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The Department of the Navy is updating the system of records known as the "Marine Corps Marathon Automated Support System" to the "Marine Corps Marathon Organization Event Records." This update includes expanding the types of events and individuals covered, adding medical treatment information, and integrating standard Department of Defense routine uses. Furthermore, the new system will allow more information sharing outside the Department of Defense and update various sections to improve clarity and accuracy. The changes will take effect upon publication, but comments on the Routine Uses are accepted until January 27, 2025.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has issued a notice seeking public comments on an information collection related to COVID-19 contact tracing. As part of its efforts to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, NASA plans to use a digital system on Salesforce to collect voluntary data from employees about possible exposure to the virus. This information will help identify potential points of contact within the NASA community, with the goal of reducing virus spread. NASA encourages participation, though it is voluntary, and invites comments on the necessity, efficiency, and burden of the information collection process.

The Networking and Information Technology Research and Development (NITRD) National Coordination Office is asking for public input on creating an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan as directed by a Presidential Executive Order. The Plan aims to support America's leadership in AI and prevent unnecessary regulations from hindering private sector innovation. Responses are needed by March 15, 2025, and can cover various AI policy topics, such as data privacy, cybersecurity, and international collaboration. These responses will help shape the policies for AI development in the United States.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) plans to start a program with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) called the Taxpayer Address Request (TAR), where the IRS will provide taxpayer mailing addresses to the DOJ. This information will help the DOJ locate people who owe debts to the United States to begin legal actions or collect the debts. The program is set to start on January 30, 2025, and will last for 18 months. The authority for this program comes from the Privacy Act of 1974, along with specific regulations that allow the IRS to share this information with the DOJ.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued a notice to modify the Travel and Border Crossing Records system, initially published in 2019, in accordance with the Privacy Act. This modified system collects information about individuals who receive benefits and have traveled outside the United States, to ensure proper benefit payments under Titles II, XVI, and XVIII of the Social Security Act. Public comments are invited on the changes, especially concerning routine uses, before they become effective on March 31, 2021. The modifications include updates to contact information, records retention, and disposal practices, as well as corrections to stylistic and typographical errors.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a proposed consent order with Mobilewalla Inc., a data broker accused of unlawfully collecting and selling consumers' sensitive location information without obtaining proper consent. The company allegedly violated multiple parts of the FTC Act by collecting and retaining precise location data and targeting consumers based on characteristics revealed by their location history, such as religion or medical conditions. The proposed order aims to restrict Mobilewalla's future data practices, mandating they verify consumer consent and avoid retaining sensitive data indefinitely. The public is invited to comment on this order until January 6, 2025, before the FTC makes a final decision.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a proposed information collection, inviting the public to participate in a survey connected to the 2025 Digital Development Awards. This survey aims to help select award winners who utilize digital technology for inclusive growth. Comments and recommendations on the survey are due by February 24, 2025. This action is in compliance with legal requirements, as USAID must notify the public and gain approval from the Office of Management and Budget before conducting such collections.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is establishing a new system of records called the Community Care Provider Profile Management System (PPMS), as required by the Privacy Act of 1974. This system will maintain records of non-VA health care providers participating in VA community care programs. The information stored in this system includes providers' personal and professional details, such as name, contact information, and identification numbers. The VA outlines several routine uses for this information, primarily involving disclosure to appropriate agencies for purposes like verifying provider credentials or responding to legal requests, all while ensuring compliance with privacy laws like HIPAA.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is inviting public comments on the ongoing research data collection process by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). This involves feedback on the Research Data Center's (RDC) proposal for granting access to confidential data, necessary for researchers to conduct their projects. The notice is part of an effort under the Paperwork Reduction Act to reduce public burdens and enhance data utility. Comments must be submitted by February 3, 2025, and should follow submission guidelines through the federal eRulemaking portal or by mail.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is asking for public feedback on their intention to resume a previously approved information collection. This information collection, linked to the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act, requires federal agencies to provide annual reports on property acquisition activities. It involves 56 respondents and is set to occur annually, with an estimated 5-hour burden per response. Public comments are welcome until February 3, 2025, particularly on the necessity and efficiency of this data collection process.