Another Navy Plea: Approve Our Forms, Keep It Simple
Published Date: 8/18/2025
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Summary
The Department of Defense wants permission to collect some info from people, and they’ve asked the Office of Management and Budget to review it. This affects anyone who needs to provide this info, and it’s all about making sure the paperwork isn’t too much hassle. If approved, it could change how and when you share your details, but no big costs are expected.
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