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The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is revising its Call Report, Form 5300, which credit unions use to submit quarterly financial and statistical data. The changes, influenced by public comments, include the removal of certain accounts and the addition of new ones to improve monitoring of credit union activities. Notable revisions involve reporting on loans to officials, assets pledged, and maturity distribution of uninsured shares, with some proposals adjusted based on feedback. The updates aim to enhance oversight while managing the reporting burden and are scheduled to be effective by March 31, 2025.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is seeking public comments on renewing forms used to report on grant and cooperative agreement activities for the years 2025 to 2027. The forms are crucial for assessing the performance of IMLS-funded projects, and public input is desired to evaluate their necessity, accuracy, and to minimize the burden on respondents. Comments must be submitted by March 30, 2025, and can be directed to Julie Balutis at the IMLS. The proposed collection will impact libraries and museums, with a total annual cost burden estimated at $482,688.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has put out a call for public feedback on information collection practices related to geospatial metadata. This request invites comments on the necessity, accuracy, and methods of collecting such data, with the goal of minimizing the public's reporting burden. Public comments will be accepted until March 30, 2021, and will be considered in the agency's submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. NOAA's tools for collecting metadata support various scientific research fields and aim to enhance understanding and reuse of geospatial data.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, part of the Department of Labor, has issued a notice requesting public comments on a new data collection initiative called the QCEW Business Supplement (QBS). This program aims to gather timely information about the U.S. economy to aid stakeholders and policymakers. The first survey will explore how businesses are adjusting post-COVID-19, covering topics such as telework and government assistance. Comments on the data collection process are requested by April 5, 2021, and the survey is expected to engage 150,000 respondents, requiring about 10 minutes each.

The Census Bureau, part of the Commerce Department, is inviting public comments on the Manufacturers' Unfilled Orders Survey, as part of their efforts under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice allows for 60 days of public commentary before the information collection request is submitted for approval. The survey collects important data to benchmark the monthly Manufacturers' Shipments, Inventories, and Orders Survey, aiding in the analysis of business conditions. The information from this survey helps refine economic insights used by various governmental and business entities. Public comments help evaluate the survey's necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements while aiming to reduce the reporting burden.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking public comments on the Commercial Operator's Annual Report (COAR) as part of a routine information collection review. The COAR is mandated for certain fish processors and collectors in Alaska to report on their purchasing and production activities. This information helps assess the value of fisheries resources and is used by federal and state agencies for fisheries management. Comments are invited to evaluate the necessity, efficiency, and usefulness of this information collection and to explore ways to reduce the reporting burden.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested an extension from the Office of Management and Budget for the continued collection of information under Regulation Blackout Trade Restriction (Regulation BTR). This regulation requires issuers to notify directors, executive officers, and the SEC about blackout periods that restrict trading in the company's securities. The SEC estimates that there are around 6,150 responses filed annually by approximately 1,230 issuers, resulting in a total annual reporting burden of about 2,357 hours. The public is invited to comment on this information request by January 27, 2025, through the designated website or email.

The Department of Commerce is asking for feedback on their collection of information regarding the Fishery Capacity Reduction Program. This request is part of efforts to manage the burden of reporting on the public, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The main goal of the program is to reduce fishing capacity by compensating fishermen to give up their fishing permits or vessels. The public is encouraged to send their comments by March 23, 2021, to help evaluate and improve the information collection process.

The Foreign Agricultural Service, part of the USDA, is planning to request an extension for a currently approved information collection concerning the Emerging Markets Program, as per the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This program involves collecting information from applicants seeking grants to evaluate the viability of proposed projects and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Public comments on this proposal must be submitted by May 5, 2025, via mail, email, or the Federal eRulemaking Portal. The estimated public reporting burden for respondents is about 6.4 hours per response, with an annual total burden of 2,100 hours.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking public comments on its information collection activities as part of efforts to manage fishery resources along the U.S. East Coast. This request is in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and focuses on extending the use of vessel logbooks, also known as Vessel Trip Reports (VTRs), to gather data crucial for monitoring and regulating fisheries. Public comments are invited by May 19, 2025, to help improve and assess the information collection process, which aims to reduce the reporting burden and facilitate effective fishery management.