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The Department of Justice, through its Criminal Division, is requesting public comments on the renewal of an information collection under the Gambling Devices Act of 1962. This request involves the registration of entities involved in the interstate commerce of gambling devices and is aimed at collecting specific information from respondents. The proposed renewal, requiring response from approximately 7,800 individuals annually, takes roughly 5 minutes per submission. Comments are being accepted for 30 days until February 12, 2025, and are encouraged to focus on aspects such as the necessity, accuracy, and methodology of the information collection.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has asked the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review its proposal to collect information for the Survivor Access Card, a program that lets surviving family members visit Army installations. This program allows eligible survivors more accessible access to services and events on military bases using IMCOM Form 44. The DoD is inviting public comments on this proposal by February 10, 2025, and estimates that about 670 people will participate, each spending approximately one hour to complete the process. Public comments can be submitted via the website www.reginfo.gov.

The Peace Corps has announced a 30-day period for public comments on a proposed new information collection request, which it plans to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This process is required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The request involves a form titled "Supplemental Intelligence Background Questions," aimed at assessing any connections applicants or their relatives have to intelligence services, affecting their eligibility for employment or volunteering. The Peace Corps is inviting feedback on the necessity, burden, and accuracy of this data collection, including suggestions on minimizing respondent burden through technology.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public comments on a proposal to gather information related to the use of public human genetic variant databases. These databases are used to support the clinical validity of genetic and genomic-based tests. The FDA is considering extending their guidelines and processes for recognizing these databases as trustworthy sources of scientific evidence. The deadline for submitting comments is March 26, 2021, and interested parties can access the collection of information online and share their feedback.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has announced a new system of records called "NLRB Freedom of Information Act Records (NLRB-37)" as part of the Privacy Act of 1974. This system will keep track of requests and appeals made to the NLRB under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). It will be used to manage and store these requests and allow the NLRB to meet reporting requirements and manage FOIA-related activities. The NLRB is also rescinding two previous systems, NLRB FOIAonline (NLRB-35) and the Freedom of Information Act Tracking System (FTS) and Associated Agency Files (NLRB-32).

The Department of the Navy has introduced a new system of records called the Command Individual Risk and Resiliency System (CIRRAS) for the United States Marine Corps (USMC). This system will assist Commanding Officers and Senior Enlisted Advisors in making better decisions about force preservation and risk management for Marines and Service Members. CIRRAS will record and analyze various personal and service-related data to quickly identify individuals needing immediate attention, supporting unit readiness, and helping commanders implement strategies to mitigate risks. Public feedback on the system's usage practices will be accepted until March 24, 2021.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a new matching program with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The program aims to verify household income and family size to help determine eligibility for benefits like health insurance affordability programs. This initiative, requiring compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974, will collect and use specific Federal tax information. The program will start in April 2025 and last 18 months, with a possible extension if the program is conducted in compliance with the agreement.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is planning to extend an information collection related to the Science and Technology Centers (STC): Integrative Partnerships program. The goal of this program is to promote innovation in research, education, and knowledge transfer between various institutions and organizations. NSF is seeking public comments by February 28, 2025, as part of the clearance process required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collected information will be used to assess the progress of the STCs and ensure ongoing funding.

The Department of Agriculture submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of an information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The information is necessary for farmers and ranchers to nominate candidates for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections using form FSA-669A. The form collects details like the nominee's name, address, and signatures, and includes an optional section for race, ethnicity, and gender data. Those participating in the nomination must meet eligibility requirements, and the information helps prepare for the annual elections.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking public comments on a proposal for collecting information as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The proposal aims to evaluate the U.S. Army Barracks Locks Upgrade Initiative (BLUI), which updated locks in Army barracks to study its impact on preventing sexual and non-sexual crimes among junior soldiers. Feedback is encouraged to help improve prevention strategies and understand the initiative's effectiveness. Comments should be sent to the designated online portal by February 18, 2025.