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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.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a notice about changes to their Privacy Act System of Records, specifically affecting the DOE-25 U.S. Commuter Locator and Parking Space Information System. The updates include new formatting requirements and adjustments to ensure better privacy protections and compliance with federal laws. Notably, the notice adds the Bonneville Power Administration as a location, updates the system manager’s office, and expands several sections to accommodate current parking practices. It also includes measures to respond to breaches involving personal information and aligns with federal guidelines for data storage and handling.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) has proposed a new system of records, called EXIM PERSEC IQ, to help manage security information related to personnel. This system will support EXIM in making decisions about the eligibility and suitability of individuals for federal employment and access to federal facilities, covering information like employment and credit history, education, and more. The records will be stored digitally in a secure environment, and the public can provide comments on this new system by reaching out to the bank through various methods, including an online portal, email, and mail. The system is set to become effective on March 21, 2025, with a 30-day comment period following its publication in the Federal Register.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is updating a system of records known as BGFRS/OIG-1, "FRB—OIG Investigative Records." These records are maintained by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and are used for investigations related to the Board's and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) programs. Changes include adding new types of records like video and audio recordings to comply with an executive order and updating access controls and retention policies. The modifications aim to improve oversight, transparency, and cooperation with other federal, state, or local agencies.

The Department of the Treasury has proposed changes to its system of records notice under the Privacy Act of 1974 for the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) Case Management System. These changes will update the legal authorities and clarify regulations to help CFIUS assess and review foreign investments for national security risks. The amendments add new legal authorities and adjust existing ones, allowing CFIUS to better manage and store information related to foreign investments in the U.S. The modifications are set to take effect on March 8, 2021, unless further adjustments are necessary based on public comments received by that date.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced a new computer matching program with the Universal Service Administrative Company and the Utah Department of Workforce Services. This program aims to verify if applicants and subscribers for the Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) are eligible by checking if they receive certain benefits like SNAP and Medicaid. The verification process uses the National Verifier to ensure that those who qualify can receive discounts on broadband and voice services. The program begins on March 27, 2025, and will last for 18 months.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) plans to revise its Customer Privacy Act Systems of Records to introduce a new system to better understand and meet customer needs. This includes analyzing customer interactions with marketing campaigns and helping USPS sales staff. The updates will add new purposes for the existing records system, like providing customer recommendations and assessing campaign effectiveness. If no objections are raised by May 12, 2025, the changes will automatically come into effect.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced its decision to discontinue the Application Submission and Processing System (ASAP). The ASAP project, designed to handle multifamily housing insurance applications, was halted and never became operational. Since the system is no longer necessary, HUD has deleted all personal information used during its development in compliance with their data retention policies. This action is effective immediately upon publication.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, announced changes to their system of records related to employee requests for restoring lost annual leave. This notice, published in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, outlines modifications to routine uses of these records to respond to data breaches and other necessary disclosures. Individuals can comment on these changes within 30 days of publication, and further details are provided on how to access these records or contest them. The updated system is stored electronically, with strict access controls to ensure data security.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued a notice in compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974 and Executive Order 14168, aiming to modify the system of records related to Social Security Numbers (SSNs). This notice includes updates such as revising categories of individuals covered, removing gender references, clarifying the system's location to include cloud-based environments, and improving readability. In addition, the SSA readdresses routine uses and safeguarding measures, and invites public comments on these changes by March 24, 2025. This initiative is intended to enhance privacy protection, system efficiency, and compliance with new federal directives.