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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has announced a request for public comments on the renewal of an information collection titled "Minimum Security Devices and Procedures, Reports of Suspicious Activities, and Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Program." This is part of their ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork and ensure compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The information collection involves security requirements for banks and savings associations, such as designating a security officer and reporting suspicious activities. Comments are due by April 21, 2025, and will be used to evaluate the necessity, burden, and methods of the data collection process.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published a notice in the Federal Register regarding Form 15227. This form, which does not require an Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number, was discussed in a previous document on September 8, 2020. The IRS is not asking for any more public comments on the form. For further information, individuals can contact Martha R. Brinson at the IRS.

The Veterans Benefits Administration under the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking public comments on a form called the Lay/Witness Statement (VA Form 21-10210). This form helps gather statements from individuals supporting claims for benefits or services. The proposal is to extend the use of this form without any changes. The public has 30 days to provide feedback, with the opportunity to comment online at www.reginfo.gov.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public comments on the renewal of an information collection effort titled, “Interagency Statement on Complex Structured Finance Transactions.” This initiative, required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, aims to reduce paperwork and burden on respondents by soliciting public feedback on the necessity and practicality of the information collected. The OCC invites comments by May 12, 2025, on aspects such as the collection’s utility, accuracy of burden estimates, ways to enhance the information quality, and methods to minimize respondent burden, including the use of technology. This notice marks the start of a 60-day comment period before the OCC will submit the collection for approval.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on its efforts to reduce the paperwork burden, especially for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees, as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. The FCC is requesting feedback on the necessity, utility, and potential improvements of its information collection processes and is revising the collection to address new requirements from the Safe Connections Act. The public can submit comments by January 10, 2025, and view more detailed information about the proposals on the reginfo.gov website.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is asking the public and other federal agencies for feedback on its information collections, as part of efforts to reduce paperwork burdens in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The FCC is particularly interested in the usefulness and accuracy of these collections, how to make them clearer and more efficient, and how to lessen the impact on small businesses. They welcome comments by April 28, 2025, and specific contact information is provided for sending feedback. This request is necessary because the FCC must display a valid OMB control number to sponsor these collections.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting public comments on information collection practices to reduce paperwork burdens, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC seeks input on several aspects including the necessity of these collections, their utility, and ways to improve them while minimizing burdens, especially for small businesses. Comments should be submitted by March 29, 2021. This initiative also includes updates on the registration and lighting requirements for antenna structures used in communication transmissions.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comments on its efforts to reduce paperwork burdens related to information collections, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The FCC is particularly interested in opinions on the necessity and utility of the information collected, the accuracy of its burden estimates, and suggestions on improving the process, especially for small businesses. The information collection under review involves the notification requirements for FM translator or booster stations intending to discontinue operations. Public comments should be submitted by May 12, 2025, and should be addressed to Cathy Williams at the FCC.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System has decided to extend, for three years, the requirements for disclosure connected with Regulation H, which concerns consumer protection in sales of insurance. This extension does not introduce any changes to the current requirements. Regulation H, implemented in 2000, mandates that banks provide certain information to consumers about insurance products or annuities in advertisements and credit applications. The extension, published for public comment in 2024, received no comments and will proceed as planned.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public and federal agency comments on their information collection efforts as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The FCC aims to determine if collecting this information is necessary, accurate, and clear, and to find ways to reduce the burden of information collection, especially for small businesses. Written comments are due by January 31, 2025. A recent update to the FCC's rules involves the Allocation and Service Rules for certain frequency bands, aiming to improve access and minimize interference.