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The Department of Defense (DOD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are seeking public feedback on extending the value engineering requirements through the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). They want comments on whether the information collection is essential for federal acquisitions and how it can be improved while minimizing the burden on respondents. The public is invited to submit comments by May 12, 2025, via the website https://www.regulations.gov. The collected data will help evaluate Value Engineering Change Proposals (VECPs) that contractors submit, and if accepted, enable a fair sharing plan for cost reductions.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has proposed a new collection of information aimed at understanding and improving the recruitment, retention, and promotion of Hispanic service members. This proposal is part of a study required by the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act to address underrepresentation issues. The DoD has contracted with CNA and Florida International University to conduct focus groups and surveys to gather relevant data and insights. Public comments on this proposal are invited until February 18, 2025.

The Department of Defense has issued a notification of a proposed arms sale to Kazakhstan, which includes various military equipment such as Raytheon AST TITAN Communication Intelligence Sensor Suites, King Air B300ER Scorpion aircraft, and other related systems. The total estimated value of this sale is $128.1 million and aims to enhance Kazakhstan's defense capabilities, helping it to address regional threats and ensure border security. This deal supports U.S. foreign policy goals and has been found not to affect the military balance in the region or U.S. defense readiness. The primary contractor for this sale will be Sierra Nevada Corporation.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has submitted a plan to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for reviewing a proposal to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This proposal involves the National Language Service Corps, which recruits U.S. citizens willing to volunteer their language skills for national security work in situations where other resources aren't available. The information collection request is for an extension, and it includes forms DD 2932, 2933, and 2934. Comments on this proposal can be submitted until February 10, 2025, via www.reginfo.gov.

The Department of Defense (DoD), specifically the Department of the Navy, has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) aimed at understanding the impact of social factors on the behavior and mental health of military personnel. This study will collect data from service members to examine how issues like financial problems, housing insecurity, and discrimination contribute to mental health challenges and suicide risks. The goal is to create strategies to connect Sailors and Marines with supportive services that can address these challenges. Public comments on the proposed information collection are welcome until February 10, 2025.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA have issued a final rule that updates the Federal Acquisition Regulation. This update supports the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2018 and requires domestic airlines that work with the federal government to submit an annual report on actions taken to prevent human trafficking. There is also a correction to the rule's effective date, now set for January 3, 2025.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking public comments on a proposal for collecting information as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The proposal aims to evaluate the U.S. Army Barracks Locks Upgrade Initiative (BLUI), which updated locks in Army barracks to study its impact on preventing sexual and non-sexual crimes among junior soldiers. Feedback is encouraged to help improve prevention strategies and understand the initiative's effectiveness. Comments should be sent to the designated online portal by February 18, 2025.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has requested clearance from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This collection involves the submission of Defense Logistics Agency Form 2536, which assesses purchasers' compliance with regulations before buying defense materials. The public is encouraged to submit comments or recommendations concerning this proposal by February 10, 2025. The process is voluntary, and respondents have an average burden of 90 minutes per response.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a notice about an arms sales proposal to Israel, which includes various 155mm artillery ammunition and related support services. The total cost of the sale is estimated to be $147.5 million, and the sale is considered crucial for U.S. national security interests. The sale is aimed at enhancing Israel's self-defense capabilities and does not require additional U.S. personnel in Israel. The items involved in the proposed sale are unclassified, and the transaction adheres to U.S. foreign policy goals.

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, has published a Notice of Inquiry seeking public comments. This notice is in collaboration with the Department of Defense's (DoD) 5G Initiative and aims to explore the development of a 5G Challenge. The goal of this challenge is to fast-track the creation of an open 5G stack ecosystem, which is crucial for Defense missions. NTIA is asking stakeholders for input on structuring this challenge, focusing on goals, incentives, and the necessary infrastructure.