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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is revising its information collection process under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This revision involves a new application for individuals seeking access to sensitive security information (SSI). The changes include splitting the current form into two separate forms, used for court proceedings and standard use, and updating how background checks are conducted. The TSA is seeking public comments on this proposal and estimates it will impact 263 respondents, with a total burden of about 104.53 hours annually.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has submitted a request for review and extension of its Information Collection Request to manage access to Sensitive Security Information (SSI). This process involves assessing individuals through a security threat assessment who seek access to SSI, such as prospective bidders or individuals involved in court cases. The TSA aims to ensure that only those who need to know and meet security requirements can access this sensitive information. The public is invited to comment on this proposal by January 16, 2025.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending its information collection regarding security programs for foreign air carriers entering the United States. This mandatory information collection aims to ensure these carriers meet safety standards comparable to those of U.S. operators by monitoring their compliance with specific security procedures. The TSA is seeking public comments by January 6, 2025, about the necessity and impact of this data collection. The estimated annual burden for foreign air carriers is 241,485 hours, involving around 180 respondents.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has submitted a revised information collection request for the Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO) Program to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This program allows TSA to screen, train, and authorize volunteer pilots, flight engineers, and navigators to protect aircraft against criminal acts. The revision eliminates a verbal interview and permits online submission of some responses. Public comments on the proposed data collection are invited until January 6, 2025.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is revising its process for collecting information from individuals who file claims against the agency. The TSA seeks to gather additional documentation to resolve claims related to property loss, personal injury, or other damages allegedly caused by TSA employees. The public is invited to comment on this revised information collection until January 15, 2025. The TSA expects around 7,500 respondents yearly, with a total annual burden of 3,900 hours.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is inviting public comments on an approved information collection concerning the Screening Partnership Program (SPP). This collection, related to airport operators opting for private companies instead of federal employees for security screening, is being reviewed for extension under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The application entails basic details about the airport and preferences for private screening. TSA expects minimal annual responses and estimates a low burden for the completion of each application. Comments are open until April 13, 2021.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), under the Department of Homeland Security, has announced a 60-day public comment period for an information collection request, which they plan to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This request pertains to a survey aimed at gathering feedback from customers and stakeholders to improve service delivery. The collection is low-burden, voluntary, and focuses on feedback regarding the timeliness, accuracy, courtesy, and efficiency of TSA services. They estimate about 7 million responses annually, with each survey taking 10 to 30 minutes to complete.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking public comment on its plan to extend the use of a form called the Speaker Request Form. This form gathers information about events where a TSA speaker is requested, such as the event sponsor, date, location, and whether it will be attended by the media. The TSA uses this information to ensure that sending a speaker is in line with federal ethics rules and its communication goals. They estimate they will receive about 300 requests a year, with each form taking about 10 minutes to complete, and comments on this proposal are welcome by February 25, 2025.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking public comments on the extension of an information collection concerning airport security, specifically under OMB control number 1652-0002. This collection involves airport operators submitting and maintaining records to ensure security compliance according to the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). The TSA is inviting feedback on the necessity and utility of this information gathering to improve its processes and minimize the burden on respondents. Those interested can submit comments by April 18, 2025, through the specified government website.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued technical amendments to aviation security regulations, specifically regarding the recordkeeping requirements for criminal history record checks (CHRCs) for airport and aircraft operators. These amendments clarify that operators are required to retain only current CHRC records and certifications, rather than all historical records, and can keep these records in either paper or electronic format. This move aims to reduce the burden of storing unnecessary records without adding any new substantive requirements. The amendments are effective immediately and do not require a notice of proposed rulemaking or a delayed effective date, as they do not significantly change the rights or obligations of any parties involved.