Federal Register #DOD-2026-HA-0961

Defense Health Agency Seeks Public Comment on Health Related Behaviors Survey Information Collection

The Defense Health Agency (DHA), under the Office of the Secretary, is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection for the Health Related Behaviors Survey (HRBS): - The HRBS is a large-scale, population-based health survey targeting active-duty service members - Purpose is to assess health behaviors, well-being, and readiness of the force - Survey results will inform the development or improvement of military health care, programs, and services - No OEMs, vendors, or physical products/services are being solicited in this notice - Estimated respondent burden and survey frequency are provided, but no procurement of goods or services is involved - The request is for public input on the information collection process, not for bids or proposals

Description

The Department of Defense's Defense Health Agency (DHA) announces a proposed public information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and seeks public comment. The collection involves the Health Related Behaviors Survey (HRBS), which is a large population-based health survey of active-duty service members to assess health behaviors and well-being. The survey results help identify areas for care, programs, or services to maintain and enhance health and readiness. Comments are invited on the necessity, utility, burden, and ways to improve the information collection process.

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