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The Department of the Interior's Office of Acquisition and Property Management is seeking public comments on a proposal to renew an information collection regarding its museum collections held in non-Federal repositories. This effort aims to manage and preserve approximately 73 million museum objects and archives totaling over 86 million linear feet. The information collected is essential for proper management and compliance with relevant regulations, including the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The public is invited to share their views on the necessity, burden, and methods of the proposed data collection by March 15, 2021.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services has submitted an information collection request for the 2021-2023 Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Program to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The program aims to support Native American libraries by enhancing digital services, educational programs, and preservation efforts. The agency seeks public comments to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the proposed information collection. Eligible applicants are Indian tribes, and the grants will help improve library services for diverse and underserved communities.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is requesting approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the 2025 American Housing Survey. This survey aims to provide detailed information about housing quality, costs, and neighborhood assets to support effective housing policies and programs. HUD plans to implement a continuous data collection model, intending to improve efficiency and data accuracy. The public is invited to submit comments on the necessity and utility of the information collection, especially regarding ways to minimize the data collection burden and enhance its quality.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing a rule concerning air quality in Maricopa County, Arizona. The rule partially approves, partially disapproves, and partially conditionally approves revisions to the air quality plan for the area, focusing on controlling emissions to meet 2008 ozone standards. The EPA is conditionally approving certain rules for controlling emissions from surface coating operations, while requiring updates for others within a year, or they will face disapproval. No comments were received during the public comment period, and failure to meet these conditions might result in federal sanctions.

The executive order titled "Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans" focuses on supporting and integrating immigrants, including refugees, into American society. It directs the review of existing immigration policies and processes, aiming to make them more accessible and efficient, promoting naturalization, and eliminating unnecessary barriers. The order establishes a Task Force on New Americans and calls for an Interagency Working Group to develop a national strategy for promoting naturalization. Additionally, it revokes a previous memorandum regarding the responsibilities of sponsors of aliens, seeking alignment with the new policy objectives.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is requesting public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to airport runway slot administration and scheduling. This initiative aims to manage air traffic demand and reduce delays at key airports. The FAA gathers slot data from U.S. and foreign air carriers operating at major airports like JFK and LAX, ensuring efficient airspace use. Public comments are invited to improve the quality and reduce the burden of this information collection process.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is asking for public comments on its plan to extend the Paperwork Reduction Act clearance for three more years, which affects businesses that sell products by mail, internet, or phone. This extension involves the collection of information under the Mail, Internet, or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule (MITOR), specifically concerning shipment promises, notifying buyers of shipment delays, and issuing refunds. The FTC is gathering opinions on whether these requirements are necessary, the accuracy of their cost and time estimates, and how to lessen the burden on businesses. Comments can be submitted online or by mail before June 24, 2025.

The Executive Order 14148, titled Initial Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions, was issued by the President to revoke numerous executive orders from the previous administration. These revocations aim to address what the current administration views as inflationary, illegal, and radical practices embedded within federal agencies. The Executive Order includes the termination of initiatives related to diversity, climate regulations, and various COVID-19 responses, among others. The goal is to restore practices that the administration deems will make the nation more united, fair, safe, and prosperous.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving changes to Colorado's State Implementation Plan (SIP) concerning air quality control, specifically targeting ozone levels in certain areas. This involves updates to Regulation Number 7 for better management of emissions like volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) following the 2008 ozone standards. The action also corrects an oversight from a 2018 rule. This decision is made under the Clean Air Act and does not impose any extra requirements beyond those set by state law.

The Department of Education has announced an opportunity for states and state consortia to apply for a new authority under the Innovative Assessment Demonstration Authority (IADA) for fiscal year 2021. This authority allows states to develop and implement innovative assessment systems in public schools, which would be used alongside traditional academic assessments. States interested in participating must submit applications demonstrating specific requirements and selection criteria. A maximum of seven states can participate during this initial phase, with two new spots available for this competition.