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The Department of Defense's Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs has announced a proposed public information collection related to the Defense Health Agency (DHA). They are seeking public feedback on the necessity and effectiveness of this data collection, which involves the Assistance Reporting Tool (ART). This tool is used by Military Health System customer service staff to manage feedback and authorizations for TRICARE benefits, and the DHA is interested in enhancing this process. Members of the public have until March 11, 2025, to submit their comments on this proposal.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a notice inviting public comments on its data collection efforts as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. The aim is to assess the necessity and practical utility of the information collected, the accuracy of the burden estimates, and the means to enhance and simplify the collection process. The FCC emphasizes that no information collection should happen without a valid Office of Management and Budget control number, protecting respondents from penalties. Comments should be submitted by May 16, 2025, to help further improve FCC's documentation and information collection processes.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comments on its intention to collect information as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. This notice gives the public a chance to provide input on various collections of information, which include issues such as the accuracy of burden estimates and usefulness of the data collected. CMS is also looking at ways to improve the process and the effectiveness of using data collected from State agencies, mental health centers, and other entities to provide better services for Medicare and Medicaid. People are encouraged to submit their comments by January 8, 2025.

The Washington Headquarters Services of the Department of Defense is planning to collect public information and is seeking feedback on this proposal. This initiative is in response to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and aims to evaluate the impact of new workplace safety policies implemented due to COVID-19. The findings will help improve the work environment and ensure effective communication. The public can submit their comments electronically by April 1, 2021, as physical mail submissions are not possible during the pandemic.

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service of the Department of Defense has announced a proposed collection of public information in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are seeking public comments on whether this information collection is necessary and if it can be improved. This collection involves gathering signatures and details needed to process death gratuity payments to designated beneficiaries or next-of-kin of deceased service members. Public comments must be submitted by April 1, 2021, through the official eRulemaking Portal.