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The Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing changes to its Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) as part of the VA MISSION Act of 2018. These changes aim to expand eligibility to veterans from all service eras, redefine terms affecting program eligibility and benefits, and introduce new benefits like financial planning and legal services. The updates also include changes to stipend calculations for caregivers and procedures for reassessing eligibility and managing overpayments. The VA is seeking public comments on this information collection over a 30-day period.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, will hold a virtual meeting of the Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF) on February 10-11, 2021. This meeting will discuss systematic reviews and topics such as Nutrition, Physical Activity, Obesity, and Health Equity/Social Determinants of Health. The public can attend the meeting by registering in advance, and there will be an opportunity for public comments during specific segments. The CPSTF, an independent panel, focuses on identifying programs that enhance public health by evaluating evidence and issuing recommendations, which are informative rather than mandatory.

The COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force will hold a virtual meeting on February 26, 2021, as part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' efforts to address health inequities caused or worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. This meeting aims to introduce Task Force members and outline their goals, following Executive Order 13995, which focuses on ensuring an equitable pandemic response and recovery. Members of the public can register to attend and participate in the comment session, with further details available on the HHS Office of Minority Health website. The Task Force will eventually submit a report with recommendations for tackling ongoing and future health inequities related to the pandemic.

The U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) is hosting a public meeting from March 12 to March 14, 2025, at LUMCON Blue Works in Houma, Louisiana. The meeting, which will be conducted both virtually and in-person, will cover topics like welcoming new members, developing a new work plan, and updates from NOAA. Public comments are welcome, with written comments accepted until March 4, 2025. The event is accessible to people with disabilities and will also be recorded.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has started an investigation into alleged patent violations by several tech companies, including Intel and others. The complaint was made by Tela Innovations, Inc., who claim these companies imported and sold certain microprocessors and products in the U.S. that infringe on their patent rights. Tela Innovations wants the Commission to stop these imports and sales with an exclusion order and cease and desist orders. A hearing will determine the validity and scope of these allegations, and involved parties must respond to the complaint by a specific deadline to avoid default judgments.

The U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) Advisory Committee will hold a hybrid public meeting from January 21-23, 2025, in Houma, Louisiana. The meeting is open to both virtual and in-person participation, and public comments can be submitted online or via email. The meeting will discuss new member onboarding, the development of a work plan focusing on IOOS Inflation Reduction Act projects, updates on committee governance, and reports from NOAA and partners. Public comments are encouraged but should be submitted by January 13, 2025, for inclusion in the review process.

The Department of Defense announced a meeting of the Department of the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board that will occur on March 27 and 28, 2025, at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. The meeting will be closed to the public due to classified discussions. The agenda includes working sessions and updates on fiscal year 2025 study panels. Members of the public who want to provide input can submit written statements to the designated officer.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the Full-Service Community Schools (FSCS) program for the fiscal year 2021, under the Assistance Listing Number 84.215J. This program supports schools that provide a range of services, including educational, social, and health services, particularly in high-poverty areas. Interested entities, such as local educational agencies and community organizations, must submit applications by March 1, 2021, and are required to match funds as part of their budget. The program emphasizes collaboration among partners to effectively deliver services to children and families.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the 2021 fiscal year for the Promise Neighborhoods (PN) Program. It aims to enhance educational and developmental outcomes for children in distressed U.S. communities. The program focuses on offering a range of high-quality services to ensure school readiness, high school graduation, and readiness for higher education and careers. Interested applicants should check eligibility requirements and be prepared to meet specific application criteria, including submitting a memorandum of understanding with partnering organizations.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is proposing a new interpretive rule to help companies and investors understand existing rules around electronic fund transfers (EFTs) as people use new ways to transfer money for personal purposes. This rule stems from growing interest in products like stablecoins and virtual currencies, which are gaining use in non-traditional payment systems. The goal is to ensure consumer rights and liabilities under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) are clear and consistently applied, preventing confusion and competitive disadvantages among service providers. They seek public feedback on this proposal by March 31, 2025.