NASA Renews Questionnaire for Mars Mission Practice Crew Picks

2026-09609 — Information Collection; Acquisition 360 Voluntary Survey

The government teams from OFPP, DoD, GSA, and NASA want to keep using the Acquisition 360 Voluntary Survey for three more years to help improve how they buy stuff. They’re asking people to share their thoughts by July 13, 2026, to make sure the survey is useful and not too much work. This won’t cost anyone money but helps make buying smarter and smoother.

2026-09495 — Name of Information Collection: Community Surveys on Noise From a Supersonic Plane

NASA is asking people across the U.S. to take surveys about noise from a new quieter supersonic plane called the X-59. These surveys will help decide if rules about supersonic flights over land can change, making faster flights possible without annoying loud booms. If you live near test areas, your feedback could shape the future of supersonic travel, with comments due by July 13, 2026.

2026-08940 — Information Collection; Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors

Federal contractors will soon need to share new info to help stop discrimination based on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Agencies like the Department of Defense and NASA want your thoughts on how this info is collected and how to make it easier. Comments are open until July 6, 2026, so get ready to weigh in—this could change how contractors report and might affect paperwork time and costs.

2026-08210 — Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Berkeley Space Center at NASA Research Park

NASA and UC Berkeley are teaming up to build the Berkeley Space Center at NASA’s Ames Research Park in California. This project could change the local environment, so they’ve shared a big report and want your thoughts by June 10, 2026. If you care about space, science, or your neighborhood, now’s the time to speak up and help shape the future!

2026-08262 — Name of Information Collection: Safety and Health Measures and Mishap Reporting (NFS1852.223-70)

NASA is updating how contractors report safety and health info, including mishaps and injuries, to keep everyone safer and reduce paperwork. This affects about 133 contractor folks who’ll spend around 3 hours per report, with comments open until June 29, 2026. The goal? Faster, clearer safety updates without extra hassle or cost.

2026-07961 — Name of Information Collection: Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS)

NASA is renewing its Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS), which helps companies and individuals apply to license NASA’s patented tech. If you want to turn NASA inventions into real products, you’ll need to submit a solid business plan and some paperwork by June 22, 2026. This update keeps the process smooth and easy, saving time and effort for everyone involved.

Previous: 2026-07832 — Submission of Information Collections for OMB Review; Comment Request; Multiemployer Plan Regulations

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) is asking to keep their paperwork rules for multiemployer pension plans for a bit longer. If you’re involved with these plans, this means no big changes right now, but you have until May 22, 2026, to share your thoughts. This helps keep things running smoothly without extra costs or surprises.

Next: 2026-07835 — Northbrook Virginia Hydro, LLC; City of Danville, Virginia; Notice of Intent to File License Application, Filing of Pre-Application Document, and Approving Use of the Traditional Licensing Process

Northbrook Virginia Hydro and the City of Danville are teaming up to apply for a new license to run the Pinnacles Hydroelectric Project on the Dan River. They’ve kicked off the official process, including checks with wildlife and historic groups, aiming to keep things smooth and on schedule. This means local communities and the environment are in focus as the project moves forward, with important steps happening through 2026.