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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to extend an existing information collection project about Factors Influencing the Transmission of Influenza to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The study aims to better understand how the influenza virus spreads, especially through the air, by examining airborne particles and biomarkers in the blood of volunteers. The study was paused due to COVID-19 but is now seeking to continue for three more years, involving 270 volunteer participants in total. The CDC is asking for public comments on this project for 30 days, with a particular interest in whether the information collection is necessary, its accuracy, and how the burden of participating can be minimized.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to conduct an information collection project focused on law enforcement training. This project aims to address the health and safety risks associated with shift work and long work hours by developing a training program for officers. The pilot study will involve 60 law enforcement officers, using surveys and wearable devices to track sleep and evaluate the effectiveness of the training. The goal is to improve the quality of work schedules and personal strategies to help officers manage the demands of their job. Public comments on this project are encouraged within 30 days of this notice.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, has announced that the charter for the Board of Scientific Counselors, National Center for Health Statistics, has been renewed. This renewal is effective for a 2-year period, lasting until January 19, 2023. This notice complies with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. For more details or inquiries, one can contact Dr. Sayheedha Uddin, the Designated Federal Officer for the Board.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry have announced a closed meeting. Marilyn Ridenour is the contact person for any further information regarding the meeting, and she can be reached at the CDC's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Kalwant Smagh, serving as the Director of the Strategic Business Initiatives Unit, is authorized to sign Federal Register notices related to meetings and other management activities for these agencies.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a public meeting of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) scheduled for February 26-28, 2025. The meeting will address various vaccines, such as those for COVID-19, influenza, and RSV, with some subject to voting on recommendations. Public written comments can be submitted between February 3-17, 2025, and there will also be opportunities for oral comments during the meeting. The meeting will be live-streamed online, allowing public participation, with comment submission procedures detailed on the CDC website.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a closed meeting of the Disease, Disability, and Injury Prevention and Control Special Emphasis Panel to review grant applications. This virtual meeting will take place on February 24-25, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. The meeting is closed to protect sensitive information, such as trade secrets and personal data, in compliance with federal regulations. Contact Dan Hartley at the CDC for more information.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a closed meeting of the Disease, Disability, and Injury Prevention and Control Special Emphasis Panel. This meeting will take place via web conference on April 29-30, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT. The purpose of the meeting is to review and evaluate grant applications, and it is closed to the public due to the possible discussion of confidential information and personal privacy concerns. For further details, individuals can contact Carlisha Gentles, the Scientific Review Officer at the CDC.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a change to its Lead Safe Housing Rule, lowering the elevated blood lead level (EBLL) threshold for children under six from 5 to 3.5 micrograms per deciliter. This aligns with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's current guidelines. HUD is requiring compliance with this new standard by July 16, 2025, for most areas, although jurisdictions that already meet these levels have until April 17, 2025. The change aims to better protect children from lead exposure by prompting environmental investigations and potential intervention in HUD-assisted housing.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking public feedback on their "Operational Readiness Review 2.0" information collection project, as part of compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This project assesses the public health emergency preparedness of 62 jurisdictions, including major cities, to ensure they are ready to handle health emergencies. The public has 30 days to provide comments on whether the information collected is essential, accurate, and efficient. The CDC uses this data to identify strengths and challenges in preparedness programs and improve responses to public health threats.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a closed meeting, as noticed in the Federal Register. Gregory Anderson, a Scientific Review Officer at the CDC, is the contact person for more information. The notice has been authorized by Kalwant Smagh, Director of the Strategic Business Initiatives Unit, under the CDC and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. The reference for this notice is document 2021-00284, published on January 11, 2021.