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The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public comments on a proposed data collection project related to the Small Health Care Provider Quality Improvement Program. This project aims to support rural health care providers in implementing quality improvement activities using health information technology to enhance care and patient outcomes. Comments on the Information Collection Request (ICR) should be submitted by April 26, 2021, and HRSA is particularly interested in feedback on the utility of the data collection, its burden estimation, and suggestions for improving the process.

The Department of Commerce has announced preliminary findings that producers and exporters of stainless steel flanges from India sold their products in the U.S. at prices below the normal value during the period from March 28, 2018, to September 30, 2019. The review focused particularly on Chandan Steel Limited, which did not cooperate fully, leading Commerce to assign them a high dumping margin based on available facts. As these results are preliminary, interested parties can submit comments and requests for a hearing before final results are published. The final dumping duties will be decided after considering these inputs, with possible changes to cash deposit rates for future entries of these products.

The Department of Defense is updating a rule related to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to transition property loss reporting to a newer, more integrated system called the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). This change replaces the outdated Defense Contract Management Agency eTool application, which had several limitations. The new system is designed to be more efficient and secure. The rule doesn't introduce new requirements but aims to maintain or potentially reduce compliance burdens by utilizing the technology offered by PIEE.

The Department of Agriculture has sent a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for reviewing their data collection needs under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They are inviting public comments on whether these collections are necessary, accurate, and clear, and suggestions to reduce any burdens. This process, involving various federal land management agencies and the public, aims to gather information through surveys and interviews to improve transportation and recreational services on federal lands. Comments are to be submitted by February 24, 2021.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), part of the U.S. Department of Labor, is asking for public comments on its proposed extension of the "International Training Application" form. This request is part of an effort to reduce paperwork and make information collection easier for respondents. The BLS seeks feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of this information collection, and on methods to reduce the burden on those responding. This initiative is part of BLS's ongoing international training efforts, which involve seminars for statisticians and economists from around the world.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice regarding a request for an order to allow certain joint investments. These investments involve business development companies and closed-end management investment companies working together with affiliated investment entities to invest in portfolio companies. The application was initially filed in April 2024, with amendments in October and December 2024. The SEC will grant the order unless a hearing is arranged, and individuals interested in requesting a hearing must do so by February 5, 2025. Further details can be found on the SEC's website or by contacting Taylor Evenson or Terri Jordan at the Division of Investment Management.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on updates to the rules under the Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation (CALM) Act. This effort aims to address persistent issues with loud television commercials, as recent complaints indicate that the problem still frustrates many viewers. The FCC is asking for opinions on whether the current rules need changes, particularly in regards to commercials' volume on streaming platforms, which are not currently covered by the CALM Act, and whether new approaches can effectively mitigate loudness overall. Additionally, the FCC is gauging its authority to regulate commercial volume on these streaming services.

The regulations issued by the IRS and Treasury Department relate to changes in energy credits, specifically around defining energy property and determining eligibility for tax credits. These changes are largely driven by amendments from the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, aiming to spur investments in renewable energy projects. The rules set performance and quality standards for different types of energy properties, introduce provisions for energy storage technology, and adjust eligibility criteria based on new construction, usage, and ownership rules. The regulations also highlight how various projects can qualify for increased credit amounts if they meet certain requirements, like prevailing wage and apprenticeship standards.

The National Institutes of Health announced a closed meeting for the National Institute on Drug Abuse Special Emphasis Panel. This meeting, scheduled for May 2, 2025, will be conducted virtually and will review grant applications related to drug use health consequences. The meeting is closed to protect personal privacy and confidential information. Sudhirkumar U. Yanpallewar, a Scientific Review Officer, can be contacted for further information.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse is having a meeting on February 12, 2021, which will be closed to the public. This meeting involves the review and evaluation of contract proposals focused on health IT solutions to combat opioid misuse. The discussions at the meeting could reveal confidential information, so it will be held virtually at the National Institutes of Health. Sheila Pirooznia, Ph.D., is the Scientific Review Officer handling inquiries.