DoD Requests OMB Nod for Information Collection Forms
Published Date: 9/3/2025
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Summary
The Department of Defense wants permission to collect some info from people, making sure it follows the rules that keep paperwork from piling up. This affects folks who deal with the DoD and could mean some new forms or questions soon. They’re asking for approval now, so watch for updates on when and how this will happen!
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