DOL Requests Input on Renewing Wage Report Collections

2026-03739 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Occupational Requirements Survey

The Department of Labor is asking for public feedback on a survey that collects info about job duties and work demands across the country. This survey helps update data used by the Social Security Administration to make fair decisions about disability benefits. If you’re an employer, you might be asked to share info soon, and comments on this process are open until March 27, 2026.

2026-02629 — Proposed Revision of Information Collection; Contingent Work Supplement to the Current Population Survey

The Department of Labor wants to update questions about temporary and gig workers in a big national survey called the Current Population Survey. This change helps better understand folks with jobs like freelancers, on-call workers, and app-based gig workers. If you have thoughts, you can share them by April 13, 2026—no extra cost, just a little time to help improve the survey!

2026-02155 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; National Compensation Survey

The Bureau of Labor Statistics is asking for public feedback on their National Compensation Survey, which collects info about wages, benefits, and compensation trends from businesses and governments. This helps keep track of how much employers pay workers and what benefits they offer. Comments are open until March 5, 2026, and the survey aims to improve data while making it easier and less time-consuming for participants.

2026-00795 — Proposed Extension of Information Collection; Report on Occupational Employment and Wages

The Department of Labor wants to keep collecting info about jobs and wages from businesses across the U.S., including all 50 states and territories. They’re asking for your thoughts on extending this survey, which helps shape job training and employment programs. If you run a business, this means you might keep sharing wage data, but the goal is to keep it simple and not take up too much time. Comments are due by March 17, 2026.

2025-19131 — Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

The Department of Labor wants your thoughts on updating the Consumer Expenditure Surveys, which ask people about their spending habits. They’re working to make these surveys easier and less time-consuming for everyone involved. If you have ideas or concerns, now’s the time to speak up before the changes happen!

2025-19132 — Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

The Department of Labor wants your thoughts on extending a survey that collects job info, called the Occupational Requirements Survey. This helps make sure the survey is easy to understand and doesn’t waste your time or money. If you’re involved in jobs or data collection, now’s the time to share your feedback before the deadline!

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OSHA is asking for public feedback to keep collecting info about workplace noise safety rules. This affects businesses that protect workers from loud noise and helps make sure the paperwork stays up-to-date without extra costs. The extension means no changes in fees or deadlines, just a smooth continuation of current rules.

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The Surface Transportation Board shared the 2024 state tax rates for big railroads to help figure out fair shipping prices. These updated tax numbers affect how the Board checks if railroad rates are reasonable, especially for customers who don’t have many shipping options. Railroads and shippers should watch for comments and rate reviews happening soon, as these tax changes could impact costs and decisions in 2025.