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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 14141
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    This document is a notice from the Federal Reserve System announcing that certain companies have applied to become bank holding companies or to acquire control over banks. The applications are being reviewed under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 and Regulation Y. The public can view the details of these applications and submit written comments, which will be publicly disclosed. One such application is from Centreville, MHC, in West Warwick, Rhode Island, seeking to acquire Centreville Bank.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Reserve is announcing that some companies want to become big bank bosses or take over other banks. People can read about these plans and say what they think, but they might worry because the rules can be hard to understand and personal information could be shared.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9914
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Department of Education is asking for emergency approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect data on schools as part of the NAEP 2021 School Survey. This survey is essential to understanding the impact of COVID-19 on students and teachers, including how they are learning—whether remotely, in-person, or through a mix of both. The information will be broken down by student characteristics like race, disability, and income status. The public can share their thoughts on this data collection until March 19, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Education wants to check how schools are teaching kids during COVID-19 times—like if they are learning at home or in school—by asking this through a big survey. They want to do it quickly, so they're asking for special permission to skip some usual rules, but some people are worried it might not follow all the privacy and fairness rules.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13864
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is seeking public comments on its proposal to continue the Written Security Program for State Member Banks (FR 4004) for another three years without changes. This program requires state member banks to have a security plan in place to help deter crimes and aid in capturing perpetrators. Comments on the proposal can be submitted through various means until May 27, 2025, and will be analyzed to decide if any adjustments to the proposal are needed.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Reserve wants people to tell them what they think about keeping a plan that helps banks stay safe from crimes. They won't change the plan for now and want to hear from everyone until the end of May 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102910
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a closed meeting of the Disease, Disability, and Injury Prevention and Control Special Emphasis Panel. The meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2025, and will be held via video conference. The purpose of this meeting is to review and evaluate grant applications related to Occupational Safety and Health Training Project Grants. Due to the potential disclosure of confidential or personal information, the meeting will not be open to the public.

    Simple Explanation

    The CDC is having a private online meeting in March to talk about who should get money to learn about keeping workers safe. They want to keep it private because it might involve personal information.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106447
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Corporation for National and Community Service, operating as AmeriCorps, has announced a proposal to revise its information collection forms related to member applications, enrollments, and exits. The revisions aim to allow AmeriCorps members to share their information with other entities for more service opportunities. Comments on the proposed changes are being requested and must be submitted by February 28, 2025. AmeriCorps also intends to use the current forms until the updated ones are approved, ensuring no disruption in the process.

    Simple Explanation

    AmeriCorps wants to change some of their forms to help people find more ways to help others, but they need to make sure they explain how they will use and protect people's information.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10360
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has announced a request for public comments on the renewal of an existing information collection titled "Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities." This request is in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the NRC is seeking comments by April 20, 2021. The information collected is essential for the NRC to evaluate applications and amendments related to nuclear power plants and other facilities to ensure public health and safety. The NRC encourages electronic submission of comments and provides detailed information on how to access documents and submit feedback.

    Simple Explanation

    The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is asking people to share their thoughts about a very big and difficult task they have to check on places like power plants to keep everyone safe. They also want to know if this task can be done in easier or faster ways to save time and money.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103773
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Forest Service, part of the USDA, is seeking public comments on the reapproval or reinstatement of an information collection request related to the "Qualified Products List for Wildland Fire Chemicals." This process ensures that the Forest Service has access to safe and effective firefighting chemicals necessary for wildland fire management. Manufacturers or suppliers need to provide detailed information about their products, including ingredients and safety data, and undergo evaluations to meet specific safety and performance standards. Comments are invited on the necessity and efficiency of this information collection, and they must be submitted by February 18, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Forest Service wants to know what people think about their way of checking if chemicals used to fight wildfires are safe and work well. They need this feedback because the people who make these chemicals have to share a lot of information about them to be sure they can be used safely.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 4123
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) of the Interior Department is seeking public comments on its proposal to renew an information collection related to permits for special types of mining activities. This request is in line with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collected information will help OSMRE determine if applicants can meet specific performance standards for these mining activities. Public comments will be considered until March 16, 2021, and those interested can submit their opinions via mail or email.

    Simple Explanation

    The Office of Surface Mining is asking people to share their thoughts on some paperwork rules for certain mining jobs. They want to make sure the mining activities can be done safely, but need help understanding how long it will take and if people’s details will stay private.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8756
    Reading Time:about 12 minutes

    The Department of Commerce is seeking public comments on proposed updates to the American Community Survey (ACS) Methods Panel Tests. These updates aim to improve data quality, reduce data collection costs, and lessen the reporting burden on the public. The proposed changes include enhancements to mailing strategies to improve self-response, the introduction of a feedback mechanism for participants, and the potential use of administrative data to replace or supplement survey questions. Additionally, new testing methods for survey components, like the internet response option and group quarter testing, are being considered. Feedback from the public will be collected until April 12, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Commerce wants to make a survey easier and cheaper by testing new ways to ask people questions. They are asking everyone to share their thoughts on these changes by April 12, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9652
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Department of State is seeking public comments on its proposed renewal of the application form for a U.S. passport, known as form DS-11. This form is used to gather necessary information from individuals or households for issuing passports. Recent updates to the form include a statement that applicants are not required to register as sex offenders and a change to request "sex" instead of "gender" in alignment with a recent Executive Order. The form can be downloaded online or obtained from passport agencies and U.S. consulates, and must be submitted with evidence of citizenship and identity. The public has until March 17, 2025, to submit comments.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Department of State wants people to say what they think about changes to the form used to apply for a passport. One change is asking for "sex" instead of "gender," and people can say what they think until March 17, 2025.

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