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The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB) has established a new system of records called the CFPB.029, Public Health and Safety System. This system, created under the Privacy Act of 1974, is designed to collect and manage information necessary for maintaining a safe and healthy environment during public health emergencies, like pandemics or other incidents. It will include data from individuals who access CFPB facilities or events to trace possible exposures to pathogens or hazardous materials. This system aims to protect all those at CFPB locations and to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety laws and regulations.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is announcing a modification to its Privacy Act System of Records, specifically the DOE-31 Firearms Qualifications Records. This update aims to align with new formatting standards and ensure proper coverage of business processes and Privacy Act information. Key changes include adding the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Headquarters as a system location, removing certain addresses, updating routine uses, and incorporating cloud-based services for records storage. The modifications also extend the time allowed for filing appeals from 30 to 90 days, complying with privacy laws and practices.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is creating a new system of records called the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, in compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974. The program offers discounts on broadband internet services and devices to eligible households, aiming to help those affected by COVID-19 or in financial need. The Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) will manage the program, which will store various personal details about the participants, such as names, addresses, and eligibility status. The program will share this information with authorized entities for management, verification, and fraud prevention purposes.

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has issued a notice about its systems of records, as required by the Privacy Act of 1974. This update outlines changes in record systems and introduces new routine uses for the stored data, aiming to ensure that individuals can request information with accuracy and precision. The document also details various systems related to grants, personnel, finances, and complaint case files, specifying how these records are stored, accessed, and maintained. The changes reflect the adoption of electronic technology and administrative updates within the agency.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is updating an existing system of records related to non-health data. This update will reflect changes to routine uses, safeguards, retention and disposal procedures, as well as system management details. It involves modifying contact information and policies to ensure data security and compliance with federal regulations. The amendments aim to improve how the VA manages and uses data to support planning and policy decisions for veterans' services.