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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	0625-0143
Previous ICR	202506-0625-002

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The International Trade Administration’s (ITA) is mandated by Congress to broaden and deepen the U.S. exporter base and to attract inward foreign direct investment. ITA accomplishes this by providing counseling, programs and services to help U.S. organizations export and conduct business in overseas markets. This information collection package enables ITA to provide appropriate export services to U.S. businesses and international buyers. The proposed categories of questions include: contact information, organization information, organization type, objectives, products and services, export data, marketing, events and activities, advocacy, education, and more. ITA asks only those questions that provide the required information to assist in fulfilling a client's objective for a requested service and/or event/activity.

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Received	2025-09-26

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Currently, OVW uses up to 19 individual OMB-approved PDF forms to collect performance and monitoring data from grantees. These forms each collect slightly different data points and may use different questions to collect information about the same activities. OVW is submitting this new information collection request to consolidate existing and previously OMB-approved OVW information collections under a single collection with a new consolidated OMB number. This new collection would simply aggregate and streamline the performance reporting process covered by the 19 approved collections. This request leverages technology to streamline, modernize, and reduce paperwork.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1545-0233
Previous ICR	202205-1545-010

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Taxpayers use Form 7004 to request an extension of time to file certain business, estate, trust, excise, tax-exempt, and information returns. The form does not extend the time to pay tax and is also used to determine the estimated tax due.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1545-2009
Previous ICR	202205-1545-004

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Form 13285-A is used by taxpayers and external partners and stakeholders to identify meaningful taxpayer burden reduction opportunities. Employees will make the forms available at education and outreach events.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1545-1060
Previous ICR	202206-1545-002

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Form 8288-B is used to apply for a withholding certification from the IRS to reduce or eliminate the withholding required by IRC section 1445.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1902-0115
Previous ICR	202502-1902-003

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FERC-505 includes applications, notices of intent, and related information collection activities for: • Small hydropower project licenses and relicenses; • Exemptions; and • Determinations of a qualifying conduit hydropower facility. Small hydropower projects are minor water power projects and major water power projects that have an installed capacity of 10 MW or less. They may be licensed under Part I of the Federal Power Act, but some small hydropower projects may be eligible for an exemption. There are two types of FERC hydropower exemptions: (1) exemptions for qualifying conduit hydropower facilities; and (2) exemptions for small projects of 10 MW or less. A qualifying conduit hydropower facility, as defined in section 30 of the FPA, is an existing or proposed hydroelectric facility that utilizes for electric power generation the hydroelectric potential of a conduit, or any tunnel, canal, pipeline, aqueduct, flume, ditch, or similar manmade water conveyance that is not primarily used for the generation of electricity. A Notice of Intent to Construct Qualifying Conduit Hydropower Facilities under 18 CFR 4.401, which is discussed above, is required in order to seek a determination by the Commission that the proposed facility is in accordance with criteria listed at section 30 of the FPA. If the Commission issues such a determination, the facility is not required to be licensed or exempted by the Commission under Part I of the FPA. A 10-MW exemption, as defined in section 405(d) of PURPA, is a project that utilizes for electric generation the water potential of either an existing non-federal dam or a natural water feature (e.g., natural lake, water fall, gradient of a stream, etc.) without the need for a dam or man-made impoundment. The respondents for this information collection include citizens of the United States, corporations organized under the laws of United States or any State thereof, State governments, and municipalities.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	0704-0625
Previous ICR	202207-0704-005

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The Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC), in coordination with the other Federal Agencies, delivers a program of technical and financial assistance to enable states and communities to respond to workforce, business, and community needs arising from Defense actions; cooperate with their military installations and leverage public and private capabilities to deliver public infrastructure and services to enhance the military mission, achieve facility and infrastructure savings; and increase military, civilian, and industrial readiness and resiliency, and support military families. The information collection in the OLDCC's Economic Adjustment System is necessary to support the awarding and tracking of grants that support this mission.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1545-1131
Previous ICR	202204-1545-013

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Treasury Decision (TD) 8400 contains previously approved final regulations regarding the taxation of gain or loss from certain foreign currency transactions under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) section 988 and applies to taxpayers engaging in such transactions. Such gains and losses are characterized as ordinary income or loss. However, under IRC section 988(a)(1)(B), taxpayers may elect to characterize exchange gain or loss on certain transactions as capital gain or loss. Treasury Regulations section 1.988-3(b) provides the procedure for making the election. Under IRC section 988(c)(1)(D)(ii), taxpayers may elect to have regulated futures contracts and certain options (which generally are not subject to section 988) treated as section 988 transactions. Treasury Regulations sections 1.988-1(a)(7)(iii) and (iv) provide the procedure for making that election. Under IRC section 988(c)(1)(E)(iii), a qualified fund may elect out of section 988 with respect to certain financial transactions. Treasury Regulations section 1.988-1(a)(8)(iv) provides the procedure for making that election. Under IRC section 988(d), taxpayers may receive special treatment allowing integration with respect to certain borrowings and property if the transactions are properly identified. The identification rules are in Treasury Regulations sections 1.988-5(a)(8), 1.988-5(b)(3), and 1.988-5(c)(2). Treasury Regulations section 1.988-2(a)(2)(v) allows an accrual basis taxpayer to make an election that provides special translation rules regarding the purchase and sale of stock or securities traded on an established securities market. Treasury Regulations section 1.988-2(b)(2)(iii)(B) provides an election allowing the translation of interest income and expense using a spot accrual convention.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	2900-0864
Previous ICR	202306-2900-001

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The PSTAP Assessment is administered by VA to assess how the TAP training for Transitioning Service members (TSMs) prepares Veterans for civilian life and its effects on long-term Veteran outcomes. This information collection request (ICR) is conducted once per year and is designed as two separate collections which include a Cross-Sectional Survey and a Longitudinal Survey. The survey population for the Cross-Sectional Survey includes all Veterans who meet the criteria at the time of fielding of having separated from the military at six months, one year, and three years prior to the date that surveys. Service members who participated in the Cross-Sectional Survey and voluntarily agreed to participate in the Longitudinal Survey make up the Longitudinal Survey population. VA will use email and mail methods to administer the survey, limiting the burden on respondents. The surveys will be administered to gauge the long-term effectiveness of the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) by: (1) examining the relationship between attendance in TAP courses and the use of VA Benefits; (2) analyzing the effect of participation in TAP courses on the long-term outcomes of Veterans in the broad life domains of employment, education, health and social relationships, financial, social connectivity and overall satisfaction and well-being, and; (3) identifying areas of improvement for TAP and the broader transition process to guide training and/or operational activities aimed at enhancing the quality of service provided to transitioning service members, Veterans, their families and caregivers. Section 4306 requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Labor, and the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to conduct a longitudinal study on changes to Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and provide annual progress reports and a final report. The Section 4306 Study is being added to this current ICR as it closely mirrors the PSTAP Assessment in terms of cohorts and data collected. The overlap in Veterans for the two studies would cause additional burden to thousands of Veterans. Adding the 4306 Study to the current PSTAP Assessment reduces this burden while ensuring both studies collect the data required to meet Congressional and Government requirements.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	2900-0003
Previous ICR	202409-2900-013

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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) through its Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) administers an integrated program of benefits and services, established by law, for veterans, service personnel, and their dependents and/or beneficiaries. Under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 2302, 2303, 2304, 2307, and 2308, the VA will pay burial benefits upon the death of a veteran to certain eligible claimants. Regulatory authority is found in 38 C.F.R. 3.1700 through 3.1712. VA Form 21P-530EZ is used to gather the necessary information to determine eligibility for VA burial benefits including the burial allowance, plot or interment allowance, and transportation reimbursement.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1240-0018
Previous ICR	202209-1240-001

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To aid in the employment of Federal employees with disabilities related to an on-the-job injury, employers submit OWCP Form CA-2231 to claim reimbursement for wages paid under the assisted reemployment project. This information allows for a prompt decision on payment.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1545-1502
Previous ICR	202205-1545-008

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Forms 5304-SIMPLE and 5305-SIMPLE are used by an employer to permit employees to make salary reduction contributions to a savings incentive match plan (SIMPLE IRA) described in Code section 408(p). These forms are not to be filed with IRS, but to be retained in the employers' records as proof of establishing such a plan, thereby justifying a deduction for contributions made to the SIMPLE IRA. The data is used to verify the deduction. Notice 98-4 provides guidance for employers and trustees regarding how they can comply with the requirements of Code section 408(p) in establishing and maintaining a SIMPLE Plan.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	1530-0023
Previous ICR	202312-1530-001

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This collection of information is necessary to enable the Agency to garner customer and stakeholder feedback in an efficient, timely manner, in accordance with our commitment to improving service delivery. The information collected from our customers and stakeholders will help ensure that users have an effective, efficient, and satisfying experience with the Agency's programs.

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Received	2025-09-26
OMB Control #	0704-0207
Previous ICR	202205-0704-007

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The information collection requirement is necessary as a basis for certifying individuals or businesses to have access to DoD export-controlled militarily critical technical data subject to the provisions of 32 CFR 250. Individuals and enterprises who have access to unclassified DoD-controlled militarily critical technical data must certify on DD Form 2345. That data will be used only in ways that will inhibit unauthorized access and maintain the protection afforded by U.S. export control law.

Key Information

Received	2025-09-25
Concluded	2025-09-29
Expires	2028-04-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	0970-0642
Previous ICR	202412-0970-007

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The goal of this information collection is to provide information on baseline diaper need for participants served by the Diaper Distribution Demonstration and Research Pilot (DDDRP), as well as on changes in diaper need and family financial security and self-sufficiency after receipt of DDDRP services. The DDDRP is the first-ever federal diaper pilot, and research on diaper need and how diaper programs address that need is nascent. This data collection supplies critical information on diaper need and participant outcomes to provide timely information to program administrators at the federal level in addition to program administrators of DDDRP grant recipients. In April 2025, Office of Community Services (OCS) received approval to use the new Beneficiary Report to collect information about the characteristics and outcomes of beneficiaries of the DDDRP. Based on feedback from grant recipients, we have identified areas where the instructions could be clarified to improve data quality and a limited choice item could be expanded to better align with reporting needs. These improvements will help ensure consistent reporting across all grantees.

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Received	2025-09-25
Concluded	2025-10-08
Expires	2028-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2126-0067
Previous ICR	202503-2126-001

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FMCSA is seeking approval of a revision of the “National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB)" ICR, also know as the "FMCSA Complaint Center" ICR. FMCSA is modernizing its NCCDB complaint system and expanding the program. The six current collection instruments are being combined in one, central collection that can accommodate a total of 12 complaint categories. FMCSA maintains online information and resources to assist consumers, drivers, and others associated with the motor carrier industry to file complaints regarding household goods carriers, third party intermediaries (brokers and freight forwarders) and their financial responsibility providers, hazardous material (HM) carriers, property carriers, cargo tank facilities, and passenger carriers. The respondents of the collection therefore are the public, consumers, drivers, and the motor carrier industry. The NCCDB allows the public and FMCSA staff to submit complaints using an online form which lists individual violations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety, Hazardous Material, and Commercial Regulations. The collection is voluntary and is one of reporting and disclosure. The purpose of the collection is to collect data by this system for FMCSA enforcement staff and state agencies to, among other things: help improve motor carrier safety enforcement; improve consumer protection by ensuring that moving companies use fair business practices; and identify and address passenger carrier discrimination and service issues. There is no determined collection frequency, the information is collected as needed. Complainants may visit the NCCDB online at http://nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov, where they will be guided through the process of filing a complaint. The information reported and disclosed is information concerning the incident(s) that lead to different types of complaints concerning truck safety, moving companies, brokers, violations of the American Disabilities Act, bus safety, bus service, cargo tank facilities, and/or hazardous materials regulations. The online interface then leads them through the process by soliciting information about the incident giving rise to the complaint, contact information for the complainant (for follow up purposes), and company information. They also have the ability to upload supporting files/documents if any exist. DOT receives the information. At the end of the process, each complaint is submitted to the NCCDB, where it is directed to the proper FMCSA or DOT office for investigation.

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Received	2025-09-25
OMB Control #	0535-0274
Previous ICR	202408-0535-003

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The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is requesting a substantive change to the NASS Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data. This information collection supports NASS’s data security requirements for individuals approved to access confidential data through the SAP. The proposed change will allow NASS to collect administrative personally identifiable information (PII) from all researchers—regardless of citizenship—who are approved to access the NASS Data Lab.

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Received	2025-09-25
Concluded	2025-09-26
Expires	2026-02-28
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	3245-0062
Previous ICR	202508-3245-007

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SBA Forms 2181, 2182 and 2183 provide SBA with the necessary information to make decisions regarding the approval or denial of an applicant for a small business investment company (SBIC) license. SBA uses this information to assess an applicant's ability to successfully operate an SBIC within the scope of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, as amended.Emergency Justfication:See document titled, “Request for Emergency Processing of an Information Collection, OMB Control No. 3245-0062” under Supplementary Documents.

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Received	2025-09-25
OMB Control #	0920-0457
Previous ICR	202207-0920-009

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This collection is an extension of a currently approved under OMB Control No. 0920-0457. The purpose of this data collection is to continue to address the change in the national strategies for TB control and prevention, emphasizing the treatment of individuals with latent TB infection (LTBI). The data collection allows programs to continue to assess high-risk populations served and evaluate the adaptation and effectiveness of new diagnostic tests and drug regimens used in treating LTBI.CDC is requesting approval for 264 burden hours.

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Received	2025-09-25
Concluded	2025-09-26
Expires	2026-02-28
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2126-0087

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FMCSA’s primary mission is to ensure the safety of the Nation’s roadways. Having recently become aware of the confusion in some States about the standards for issuing non-domiciled CDLs, as well as the recent incidences of crashes involving non-domiciled drivers, FMCSA must act expeditiously to ensure that States do not continue to license such drivers and begin taking steps to properly vet the existing holders of non-domiciled CDLs. These actions are expected to significantly improve the safety of commercial drivers in the United States. FMCSA cannot reasonably comply with normal clearance procedures for this collection because revisions to the regulations are being issued as an interim final rule that will take effect upon publication. The interim final rule contains revisions to certain collection requirements, so FMCSA must obtain clearance for those requirements immediately. Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act’s emergency processing requirements as described in 5 CFR 1320.13, FMCSA has determined that the collection is 1) needed prior to the expiration of the time periods under start PRA processing and 2) the collection is essential to the mission of the agency. Further, FMCSA has determined that the agency cannot comply with the normal clearance procedures because public harm is reasonably likely to result if the normal clearance procedures are followed (see 5 cfr 1320.13(a)(2)(i)). Additionally, FMCSA is unable to consult with interested agencies and members of the public in order to minimize the burden of the collection of information at this time due to the expeditious nature of the interim final rule to address the risk of public harm. As the recent, high-profile crashes caused by non-domiciled CDL drivers have shown, public harm is likely to result if normal clearance procedures are followed. These crashes resulted in the deaths of 12 people, with many more being injured. FMCSA was not previously aware of the extent of the dangers posed by non-domiciled drivers, nor was FMCSA aware until the recent annual audits of SDLAs that many were either not following the regulatory processes or that the existing regulations were insufficient to keep dangerous drivers off the Nation’s roadways. Use of normal clearance procedures is reasonably likely to prevent or disrupt the collection of information because SDLAs will now be required to retain all documents involved in the licensing process for non-domiciled CLP and CDL holders for a period of no less than 2 years from the date of issuance (which includes amending, correcting, reprinting, or otherwise duplicating a previously issued CLP or CDL), transferring, renewing, or upgrading a non-domiciled CLP or CDL. FMCSA cannot require this unless an approved collection is in place. It is imperative that FMCSA begin collecting this information as soon as the interim final rule is effective. FMCSA will continue to require SDLAs to collect the information on an ongoing basis until the end of the emergency approval period. In addition to the emergency clearance, FMCSA will also complete the normal OMB review process by including the 60-Day Federal Register Notice in the relevant Interim Final Rule, followed by publication of a 30-Day Federal Register Notice either as part of a Final Rule or in a separate Federal Register Notice.Emergency Justfication:FMCSA’s primary mission is to ensure the safety of the Nation’s roadways. Having recently become aware of the confusion in some States about the standards for issuing non-domiciled CDLs, as well as the recent incidences of crashes involving non-domiciled drivers, FMCSA must act expeditiously to ensure that States do not continue to license such drivers and begin taking steps to properly vet the existing holders of non-domiciled CDLs. These actions are expected to significantly improve the safety of commercial drivers in the United States. FMCSA cannot reasonably comply with normal clearance procedures for this collection because revisions to the regulations are being issued as an interim final rule that will take effect upon publication. The interim final rule contains revisions to certain collection requirements, so FMCSA must obtain clearance for those requirements immediately. Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act’s emergency processing requirements as described in 5 CFR 1320.13, FMCSA has determined that the collection is 1) needed prior to the expiration of the time periods under start PRA processing and 2) the collection is essential to the mission of the agency. Further, FMCSA has determined that the agency cannot comply with the normal clearance procedures because public harm is reasonably likely to result if the normal clearance procedures are followed (see 5 cfr 1320.13(a)(2)(i)). Additionally, FMCSA is unable to consult with interested agencies and members of the public in order to minimize the burden of the collection of information at this time due to the expeditious nature of the interim final rule to address the risk of public harm. As the recent, high-profile crashes caused by non-domiciled CDL drivers have shown, public harm is likely to result if normal clearance procedures are followed. These crashes resulted in the deaths of 12 people, with many more being injured. FMCSA was not previously aware of the extent of the dangers posed by non-domiciled drivers, nor was FMCSA aware until the recent annual audits of SDLAs that many were either not following the regulatory processes or that the existing regulations were insufficient to keep dangerous drivers off the Nation’s roadways. Use of normal clearance procedures is reasonably likely to prevent or disrupt the collection of information because SDLAs will now be required to retain all documents involved in the licensing process for non-domiciled CLP and CDL holders for a period of no less than 2 years from the date of issuance (which includes amending, correcting, reprinting, or otherwise duplicating a previously issued CLP or CDL), transferring, renewing, or upgrading a non-domiciled CLP or CDL. FMCSA cannot require this unless an approved collection is in place. It is imperative that FMCSA begin collecting this information as soon as the interim final rule is effective. FMCSA will continue to require SDLAs to collect the information on an ongoing basis until the end of the emergency approval period. In addition to the emergency clearance, FMCSA will also complete the normal OMB review process by including the 60-Day Federal Register Notice in the relevant Interim Final Rule, followed by publication of a 30-Day Federal Register Notice either as part of a Final Rule or in a separate Federal Register Notice.