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The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases will hold a closed meeting for the review and evaluation of grant applications from February 13-14, 2025. The meeting will be virtual, and it is closed to the public because it involves discussions that might reveal confidential information or personal details. The contact person for this meeting is Dr. Jian Yang. This meeting is part of the work undertaken by the National Institutes of Health under the Department of Health and Human Services.

The Department of Health and Human Services has updated and clarified the roles and responsibilities of its Office of the General Counsel (OGC). This includes providing legal services and advice to the entire department, except for specific areas under the jurisdiction of the Office of Inspector General. The OGC is organized into several divisions and regional offices, each with specific functions like legal representation, handling ethics issues, and overseeing litigation. The revised organization ensures that the department receives uniform legal guidance throughout its various branches and programs.

The Advisory Committee on Childhood Vaccines (ACCV), part of the Health Resources and Services Administration within the Department of Health and Human Services, has announced plans for public meetings throughout 2021. These meetings will occur on four dates: March 4, June 3, September 2, and December 2, all running from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The meetings may be held in person in Rockville, Maryland, or via teleconference and webinar, and the public is invited to participate. The ACCV advises on the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and related issues, and attendees are encouraged to submit comments or questions in advance.

The document is a notice from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that updates the organization and structure of its Office of the General Counsel (OGC). The OGC provides legal services and advice to various entities within the HHS, including the Secretary, on a wide range of issues. It is organized into several divisions, each specializing in different areas such as ethics, civil rights, and public health, and it has regional offices throughout the United States. This updated statement outlines the responsibilities and hierarchy within the OGC, ensuring uniform legal advice and services across the department.

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, announced five upcoming subcommittee meetings. These meetings are part of AHRQ's Health Services Research Initial Review Group Committee and will focus on reviewing and discussing grant applications. The meetings will cover various topics such as healthcare safety, effectiveness, system value, research training, and information technology. All meetings will be held virtually from February to early March 2021 and will be closed to the public to protect confidential information.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection for the National Agriculture and Food Defense Strategy Survey. This survey, conducted under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, aims to gather information from state, local, territorial, and tribal agencies on their food defense activities against intentional contamination and emerging threats. The collected data will be used in a report to Congress to assess progress in food defense. The process includes electronic and written submissions, with guidelines provided to protect confidential information.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a change in the name of the Office of Child Support Enforcement to the Office of Child Support Services. This change was initially set to take effect on March 3, 2025, but HHS has reopened the comment period and delayed the effective date to April 28, 2025, so they can review any questions or comments from the public. People can submit their feedback electronically or by mail. If there are significant concerns, HHS may further delay or withdraw the rule.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is updating an existing system of records managed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and renamed it to "NIH Loan Repayment Records." This update also includes proposed exemptions for some records from certain requirements of the Privacy Act, intended to protect the identity of those who provide information in confidence. The system is used to manage and evaluate educational Loan Repayment Programs, which help repay loans for individuals conducting biomedical and behavioral research. Public comments on these changes can be submitted until March 15, 2021, and the new system will be effective after any feedback is addressed.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has submitted a request to collect information from schools participating in loan programs for health professions students. This request includes updating certain forms to gain more insight into student borrowers and their academic institutions. Public comments on this request will be accepted until March 15, 2021. These loan programs aim to provide long-term, low-interest loans to students in various medical and nursing fields, ensuring participating schools maintain accurate records and report on program activities.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a new matching program with the Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) under the Department of Health and Human Services. This program will allow SSA to access employment and unemployment data to help administer the Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Disability Insurance (DI), and Ticket-to-Work programs. The goal is to verify individuals' eligibility and payment amounts accurately. Public comments on the program are open until January 29, 2025, and the program will take effect shortly after, lasting for 18 months.