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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is asking for public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to agricultural aircraft operations under Part 137. This process involves submitting FAA Form 8710-3 and other reports necessary for certification, exemption petitions, and recordkeeping for safety and regulatory compliance. The public can submit written comments via email, fax, or mail by February 21, 2025. The renewal aims to ensure FAA can adequately assess qualifications for certification, manage operations over congested areas, and maintain necessary records for over 1,700 active agricultural aircraft operators.

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the Treasury Department is finalizing a rule to extend recordkeeping requirements from five to ten years. This change aligns with the statute of limitations for violations of certain sanctions. Despite comments requesting more time and concerns about EU regulations, the rule will be implemented without adjustments. The rule is effective as of March 21, 2025, and does not require a public comment period due to its procedural nature.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is asking for public comments on extending the approval for information collection requirements related to the flammability standards of carpets and rugs. This relates to rules under the Flammable Fabrics Act, and the current approval will expire in March 2025. The CPSC estimates that around 120 manufacturers and importers are affected, and the process involves significant testing and recordkeeping. They are seeking input on the necessity and burden of these requirements, especially regarding potential cost reductions through technology.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a final rule amending its regulations on recordkeeping and reporting under various federal acts. This rule delegates the authority to decide on hardship exemption applications to the Chief Data Officer and provides a set process and criteria for applying for these exemptions. The rule doesn’t create additional paperwork burdens and is not expected to significantly impact small entities' finances. It is also not considered a significant regulatory action under Executive Orders or the Congressional Review Act.

The Agricultural Marketing Service is seeking public comments on an extension and revision of an existing information collection under the Packers and Stockyards Act. This information helps monitor the livestock, meat packing, and poultry industries and ensures entities are complying with financial and trade practices. Comments are being accepted until January 31, 2025, and the public can provide input on the necessity, utility, and methods of this data collection. The agency estimates that participating in this collection will require an average of 1.73 hours per response from various stakeholders like livestock auction markets and meat packers.

The Veterans Health Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs is collecting comments on a proposed information gathering activity under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This initiative concerns recordkeeping, incident reporting, and applications for the Community Residential Care (CRC) Program, including Medical Foster Homes (MFHs). CRC facilities must maintain and provide resident records and report any incidents of mistreatment or neglect. The notice details the forms used for CRC and MFH applications, noting the estimated burden hours and response numbers for these tasks.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has submitted a proposed collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection focuses on adverse experience reporting for FDA-regulated drug products, including stringent recordkeeping and reporting requirements. The collection aims to ensure that serious safety concerns with marketed drugs are identified and addressed, with all reports required to be submitted in electronic format. The FDA is inviting public comments on this collection by February 18, 2025, to aid in refining and improving the process.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), part of the Department of Transportation, is requesting public comments on its proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This ICR is about Railroad Workplace Safety, which involves collecting data to ensure railroads have proper safety programs for roadway workers. The FRA seeks comments specifically on the necessity and accuracy of these information collection activities and ways to reduce the burden on the public. The estimated paperwork burden has increased due to new recordkeeping requirements, and the FRA invites feedback by May 27, 2025.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to submit Information Collection Requests (ICRs) for review and approval in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). They are requesting public feedback on aspects of these proposed information collections. These ICRs, which are extensions of currently approved ones, involve various industrial sectors, such as sulfuric acid manufacturing and polymeric coating of substrates, and cover topics like emissions standards and recordkeeping requirements. Public comments are invited by April 9, 2021.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew the information collection requirements related to risk management for clearing members involving Futures Commission Merchants (FCMs), Swap Dealers (SDs), and Major Swap Participants (MSPs). The agency regulations mandate these members to maintain risk management systems, conduct stress tests, and keep records to manage financial risks effectively and support the efficient operation of trading venues. Individuals can submit comments by April 7, 2025, and the CFTC encourages suggestions on improving the information collection process.