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The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on a proposed new collection of information related to its Apprenticeship Evidence-Building Portfolio. This effort is part of their initiative to reduce paperwork and make data collection more efficient and understandable. The goal is to study various apprenticeship programs funded by the DOL to evaluate their design, implementation, and effectiveness in preparing individuals for jobs in growing industries. Interested parties can submit their comments by April 5, 2021, via email or mail, as specified in the notice.

OSHA has announced that Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc. is applying to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion would allow Bureau Veritas to add two new testing sites in Taiwan and China, as well as twenty-one additional test standards to their scope of recognition. The application has been reviewed and OSHA has made a preliminary finding supporting the expansion. The public is invited to comment on whether Bureau Veritas meets the necessary requirements before a final decision is made.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, part of the Department of Labor, is seeking public comments on proposed changes to the Consumer Expenditure Surveys, as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed changes include updating interview questions and testing a new self-administered online diary. This online diary, accessible on the internet, will help gather data on consumer spending habits while minimizing the burden on respondents. Comments from the public will help assess the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of this data collection, contributing to the ongoing improvement of the Consumer Expenditure Surveys.

The Employment and Training Administration of the Department of Labor has issued an annual update regarding the charges employers can impose on H-2A workers for meals and reimbursement for travel expenses. For 2025, the maximum charge for meals set by the Department of Labor is $16.28 per day, which an employer can only exceed with authorization. Additionally, H-2A and H-2B employers are obligated to reimburse workers for travel-related costs when they reach 50% of their employment period, ensuring the reimbursements do not exceed the standard per diem rate for meals and lodging in the Continental United States. These updates take effect on March 24, 2025.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection, sponsored by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, related to contingent work and alternative employment arrangements like independent contracting. The public has until April 10, 2025, to submit their feedback. This information collection helps the department understand contingent jobs and those involving digital labor platforms. The request is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, which requires the Office of Management and Budget's approval for information collections.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking public comments on its proposal to extend approval of information collection requirements under the 4, 4'-Methylenedianiline (MDA) in Construction Standard. This rule is vital to ensuring worker safety by protecting them from the harmful effects of MDA, a chemical that can cause cancer and liver and skin diseases. OSHA aims to reduce the burden on employers by minimizing paperwork while maintaining employee safety through exposure monitoring and medical surveillance. Comments are invited until April 21, 2025, and can be submitted electronically or by mail.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking the public for feedback on extending the approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for collecting information related to the safety standards for special dipping and coating operations. They are focused on ensuring that the data collection helps reduce work-related injuries and deaths while being easy for businesses to manage. Feedback must be submitted by May 12, 2025, and can be given through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. OSHA is particularly interested in insights on the necessity, accuracy, and impact of these information collection requirements.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has extended approval for OSHA's information collection requirements. These approvals relate to forms such as the Student Data Form and the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Form. This extension was sought under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and includes new approval numbers and expiration dates. The extension ensures compliance with safety and health standards across general industry, construction, shipyards, and maritime sectors.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is inviting public comments on its proposal to continue the approval of information collection requirements related to commercial diving operations. The aim is to ensure these requirements remain beneficial for both employers and employees by reducing paperwork and improving safety. OSHA is particularly seeking feedback on the necessity and efficiency of these information collections, as well as ways to make them less burdensome for employers. The deadline for submitting comments is March 7, 2025.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public feedback on an information collection request related to authorizing the release of medical information for Black Lung Benefits. The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) has submitted this request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as part of their review process. The public is encouraged to comment by January 13, 2025, focusing on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements for the collection process. This request involves gathering consent from individuals to use their medical evidence in support of Black Lung claims, impacting around 5,990 respondents annually.