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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 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a new system of records called the Environmental Protection Agency's Acquisition System (EAS). This system is designed to help with contract management and procurement processes by tracking actions like initiation, modification, and awards. It includes the personal information of EPA employees involved in these processes, such as names and contact details, and is protected by strong security measures. The proposed system is in line with the Privacy Act of 1974, and the public can comment on it until March 25, 2021.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is updating its Privacy Act System of Records, specifically the DOE-26 Official Travel Records, to meet new requirements and better protect personal information. Changes include updating system locations, removing old system sites, and adding new routine uses to improve response to data breaches. The notice also updates information on safeguarding records, which can be stored in secure cloud-based environments, and describes procedures for individuals to access or contest their records. These modifications aim to enhance privacy protections and ensure compliance with federal policies.

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 Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), part of the Department of Energy, is updating its system of records called "Federal Personnel and Payroll Records (FERC-57)." These updates comply with the Privacy Act of 1974 and the Office of Management and Budget guidelines. The updated system will be used for handling personnel and payroll functions and now includes new routine procedures for addressing data breaches. The modifications to the system cover a wide range of areas, including the purpose of the system, security classification, and the procedures for accessing and retaining records. Public comments on these updates must be submitted within 30 days of the document's publication in the Federal Register.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is updating its Joint Advertising, Market Research & Studies Recruiting Database (JAMRS), which contains information on individuals aged 16 to 18 for recruitment purposes. The update involves adding new rules for data sharing, especially with the Office of Inspector General and in compliance with federal law. This update also clarifies several aspects of the system, including data storage practices, and offers procedures for individuals who wish to have their information removed. Public comments on these changes are welcome until January 22, 2025.

The U.S. Department of Education has issued a notice about changes to a system of records called the "Enterprise Data Management and Analytics Platform Services" (EDMAPS). This system collects and analyzes data from various Federal Student Aid sources to assist in managing student aid throughout its lifecycle. The changes include clarifications on legal authorities, updates to the system's purposes, and modifications to categories of records and routine uses of information to help prevent and investigate fraud. The updates are open for public comment until February 3, 2025, before they become official.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has announced a new system of records called "NLRB Freedom of Information Act Records (NLRB-37)" as part of the Privacy Act of 1974. This system will keep track of requests and appeals made to the NLRB under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). It will be used to manage and store these requests and allow the NLRB to meet reporting requirements and manage FOIA-related activities. The NLRB is also rescinding two previous systems, NLRB FOIAonline (NLRB-35) and the Freedom of Information Act Tracking System (FTS) and Associated Agency Files (NLRB-32).