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The Department of the Treasury plans to submit information collection requests regarding Treasury Foreign Currency Forms FC-1, FC-2, and FC-3 to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This collection is in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the public is invited to submit comments by February 26, 2021. These forms collect data on foreign exchange markets and are required from significant market participants, including both U.S. and foreign entities controlled by U.S. persons. The forms are submitted weekly, monthly, or quarterly, depending on the type, with an estimated total annual response burden of 3,963 hours.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new study to collect data on vehicle occupant body size, shape, posture, and motion. This research aims to improve occupant safety by developing new human body models and crash test dummies that better reflect current population characteristics. The study will involve recruiting 300 participants for in-lab measurements and 100 for in-vehicle studies and is focused on addressing gaps in data, particularly for female drivers and individuals with high body mass. Public comments are invited on the necessity, effectiveness, and potential improvements of this proposed information collection.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting the public and other federal agencies to comment on their information collection efforts as part of their ongoing attempt to reduce paperwork burdens, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC is seeking feedback on various aspects, such as whether the information collection is necessary and if the burden estimation is accurate, especially for small businesses. The comments should be submitted by April 28, 2025. This effort includes ensuring that no penalties are applied for failing to comply with collections that do not have a valid Office of Management and Budget control number.

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the collection of information required under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves gathering data on the Independent Living Services Program Performance Report, which helps improve independent living services in various U.S. regions, including states, territories, and commonwealths. The ACL uses this data to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to identify training needs for organizations involved. The public can submit comments on this proposal until March 29, 2021.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to reinstate an information collection that expired in 2020. This collection gathers data from private foundations or entities involved with Presidential libraries for a report to Congress. The request was delayed due to COVID-related disruptions, and NARA is inviting public comments on this proposal according to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The data collection will help NARA perform its duties related to accepting new Presidential library facilities.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection as part of the application process for federally assisted housing. This notice allows the public to submit comments on the collection for an additional 30 days. The goal of the collection is to help housing providers contact someone connected to the applicant, like a family member or friend, to assist with any issues during their tenancy. Comments can be made on the necessity and accuracy of the information as well as suggestions to improve or reduce the burden of the collection process.

The United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service (RUS) is seeking public comments on the revision of an existing information collection as outlined in the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This pertains to assessing the necessity, accuracy, and utility of the collected information and ways to minimize the burden on respondents. The RUS uses this information, provided mainly through audited financial statements by borrowers, to make decisions about their creditworthiness and the appropriate use of loan funds. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their comments by April 12, 2021, which will be taken into account in the request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has announced a request for public comments on an information collection related to credit union capital planning and stress testing, as governed by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection aims to gather data from large federally insured credit unions to ensure they have adequate capital resources. Comments can be submitted until June 23, 2025, addressing aspects like the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the collection. The process will include public input, and all comments will be documented openly.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection called "Survey Screening Questions." This collection aims to gather data from individuals to help the CFPB better understand financial issues faced by the American public and improve their services. The public is invited to submit comments by January 3, 2025, providing feedback on the necessity, utility, and clarity of the questionnaire as well as suggestions to reduce respondents' burden. The CFPB anticipates about 50,000 responses, accumulating a total annual burden of 12,500 hours.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is asking the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review and approve their information collection request as part of renewing an approved information collection. This collection involves Patent and Trademark Resource Center Metrics to help track the use of patent and trademark services provided by the public. The USPTO is also inviting public comments on this request, allowing people 30 more days to provide feedback. They state that it takes about 30 minutes on average to respond and that no additional costs are expected for respondents.