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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a notice about changes to their Privacy Act System of Records, specifically affecting the DOE-25 U.S. Commuter Locator and Parking Space Information System. The updates include new formatting requirements and adjustments to ensure better privacy protections and compliance with federal laws. Notably, the notice adds the Bonneville Power Administration as a location, updates the system manager’s office, and expands several sections to accommodate current parking practices. It also includes measures to respond to breaches involving personal information and aligns with federal guidelines for data storage and handling.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Mission Support has announced plans to create a new system of records, called Fleet Access, in compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974. This system is designed to store and manage vehicle asset data for federal agencies and to support the EPA's vehicle reservation needs. Fleet Access will keep information such as vehicle details and personal information of EPA employees and contractors. Additionally, it will generate reports on vehicle usage to be shared with other agencies like the Department of Energy and General Services Administration. The public can comment on this notice until March 25, 2021.

The Department of Justice has extended the public comment period for a proposed consent decree involving Home Depot by 30 days. This extension gives the public until February 22, 2021, to submit their comments. The lawsuit claims Home Depot violated the Toxic Substances Control Act by performing renovations without using EPA-certified firms. The proposed agreement requires Home Depot to pay a $20,750,000 penalty and start a compliance program.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has announced the creation of a new records system called "OPM/Central-23 FEHB Program Enrollment Records." This system will gather and maintain information about people enrolled in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program and their family members. The records will be used to manage various processes like verifying eligibility and enrollment, handling premiums, and evaluating the effectiveness of the FEHB Program. The new system is set to improve transparency and help OPM respond better to inquiries under the Privacy Act of 1974.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is proposing changes to its existing Privacy Act System of Records, known as DOE-28 General Training Records. This update aims to meet new formatting guidelines from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and enhance the protection of personal information. The proposal includes removing certain office locations, updating and adding new ones, and altering how such systems operate, especially with the implementation of cloud storage. Additionally, several routine uses of personal information are being revised or newly introduced to ensure better management of data and assist in responses to potential data breaches.

The City of Azusa, California submitted a tariff filing for its 2025 Transmission Revenue Balancing Account Adjustment and Existing Transmission Contract Update, which aims to take effect on January 1, 2025. People who want to comment, protest, or intervene on this filing can do so by following specific procedures outlined by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Details about the procedures, including guidance from FERC's Office of Public Participation, can be accessed through FERC's website, and submissions can be made electronically or via mail. The deadline to file comments, protests, or motions to intervene is March 5, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is updating an existing system of records, named Federal Advisory Committee/Subgroup Member, Subscriber/Registrant, and Guest Speaker Records. This update includes adding records about guest speakers at advisory committee meetings and changing the system's name. New routine uses for the records have been established, such as sharing limited information about guest speakers’ qualifications and financial interests. The update aims to enhance transparency and ensure compliance with federal advisory committee regulations. Comments on the new and revised policies are invited until January 27, 2025.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is updating its Health Program Evaluation records system to improve clarity and security. The changes include updating how records are used, stored, and protected, and revising contact information for system managers. The VA is also making minor language adjustments to enhance understanding and ensure the system aligns with routine use guidelines. Public comments are invited, and the updated records system will take effect 30 days after its publication unless further changes are deemed necessary.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is updating 13 of its systems of records under the Privacy Act of 1974. These updates involve minor administrative changes like updating authorities, retention schedules, and system managers to ensure clarity and accuracy. Importantly, these modifications do not alter the systems themselves. The public is invited to comment on these revisions by April 18, 2025.

The Department of Commerce is planning to create a new system of records called "COMMERCE/DEPT-30, Public Affairs Records." This system aims to help the Department's Office of Public Affairs maintain communication with the media, civil society organizations, and the public based on regional and policy interests. The records will include data such as contact information, travel records, and press releases, and will support functions like research, storm documentation, and public communication. Safeguards will be in place to ensure that the handling of these records complies with legal and privacy standards.