Labor & Employment

Defense Department Arms Sales Notification

The Department of Defense has published an unclassified notification regarding arms sales. This notice, published in the Federal Register, details specific technology or capability enhancements.

Public Consultation on Maritime Crane Safety

Safe Work Australia has launched a public consultation seeking feedback on improving crane safety in the maritime sector. The consultation paper outlines potential reform options, and submissions are open until April 27, 2026.

OPM Proposed Rule on Reduction-in-Force Regulations

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has proposed a rule to revise its reduction-in-force (RIF) regulations. The changes aim to prioritize performance over tenure and modify employee exclusions and reemployment priority lists. Comments are due by May 4, 2026.

OPM Seeks Comments on Reconsideration Rights Collection

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is seeking public comments on an expiring information collection request concerning reconsideration rights for Civil Service or Federal Employees retirement, health benefits, and life insurance coverage. The comment period is open until April 28, 2026.

OPM School Attendance Certification Collection Notice Comment Period

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is seeking public comments on the renewal and potential consolidation of two information collections related to school attendance certifications for survivor benefits. The comment period closes on May 8, 2026.

OPM Annuity Supplement Earnings Report - Comment Period

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is requesting comments on an expiring information collection request (ICR) for the Annuity Supplement Earnings Report (RI 92-22). The comment period closes on May 8, 2026. This ICR is used to determine the eligibility of certain FERS annuitants for an annuity supplement.

OPM Notice: Medical Exam for Survivor Benefits Collection

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is requesting public comments on an expiring information collection request (ICR) for the Report of Medical Examination of Person Electing Survivor Benefits (OPM Form 1530). The comment period closes on May 8, 2026.

DOL Notice on Worker Compensation Information Collection

The Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a notice of availability and requested comments on an information collection request (ICR) for the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP). The ICR pertains to the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act and is subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act.

DOL ERISA Annual Report Requirement - Request for Comments

The Department of Labor (DOL) has submitted an information collection request (ICR) for the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) Summary Annual Report (SAR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. The DOL is inviting public comments on this request.

DOL Seeks Comments on School Official Certification for Black Lung Beneficiaries

The Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting comments on an information collection request (ICR) for the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) Form CM-981. This form is used by school officials to verify student status for Black Lung beneficiaries. The DOL is seeking OMB approval for this collection.