Peace Corps Requests Approval for Basic Info Gathering

2026-01444 — Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

The Peace Corps is updating how it shares certain personal info to better fight financial fraud and stop wrong payments. This change helps the Peace Corps work closely with the U.S. Treasury Department and kicks in after February 25, 2026. If you’re involved with Peace Corps records, these updates make sure your info is safer and used smarter without costing extra money.

2026-00599 — Information Collection Request; Submission for OMB Review

The Peace Corps is asking for public feedback before renewing a survey that helps them understand how Americans feel about their mission and how to attract new Volunteers. This survey, done twice by about 6,200 people, takes less than 12 minutes each time and costs nothing to participate. Comments are open until March 16, 2026, so now’s the time to share your thoughts and help shape the Peace Corps’ future outreach!

2025-15098 — Information Collection Request; Submission for OMB Review

The Peace Corps is asking for approval to collect some information and wants your thoughts before they send it to the Office of Management and Budget. This is a normal step to make sure the questions they ask aren’t too much work. If you have ideas or concerns, you’ve got 30 days to speak up!

2025-08361 — Information Collection Request; Submission for OMB Review

The Peace Corps is asking for approval to collect some information and wants your thoughts before they send it to the government for a final yes. This is a normal step to make sure the questions they ask are clear and not too much work. If you’re involved with the Peace Corps, this could affect you soon, but no big costs or changes are expected right now.

2026-06512 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards

Marfork Coal Company wants to change some safety rules at their Glen Alum Tunnel Mine. They’re asking to use a different way to keep miners safe that works just as well or better. If approved, this could affect how safety checks are done and might save the company some time or money. Everyone has until May 4, 2026, to share their thoughts on this idea.

2026-06460 — South Atlantic Fishery Management Council-Public Meeting

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is holding a meeting April 21-23, 2026, to talk about important changes to fishing rules for snapper, grouper, and other fish. Fishermen, businesses, and ocean lovers in the South Atlantic region will hear updates, suggest new rules, and review how fish stocks like black grouper and black sea bass are doing. This meeting could lead to new fishing seasons, permit changes, and better fish management that might affect fishing costs and opportunities.

Previous: 2025-18425 — Inspection, Repair and Maintenance; Inspector Qualifications; Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Application for Renewal of Exemption

FMCSA is renewing a special rule that lets people trained under IANA’s program be official inspectors for intermodal equipment and brakes. This means qualified folks can keep intermodal gear safe without extra hoops. If you work with intermodal equipment, this keeps inspections smooth and on track with no new costs or delays.

Next: 2025-18427 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension of Collection; Comment Request; Safety Standard for Walk-Behind Power Lawn Mowers

The Consumer Product Safety Commission wants to keep collecting info about safety rules for walk-behind lawn mowers and is asking for your thoughts before extending this approval. This affects manufacturers and anyone who handles these mowers, helping keep them safe without adding extra costs. The current approval runs out November 30, 2025, so now’s the time to speak up!