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 September 22, 2026.

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

Title:

[NCIPC] Public Health/Public Safety Strategies to Reduce Drug Overdose Data Collection

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0920-1419

Agency:

HHS/CDC

Received:

2026-07-24

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
[NCIPC] Public Health/Public Safety Strategies to Reduce Drug Overdose Data Collection

Key Information

Abstract

CDC requests approval for a 3-year period for this new Generic information collection (IC) request to collect data in response to an urgent request from a public health or safety entity (i.e., agency or program) to improve responses to the overdose crisis that involve public health and public safety sectors or address justice-involved populations at increased risk of overdose. This Non-Substantive Change Request is submitted to correct an administrative error in the initial submission of the package. There is no increase or decrease in Burden Hours requested. The Non-Substantive Change Request is submitted to restore the correct number of Burden Hours available for this Generic Clearance package. Minor revisions were made to the GENERIC data and information collection.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 301[241](a)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Survey of Market Absorption of New Apartment Buildings

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

2528-0013

Agency:

HUD/PD&R

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Survey of Market Absorption of New Apartment Buildings

Key Information

Abstract

The Department of Housing and Urban Development conducts this survey in order to determine if the supply of rental housing is keeping pace with current and future needs. Additional information such as asking rent (or price for condominium unites) and number of bedrooms is also collected. The Survey of Market Absorption of New Multifamily Units (SOMA) provides the data necessary to measure the rate at which different types of new rental apartments and new condominium/cooperative apartments are absorbed, that is, taken off the market, usually by being rented or sold - within the first 12 months after a building’s completion. The data are collected at quarterly intervals until 12 months expire or until the units in a building are completely absorbed, which may occur sooner. The data is collected from building managers, rental and sales agents, as well as building and property owners.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

12 USC 170z-2
12 USC 1701z-1

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Loan Rehabilitation: Reasonable and Affordable Payments

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1845-0120

Agency:

ED/FSA

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection
Loan Rehabilitation: Reasonable and Affordable Payments

Key Information

Abstract

This is a request for an extension with change of the information collection for the form used to obtain standardized financial information from borrowers with defaulted Direct Loan (DL) or Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program loans. This information is used by either the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) or a guaranty agency to make a determination of a reasonable and affordable monthly loan payment which if made according to the agreed schedule would afford defaulted borrowers an opportunity for loan rehabilitation. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) signed into law on July 4, 2025, made statutory changes that require updates to the 1845-0120 Loan Rehabilitation: Reasonable and Affordable Payments collection. This revision to this information collection package reflect the statutory changes made by the OBBBA for the 2026-27 award year. The Department plans to submit another revision to this form for public comment next year to amend the form for changes that begin in the 2027-28 award year.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

20 USC 1078-6

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Electronic Disclosure by Group Health Plans Under ERISA

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

-

Agency:

DOL/EBSA

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Electronic Disclosure by Group Health Plans Under ERISA

Key Information

Abstract

This proposed rule sets forth a new, additional safe harbor for group health plan administrators to use electronic media (e.g., email or web portal) to furnish documents and information to participants and beneficiaries of plans subject to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). This proposal, if finalized, would allow plan administrators who satisfy specified conditions to provide participants and beneficiaries with a notice that certain disclosures will be made available electronically on a website. Individuals who prefer to receive these disclosures on paper will be able to request paper copies and to opt out of electronic delivery entirely. The Department expects that the proposal, if finalized, would improve the effectiveness of the disclosures and significantly reduce the costs and burden to group health plans associated with furnishing many of the recurring disclosures.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

29 USC 1021–1025

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Information and Instructions on Your Reconsideration Rights

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

3206-0237

Agency:

OPM

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Information and Instructions on Your Reconsideration Rights

Key Information

Abstract

Information and Instructions on Your Reconsideration Rights is designed as an enclosure to be mailed with adverse initial decisions so that the person affected will understand how to request reconsideration.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Annuity Supplement Earnings Report

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

3206-0194

Agency:

OPM

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Annuity Supplement Earnings Report

Key Information

Abstract

RI 92-22, Annuity Supplement Earnings Report, is used each year to obtain the earned income of Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) annuitants receiving an annuity supplement. The annuity supplement is paid to eligible FERS annuitants who are not retired on disability and are not yet age 62. The supplement approximates the portion of a full career Social Security benefit earned while under FERS and ends at age 62. Like Social Security benefits, the annuity supplement is subject to an earnings limitation.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

5 USC Chapter 84, Section 8421

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Report of Medical Examination of Person Electing Survivor Benefits Under the Civil Service Retirement System

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

3206-0162

Agency:

OPM

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Report of Medical Examination of Person Electing Survivor Benefits Under the Civil Service Retirement System

Key Information

Abstract

OPM Form 1530 is designed to collect information from both the applicant and the applicant’s physician regarding the applicant’s health. This information is used to determine whether the insurable interest survivor benefits election can be allowed.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

5 USC 8339(k)(I)
5 USC 84

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Data Collection for Quality Measures Using the Consolidated Renal Operations in a Web-Enabled Network (CROWNWeb) (CMS-10569)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0938-1289

Agency:

HHS/CMS

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Data Collection for Quality Measures Using the Consolidated Renal Operations in a Web-Enabled Network (CROWNWeb) (CMS-10569)

Key Information

Abstract

Section 1881(h) of the Social Security Act, as amended by Section 153(h) of the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act, authorizes the establishment of a quality incentive program for renal dialysis facilities. Beginning in CY 2016, renal dialysis facilities have been required to collect and submit data on quality reporting measures to CMS using Consolidated Renal Operations in a Web-Enabled Network (CROWNWeb); in CY 2018, this was increased to eight quality reporting measures. In CY 2020, we launched the End-Stage Renal Disease Quality Reporting System (EQRS), which contains the functionalities of the three legacy ESRD Systems, including CROWNWeb, in one global application, and aims to provide ongoing support to the ESRD user community to foster accurate and timely monthly data submission. The measures required for reporting under the ESRD Quality Incentive Program are designed to reflect the appropriate level of care and the most important areas of service furnished by renal dialysis facilities. Measure data are intended to be publicly reported.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 1395

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

ED-524 Budget Information Non-Construction Programs Form and Instructions

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1894-0008

Agency:

ED/OS

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
ED-524 Budget Information Non-Construction Programs Form and Instructions

Key Information

Abstract

The ED 524 form and instructions are included in U.S. Department of Education (ED) discretionary grant application packages and are needed in order for applicants to submit summary-level budget data by budget category, as well as a detailed budget narrative, to request and justify their proposed grant budgets as part of their grant applications. At the time of application, ED applicants submit budget information on the ED 524 for both Federal funds requested and for the non-Federal match or cost-sharing funds they are committing to the proposed project (either statutorily required or provided as a voluntary commitment) for each budget period of a multi-year project. Please note that Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR),(34 CFR 75.117) requires that an applicant that proposes a multi-year project must include in its application a budget narrative accompanied by a budget form prescribed by the Secretary, that provides budget information for each budget period of the proposed project period. In order to prepare the non-Federal portion of the budget for the ED 524, the applicant must already have had this information on hand in their internal grant accounting records. Under Uniform Administrative Requirements, 2 CFR 200.306, as applicable, a grantee is required to maintain this information regarding cost-sharing and matching resources.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

20 USC 1221e-3

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Borrower Defense to Loan Repayment Universal Forms

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1845-0163

Agency:

ED/FSA

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Borrower Defense to Loan Repayment Universal Forms

Key Information

Abstract

This is a request for a renewal without change of 1845-0163 Borrower Defense to Loan Repayment Universal Forms. The Department uses the information provided on the Universal Borrower Defense Application and Request for Reconsideration forms to determine eligibility for a borrower defense discharge.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

20 USC 1070g, 1087a

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Application for Prevailing Wage Determination

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1205-0508

Agency:

DOL/ETA

Received:

2026-07-23

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Application for Prevailing Wage Determination

Key Information

Abstract

The information contained in the Form ETA-9141 is the basis for the Secretary’s determination of the wage employers must pay in order protect against adverse effect on U.S. workers’ wages by the employment of a foreign worker. Prior to submitting requests for most labor certifications or a labor condition applications to the Secretary of Labor, employers must obtain a prevailing wage for the job opportunity based on the place of employment in order to ensure that wages are not being adversely affected by paying foreign workers less than a prevailing wage. Form ETA-9141, Application for Prevailing Wage Determination, is used to collect the necessary information from employers to enable the Department of Labor (Department) to issue a prevailing wage for the occupation and location of the job offer. The Form ETA-9141 is used in the H-2B, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, and PERM programs administered by the Department. In order to meet its statutory responsibilities under the INA, the Department must request information from employers seeking to hire and import foreign labor. The Department uses the information collected to determine the appropriate wages that must be paid by an employer to foreign workers in most programs.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

8 USC 1153(b)(3)
8 USC 1182(a)(5)(A)
8 USC 1182(n), (p), (t)
8 USC 1184(c)
8 USC 1103 (a) (6)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Data Validation Study for the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Quality Incentive Program (QIP) (CMS-10639)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0938-1340

Agency:

HHS/CMS

Received:

2026-07-22

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Data Validation Study for the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Quality Incentive Program (QIP) (CMS-10639)

Key Information

Abstract

For the PY 2028 validation, CMS is continuing to use its previously finalized policy to select 300 facilities to participate in an NHSN Dialysis Event validation by submitting a total of 20 patient records across any two quarters of data reported in CY 2026.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 1395R

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Semi-Annual Progress Report for the Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1122-0024

Agency:

DOJ/OVW

Received:

2026-07-22

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Semi-Annual Progress Report for the Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program

Key Information

Abstract

Authorized by 34 U.S.C. § 12511(e), the Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program (TSASP) supports projects to create, maintain, and expand sustainable sexual assault services provided by Tribes, tribal organizations, and nonprofit tribal organizations within Indian country and Alaska Native villages. TSASP supported projects provide intervention, advocacy, accompaniment (e.g., accompanying victims to court, medical facilities, or police departments), support services, and related assistance for adult, youth, and child victims of sexual assault, non-offending family and household members of victims, and those collaterally affected by the sexual assault. This information collection will enable the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) to obtain completed semi-annual performance reports from all TASAP grantees in order to meet reporting requirements and effectively monitor the use of federal funds.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

34 USC 12511(e)

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Hospice Survey and Deficiencies Report Form (CMS-643)

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0938-0379

Agency:

HHS/CMS

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection
Hospice Survey and Deficiencies Report Form (CMS-643)

Key Information

Abstract

In order to participate in the Medicare program, a hospice must meet certain Federal health and safety conditions of participation. This form will be used by State surveyors to record data about a hospice's compliance with these conditions of participation in order to initiate the certification or recertification process.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 442.30
42 USC 488.26

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

EIA-860S: Voluntary State Level Generator Air Permit Inventory Report

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1905-0215

Agency:

DOE/EIA

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
EIA-860S: Voluntary State Level Generator Air Permit Inventory Report

Key Information

Abstract

The EIA-860S is an annual voluntary standby form. This form will enable the acquisition of power generator data from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories, primarily through collaboration with air permitting offices responsible for regulating generators under the Clean Air Act. Maintaining this annual form in standby will allow EIA to periodically gather administrative data, strengthening the EIA‑860 frame and keeping a consolidated inventory of air‑permitted electric generators up to date through systematic reconciliation and validation; without necessitating any alteration to the core purpose or structure of the primary EIA-860 survey.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

15 USC 772(b)
15 USC 754(b)
15 USC 790(a)

Presidential Action:

Title:

Green Sturgeon ESA 4(d) Rule Take Exceptions and Exemptions

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0648-0613

Agency:

DOC/NOAA

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Green Sturgeon ESA 4(d) Rule Take Exceptions and Exemptions

Key Information

Abstract

We request to extend a currently approved information collection for activities involving threatened green sturgeon (Acipenser medirostris). In April 2006, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) listed the Southern Distinct Population Segment of North American green sturgeon (hereafter, “Southern DPS”) as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). In June 2010, NMFS established protective regulations for the Southern DPS under section 4(d) of the ESA (“ESA 4(d) rule”). The ESA 4(d) rule prohibits “take” of Southern DPS fish, unless the take is covered by an exception or exemption. The ESA defines “take” as to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect, or to attempt to engage in any such conduct. The ESA 4(d) rule established several exceptions and exemptions for activities including fish rescue and salvage, scientific research, habitat restoration, fisheries, and tribal resource management. To qualify for a 4(d) exception or exemption, entities prepare and submit information to NMFS to show that the proposed activity meets the criteria established in the ESA 4(d) rule. NMFS uses this information to (1) track the number of Southern DPS fish taken as a result of each action; (2) evaluate the effects of each action on the Southern DPS; and (3) determine whether additional protections, exceptions, or exemptions are needed. The information collection is necessary for NMFS to evaluate and minimize effects on the Southern DPS, while still allowing activities to occur.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

16 USC 1361

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Highly Migratory Species Vessel Logbooks and Cost-Earnings Data Reports

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0648-0371

Agency:

DOC/NOAA

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Highly Migratory Species Vessel Logbooks and Cost-Earnings Data Reports

Key Information

Abstract

This request is for an extension without revision of the Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS) vessel logbooks and cost-earnings reports information collection. The burden and cost estimates have been updated to reflect minor changes in the number of permit holders, and hourly labor costs from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Otherwise, there have been no programmatic changes to this information collection. This information collection provides essential data on HMS fishing effort, catch, and economic data that is essential to the continued management of these fisheries. The legislative authorities to collect data from the various sectors of the economy that harvest marine resources in the exclusive economic zone are the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (Magnuson-Stevens Act) and the Atlantic Tunas Convention Act (ATCA). Under this dual authority, the Secretary of Commerce has promulgated rules that require specific types of record keeping and data submissions. HMS are species that travel long distances and often cross domestic and international boundaries. NOAA Fisheries manages HMS fisheries—tunas, sharks, swordfish, and billfish—in U.S. Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of America, and Caribbean waters.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

16 USC 971
Pub.L. 94 - 265 303

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Fisheries Finance Program Requirements

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0648-0012

Agency:

DOC/NOAA

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Fisheries Finance Program Requirements

Key Information

Abstract

This request is for an extension of a currently approved information collection. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) operates a direct loan program to assist in financing certain actions relating to commercial fishing vessels, shoreside fishery facilities, aquaculture operations, and individual fishing quotas. Application information is required to determine loan eligibility pursuant to 50 CFR Part 253 and to determine the type and amount of financial assistance available to the applicant. Applicants are required to submit NOAA Form 88-1, and supporting financial documents. An annual financial statement is required from the recipients to monitor the financial status of the loan.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

46 USC 53701

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Marine Recreational Information Program Fishing Effort Survey

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0648-0652

Agency:

DOC/NOAA

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Marine Recreational Information Program Fishing Effort Survey

Key Information

Abstract

This request is for a revision and extension of a currently approved information collection, to conduct the Fishing Effort Survey (FES) in Hawaii and the states along the Atlantic coast. The request includes revisions to conduct the FES monthly rather than bi-monthly, as well as test a sequential web-push survey design to evaluate data quality, timeliness of survey responses and survey costs. The One-Month Wave Study is being removed from this collection since the study has been completed. Marine recreational anglers are surveyed to collect catch and effort data, fish biology data, and angler socioeconomic characteristics. These data are required to carry out provisions of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.), as amended, regarding conservation and management of fishery resources. Marine recreational fishing catch and effort data are collected through a combination of mail surveys, telephone surveys and on-site intercept surveys with recreational anglers. The Fishing Effort Survey (FES) is conducted by the NOAA Fisheries, Office of Science and Technology (OST). The FES is a self-administered, household mail survey that samples from a residential address frame to collect data on the number of recreational anglers and the number of recreational fishing trips. The survey estimates marine recreational fishing activity for all coastal states from Maine through Florida, as well as Hawaii.

SPD-15 Implementation

Yes

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

16 USC 1801 et seq

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Control of Chronic Wasting Disease

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0579-0189

Agency:

USDA/APHIS

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Control of Chronic Wasting Disease

Key Information

Abstract

To control the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in the United States, APHIS created a cooperative, voluntary Federal-State-private sector CWD Herd Certification Program designed to identify farmed or captive herds infected with CWD and provide for the management of these herds in a way that will reduce the risk of spreading disease.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

7 USC 8301

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Basic Requirements for Special Exemption Permits and Authorizations to Take, Import, and Export Marine Mammals, Threatened and Endangered Species, and for Maintaining a Captive

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0648-0084

Agency:

DOC/NOAA

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Basic Requirements for Special Exemption Permits and Authorizations to Take, Import, and Export Marine Mammals, Threatened and Endangered Species, and for Maintaining a Captive

Key Information

Abstract

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Office of Protected Resources, Permits and Conservation Division proposes revisions to the currently approved information collection OMB Control Number 0648-0084. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is revising permit application instructions for the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA) to align with new regulations and streamline processes. Key changes include removing the 5-year limit on MMPA permit durations, creating specific instructions for endangered corals, and updating guidance for Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) operations to improve take reporting. Additionally, the agency is redesigning its online application system (APPS) and splitting public display instructions into separate capture and importation categories to better meet statutory requirements. This information collection is under the authority of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 1361 et seq.; MMPA), the Fur Seal Act (16 U.S.C. 1151 et seq.; FSA), and the Endangered Species Act (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.; ESA). The MMPA, FSA, and ESA prohibit “take” (e.g., to harass or kill), import, and export of marine mammals and endangered and threatened species, with limited exceptions. Pursuant to Section 104 of the MMPA and Section 10(a)(1)(A) of the ESA, persons or institutions may apply for special exception permits to take, import, or export marine mammals or endangered or threatened species for scientific research or enhancement purposes. Section 104 of the MMPA also allows for Letters of Confirmation under a General Authorization for scientific research, permits for commercial and educational photography of marine mammals, and permits for capture or import of marine mammals for public display. Issuance of permits is a federal action subject to the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Persons or institutions seeking to take, import, or export protected species are required to apply for a permit or authorization and demonstrate that the applicable statutory and regulatory requirements are met. The information required in this collection is used by NMFS to make the determinations under the MMPA, FSA, ESA, NEPA, and their implementing regulations prior to issuing a permit or authorization; to evaluate the impacts on protected species; to establish appropriate permit conditions for the activity proposed; and, to ensure compliance with the Acts. Information required includes the name, affiliation, contact information and qualifications; the purpose of the request; the species, age, sex, and number of animals proposed to be taken, imported, or exported; location; a description of the impacts to the species and environment; the proposed methods and mitigation to minimize impacts to the species; and the requested duration of the permit. Permit and authorization holders must submit reports on the activities they conduct. Also, the MMPA mandates NMFS maintain an inventory of marine mammals in public display facilities and for those facilities to report certain information about the marine mammals to NMFS (via the National Inventory of Marine Mammals [NIMM]).

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

16 USC 1151 et seq.
16 USC 1531 et seq.
42 USC 55
16 USC 31

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Endangered Species Regulations and Forefeiture Procedures

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0579-0076

Agency:

USDA/APHIS

Received:

2026-07-21

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Endangered Species Regulations and Forefeiture Procedures

Key Information

Abstract

This information collection documents the USDA's activities for carrying out and enforcing the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531, et seq.), and 7 CFR 355 and 356, as they apply to terrestrial plants.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

16 USC 1531, et seq.

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Broadband Technical Assistance

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0572-0160

Agency:

USDA/RUS

Received:

2026-07-20

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Broadband Technical Assistance

Key Information

Abstract

The Rural eConnectivity Program (ReConnect) was authorized under 7 U.S.C. 901 et seq., and Pub. L. 115-141, §779. The Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) will use technical assistance funds appropriated under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) (Pub. L. 117-58). Applications received under the FOA will be administered by the Rural Utilities Service (RUS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture. The assistance instrument for this program will be through cooperative agreements which RD is authorized to administer pursuant to 7 U.S.C. 2204b(b)(4). This FOA provides competitive cooperative agreement funding to eligible entities to ensure technical assistance and training is delivered to rural communities in need of high-speed internet and rural broadband providers. Program funds must be used to support broadband technical assistance activities which include, but are not limited to, project planning and community engagement, operations support, financial sustainability, environmental compliance, engineering, accessing federal resources, and data collection and reporting. The goal of the program is to support the expansion of high-speed internet into unserved rural communities. Applications submitted for consideration will be reviewed for eligibility and completeness. Applications determined to be eligible will be evaluated according to the scoring criteria outlined in the FOA. The scoring criterion is targeted to applicants that demonstrate strong work plans, organizational capacity, clear performance metrics, and the ability to reach the most rural communities. Points are also available for projects benefitting targeted groups such as Tribes and Tribal Entities, colonias, persistent poverty counties, and distressed energy communities. Failure to collect proper information from applicants could hinder the government’s selection of funding recipients, and result in improper determinations of assistance, increase legal costs to the recipients as well as encumber customer service and, ultimately, slow the deployment of assistance to rural areas in need of high-speed internet. The timing of technical assistance is critical due to the historic levels of broadband funding made available under the IIJA. The programs created and funded under the IIJA are beginning to disburse funding and technical assistance is critical to ensure unserved rural communities are able to participate in these programs, successfully implement projects and properly manage funds.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

7 USC 901

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Evaluation of the Arctic Rivers Project

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

1028-0137

Agency:

DOI/GS

Received:

2026-07-20

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Evaluation of the Arctic Rivers Project

Key Information

Abstract

USGS will collect information from stakeholders of the Arctic Rivers Project, which include representatives of Indigenous communities in Alaska, representatives of Indigenous organizations, and others regarding the effectiveness of participatory methods and achievement of overall project goals. Evaluation information will be collected via semi-structured interviews, surveys, and polls.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

15 USC 2901-2908
43 USC 31a

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Alaska License Limitation Program for Groundfish, Crab, and Scallops

Reference Number:

Omb Control Number:

0648-0334

Agency:

DOC/NOAA

Received:

2026-07-17

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Alaska License Limitation Program for Groundfish, Crab, and Scallops

Key Information

Abstract

This is a request by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Alaska Region for an extension of this currently approved information collection, which contains requirements for transfer of License Limitation Program (LLP) licenses for the commercial groundfish, crab, and scallop fisheries. The purpose of this collection is to determine whether a transfer is eligible and if endorsements meet regulatory requirements for licensing and permits. An essential feature of the LLP is the ability for participants to transfer their LLP license. Without the ability to track the movement of LLP licenses, NMFS would be unable to effectively manage the LLP. This collection contains the Application for the transfer of groundfish and crab LLP licenses, the Application for the transfer of scallop LLP licenses, and the Transfer appeal. There are no changes or revisions to this collection.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
30-Day FRN

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 94 - 265 303

Presidential Action:

-
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