DOL Seeks Comments on Qualitative Feedback Collection Clearance

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on an information collection request (ICR) from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA). This ICR aims to gather qualitative feedback from customers and stakeholders to improve service delivery, not for statistical analysis.

VA Cooperative Studies Scientific Evaluation Committee Renewal Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a notice of intent to renew the Cooperative Studies Scientific Evaluation Committee (CSSEC) for a two-year period. The committee reviews proposed and ongoing cooperative studies and multi-site clinical research activities for scientific merit and feasibility.

VA Health Systems Research Scientific Merit Review Board Renewal Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a notice of intent to renew the Health Systems Research Scientific Merit Review Board for a two-year period. The Board is deemed necessary and in the public interest to ensure the fair selection of meritorious research projects and to advise on research program priorities.

VA Notice to Renew Joint Brain, Mental Health Board

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a notice of intent to renew the Joint Brain, Behavioral, and Mental Health and Medical Health Scientific Merit Review Board for a two-year period. This renewal is deemed necessary and in the public interest, with an estimated annual operating budget of $1,600,000.

VA Notice: Renewal of Scientific Merit Review Board Charter

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is providing notice of its intent to renew the charter for the Rehabilitation Research, Development and Translation Scientific Merit Review Board for a two-year period. The Board is deemed necessary and in the public interest for the fair selection of meritorious research projects.

VA Acquisition Regulation Contract Clause - Information Security

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking public comment on a revision to its information collection regarding the VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) contract clause for Information and Information Systems Security. This revision, driven by the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014, requires contractors with access to VA data to report security incidents and manage system access.

Forest Service Advisory Council Meeting Notice

The U.S. Forest Service has issued a notice for a public meeting of the National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council. The virtual meeting will take place on April 10, 2026, and will cover updates on the Urban and Community Forestry Program, a ten-year action plan, and grant programs, with opportunities for public input.

Forest Service Seeks Comments on Grazing Permit Forms

The Forest Service is seeking public comments on the renewal of existing grazing permit administration forms and the addition of a new Grazing Agreement form. This action is being taken in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Comments are due by May 18, 2026.

Forest Service Updates Special Uses Regulations for Filming and Photography

The Forest Service has issued a final rule updating its special uses regulations for filming and still photography to align with the EXPLORE Act. The rule establishes new tiers for permit requirements based on the number of individuals involved and updates terminology and definitions.

IRS Corrects Estate Basis Reporting Rule

The IRS has issued correcting amendments to a final rule published in September 2024 concerning estate basis reporting under sections 1014(f) and 6035 of the Internal Revenue Code. These corrections address inadvertent overwrites in the previous language and are effective March 19, 2026.