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The Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense, is seeking public comments on a new information collection effort related to their Survivor Outreach Services program. This program supports families of soldiers who died while on active duty by providing various services, including support groups, life skills education, and financial counseling. The proposal involves collecting information from up to 72,307 respondents to maintain an updated database to improve service delivery. Comments on this proposal can be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal until February 12, 2021.

The Department of the Army is adding to a previous environmental impact statement concerning necessary heat and electrical upgrades at Fort Wainwright in Alaska. The current coal-powered heating and power plant is old and poses safety and reliability issues, and its potential failure could impact mission readiness. The Army is examining several alternatives, including building new power infrastructure or continuing periodic upgrades to the existing system. They plan to release the updated environmental impact statement in 2025 and will invite the public to provide feedback.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army aim to involve various stakeholders in discussions about the "waters of the United States" definition due to a recent Supreme Court ruling. The agencies plan to hold listening sessions and are actively seeking written feedback from the public to inform future administrative actions and clarify the Clean Water Act's jurisdiction. They also address concerns regarding the Revised Definition of "Waters of the United States" stemming from the Supreme Court's decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, impacting the way certain water bodies are regulated under federal law. This effort emphasizes broad public engagement to ensure clear and consistent understanding and implementation.

The Department of the Army has announced an upcoming open meeting of the Board of Visitors for the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, taking place from March 3 to March 5, 2025. This committee is tasked with providing advice and recommendations on the college's academic and operational aspects. The meeting will cover topics such as academic policies and curricula, with opportunities for the public to attend and comment during specific sessions. Attendees must register in advance and pass security screening due to the meeting's location on a military base.

The Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense, is requesting public feedback on a proposed information collection related to the United States Military Academy (USMA) admissions process. This proposal is in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The goal is to evaluate whether the information collection is necessary and if it helps the agency perform its functions. The public can comment on the usefulness and clarity of the information and suggest ways to reduce the burden on those required to respond. Written responses are accepted until February 10, 2025.