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The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is proposing to extend two information collection activities. The first involves requests for documents from former Federal civilian employees' personnel or medical files. This requires individuals to provide necessary details using specific forms. The second aims to connect veterans and individuals eligible under Schedule A with non-competitive job opportunities within NARA, utilizing an online questionnaire to gather applicant information. Input is invited from the public by June 9, 2025, on these proposed renewals.

The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is inviting public comments on the reestablishment of the Representative Payee Survey (RI 38-115), an expired information collection. This survey is used to assess how benefits for individuals unable to manage their finances are being used by their representative payees. Comments can be submitted until May 9, 2025, through the Federal Rulemaking Portal. OPM is particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and impact of the information collection process.

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is seeking public comments on a proposed survey aimed at military-connected individuals who participate in community arts programs funded by the Creative Forces®: NEA Military Healing Arts Network. This effort is part of NEA's initiative to streamline paperwork and reduce the burden on respondents, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The NEA is particularly interested in feedback about the necessity and utility of the information, the accuracy of their burden estimates, ways to enhance the quality of collected data, and suggestions for minimizing respondent efforts, including the use of advanced technology. Comments can be submitted to the NEA's Research Office via email within 60 days of the notice's publication date.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Commerce Department, is seeking public comments on revisions to information collection practices for licensing private remote-sensing space systems, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The changes include a new online platform, the Commerce Licensing and Compliance System for Space (CLCSS), to simplify how licensees submit applications, modifications, and notifications. The goal is to reduce paperwork and improve efficiency, while ensuring these activities align with U.S. national security and international responsibilities. Public comments can help evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of this information collection.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public feedback on a new plan to collect emergency economic information from businesses and organizations during unexpected events like pandemics or natural disasters. This initiative aims to quickly gather important data to understand the economic impact of such emergencies and to help decision-makers respond effectively. The Census Bureau will use a set of pre-approved questions and provide this information to relevant authorities, business leaders, and the public. Comments on this proposal are invited to ensure it meets its purpose efficiently and minimizes the burden on those responding.

The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is seeking approval to conduct a new information collection to gather data on hemp production. This initiative is in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and will help inform programs under the 2018 Farm Bill. The survey will target up to 20,000 farmers and ranchers, with an estimated burden of 15 minutes per response. Public comments on this proposed data collection must be submitted by April 26, 2021, to ensure consideration.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection request related to the HHS Teletracking COVID-19 Portal. This portal collects data from approximately 5,500 hospitals to help manage the distribution of resources like protective equipment and medication during the COVID-19 pandemic. The collected data also aids in understanding outbreaks and determining the need for federal assistance. Comments must be submitted by February 22, 2021, through the specified online portal.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is proposing a new record system called the APHIS Student Outreach Programs System. This system will help manage applications and information from students and their guardians who apply for programs like AgDiscovery, which introduces teenagers to potential careers in agriculture. Information collected includes personal details and recommendation letters. The notice is issued under the Privacy Act of 1974 and comments on routine uses of the information in this system can be submitted by January 29, 2025.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is updating their system of records, known as "The Revenue Program-Billing and Collections Records-VA" (114VA10D), to comply with the Privacy Act of 1974. These updates include changes to system numbers, locations, purposes, and categories of individuals covered. The VA is also revising rules on how records are stored and used, including the introduction of electronic storage in secure facilities like Amazon Web Services and Cerner Technology Centers, while maintaining safety measures. The VA invites public comments on these changes by February 24, 2021, after which the system will go into effect.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) seeks public comments on revising an information collection process under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This process involves collecting identity-related information from individuals who request access to U.S. Federal Government web applications to verify their identity and create a user account. The FAA emphasizes the importance of public feedback on whether this information collection is necessary, its accuracy, and possible ways to enhance or simplify it. Comments should be submitted by June 16, 2025, through various means, including electronically, by mail, or fax.