Notice 17 Mar 2025 regulatory compliance, healthcare, civil rights, government services, language access, limited english proficiency

🗣️Briefing on Language Access for Individuals with Limited English Proficiency

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding a public briefing to address the challenges posed by language barriers in accessing government services and healthcare for individuals with limited English proficiency. Experts will discuss the current landscape of language access, including best practices and lived experiences of affected individuals. The meeting encourages public participation and comments for report preparation.

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Notice 13 Mar 2025 compliance, federal acquisition regulation, contracting, defense, government services, financial requirements

📄Impact of Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 32 on Contractors

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning certain Federal Acquisition Regulation part 32 requirements. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through July 31, 2025. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.

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