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The Department of State has issued a notice seeking public comments on a proposed information collection titled the Overseas Vetting Questionnaire. The goal is to gather feedback before seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The questionnaire will be used to conduct background checks on individuals associated with U.S. government overseas missions, excluding national security positions. Members of the public have until March 24, 2025, to submit their comments through various methods, ensuring their suggestions are considered in the final approval process.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a proposed consent order with Mobilewalla Inc., a data broker accused of unlawfully collecting and selling consumers' sensitive location information without obtaining proper consent. The company allegedly violated multiple parts of the FTC Act by collecting and retaining precise location data and targeting consumers based on characteristics revealed by their location history, such as religion or medical conditions. The proposed order aims to restrict Mobilewalla's future data practices, mandating they verify consumer consent and avoid retaining sensitive data indefinitely. The public is invited to comment on this order until January 6, 2025, before the FTC makes a final decision.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on their plans to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The request includes information on extending an existing Medicare form for individuals with chronic renal disease and a revision to a collection concerning outpatient therapy providers. Interested parties have until February 16, 2021, to provide feedback on the necessity and practicality of these collections, as well as suggestions for improvement. This public involvement is part of the formal process required for federal agencies when gathering information from the public.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is requesting public feedback on its forms used in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), particularly Forms 3509 and 3510, which gather information to assess borrowers' declarations of necessity for PPP loans. Comments will assist the SBA in refining these forms and ensuring they are effective and not overly burdensome. Feedback is also sought on the overall necessity, utility, and potential improvements to the information collected. Public comments should be submitted by March 5, 2021, via the provided email address.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. CMS aims to enhance the quality and utility of the information collected and reduce the burden on participants using technology. Two key projects are included in this request: the Monitoring and Audit Process for PACE Organizations to ensure compliance, and the Part B Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage application process to determine eligibility for beneficiaries after a kidney transplant. Public comments are welcomed until February 21, 2025.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published a supplemental notice requesting public comments on proposed changes to a rule that prohibits impersonating government and business entities. This notice included the option for interested parties to voice their opinions at an informal hearing, which focuses on whether to broaden the rule to also ban the impersonation of individuals. Nine organizations have been given the opportunity to present their statements at the upcoming hearing on January 17, 2025. The FTC has chosen not to move forward with a proposal that would hold parties accountable if their goods or services are used in impersonation schemes.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comments on extending the information collection for "Rule 204A-1" under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. This rule, known as the Code of Ethics Rule, requires investment advisers to maintain a code of conduct for their personnel, safeguard client information, and monitor personal security transactions. The public can comment on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve or reduce the burden of this information collection until March 31, 2025. Responses will help the SEC ensure compliance and evaluate the adequacy of advisers' ethical codes and trading practices.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has announced its consideration of three amendment requests related to the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station, Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant, and Watts Bar Nuclear Plant, Units 1 and 2. The NRC plans to determine that these amendments pose no significant hazards. Since these requests include sensitive information, the NRC has set special procedures for accessing this information to prepare for any challenges. The public can comment on these requests, and those interested in hearings or interventions have specific deadlines to file their requests.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has announced that the Postal Service filed a new request to add various negotiated service agreements to the competitive product list. The Commission is inviting public comments about these agreements by December 26, 2024. Instructions for submitting comments and further information are available on the Commission's website. Additionally, a Public Representative is appointed to represent the interests of the general public in these proceedings.

The Department of Defense (DoD), specifically the Department of the Air Force, has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information from individuals for legal assistance purposes. This information will be gathered through a system called Web-based Legal Information Online System (WebLIONS) and aims to improve legal service efficiency by eliminating manual record-keeping. The public can comment on this collection proposal until February 10, 2025. The information collected will help Air Force attorneys in tracking cases, performing conflict checks, and managing legal documents.