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Union Pacific Railroad Company (UP) has requested an extension of a waiver from certain federal railroad safety regulations. The waiver would allow UP to skip detailed inspections on trains moving from the International Yard in El Paso, Texas, to nearby yards in Dallas Street and Alfalfa, and to Santa Teresa, New Mexico. UP argues that conducting inspections at Dallas and Alfalfa Yards is safer and more efficient. The public can review the petition online and submit comments to the Federal Railroad Administration until February 25, 2025.

The Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) is proposing a new system of records called the PRAC Data Warehouse System (PDWS), which falls under the Privacy Act of 1974. This system is meant to help the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee (PRAC) oversight the funds aimed at Coronavirus response, ensuring transparency, and detecting any fraudulent or wasteful activities. The records will include information about individuals and entities involved in the distribution or receipt of these funds. This proposal will take effect on February 26, 2021, unless significant objections lead to a change.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is modifying its existing Privacy Act system of records, named DOE-14 Report of Compensation, to comply with new formatting requirements and to ensure proper coverage of business processes and Privacy Act information. Key changes include updates to system locations and managers, revisions to categories of covered individuals and records, and modifications to policies for record storage, retrieval, and disposal. The update also involves removing magnetic tape and paper records and adopting cloud-based storage solutions while enhancing security measures. The document outlines procedures for record access, contesting record procedures, and routine uses of records, ensuring compliance with relevant federal privacy laws and guidelines.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is updating its Privacy Act System of Records, specifically the DOE-26 Official Travel Records, to meet new requirements and better protect personal information. Changes include updating system locations, removing old system sites, and adding new routine uses to improve response to data breaches. The notice also updates information on safeguarding records, which can be stored in secure cloud-based environments, and describes procedures for individuals to access or contest their records. These modifications aim to enhance privacy protections and ensure compliance with federal policies.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is updating a system of records related to its Lifeline Program, which helps low-income individuals get discounts on phone and internet services. The changes include simplifying and clarifying information to make it easier to read, implementing better measures to monitor program representatives, and reducing fraud. The updates also involve sharing certain details with other federal agencies and contractors involved in administering similar programs and carrying out consumer surveys. These modifications aim to improve program efficiency while protecting the privacy and personal information of those involved.

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.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is updating an existing system of records managed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and renamed it to "NIH Loan Repayment Records." This update also includes proposed exemptions for some records from certain requirements of the Privacy Act, intended to protect the identity of those who provide information in confidence. The system is used to manage and evaluate educational Loan Repayment Programs, which help repay loans for individuals conducting biomedical and behavioral research. Public comments on these changes can be submitted until March 15, 2021, and the new system will be effective after any feedback is addressed.

The Department of the Treasury has proposed a new system of records titled "Health Screening and Contact Tracing Records" to track individuals who have been infected with or exposed to communicable diseases while at Treasury facilities or events. This system, established under the Privacy Act of 1974, aims to protect the health of Treasury personnel and visitors by collecting necessary information for health screening and contact tracing. Treasury will use these records to comply with health and safety regulations, respond to public health emergencies, and reduce the transmission of infectious diseases. Personal information, including health data, may be shared with relevant authorities for public health purposes while maintaining privacy safeguards.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is introducing a new system of records to be managed by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) within its Administration for Children and Families. This system, titled ORR Unaccompanied Children Bureau Child Abuse or Neglect Investigation Records and Central Registry, aims to document cases related to child abuse or neglect at ORR facilities and maintain a registry to vet individuals who may work with unaccompanied children. The information stored will be used for investigations and to ensure that those with a history of abuse or neglect are not allowed to work or volunteer in positions involving direct contact with children under ORR care. Importantly, the data recorded will not be shared for immigration enforcement purposes without prior written consent from the individual concerned.

The City of Pasadena, California, filed a tariff update with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, effective January 1, 2025. People interested in this matter can submit comments, protests, or requests to intervene by following specific guidelines, as mentioned in the Commission's rules. The Commission emphasizes electronic submissions through its website, and assistance is available for public engagement and navigating the submission process. Submissions must be completed by March 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.