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The Social Security Administration (SSA) is planning to implement an information exchange system with Equifax, a payroll data provider. This system aims to improve the administration of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) by automatically receiving wage and employment data. This data will help ensure accurate benefit payments and prevent errors or delays. The SSA is seeking comments from the public on the specifics of this proposed system by February 18, 2021.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced updates to its system of records related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) discrimination complaints, under the Privacy Act of 1974. These updates include new routine uses of the records, such as sharing information in the event of a data breach. Comments on the changes are open for 30 days from the date of publication. The system records details of complaints from FERC employees, applicants, and others involved in EEO cases, and all data will be stored securely with restrictions on access.

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is modifying a records system called the APHIS Veterinary Services User Fee System to be renamed as the APHIS User Fee System. This system helps track and process fees for services APHIS provides, such as inspections, through a user fee collection method. The modifications will include updating system management details, expanding covered categories, and enhancing security measures. Individuals affected by these changes must submit comments by May 12, 2025.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, announced changes to their system of records related to employee requests for restoring lost annual leave. This notice, published in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, outlines modifications to routine uses of these records to respond to data breaches and other necessary disclosures. Individuals can comment on these changes within 30 days of publication, and further details are provided on how to access these records or contest them. The updated system is stored electronically, with strict access controls to ensure data security.

The Department of Commerce is requesting public comments on its information collection activities related to a Foreign National Request Form. According to the Paperwork Reduction Act, the department seeks feedback to help reduce the public's reporting burden and assess the impact of its information requirements. Individuals have until May 30, 2025, to submit comments. The collected information will be used to manage access by foreign nationals to Commerce facilities, with the goal of ensuring security and compliance with current guidelines.

The Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense, is seeking public comments on a new information collection effort related to their Survivor Outreach Services program. This program supports families of soldiers who died while on active duty by providing various services, including support groups, life skills education, and financial counseling. The proposal involves collecting information from up to 72,307 respondents to maintain an updated database to improve service delivery. Comments on this proposal can be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal until February 12, 2021.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System is updating a system of records known as the FRB—360 Assessment Records. This updated system will include 360-degree assessment questionnaires filled out by employees and their evaluators, along with feedback reports. The system's name has been changed, and there are new contractors involved in this process. The records will be kept until they are replaced, one year after the evaluated employee leaves, or for three years, whichever comes first. The update aims to improve record management and security while adhering to legal requirements.

The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is seeking approval to conduct a new information collection to gather data on hemp production. This initiative is in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and will help inform programs under the 2018 Farm Bill. The survey will target up to 20,000 farmers and ranchers, with an estimated burden of 15 minutes per response. Public comments on this proposed data collection must be submitted by April 26, 2021, to ensure consideration.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has sent a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve their plan for gathering information under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This information collection involves forms related to mortuary affairs, which document the arrangements and decisions made by families of deceased military personnel. The forms help the DoD manage the care and transportation of remains, as well as provide military funeral honors. The public has until February 10, 2025, to submit comments on this proposal.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is planning to ask the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend the State and Local Government Information (EEO-4) data collection for three more years without any changes. This information collection, required every two years from state and local governments with 100 or more employees, helps the EEOC investigate discrimination claims and is crucial for the EEOC's research. Comments on this proposal are accepted until March 22, 2021. The process of reporting has been made easier through electronic filing, which is the preferred method for submission.