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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a notice inviting public comments as part of their ongoing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC is specifically seeking suggestions on how to further reduce the information collection burden for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. This notice pertains to the collection of information related to foreign sponsorship identification rules for broadcast media. These rules require broadcasters to disclose when material has been sponsored or paid for by a foreign entity, and the FCC is looking for ways to ensure compliance while minimizing paperwork costs and burdens for licensees.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public comments on the renewal of an information collection effort titled, “Interagency Statement on Complex Structured Finance Transactions.” This initiative, required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, aims to reduce paperwork and burden on respondents by soliciting public feedback on the necessity and practicality of the information collected. The OCC invites comments by May 12, 2025, on aspects such as the collection’s utility, accuracy of burden estimates, ways to enhance the information quality, and methods to minimize respondent burden, including the use of technology. This notice marks the start of a 60-day comment period before the OCC will submit the collection for approval.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is allowing the public to comment on its plan to gather information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Federal agencies must make a public announcement in the Federal Register about any proposed data collection and give the public 60 days to comment. The comments can cover various aspects, such as the necessity of the data collection and ways to reduce the burden of providing information. This notice specifically discusses the extension of the National Implementation of the In-Center Hemodialysis CAHPS Survey, which helps report on dialysis facilities and improve healthcare quality.

The Office of the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection project, as part of compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The project involves the annual OMHA Appellant Climate Survey, which measures satisfaction of those who have participated in Medicare hearings. The survey seeks input on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of the information collected. Public comments are invited by April 23, 2021, and contributors are encouraged to focus on ways to improve the process and reduce the burden of information collection.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on their Information Collection Request (ICR) under the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are asking for feedback on the necessity and utility of the information collection activities, the accuracy of their burden estimates, and ways to improve or reduce the burden of these activities. The FRA aims to use this feedback to enhance reporting efficiency, improve information quality, and accurately assess resource expenditures. Public comments must be submitted by May 12, 2025.

The Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration is seeking public comments on the proposed extension of the information collection request titled "Work Application/Job Order Recordkeeping." This initiative aims to minimize paperwork and the burden on respondents as part of the department's ongoing effort to align with the Paperwork Reduction Act. They encourage feedback on the necessity, utility, and efficiency of the data collection and the methods used to collect it. Public comments must be submitted by March 17, 2025, and will be made publicly available without redaction.

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement is seeking public comments on renewing an information collection process as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This involves the certification of blasters in states with federal programs and on Indian lands. The agency is interested in feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and potential burden reduction of this information collection. Comments are due by February 16, 2021, and may be submitted through the specified website or via email to Mark Gehlhar, the Information Collection Clearance Officer.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking the public and other government agencies to comment on a revised plan to collect information, as part of their effort to reduce paperwork. This plan, which is necessary for the FCC to perform its duties properly, especially focuses on helping small businesses. The Commission plans to make changes to the rules related to information collection on broadband deployment, introducing new forms and updating how data is reported and certified. These updates will affect how broadband providers file their reports, aiming to streamline the process and reduce duplications.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking for public comments on its information collection methods under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The goal is to find out if these collections are truly necessary, if the burden estimates are accurate, and how they might be improved or lessened, especially for small businesses. Two specific information collections are discussed: one involves AM radio stations applying for extensions of service times, and the other pertains to submissions for AM radio auction applications to ensure fair distribution of radio service. The FCC emphasizes that they cannot collect information without a valid control number from the Office of Management and Budget.

The Department of Education is proposing changes to the existing information collection for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026-2027 period. The department is seeking feedback from the public to evaluate the necessity and efficiency of this collection process while aiming to reduce the reporting burden. Comments can be submitted electronically by April 7, 2025. The proposal estimates a reduction in burden hours and involves a comprehensive analysis of the application process components.