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Census Bureau Streamlines Special Census Services Regulations

The Census Bureau has issued a final rule to streamline its regulations governing special census services and studies. The rule removes obsolete provisions and fee structures, simplifying the regulations without altering public rights or obligations. This change aims to promote efficiency and reduce public confusion.

Census Bureau LUCA Operation Notice - Public Comment Period

The Census Bureau is seeking public comment on the proposed reinstatement of the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) operation for the 2030 Census. The comment period closes on April 20, 2026.

Department of Commerce: 2026 Census Operational Test Public Comment

The Department of Commerce is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection request for the 2026 Operational Test in Support of the 2030 Census. The comment period closes on March 5, 2026. This test aims to prepare the Census Bureau for the 2030 Census by evaluating new systems and methods.

Federal Integrated Business Framework Draft Activities FY2027

The US Federal Financial Management (FFM) has released draft activities, use cases, and data elements for the Federal Integrated Business Framework for FY2027. This guidance outlines proposed business processes and data standards for federal financial management.

Business Standards Council Public Commenting Policy

The Business Standards Council has posted its Public Commenting Policy for public review and comment. This document outlines the procedures and guidelines for submitting comments on proposed standards and policies.

HCIM v6.0 Release Notes Community Review

The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) is providing a community review period for the Health Center Information Model (HCIM) v6.0. This review includes system and form mapping, as well as domain values, to gather feedback before finalization.

Business Standards Council Service Alignment Assessment Guidance

The Business Standards Council has released guidance on service alignment assessment, including a template for commercial solutions. This guidance aims to standardize assessment processes for government contracting and service providers.

CDC Notice on Cognitive Testing with Comment Period

The CDC has issued a notice regarding cognitive testing, opening a comment period that closes on May 8. This consultation seeks input on proposed changes or new requirements related to cognitive assessment protocols.

CDC Notice on Improving National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey Programs

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a notice regarding improvements to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) programs. This notice outlines updates and enhancements aimed at refining data collection and survey methodologies.

CDC Notice on Questionnaire Design and Evaluation Research

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a notice regarding research on questionnaire design and evaluation. This notice outlines the CDC's interest in advancing best practices for developing and assessing survey instruments used in public health research.