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The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is seeking comments from the public and other federal agencies on its proposed information collection related to the Export Working Capital Guarantee program. This effort is part of EXIM's ongoing work to minimize paperwork and reduce the burden on respondents. Comments should be submitted by February 12, 2025. The information collected will help EXIM determine the eligibility of applications and transactions for this program, which supports the export of U.S. goods and services. The form affects entities involved in export activities, and it takes approximately 2 hours per respondent annually.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on the information collection needed when requesting a copy of exempt or political organization forms, applications, or letters from the IRS. This is part of their effort to reduce paperwork burden as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They estimate that 27,000 respondents will be involved, with each response taking about 58 minutes. Comments are welcomed until March 24, 2025, and should address the necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve data collection.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced a notice and request for public comments regarding the Gaming Industry Tip Rate Compliance Agreement (GITCA). This program is designed to improve compliance with tax regulations related to tip income in the gaming industry. Stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback on various aspects, such as the necessity and efficiency of the information collection, by May 9, 2025. The current review is for extending an already approved collection, with no changes anticipated in the procedures or burden.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) concerning the Clean Water Act Section 404 State-Assumed Programs. This request, aimed at extending a currently approved information collection, allows states and tribes to manage their own permit programs for certain water discharges. The EPA seeks public comments on the necessity and accuracy of this proposed information gathering, which involves significant hours of work for applicants and states. The total estimated cost for the programs is over $5 million, and the collected information will be available for public review.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on information collections related to Form 1099-A, which deals with the acquisition or abandonment of secured property. This initiative is part of the IRS's ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The estimated number of responses has decreased to 466,000, and this change will reduce the total annual burden hours. Comments are welcome on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements in the information collection process.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is asking the public for comments on reinstating an information collection that has expired. This collection is connected to the State Administrative Plan for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), which is a guide on administering the HMGP funds. FEMA needs this plan to be approved by its regional administrator before states, territories, or tribal governments can receive funds. This notice aims to make sure the public knows FEMA will submit this information to the Office of Management and Budget for approval, according to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is asking for public comments on certain information collections related to product liability losses and how they are accumulated. This request is part of their ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents. Comments are especially welcome on topics such as the necessity of the information collection, its usefulness, and ways to reduce the burden of collecting it. The deadline for submitting comments is April 19, 2021.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a notice inviting comments on the information collection process related to Form 8971, which concerns beneficiaries acquiring property from a decedent. This initiative is part of the IRS's efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden. The form is used for reporting estate tax values on inherited property, and beneficiaries are required to use these values as the initial basis for their property. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their comments by April 19, 2021, to help improve the process.

The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection is related to the VA Loan Guaranty program, which helps veterans purchase, construct, and refinance homes. The VBA is asking for feedback on whether this data collection is necessary, its potential impact, and how to reduce respondent burden. Comments should be submitted by April 27, 2021, and the collection affects individuals involved in loan servicing, with an estimated annual burden of 63 hours.

The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking public comment on extending an existing information collection to improve customer experience with government services, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. The initiative aims to boost customer satisfaction by aligning government service standards with those of the private sector. Comments are invited on the necessity and efficacy of the information collection, as well as on minimizing the respondent burden. The deadline for submitting comments is February 14, 2025, and they can be submitted via regulations.gov.