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The Department of Justice (DOJ), through its Bureau of Justice Statistics, is seeking public comments on a proposed revision to an existing information collection regarding state criminal history systems. Known as the Survey of State Criminal History Information Systems (SSCHIS), this collection aims to gather comprehensive data on how state criminal history record systems function and their effectiveness. Comments are encouraged and accepted until January 2, 2025, focusing on aspects such as the necessity, burden, and utility of this data collection. The information is collected biennially from state, local, and tribal governments, with this year's collection covering key details like the percentage of automated records and participation in national fingerprint exchanges.

The executive order issued by the President aims to protect religious freedoms, specifically addressing anti-Christian bias in government actions. It establishes a Task Force within the Department of Justice to identify and rectify any unlawful policies or actions against Christians by reviewing governmental activities from the previous administration. The Task Force will work with various government departments to safeguard religious liberties and recommend actions to eliminate discrimination. It is set to submit reports on its progress and will function for two years unless extended.

The Information Warfare Research Project Consortium (IWRP) has informed the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its members. New members, including companies like Adapt Forward LLC and others, have joined, while some, such as Verizon Business Network Services, Inc., have left. The notifications are part of a process that allows the consortium to limit damages in certain antitrust legal cases. IWRP plans to keep the membership open and will continue to report any future changes.

The Justice Management Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking comments on an information collection request related to self-reporting activities for contractors and other non-federal employees who require access to classified information. This request, submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), aims to extend a previously approved collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed collection allows these individuals to report their activities through an automated system or PDF forms, depending on their access to DOJ's IT system. Public feedback is encouraged, especially regarding the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection, and will be accepted until June 30, 2025.

The 1EdTech Consortium, Inc. has submitted updates to the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership as required by the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. Several institutions, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Swedish National Agency for Education, have joined the group, while some others have withdrawn. This act allows antitrust plaintiffs to only claim actual damages in specific situations. The Consortium will continue to share membership updates to keep the records current.

The Department of Justice has updated its regulations to better describe the current functions of the Office of Legal Policy (OLP). This rule simplifies certain sections by removing outdated references to a non-existing entity and details the responsibilities of the Assistant Attorney General in charge of the OLP. It is considered an internal matter, so it does not require public comment or a delayed start and will not significantly impact state governments or federal-state relations. The changes take effect on January 17, 2025.

The Department of Justice has announced the restoration of federal firearms privileges for certain individuals. The Attorney General reviewed each case and determined that these individuals are not likely to pose a threat to public safety and that allowing them firearms privileges is in the public interest. This relief is part of the provisions under the Gun Control Act of 1968, which allows those previously prohibited from handling firearms to apply for such a restoration. The decision affects several individuals, including Judy Broach and Mel Gibson, among others.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is seeking public comment on the continuation of its Environmental Information collection process, using ATF Form 5000.29. This process ensures compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act during the explosives application process and assesses any environmental impacts from applicants' business practices. Approximately 680 respondents are expected to complete the form annually, with each taking around 30 minutes. Comments on this collection can be submitted until March 1, 2021, through the federal website provided.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), part of the Department of Justice, is requesting public comments on a new information collection related to the Prohibited Persons Questionnaire. This questionnaire, known as ATF Form 8620.57, will be used to assess whether a candidate for federal or contractor employment at the ATF is banned from possessing or receiving firearms or explosives under specific U.S. laws. The public is encouraged to submit comments on the necessity, accuracy, and methods of the proposed collection by March 8, 2021. The questionnaire is expected to be completed by approximately 2,000 individuals annually, taking about 5 minutes each, resulting in a total yearly public burden of 167 hours.

The Department of Justice has proposed a change to a 2009 court order involving the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation (CUC) in the Northern Mariana Islands. This order was put in place to address issues with CUC's compliance with laws related to water safety and cleanliness. Following a 2023 inspection by the EPA that identified problems in CUC's operations, the proposed modification requires CUC to correct these deficiencies. The public can comment on this proposal for 30 days, and the related documents are available for review online.