comparable to those of U.S. operators by monitoring their compliance with specific security procedures. The TSA is seeking public comments by January 6, 2025, about the necessity and impact of this data collection. The estimated annual burden for foreign air carriers is 241,485 hours, involving around 180 respondents.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is revising its information collection process under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This revision involves a new application for individuals seeking access to sensitive security information (SSI). The changes include splitting the current form into two separate forms, used for court proceedings and standard use, and updating how background checks are conducted. The TSA is seeking public comments on this proposal and estimates it will impact 263 respondents, with a total burden of about 104.53 hours annually.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is inviting public comments on an approved information collection concerning the Screening Partnership Program (SPP). This collection, related to airport operators opting for private companies instead of federal employees for security screening, is being reviewed for extension under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The application entails basic details about the airport and preferences for private screening. TSA expects minimal annual responses and estimates a low burden for the completion of each application. Comments are open until April 13, 2021.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has submitted an Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeking approval for updates to their Exercise Information System (EXIS®). EXIS® is a web-based tool to help organize and manage training exercises for the Transportation Systems Sector. TSA plans to streamline the user registration process by eliminating certain data collection elements deemed unnecessary due to new identity verification capabilities. The application of these changes, motivated by the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007, aims to reduce the administrative burden while maintaining the system's utility and security. Public comments on this proposal are invited by January 6, 2025.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking public comment on its plan to extend the use of a form called the Speaker Request Form. This form gathers information about events where a TSA speaker is requested, such as the event sponsor, date, location, and whether it will be attended by the media. The TSA uses this information to ensure that sending a speaker is in line with federal ethics rules and its communication goals. They estimate they will receive about 300 requests a year, with each form taking about 10 minutes to complete, and comments on this proposal are welcome by February 25, 2025.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking public comment on an information collection request that it plans to submit for extension. This request involves gathering ratings and written comments from students who finish TSA instructor-led classroom training, which includes various canine handler courses. The feedback aims to evaluate the quality of the training and make improvements as necessary. The public is encouraged to submit their comments by February 3, 2025.