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On December 21, 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Public Notice seeking public comments on a proposed national database for 911 call center contact information. The notice was prompted by a letter from the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS), which supports the database but suggests it should be voluntary and include protections for providers in case the information is inaccurate. Public comments on the proposal are due within 30 days of its publication in the Federal Register. Comments can be submitted electronically or by mail, with specific guidelines provided for each method.

The National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES) under the National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted a proposal for collecting data for the 2025 National Survey of College Graduates to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This survey aims to gather information on the education and employment of US college graduates, crucial for reports about the science and engineering workforce. The NCSES seeks public comments on the survey, which will involve about 161,000 people and is planned to start in March 2025. The survey will be conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau using online and mail questionnaires, and participation is voluntary.

The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System has approved extending the Supervisory and Regulatory Survey (FR 3052) for three more years without any changes. This survey collects information from financial institutions to help the Federal Reserve with its responsibilities, and participation is voluntary. The Board received one comment on the extension, which supported it and suggested adopting an international auditing standard and forming a group for future surveys. They have acknowledged this feedback and will consider it for future surveys.

The Department of Commerce plans to submit an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, relating to NOAA geospatial metadata tools. This submission is a revision and extension of a current collection, which involves obtaining metadata information from various data producers like universities and private industries. The goal is to ensure that the data is well-documented with descriptive information to enhance usability and discoverability across multiple platforms like data.gov. Comments on this request are open for 30 days, and the collection is voluntary, primarily affecting businesses, non-profit institutions, and various government bodies.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking public comments on the “CryptoNet Case Report Form,” a part of its waterborne disease prevention efforts, particularly focusing on cryptosporidiosis. This form aims to help track and prevent outbreaks of waterborne diseases by collecting data through interviews with those affected. The CDC had previously asked for comments but received none, and now invites additional feedback, particularly on the necessity and usefulness of the proposed data collection, within 30 days. The agency emphasizes the voluntary nature of the participation and ensures no cost is involved other than the time to respond.

The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on a proposed data collection related to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA). This proposal involves research exceptions for genetic testing within group health plans and insurance, ensuring that participation is voluntary and does not affect eligibility or benefits. The public can submit comments until April 30, 2025, via the specified website. The aim is to gather feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of this data collection process.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval to collect information under the CDC Diabetes Prevention Recognition Program (DPRP). This follows a previous notice seeking public comments, to which CDC responded with significant feedback. The proposed changes include updates to data collection methods and requirements, such as collecting optional Hemoglobin A1C levels and combining weight and physical activity metrics. The goal is to improve the program's effectiveness while reducing administrative burdens. The CDC is seeking approval for the next three years and emphasizes that participation is voluntary and data is collected in a non-identified way.

The Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) of the Department of Justice is submitting a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a survey about forensic crime laboratories. This survey, called the Census of Publicly Funded Forensic Crime Laboratories (CPFFCL), aims to collect data from state and local government agencies, specifically from 350 crime laboratories, on their staffing, budgets, and challenges. Public comments on the survey can be submitted until March 3, 2025, and participation in the survey is voluntary. The collected data will help provide insight into forensic crime laboratories and will be shared in published reports by the BJS.

The United States Department of Justice has proposed new rules to allow certain firearm dealers to use the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) for conducting background checks on employees who handle firearms, as part of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. This proposal aims to prevent firearms from reaching individuals prohibited by law from possessing them, by enabling checks on employees who might access or use firearms through their work. The rules clarify how these checks, known as Firearm Handler Background Checks (FHCs), will be conducted, including what information can trigger a "Pass" or "Did Not Pass" notice and how individuals can appeal a "Did Not Pass" result. Comments on the proposal can be submitted until January 13, 2025.

The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) is asking for public comments on extending a survey for its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program. This survey is given to people who have participated in ADR to help evaluate how well the program works and find ways to improve it. The survey is voluntary, and participants' responses are anonymous. Comments must be submitted by June 9, 2025, via mail or email.