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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public input on a proposed information collection project called "NCHHSTP Generic Clearance Formative Research and Tool Development." This project will help CDC's National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention collect information to enhance surveillance, communication, and research concerning diseases like HIV/AIDS, STDs, viral hepatitis, and tuberculosis, as well as school and adolescent health. The proposal aims to gather data efficiently and reduce public burden by improving research methods and developing better communication strategies. Public comments are invited by April 13, 2021, to ensure the effectiveness and accuracy of the proposed data collection.

The Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. had proposed a rule change to allow the listing and trading of Options-Linked Securities. This proposal was initially filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in May 2020 and published for public comment in June 2020. The SEC extended the period for decision-making on several occasions throughout 2020, but ultimately, the Exchange decided to withdraw the proposed rule change in December 2020. The Commission did not receive any comment letters regarding this proposal.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has sent a proposed data collection plan to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This is related to the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) program, which helps seniors access home equity through reverse mortgages. The plan outlines new requirements for property inspections to ensure the safety and eligibility of homes involved in this program. HUD is inviting public comments on the proposal, including suggestions on improving the process and minimizing any burdens on respondents, until February 24, 2021.

The Office of the Secretary at the Department of Health and Human Services has announced a proposal involving a new information collection called the Incident Report Form. This form is intended to help organizations report incidents related to human subject protection more easily, using a simplified and standardized format. Public comments on this initiative are invited until February 18, 2021. The collection aims to ensure the safety of human research subjects and compliance with regulations in HHS-conducted or supported research.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to decommission the Flight Service communication frequencies network across the contiguous United States, excluding Alaska, due to the outdated infrastructure and dramatic drop in service requests. The network, which was developed over 40 years ago, has become redundant with current technology, and maintaining it costs taxpayers millions annually. This move is expected to save costs as pilots now primarily use mobile technology for inflight advisory services. The FAA is seeking public comments on this decision and will consider them before finalizing the plan.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the receipt of a pesticide petition that seeks to establish or modify regulations for pesticide residues on various food commodities. The public is invited to comment on this petition by January 8, 2025. The petition includes requests to amend existing tolerances for certain pesticides and establish new ones. The EPA will evaluate public comments and additional data before making a final decision on the petition.

The Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board is seeking public feedback on the Port of Iberia District's plan to create a foreign-trade zone in Iberia Parish, Louisiana, using the alternative site framework. Public comments are accepted until January 17, 2025, with rebuttal comments due by February 3, 2025. Submissions should be sent via email to the FTZ Board's Executive Secretary. Additional details and the response to the preliminary recommendation can be found on the FTZ Board's website.

The Department of Commerce is seeking public input on a proposed information collection related to fishing permits for various Pacific Islands, including Hawaii and American Samoa. The NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service requires vessel owners and permit holders to register their vessels to manage fisheries effectively. This notice extends the comment period by an additional 30 days, inviting individuals, businesses, and federal agencies to comment on these requirements. Feedback is crucial for evaluating the impact and minimizing the reporting burden on the public.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a draft guideline titled “Evaluating Target Animal Safety and Effectiveness of Antibacterial New Animal Drugs for Bovine Mastitis,” now available for public comment. This guideline offers recommendations for medications that treat bovine mastitis through antibacterial agents administrable by intramammary infusion, but it might also be applicable to other forms or technologies. Individuals are encouraged to provide feedback until February 3, 2025. The document does not establish legal standards but reflects the current FDA views on the topic.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is delaying the start date of a rule about releasing guidance documents, pushing it from January 6, 2021, to March 21, 2021. This delay allows further review of the rule implementing Executive Order 13891, which aims to boost transparency by making guidance documents accessible online and open for public comment. DOE is not taking public comments on this delay but welcomes opinions on any further postponement and related matters. The action is a response to a directive from the new administration's Chief of Staff, advising a halt to review new rules.