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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted an information collection request regarding "COVID-19 Pandemic Response, Laboratory Data Reporting" to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This proposed data collection aims to gather comprehensive laboratory testing data to aid in the public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic by tracking disease trends, facilitating contact tracing, and managing testing resources. The CDC is inviting public comments for an additional 30 days to ensure this collection is efficient, clear, and minimally burdensome. Interested individuals can comment on the necessity and accuracy of the data collection or contribute suggestions for improvement.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to revise the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) for approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), as part of their compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The BRFSS, which surveys health risk behaviors and conditions across all U.S. states and territories, plans to add an online survey option in addition to traditional phone interviews for 2025-2027. This system helps gather essential health data, and for most states, it's the primary source of such information. Public comments on this proposed data collection are welcome within 30 days of this notice's publication.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is planning to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to revise the information collection process for Form 1086, which relates to secondary market transactions. This request is part of the requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), and the SBA is seeking public comments about the necessity and accuracy of the information collection, as well as ways to minimize its burden. Comments should be submitted by February 18, 2025. The agency is particularly interested in suggestions on enhancing the clarity and utility of the information collected.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking for public comments on the paperwork and time burden associated with Form 1098-MA, used for Mortgage Assistance Payments. This request is part of their ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the information collection. Comments are requested by February 3, 2025, and should be sent to Andrés Garcia at the IRS, either via mail or email.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is inviting public comments on renewing the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for collecting information through NRC Form 531, titled "Request for Taxpayer Identification Number." This process involves gathering taxpayer identification numbers from individuals and entities doing business with the government, including those holding licenses and permits from the NRC. Public comments are requested by February 18, 2025, to help ensure the proposed information collection is necessary and effective. The NRC is particularly interested in feedback on the necessity, burden, and potential improvements related to the data collection process.

The Department of State is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection concerning travel to restricted countries or areas, specifically focusing on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). This collection aims to determine eligibility for special passport validations that allow travel to such areas. These validations are important due to the ongoing restrictions imposed by the State Department for safety reasons. Interested parties have until February 5, 2021, to submit their comments.

The Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security is seeking public comments on information collection related to the Chemical Weapons Convention. This proposed collection aims to gather data from facilities producing or managing chemicals listed under the Convention. The information collection intends to fulfill obligations under international treaties and enhance regulation compliance. Comments from the public will help assess the practicality and refine the methodology of this data gathering, which is mandatory for certain businesses.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is planning to update its National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB), which allows consumers, drivers, and others to file complaints against unsafe companies and employees. The proposed changes aim to improve the system by making it easier for people to file and track complaints, and for FMCSA to respond in a timely manner. Public comments on these updates are encouraged and must be submitted by March 4, 2025. The updates will help ensure consumer protection and promote safer practices in the motor carrier industry.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for collecting information for the Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) program. This program aims to aid Native American tribes and Alaska Native communities by developing housing, public facilities, and economic opportunities. HUD invites public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to minimize the burden of this information collection. Responses can be submitted through the specified online portal or by contacting HUD directly.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a new information collection project called "Cure-HepC." This survey aims to gather data on hepatitis C practices in prisons and large jails across the U.S. and will involve 101 state departments of corrections and large jails, including Washington, D.C. The survey will cover hepatitis C screening, testing, treatment practices, and challenges in eliminating the virus in these settings. The information will help CDC improve and allocate resources effectively to combat hepatitis C in correctional facilities. Public comments on this proposed collection are encouraged.