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The Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on several information collection requests related to alcohol and tobacco regulations. These include various compliance activities such as chemist certification programs, special tax registrations, and excise tax returns. The information collected is essential for ensuring that regulations are followed and that taxes are accurately assessed and collected. Interested parties can find and comment on these requests through the government website, with feedback due by April 28, 2025.

The Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on its proposed information collection activities. They plan to submit these requests to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval following the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Interested individuals have until January 2, 2025, to provide their feedback. The information collection involves the Schedule of Excess Risks under the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, which helps in analyzing the solvency and contractual capabilities of companies certified by the Treasury.

The Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on a revised information collection called the Treasury International Capital Form SLT. This form involves reporting data on the buying, selling, and changes in the value of long-term securities by U.S. and foreign residents. The revision aims to improve data accuracy by collecting all information from a single source and reducing the paperwork burden on custodians. The updated form will become effective from February 2022, and the Treasury requests feedback on its necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce respondent burdens before March 29, 2021.

The Board of Trustees of the American Federation of Musicians & Employers Pension Fund has applied to reduce benefits, as per the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014. This application has been published on the Treasury Department's website. The Department of the Treasury is requesting public comments on the application from interested parties like participants, beneficiaries, and contributing employers. Comments need to be submitted by March 8, 2021, either electronically via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail to the Treasury Department.

The Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on their information collection requests, which will be reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). These requests relate to the reporting and recordkeeping requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) for U.S. persons with foreign financial accounts. The BSA helps combat money laundering and terrorism by requiring financial institutions to keep records and file reports helpful in various matters. The key form related to this is the FinCEN Report 114, also known as the FBAR, which must be filed annually if foreign accounts exceed $10,000 in the previous calendar year. The deadline for public feedback is February 25, 2021.

The Department of the Treasury has announced that the Board of Trustees of the Roofers Local No. 88 Pension Fund has submitted an application to reduce benefits under their pension plan. This proposal comes under the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014, which allows certain pension plans projected to run out of money to make such changes. The application is now available on the Treasury's website, and the public is encouraged to submit comments on it by February 26, 2021. Interested parties, such as plan participants, beneficiaries, employee organizations, and contributing employers, are invited to share their feedback.

The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), is requesting the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review and approve the extension of an existing form related to the Rough Diamonds Control Regulations. According to these regulations, individuals or businesses receiving shipments of rough diamonds must report the receipt to the relevant foreign exporting authority within 15 days of entry into the U.S. This process affects those involved in the international diamond trade, with an estimated total of 73 respondents and about 67 total annual burden hours for reporting. The department is inviting public comments on this collection by March 31, 2025, and details can be submitted through the specified website.

The Department of the Treasury is inviting public comments on their information collection requests, which will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. These requests include forms for claiming non-receipt of U.S. Treasury checks, disclaimers for U.S. Savings Bonds, and applications for insurance companies seeking Treasury certification. The public can comment on these proposals until January 29, 2025, by visiting the provided website. This process is done to ensure the collected information is necessary and not overly burdensome.

The Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on its proposed information collection activities related to the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). These activities involve renewing and revising the authority to collect information under various economic sanctions programs administered by OFAC. The Treasury department is consolidating several existing requests and introducing a new form related to economic sanctions on Russia. Comments are requested by January 27, 2025, and further details can be found on the specified government website.

The Department of the Treasury has announced a request for public comments on information collection related to providing access to U.S. currency for blind and visually impaired individuals. This follows a court order mandating the inclusion of tactile features in currency design to aid the visually impaired. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) will obtain feedback from these individuals through meetings and focus groups, employing a methodology previously developed by specialists in tactile acuity. Interested parties can submit their comments online by March 31, 2025.