Change Requests

What is an ICR?

An Information Collection Request (ICR) is a federal agency's request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information from the public. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), agencies must justify why the information is needed and how it will be used.

When are they submitted?

Federal agencies are required to submit an ICR whenever they create, renew, modify an information collection. Each ICR includes a description of the collection, supporting materials and documentation (such as forms, surveys, or scripts), and proof that the agency has met the requirements of the PRA.

The ICR is submitted to the The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) within OMB for review and approval. OIRA grants approval for a maximum of three years, after which the collection must be renewed through a new ICR submission.

Where to find an ICR?

ICRs are publicly available on RegInfo.gov, and additional guidance can be found in the FAQs.

Note: Presidential Action influences are notated for ICRs received between January 20, 2025 and July 19, 2025.

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Reference Number
OMB Control Number
Agency
Received
Concluded
Action
Status
Request Type
Presidential Action

Title:

Public Housing, Contracting with Resident-Owned Businesses

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

2577-0161

Agency:

HUD/PIH

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-03-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Public Housing, Contracting with Resident-Owned Businesses

Key Information

Abstract

PHAs enter contracts, not to cumulatively exceed $1,000,000, with eligible resident-owned businesses under an alternative procurement process.  As such, PHAs are required to obtain documentation to verify the eligibility of the resident-owned business and to collect other information related to the contract award itself under the Department’s procurement requirements.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

44 USC Chapter 35 as amended

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Certification by Religious Group

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0960-0093

Agency:

SSA

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-02-27

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
Certification by Religious Group

Key Information

Abstract

SSA is responsible for determining whether religious groups meet the qualifications exempting certain members and sects from payment of Self-Employment Contribution Act taxes under the Internal Revenue Code, Section 1402(g). SSA sends Form SSA-1458, Certification by Religious Group, to a group’s authorized spokesperson to complete and verify organizational members meet or continue to meet the criteria for exemption. The respondents are spokespersons for religious groups or sects. We are submitting this Non-Substantive Change Request to remove the signature requirement from this form.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 1352
42 USC 411
42 USC 402(v)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Laboratory Accreditation for Analyses of Foods

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0910-0898

Agency:

HHS/FDA

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-02-21

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Laboratory Accreditation for Analyses of Foods

Key Information

Abstract

The information collection supports implementation of FDA's laboratory accreditation program. Accredited laboratories are required to follow model standards in conducting certain human and animal food testing and would be subject to oversight by FDA-recognized accreditation bodies to help ensure consistently reliable testing results. Respondents to the information collection are accreditation bodies seeking recognition from FDA, recognized accreditation bodies, laboratories seeking accreditation from recognized accreditation bodies, and accredited laboratories. Participation in this program is voluntary for laboratories and accreditation bodies; however only recognized accreditation bodies would be able to accredit laboratories to conduct food testing as specified in the regulations.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

21 USC 350(k)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council Membership Application

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1545-1791

Agency:

TREAS/IRS

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-03-25

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council Membership Application

Key Information

Abstract

The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) requires that committee membership be fairly balanced in terms of points of view represented and the functions to be performed. As a result, members of specific committees often have both the expertise and professional skills that parallel the program responsibilities of their sponsoring agencies. Selection of committee members is based on the FACA's requirements and the potential member's background and qualifications. Therefore, an application is needed to ascertain the desired skills set for membership. The IRS will also use the information to perform federal income tax, background, and practitioner checks as required of all members and applicants to the Committee or Council. Information provided will be used to qualify or disqualify individuals to serve as members.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 92 - 463 1

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Consumer Cooperative Exemption Application

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1545-1941

Agency:

TREAS/IRS

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-03-25

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Consumer Cooperative Exemption Application

Key Information

Abstract

A cooperative uses Form 3491 to apply for exemption from filing information returns (Forms 1099-PATR) on patronage distributions of $10 or more to any person during the calendar year.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 6044

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Out-of-School Time Recognition Program.

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1894-0019

Agency:

ED/OS

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-01-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
Out-of-School Time Recognition Program.

Key Information

Abstract

This non-substantive change request includes updates to the program such as a change in title and clarification of program administration. The MOU for the Engage Every Student initiative will end on December 31, 2024. The U.S. Department of Education will retain and continue the Recognition Program to recognize (1) non-profit organizations working in collaboration with school district/local education agencies (LEAs), (2) city municipalities or local government entities working in collaboration with school district/LEAs or (3) LEAs working in collaboration with non-profit organization or city municipalities that engage K-12 students in high-quality afterschool or summer learning programming. The name of the Recognition Program will change from the Engage Every Student Recognition Program to the Out-of-School Time Recognition Program.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

RCF for PVQ Control #3206-0279

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

3206-0279

Agency:

NGA

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2024-12-20

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
RCF for PVQ Control #3206-0279

Key Information

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Food Labeling Regulations

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0910-0381

Agency:

HHS/FDA

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-04-28

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Food Labeling Regulations

Key Information

Abstract

This information collection supports food labeling regulations issued under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Respondents to this information collection are manufacturers, packers, and distributors of food products and include the private sector (including for-profit businesses, not-for-profit institutions and farms). The information collection also supports agency guidance developed to assist repondents regarding food lableing regulations.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

21 USC 301 et seq.

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Ophthalmic Practice Rules

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

3084-0174

Agency:

FTC

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-01-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Ophthalmic Practice Rules

Key Information

Abstract

The Federal Trade Commission has issued a Final Rule amending the Ophthalmic Practice Rules (“Eyeglass Rule” or “Rule”) to add new information collection and recordkeeping requirements for ophthalmologists and optometrists, and is requesting approval for the new collection. The FTC has determined after numerous proceedings that prescribers’ failure to follow the longstanding requirement to release eyeglass prescriptions to consumers is an ongoing, prevalent problem, and that this failure causes harm to consumers and competition. The new information requirements are intended to ensure that consumers automatically receive a copy of their eyeglass prescription at the end of their eye exam so that they can comparison-shop and purchase eyeglasses from the seller of their choice. The requirements are further intended to ensure that prescribers retain records of electronic prescription release and of patients’ confirmations of prescription receipt sufficient to demonstrate prescribers’ compliance with the Rule and its disclosure requirements. The FTC has structured the amendments to achieve consumer protection objectives while also minimizing burden on prescribers.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

15 USC §§ 41-58, as amended

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Minimum Standards for State Registration of Appraisal Management Companies

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1557-0324

Agency:

TREAS/OCC

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-02-24

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Minimum Standards for State Registration of Appraisal Management Companies

Key Information

Abstract

The OCC, Board, FDIC, NCUA, Bureau, and FHFA (Agencies) have rules that implement the minimum requirements in section 1473 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act to be applied by States in the registration and supervision of appraisal management companies (AMCs) and the requirement in section 1473 of the Dodd-Frank Act for States to report to the Appraisal Subcommittee of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) the information required by the Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) to administer the new national registry of appraisal management companies (AMC National Registry or Registry).

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 111 - 201 1473

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary (CMS-10407)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0938-1146

Agency:

HHS/CMS

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-01-03

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary (CMS-10407)

Key Information

Abstract

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Pub. L. 111-148, was signed into law on March 23, 2010, and the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, Pub. L. 111-152, was signed into law on March 30, 2010 (these are collectively known as the "Affordable Care Act"). The Affordable Care Act amends the Public Health Service Act (PHS Act) by adding section 2715 "Development and Utilization of Uniform Explanation of Coverage Documents and Standardized Definitions." Section 2715 directs the Secretary, in consultation with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners and a working group comprised of stakeholders, to develop standards for use by a group health plan and a health insurance issuer in compiling and providing to applicants, enrollees, and policyholders and certificate holders a summary of benefits and coverage (SBC) that accurately describes the benefits and coverage under the applicable plan or coverage. Section 2715 also directs the Secretary to provide for the development of standards for the defintions of terms used in health insuance. Finally, section 2715 requires 60-days advance notice of any material modification in any of the terms of the plan or coverage that is not reflected in the most recently provided SBC. To implement these disclosure requirements, the final rule would require a collection of information by health insurance issuers in the group and individual markets and third-party administrators. Collection of information requirements relate to the provision of the following: 1. Summary of benefits and coverage (SBC) 2. Coverage examples (as a component of each SBC) 3. A uniform glossary of health coverage and medical terms (uniform glossary) 4. Notice of modifications

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 111 - 148 Title 1, Subtitle A, Sec. 1001
42 USC Sec 300gg-21

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

International Traveler Information Card (ITIC)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

2120-0824

Agency:

DOT/FAA

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-03-24

Action:

Approved with change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
International Traveler Information Card (ITIC)

Key Information

Abstract

The International Traveler Information Card (ITIC) is an online form that Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) employees and contractors complete prior to international travel for official business. The purpose of the ITIC is to collect pertinent security data to be used in the event an FAA employee and/or contractor is isolated overseas and requires lifesaving assistance. This security data will assist in the U.S. government’s ability to properly identify FAA employees and/or contractors and provide, if necessary, medical support and personal items should they become isolated overseas.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

22 USC 4802(a)(1)(A)
22 USC 3902(b)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Waiver of Right to Appear--Disability Hearing

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0960-0534

Agency:

SSA

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-07-24

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Waiver of Right to Appear--Disability Hearing

Key Information

Abstract

Claimants for Social Security disability payments or their representatives can use Form SSA-773-U4 to waive their right to appear at a disability hearing. Respondents complete the SSA-773-U4 through a personal interview with field office (FO) staff; Disability Determinations Service (DDS) staff; or Disability Hearing Unit (DHU) staff to insure the individual understands the due process rights associated with the decision to waive personal appearance at a disability hearing by a DHO. We conduct these personal interviews either in person or via telephone with the claimants or their representatives. Once we obtain the information on the SSA-733-U4, the DHO uses the signed form as a basis for not holding a hearing, and for preparing a written decision on the claimant’s request for disability payments based solely on the evidence of record. The respondents are disability claimants for Social Security benefits or SSI payments, or their representatives, who wish to waive their right to appear at a disability hearing.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 405

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Bid Pricing Tool (BPT) for Medicare Advantage (MA) Plans and Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) (CMS-10142)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0938-0944

Agency:

HHS/CMS

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-06-10

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Bid Pricing Tool (BPT) for Medicare Advantage (MA) Plans and Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) (CMS-10142)

Key Information

Abstract

Under the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003 (MMA), and implementing regulations at 42 CFR, Medicare Advantage organizations (MAO) and Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) are required to submit an actuarial pricing "bid" for each plan offered to Medicare beneficiaries for approval by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). MAOs and PDPs use the Bid Pricing Tool (BPT) software to develop their actuarial pricing bid. The information provided in the BPT is the basis for the plan's enrollee premiums and CMS payments for each contract year.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 1395w-24

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Program Reporting System

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0920-0556

Agency:

HHS/CDC

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-03-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Program Reporting System

Key Information

Abstract

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently approved to collect information needed to determine the annual pregnancy success rate of each clinic that provides assisted reproductive technology (ART) services (“Assisted Reproductive Technology Program Reporting System,” OMB No. 0920-0556, exp. 7/31/2018). This data collection is required by The Fertility Clinic Success Rate and Certification Act (FCSRCA), Section 2(a) of P.L. 102-493(42 USC 263 (a)-1) which mandates ART clinics to submit information to CDC and requires CDC to publish pregnancy success rates. CDC seeks OMB approval on a revision request to revise burden estimates, modify data elements to align with current clinical practice, and extend information collection for an additional three years. Compared to the burden previously approved, the total annualized burden requested is higher due to an increase in the average number of ART cycles performed per clinic, due to an overall increase in the utilization of ART in the United States.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 301
Pub.L. 102 - 493 2 (a)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Multistate Financial Institution Data Match and Federally Assisted State Transmitted Levy (MSFIDM/FAST Levy)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0970-0196

Agency:

HHS/ACF

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2024-12-20

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
Multistate Financial Institution Data Match and Federally Assisted State Transmitted Levy (MSFIDM/FAST Levy)

Key Information

Abstract

To satisfy any current and past-due support payments by an obligor, state child support enforcement agencies are statutorily required to attach and seize an obligor’s assets that are held in financial institutions. State child support enforcement agencies are required to enter into data matching agreements with financial institutions doing business in their state to locate obligors’ accounts. State child support enforcement agencies use information from the data match to help enforce the support obligation. The Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) operates the multistate financial institution data match program through the OCSS’s Federal Parent Locator Service (FPLS). OCSS operates Federally Assisted State Transmitted (FAST) Levy. FAST Levy is a secure and automated method of collecting and disseminating electronic levy notices between state child support enforcement agencies and financial institutions. FAST Levy helps child support agencies secure financial assets more quickly and efficiently. OMB approved the MSFIDM/FAST Levy information collection on January 19, 2024, for three years. OCSS changed a contact email in the Multistate Financial Institution Data Match (MSFIDM) record specifications and requests OMB approval of these minor revisions as a non-substantive change.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 666 (a)(2) and (c)(1)(G)(ii)
42 USC 666(a)(17)
42 USC 652(a)(7)
42 USC 303.7(a)(5)
42 USC 652(l)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Employee Retention Credit for Employers Affected by Qualified Disasters

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1545-1978

Agency:

TREAS/IRS

Received:

2024-12-20

Concluded:

2025-03-25

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Employee Retention Credit for Employers Affected by Qualified Disasters

Key Information

Abstract

Form 5884-A is used to figure certain credits for disaster area employers. These credits typically include employee retention credits for eligible employers who conducted an active trade or business in certain disaster areas. The credit is equal to 40 percent of qualified wages for each eligible employee (up to a maximum of $6,000 in qualified wages per employee). P. L. 116-260, Div. EE, sec. 303.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 116 - 260 303
Pub.L. 116 - 260 301

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Application for Construction Reserve Fund and Annual Statements (CRF)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

2133-0032

Agency:

DOT/MARAD

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

2025-07-03

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Application for Construction Reserve Fund and Annual Statements (CRF)

Key Information

Abstract

The Construction Reserve Fund (CRF), authorized by 46 U.S.C. chapter 533, is a financial assistance program which provides tax deferral benefits to U.S.-flag operators. Eligible parties can defer the gain attributable to the sale or loss of a vessel, provided the proceeds are used to expand or modernize the U.S. merchant fleet. The primary purpose of the CRF is to promote the construction, reconstruction, reconditioning, or acquisition of merchant vessels which are necessary for national defense and to the development of U.S. commerce.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

46 USC Chapter 533

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

U.S. Individual Income Tax Return

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1545-0074

Agency:

TREAS/IRS

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

2025-01-24

Action:

Approved with change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
U.S. Individual Income Tax Return

Key Information

Abstract

Sections 6011 & 6012 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), require individuals to prepare and file income tax returns annually. These forms and related schedules are used by individuals to report their income subject to tax and compute their correct tax liability. IRS uses the data collected on these forms and their schedules to compute tax liability and determine that the items claimed are properly allowable. This information is also used for general statistical purposes.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 32
26 USC 3510
26 USC 1301
26 USC 1402
26 USC 6411
26 USC 6654
26 USC 179
26 USC 280F(b)(2)
26 USC 72
26 USC 6058
26 USC 219
26 USC 408
26 USC 964(a)
26 USC 986(b)
26 USC 1256
26 USC 1092
26 USC 1298(b)(1)
26 USC 1291
26 USC 6046A
26 USC 45E
26 USC 45L
26 USC 6039G
26 USC 108(a)
26 USC 1202
26 USC 6038
26 USC 6038B
26 USC 67
26 USC 1201
26 USC 6511
26 USC 222
26 USC 6402
26 USC 6096
26 USC 631(b)
26 USC 163
Pub.L. 109 - 432 101
Pub.L. 115 - 97 11001
26 USC 631(a)
26 USC 1211
26 USC 1212
26 USC 367(a)
26 USC 1221
Pub.L. 115 - 97 11041
26 USC 1222
26 USC 1223
26 USC 1231
26 USC 6011
26 USC 6012
26 USC 6404
26 USC 61
26 USC 170
26 USC 211
26 USC 212
26 USC 165
26 USC 213
26 USC 1233
Pub.L. 116 - 136 2301
26 USC 6031
26 USC 68
Pub.L. 91 - 508 609
26 USC 217
26 USC 367(e)(2)
26 USC 164

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

U.S. Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1545-0092

Agency:

TREAS/IRS

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

2025-01-24

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
U.S. Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts

Key Information

Abstract

Sections 6011 & 6012 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) require entities to prepare and file estate and trust income tax returns. These forms and related schedules are used by estate and trust to report income and other compensation subject to tax as well as to report and disclosure taxes paid. Treasury Regulations section 1.6011-1 explains that every person subject to any tax, or required to collect any tax, under Subtitle A of the Code, shall make such returns or statements as are required by the regulations. The return or statement shall include therein the information required by the applicable regulations or forms. Section 1.6012-3 explains the general guidelines for estates and trusts required to make returns of income.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 641
26 USC 671
26 USC 6012
26 USC 59
Pub.L. 115 - 97 14103
26 USC 652
26 USC 662
26 USC 55(a)
26 USC 643(g)
26 USC 666
26 USC 677
26 USC 679
26 USC 6654

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Services Academy Experiences Survey (SAES)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0704-0623

Agency:

DOD/DODDEP

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

2025-07-30

Action:

Approved with change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Services Academy Experiences Survey (SAES)

Key Information

Abstract

United States Code (USC) Title 10, as amended by Section 532 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) codified an assessment cycle at the U.S. MSAs that consist of surveys and focus groups during alternating years. The purpose is to gather information relating to sexual assault and sexual harassment issues at the Academies to improve the Department’s response.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Management Information Reporting

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0693-0032

Agency:

DOC/NIST

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Management Information Reporting

Key Information

Abstract

The MEP Centers’ primary mission is to strengthen the global competitiveness of U.S.-based manufacturing by providing information, decision support, and implementation assistance to smaller manufacturing firms in adopting new, more advanced manufacturing technologies, techniques, and business best practices. Almost 1,700 knowledgeable specialists provide technical and business assistance. NIST MEP provides funding to the Centers through Cooperative Agreements. To ensure that Cooperative Agreement recipients are effectively disseminating the most current technical and business solutions to small and medium-sized manufacturers in the United States, MEP will collect and analyze information from the MEP Centers. MEP is mandated to collect this information by the regulations governing the operation of the MEP program (15 CFR 290, 291, and 292) and the Government Performance and Results Act of 1993 (GPRA, 5 CFR 1320). The advent of H.R. 1274 – Section 2 (Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program Center Extension) effectively removes the “Sunset Provisions” on the original MEP regulations (15 CFR 290, 291, and 292), and has made MEP a permanent investor in the Centers with the need to collect evaluative and informative data.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Filing of Dedicated Cars

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

2130-0502

Agency:

DOT/FRA

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

2025-03-04

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Filing of Dedicated Cars

Key Information

Abstract

The collection of information associated with CFR parts 215, Railroad Freight Car Safety Standards (FCSS) requires that any railroad carrier that has a freight car assigned to dedicated service be stenciled to indicate special service. FRA reviews this information to determine if the equipment is safe to operate and if the operation qualifies for dedicated service. The required information is also used by the railroads to provide identification and control for carriers so that dedicated cars remain in the prescribed service. FRA is amending the FCSS to implement the SAFE TRAINS Act mandate that FRA issue a regulation to monitor and enforce industry's compliance with the standards of the Act. FRA is requiring freight car manufacturers to certify annually by electronic submission that each freight car complies with the Act before it operates on the U.S. general railroad system of transportation. This information collection is mandatory, submitted on an as needed basis, and there is a requirement for record keeping.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

49 USC 20103
49 USC 20170

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

U.S. Tax-Exempt Income Tax Return

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1545-0047

Agency:

TREAS/IRS

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

2025-01-24

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
U.S. Tax-Exempt Income Tax Return

Key Information

Abstract

These forms and schedules are used to determine that tax-exempt organizations fulfill the operating conditions within the limitations of their tax exemption. The data is also used for general statistical purposes. These forms are used by tax-exempt organizations to specify their items of gross income, receipts and disbursements.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 4947
26 USC 527
26 USC 501(a)
26 USC 6103
26 USC 6033(i)
26 USC 4974
26 USC 511
26 USC 4953
Pub.L. 117 - 169 multiple
26 USC 6012(a)4
26 USC 6012 (a)2
Pub.L. 115 - 97 14103
26 USC 521
26 USC 6104
26 USC 6011(f)
Pub.L. 105 - 206 2001 thru 2005
26 USC 501
26 USC 6033
26 USC 508
26 USC 509
26 USC 501(c)3
26 USC 170
Pub.L. 116 - 25 2301, 3101
Pub.L. 116 - 260 Div. EE
26 USC 149
26 USC 142
26 USC 146
26 USC 4951
26 USC 4952

Presidential Action:

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Title:

Native American Enhancement library - Notice of Funding Opportunity

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

3137-0110

Agency:

IMLS

Received:

2024-12-19

Concluded:

2025-01-10

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
Native American Enhancement library - Notice of Funding Opportunity

Key Information

Abstract

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) requests renewal of the clearance for the IMLS Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The information collection in this package consists of one Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) with instructions necessary to apply for IMLS support as part of the agency’s grant programs. In this clearance submission (3137-0110) and justification, IMLS requests approval of non-substantive changes to a previously approved clearance for the Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity. These changes consist of: • Updating document formatting and section ordering to comply with 2 CFR 200 NOFO simplification requirements • Removing redundant/unnecessary content • Copy-editing for plain language.

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