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The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has issued a notice requesting public comments on an information collection related to Hawaii reef diving and snorkeling. This survey aims to understand divers' and snorkelers' spending related to reef activities in several U.S. locations, expanding a previous survey conducted in Hawaii. Feedback from the public will help evaluate the necessity and utility of the information collection, improve its quality, and reduce the burden on respondents. Comments from the public will be included in the request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

The Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection process, as stated in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The process involves a 3-year extension without changes to the current method in which Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) submit records for a consultation process specifically for research involving vulnerable groups like pregnant women, prisoners, and children. Public comments are invited regarding the necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce the burden of this information collection by March 7, 2025. Interested parties can submit comments or inquire for more details via email or phone, referencing document identifier 0990-0481-60D.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection request related to the HHS Teletracking COVID-19 Portal. This portal collects data from approximately 5,500 hospitals to help manage the distribution of resources like protective equipment and medication during the COVID-19 pandemic. The collected data also aids in understanding outbreaks and determining the need for federal assistance. Comments must be submitted by February 22, 2021, through the specified online portal.

The Corporation for National and Community Service, also known as AmeriCorps, is requesting public feedback on their proposed information collection titled AmeriCorps External Reviewer Survey. This survey is a new initiative aimed at individuals who have served as External Reviewers or External Panel Coordinators to help evaluate and improve AmeriCorps' grant application processes. The public is invited to submit their comments before February 11, 2021, via the provided online portal. The proposed survey plans to collect electronic responses from approximately 250 individuals, with an estimated total response time of 60 hours.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, is asking for public comments on its information collections, specifically FERC Form Nos. 1, 1-F, and 3-Q. These forms are used to collect financial and operational data from major and nonmajor electric utilities, licensees, and natural gas companies. Comments are due by April 8, 2025, and FERC seeks input on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements for the data collection processes. The request aims to understand if the information is useful for FERC's functions and how the collections can be enhanced or made less burdensome.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a request for public comments on the collection of information it conducts. This is part of a requirement to renew the approval for using various forms, such as the Integrated Registration Services System, which helps verify identities for secure communication. Another form described is the Notification of a Social Security Number to Employers, which assists in ensuring employers have accurate information for wage reporting. The SSA seeks feedback on how to improve these procedures and reduce the burden on respondents.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is considering a request from Hawaii for a five-year exemption from some commercial driver's license (CDL) and training requirements. Currently, Hawaii has a two-year exemption that lets drivers on the islands of Lanai and Molokai skip parts of the CDL skills test, but it expires in 2026. Hawaii wants to extend this exemption and add more leniency for training providers in those areas. The FMCSA is asking the public to share their opinions on whether to cancel the current exemption and grant a new one. Comments must be submitted by January 29, 2025.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is asking for public comments on the collection of qualitative feedback about its services. This feedback aims to gather opinions and perceptions to help improve the SEC's program management and service delivery. The SEC estimates they will conduct 20 activities each year involving 30,000 participants, with each responding once, taking about 10 minutes each. Comments on whether this information collection is necessary or how it can be improved are welcome until February 25, 2025.

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is seeking public comments on the extension of the ACF-696: Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Quarterly Financial Report form. This form is used by 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. Territories to report financial expenditures related to CCDF funding. The ACF proposes to renew this form without any changes and is requesting feedback on its necessity, accuracy, clarity, and any suggestions to reduce the reporting burden. Comments are invited within 60 days of the notice publication.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comments on the renewal of a rule under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This rule, Rule 17Ad-16, requires registered transfer agents to notify securities depositories when they begin or end services for a company or change their contact information. The SEC estimates that this process involves around 16,412 notices each year, taking about 15 minutes per notice, and costing the industry a total of approximately $1.58 million annually. Comments on whether this information collection is necessary, accurate, or could be improved are requested by May 5, 2025.