Treasury Eyes Ongoing Biz Contract and COVID Relief Paperwork
Published Date: 2/28/2025
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Summary
The Department of the Treasury is asking for approval to keep collecting info from businesses bidding on government contracts and from transportation services getting COVID-19 relief. They want your comments by March 31, 2025, to help reduce paperwork and keep things running smoothly. This affects businesses and transportation providers, with no changes to current forms or fees.
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