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The Department of Labor is asking for public comments on an information collection request related to employee benefits laws. This request has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval as per the Paperwork Reduction Act. Comments are due by February 16, 2021, and can be submitted through the regulations website. The department aims to ensure the collected information is useful, accurate, and not overly burdensome for respondents.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to submit a request for collecting information on its WaterSense® Program to the Office of Management and Budget. This program aims to promote water-efficient products with a common label. The EPA is inviting public comments for 60 days about the information collection process, which will help evaluate the program and gather data on product performance and consumer satisfaction. The estimated burden for respondents, including manufacturers and retailers, amounts to 8,710 hours annually, costing around $989,335 each year.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of an information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This collection focuses on monitoring antimicrobial use and resistance in U.S. broiler chicken production through the National Animal Health Monitoring System. The study, conducted with the University of Minnesota, aims to provide insights into how antimicrobial use and resistance affect animal health and production over time. Comments on this proposal are invited until January 15, 2025, and can be submitted online.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a proposed information collection related to the transfer and consolidation of public housing programs. This notice, posted in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, invites public comments for 30 days, with submissions directed to the website reginfo.gov. HUD aims to ensure that any changes in public housing agency operations will continue to serve public interests efficiently while maintaining financial and operational integrity. Public input is requested to assess the necessity and effectiveness of this information gathering.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is planning to ask for approval to continue collecting information about its Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. This program funds research projects for college students in STEM fields. Through this collection, NSF gathers data about student participation to evaluate and manage the program effectively. The public is invited to provide comments on this information collection by April 7, 2025, as part of their compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to extend an information collection requirement concerning carbon black production, under the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This would allow for continued compliance checks on facilities that produce carbon black to ensure they follow existing pollution standards. Public comments are being invited until January 17, 2025, and detailed information about what the EPA will be collecting can be found online. The increase in estimated costs and time reflects the application of updated labor rates and adjustments to previous reporting frequency errors.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is asking for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information for their Personnel Security Integrated System for Tracking (PerSIST). This information collection is meant to support decisions regarding the suitability and eligibility of people applying for federal positions. HUD is extending the time for public comments by 30 days and invites the public to share any thoughts on the necessity, utility, accuracy, and minimization of burden of this data collection. The public can submit comments by January 27, 2025, either online or by contacting Anna Guido at HUD.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is asking for public comments on the renewal of an information collection approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), titled "Voluntary Reporting of Performance Indicators." This collection involves data submitted by power reactor licensees about certain performance attributes to help the NRC assess plant performance and make regulatory decisions. The NRC wants input on whether this information collection is necessary, the accuracy of the burden estimate, ways to improve the info's quality, and how to reduce the burden on respondents. Comments are due by March 9, 2021, and can be submitted through various methods, including the Federal Rulemaking website.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comments on its plan to collect information regarding the fit and comfort of motorcycle safety gear, such as helmets, gloves, and jackets, from riders across different motorcycle events. This collection aims to gather opinions on how comfortable and protective their gear is, contributing to improved motorcycle safety programs. Participants will include 625 motorcyclists who will provide data by using tablets and engaging with researchers at events. The public is invited to comment on various aspects of this information collection, including its necessity and potential ways to reduce the burden on those participating.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is requesting public feedback on a proposed information collection effort related to the Family Options Study. This study aims to assess the long-term impacts of different housing and service interventions on homeless families. HUD intends to update contact information for 2,241 families who participated in the study to conduct a followup survey approximately eleven years after their initial enrollment. Comments are invited from the public regarding the necessity, accuracy, and burden of this information collection.