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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10551
    Reading Time:about 14 minutes

    The Department of the Navy has introduced a new system of records called the Command Individual Risk and Resiliency System (CIRRAS) for the United States Marine Corps (USMC). This system will assist Commanding Officers and Senior Enlisted Advisors in making better decisions about force preservation and risk management for Marines and Service Members. CIRRAS will record and analyze various personal and service-related data to quickly identify individuals needing immediate attention, supporting unit readiness, and helping commanders implement strategies to mitigate risks. Public feedback on the system's usage practices will be accepted until March 24, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The Navy made a new system to help leaders keep Marines safe and ready by checking their information to see who might need help and how to make things better for everyone. People have until March 24, 2021, to share their thoughts about how this system works.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3970
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is introducing a new system to handle appeals from current and former Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) employees. These employees have received VA orders to repay or reduce their bonuses, awards, relocation expenses, or retirement benefits, usually due to claims of misconduct or poor performance. This system is created in line with the Privacy Act of 1974 and details how records will be managed and who can access this information. The public can submit comments about this proposal until February 14, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The OPM is setting up a safe place to check if VA workers have to give back any money they got, like bonuses or moving costs, and to help them if they think it's not fair. But some people worry it might be a little tricky to understand all the details and how it keeps people's privacy safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2670
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    In the Federal Register notice document published on December 21, 2020, a correction has been made. The date mentioned in the DATES section on page 83084, third column, lines two and four, has been changed. The original date "January 20, 2021" should now be read as "January 21, 2021." This change ensures the document reflects the correct deadlines.

    Simple Explanation

    In a notice from the Federal Reserve, they've corrected a date in a document. Instead of something being due on "January 20, 2021," it should actually be "January 21, 2021," kind of like remembering a friend's birthday one day late and telling everyone the right day.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6975
    Reading Time:about 23 minutes

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is updating its system of records, specifically the "Health Information Exchange-VA." These changes involve renaming the system, updating contact and location details, and modifying how records are stored and accessed. The updated system focuses on sharing health information to improve veteran care and includes new categories of data and protection measures to ensure data security. The modifications also clarify how information can be shared with other organizations and government agencies while maintaining privacy protections.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is making changes to a system that helps share health information to take better care of veterans. They are updating how this information is kept safe and shared, like having stronger locks on doors and making sure only the right people can see and use it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 104119
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is modifying its existing Privacy Act system of records, named DOE-14 Report of Compensation, to comply with new formatting requirements and to ensure proper coverage of business processes and Privacy Act information. Key changes include updates to system locations and managers, revisions to categories of covered individuals and records, and modifications to policies for record storage, retrieval, and disposal. The update also involves removing magnetic tape and paper records and adopting cloud-based storage solutions while enhancing security measures. The document outlines procedures for record access, contesting record procedures, and routine uses of records, ensuring compliance with relevant federal privacy laws and guidelines.

    Simple Explanation

    The Energy Department is updating how it keeps track of how much people are paid to match new rules, store information more safely in the cloud, and make sure records are kept and used properly.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 104112
    Reading Time:about 20 minutes

    The Department of Defense is updating its Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database system, which gathers information about sexual assaults involving armed forces members. This update aligns with new requirements, like including cases from the U.S. Space Force, and improving prevention efforts. It also adds routine uses for the data and updates various system sections, including using cloud storage. Comments on the proposed routine uses will be accepted until January 21, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Defense Department is making changes to its database that keeps track of reports of bad things happening to soldiers, like hurting others. Now, these changes will also include soldiers from the Space Force, and they want people to share their thoughts on how they plan to use the information.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 526
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The Department of Defense (DoD) is updating and reissuing a system of records called the "Defense Repository for Common Enterprise Data" (DRCED), now designated as DoD 0004. This system collects and maintains data on various individuals related to the DoD to improve business operations and mission readiness through better data management. The update includes changes to the system location, management, and the purpose of the records, as well as proposals for exempting certain information from Privacy Act provisions. The DoD invites public comments on these modifications, especially regarding routine uses of the data.

    Simple Explanation

    The DoD is updating a big computer system called DoD 0004 that keeps track of people connected to them, like soldiers and workers, to help them work better. They want people to know about the changes and are asking for thoughts, especially about how they use people's information.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6971
    Reading Time:about 20 minutes

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is updating its Health Program Evaluation records system to improve clarity and security. The changes include updating how records are used, stored, and protected, and revising contact information for system managers. The VA is also making minor language adjustments to enhance understanding and ensure the system aligns with routine use guidelines. Public comments are invited, and the updated records system will take effect 30 days after its publication unless further changes are deemed necessary.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is making changes to how it keeps and uses information about health programs to make it clearer and safer, and people can say what they think about these changes before they start.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1940
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is updating a records system called the Smuggling Interdiction and Trade Compliance National Information Communication Activity System (SNICAS), which tracks their activities related to stopping illegal trade. This update, effective February 10, 2025, will exempt the system from some parts of the Privacy Act, especially those related to accessing certain records, as these may pertain to law enforcement and investigations. This document details the proposed changes to SNICAS, the rationale behind these exemptions, and confirms that no public comments were received opposing this modification.

    Simple Explanation

    The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is changing a system called SNICAS, which helps them catch illegal trading of plants and animals. They're making some data secret so it doesn't get in the way of their work, like if they were investigating something.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95204
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, is updating its system of records called "Federal Personnel and Payroll Records (FERC-57)." These updates comply with the Privacy Act of 1974 and the Office of Management and Budget guidelines. The updated system will be used for handling personnel and payroll functions and now includes new routine procedures for addressing data breaches. The modifications to the system cover a wide range of areas, including the purpose of the system, security classification, and the procedures for accessing and retaining records. Public comments on these updates must be submitted within 30 days of the document's publication in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to update a set of rules they use to keep track of people’s work and pay information, and they want to make sure everything stays safe, like passwords on computers. They will listen to what people think about these changes, but some people might find the rules hard to understand.