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The Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) has announced a proposal inviting public comment on a new information collection related to the Defense Community Infrastructure Program. This initiative is designed to support grants for projects that enhance military value, resilience, or quality of life at military installations. Public comments are sought by February 18, 2025, regarding the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection. The program is open to State and local governments, as well as not-for-profit utility services, with an annual burden of 2,250 hours anticipated for 150 respondents.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice for a proposed order under the Investment Company Act of 1940. This order would allow certain business development companies and closed-end management investment companies to co-invest in portfolio companies with each other and with affiliated investment entities, which would otherwise be prohibited under existing rules. The application for this order, involving multiple applicants like MidCap Financial Investment Corporation and Apollo Investment Management, has been filed and amended several times in 2024. Interested individuals can request a hearing by January 13, 2025, with specified instructions for doing so.

The Department of Energy is inviting public input on autonomous experimentation platforms as part of the Material Genome Initiative. This request for information (RFI) aims to gather comments on developing these platforms to enhance materials research and development, focusing on aspects like laboratory automation, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Responses, which must be submitted by March 21, 2025, should address several areas, including infrastructure mapping, partnership models, workforce development, and the integration of scientific equipment. Additionally, the RFI stresses the importance of not including confidential business information in public submissions.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking comments on a proposed information collection to support the evaluation planning of the Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development (GRANTED) program. This initiative aims to enhance research support services and infrastructure at U.S. institutions of higher education. The NSF plans to conduct structured interviews and focus groups with research administrators to gather data on improving research capacity and support. Comments must be submitted by May 30, 2025.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a notice regarding an information collection request for the Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP). They are collecting information and feedback to improve their online network, TRIPwire, which helps bomb technicians and security professionals prevent bomb threats. Public comments on this request are accepted until March 11, 2025. This effort is intended to ensure security by verifying user eligibility for accessing sensitive information shared through TRIPwire.

The U.S. Department of Energy has issued a Prohibition Order that restricts the acquisition and use of certain bulk-power system (BPS) electric equipment from China because of national security concerns. This order aims to prevent foreign adversaries from potentially exploiting these equipment vulnerabilities, especially in areas critical to defense facilities. It specifically targets equipment like transformers and circuit breakers operating at 69 kV or higher if they are manufactured or supplied by entities under China's influence. Violation of this order may result in significant civil or criminal penalties.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is seeking comments on a new information collection request related to a training survey under the Interoperable Communications and Technical Assistance Program (ICTAP). This survey aims to gather anonymous feedback from participants of three specific emergency communication courses: Communications Unit Leader (COML), Communications Unit Technician (COMT), and Information Technology Service Unit Leader (ITSL). The feedback will help improve these courses. The survey is estimated to take about 10 minutes to complete, and comments are welcome until April 20, 2021. CISA has calculated the total cost burden of this information collection to be approximately $1,877.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a new rule requiring cable, wireless, wireline, and VoIP providers to report the status of their infrastructure daily during emergencies. This rule involves using the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS) and replaces older voluntary reporting practices with mandatory ones, stemming from the increased frequency of natural disasters. The aim is to ensure better communication and infrastructure restoration during such events. The rule goes into effect on February 20, 2025, following approval from the Office of Management and Budget.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on revisions to an existing information collection related to the Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) and the Intercity Bus Security Grant Program (IBSGP). These programs aim to protect transportation infrastructure from terrorism and other emergencies. Comments are requested to evaluate the necessity and efficiency of the data collection and to suggest improvements. The deadline for submitting comments is February 18, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) plans to create an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental effects of funding the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. This project, involving the production and use of clean hydrogen in Washington, Oregon, and Montana, aims to promote sustainable energy. Public input is sought via scoping meetings and comments until March 3, 2025. The DOE will analyze various options, including fully funding the proposed hub, expanding it, or a reduced version, to fulfill legislative mandates for clean hydrogen networks.