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The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is asking the public and other federal agencies for input on their information collection activities, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. This request focuses on gathering data related to community resilience and disaster studies, such as responses to wildfires, earthquakes, and hurricanes. Public comments are accepted until June 10, 2025, to help evaluate the utility and burden of the collection process. The goal is to improve safety and resilience against disasters in U.S. communities through voluntary participation in surveys and interviews.

The Department of Commerce has prepared to submit an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This request is related to the Baldrige Executive Fellows Program, a professional development opportunity. Comments from the public and other agencies are invited for 30 days from the date of this notice to help determine the impact and reduce any reporting burden. The information collected will assist in selecting applicants for the program, and participation is voluntary. The request is reviewed annually, affects a range of organizations and individuals, and is estimated to involve 24 respondents each year.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the National Technical Information Service (NTIS) are looking for individuals to join ten different Federal Advisory Committees. These committees cover various areas like earthquake hazards, quality awards, industrial advice, and more. People who are interested can send their nominations anytime and they'll be considered whenever there are openings. However, federal lobbyists can't take part individually.

The Department of Commerce is inviting comments from the public and other federal agencies on information collection activities related to the NIST Associates Information System. This request, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, aims to evaluate and improve data collection processes while minimizing the reporting burden for respondents. Comments must be submitted by March 8, 2021, to ensure they are considered before submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The goal is to assess the necessity and utility of the information collected and explore methods to enhance the clarity and efficiency of these processes.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) at the Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on a proposal for collecting information to improve their customer service. This request is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and aims to gather both quantitative and qualitative data on customer satisfaction with NIST's products and services. The information will be collected using various methods like surveys, focus groups, and online feedback, and participation is entirely voluntary. Comments should be sent by March 22, 2021, to allow for review before submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

The Department of Commerce has announced an upcoming information collection request related to the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP). This request, subject to review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), is part of a regular process to extend an existing approved information collection. The information gathered is crucial for assessing laboratory compliance with the required accreditation standards and will support businesses, regulatory agencies, and purchasing authorities in identifying competent laboratories for testing and calibration services. Members of the public are invited to submit comments on this proposal to help reduce the reporting burden.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is setting up a new program called the Dietary Supplement Laboratory Quality Assurance Program (DSQAP) Consortium. This program aims to improve the accuracy and safety of dietary supplements by developing better testing and measurement methods. NIST is inviting organizations to join the Consortium by sharing their expertise, like analytical testing skills or unique industry knowledge, on a voluntary basis. Participants will sign a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA), though non-CRADA options exist for those unable to enter such agreements due to legal or governmental constraints.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has announced a proposal to update regulations concerning inventions funded by federal grants, especially those created by nonprofit organizations and small businesses. These updates aim to simplify existing rules, correct outdated sections, and better define terms and processes. NIST seeks public feedback on these proposed changes by April 5, 2021, and plans to hold a public webinar to discuss these revisions further. These changes are intended to enhance the commercialization and application of federally funded innovations, in line with efforts to boost American innovation.

The Information Security and Privacy Advisory Board (ISPAB) will hold a public virtual meeting organized by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) on March 3 and 4, 2021. The meeting will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on both days. It will cover topics like federal incident response, the Internet of Things Cybersecurity Act of 2020, updates to federal cybersecurity standards, and discussions on biometric technologies. Interested members of the public can submit questions or comments via email, participate during a public interaction period, or attend the meeting by registering online by March 1, 2021.

The Department of Commerce has requested OMB approval to continue collecting data on exoskeleton use. Comments are invited from the public until 30 days after the notice's publication. The National Institute of Standards and Technology aims to evaluate exoskeletons in terms of fit, motion, and performance in industrial tasks. The research will guide future test methods and inform standards developed by the American Society for Testing Materials Committee F48 on exoskeletons and exosuits.