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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking public comments on the “CryptoNet Case Report Form,” a part of its waterborne disease prevention efforts, particularly focusing on cryptosporidiosis. This form aims to help track and prevent outbreaks of waterborne diseases by collecting data through interviews with those affected. The CDC had previously asked for comments but received none, and now invites additional feedback, particularly on the necessity and usefulness of the proposed data collection, within 30 days. The agency emphasizes the voluntary nature of the participation and ensures no cost is involved other than the time to respond.

The Office of Evaluation Sciences (OES), under the General Services Administration, is proposing new data collection activities for evaluating the American Rescue Plan (ARP). This project aims to assess how selected ARP-funded programs contribute to achieving equitable outcomes and to inform future program design across the Federal Government. The public is invited to submit comments on these proposed data collection activities by January 15, 2025. The evaluation will include case studies and involve various respondents such as state and local administrators, policy leaders, service providers, and parents who benefited from ARP services.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is requesting approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information about the SBA Microloan Program. This program involves surveys and interviews with program participants, such as borrowers and lenders, to evaluate impacts on business growth, revenue, and job creation. The public has until February 11, 2021, to provide comments on the information collection plan. The feedback will help the SBA improve the program and reduce the burden of future data collection.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), under the Department of Health and Human Services, is requesting public comments on a proposed survey. This survey aims to gather feedback from users of the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) to improve services and effectiveness. The survey addresses experiences with the NPDB, satisfaction levels, and its impact on decision-making within healthcare organizations. Comments on this data collection effort's utility, accuracy, and techniques are invited by March 12, 2021.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has issued a notice inviting public comment on a proposed data collection related to the "Temporary Halt in Residential Evictions to Prevent the Further Spread of COVID-19." Originally ordered in September 2020, this eviction moratorium aims to prevent evictions for those unable to pay rent due to the pandemic. The CDC seeks feedback on the necessity and impact of this collection, emphasizing the need for comments by March 8, 2021. Individuals must submit their comments via the Federal eRulemaking portal or by mail, ensuring they include the agency name and docket number.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, part of the Department of Labor, is seeking public comments on the continuation of the American Time Use Survey (ATUS). This survey collects data on how people in the United States use their time, including work, childcare, and leisure activities. Comments are requested to ensure the data collected remains useful and that the survey minimizes the burden on those who take part. The deadline for submitting comments is May 27, 2025.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a three-year extension of the State and Local Government Information Report (EEO-4) with proposed revisions. This report collects demographic data on the workforce from state and local governments with 100 or more employees. The EEOC plans to improve the data collection process by updating salary bands and enhancing submission methods to reduce the burden on respondents. The data helps investigate employment discrimination and is collected through a confidential online portal. The public can submit comments on the proposed changes until January 6, 2025.

The Department of Education is proposing to extend the current information collection method without any changes under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are inviting comments from the public on the Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP) for disbursing Title IV Aid to students with intellectual disabilities. This effort aims to evaluate if the data collection process is necessary, timely, and accurate, as well as explore ways to improve and reduce the burden of data collection. Interested parties can submit their comments by February 12, 2021.

The U.S. Census Bureau, part of the Commerce Department, is seeking public comments on its ongoing information collection activities for the Military Panel, which targets active-duty service members and their spouses. This panel aims to gather data on various topics, including food security readiness, voting, and harassment and discrimination, with the next data collection set for January 2025. It involves bi-monthly surveys to about 1,141 respondents and seeks to eventually have 2,000 members. The public can submit feedback within 30 days of the notice's publication through the specified government website.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection for the National Agriculture and Food Defense Strategy Survey. This survey, conducted under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, aims to gather information from state, local, territorial, and tribal agencies on their food defense activities against intentional contamination and emerging threats. The collected data will be used in a report to Congress to assess progress in food defense. The process includes electronic and written submissions, with guidelines provided to protect confidential information.