Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request, 3105-3106 [05-980]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 12 / Wednesday, January 19, 2005 / Notices By direction of the Secretary. Loise Russell, Director, Records Management Service. [FR Doc. 05–978 Filed 1–18–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0075] Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to provide self-certified statements in support of various types of claims processed by VA. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before March 21, 2005. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20S52), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420 or e-mail: irmnkess@vba.va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0075’’ in any correspondence. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 273–7079 or FAX (202) 275–5947. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Public Law 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VBA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s VerDate jul<14>2003 15:11 Jan 18, 2005 Jkt 205001 functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Title: Statement in Support of Claim, VA Form 21–4138. OMB Control Number: 2900–0075. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: Statements submitted by or on behalf of a claimant must contain a certification by the respondent that the information provided to VA is true and correct in support of benefits claims processed by VA. VA Form 21–4138 facilitates claims processing by providing a uniform format for the certification statement. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Annual Burden: 188,000 hours. Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: 15 minutes. Frequency of Response: On occasion. Estimated Number of Respondents: 752,000. Dated: January 5, 2005. By direction of the Secretary. Loise Russell, Director, Records Management Service. [FR Doc. 05–979 Filed 1–18–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0510] Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed PO 00000 Frm 00111 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 3105 extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to determine whether children’s incomes can be excluded from consideration in determining a parent’s eligibility for non-service-connected pension. Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before March 21, 2005. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20S52), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420 or e-mail: irmnkess@vba.va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0510’’ in any correspondence. DATES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 273–7079 or FAX (202) 275–5947. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Public Law 104–13; 44 U.S.C., 3501–3520), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VBA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Title: Application for Exclusion of Children’s Income, VA Form 21–0571. OMB Control Number: 2900–0510. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: The information collected on VA Form 21–0571 is used to determine whether children’s income can be excluded from consideration in determining a parent’s eligibility for non-service connected pension. A veteran’s or surviving spouse’s rate of Improved Pension is determined by family income. Normally, income of children who are members of the E:\FR\FM\19JAN1.SGM 19JAN1 3106 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 12 / Wednesday, January 19, 2005 / Notices Dated: January 6, 2005. By direction of the Secretary. Loise Russell, Director, Records Management Service. [FR Doc. 05–980 Filed 1–18–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P Those wishing to attend the meeting should contact Mr. Pete Dougherty, Designated Federal Officer, at (202) 273–5764. No time will be allocated for receiving oral presentations during the public meeting. However, the Committee will accept written comments from interested parties on issues affecting homeless veterans. Such comments should be referred to the Committee at the following address: Advisory committee on Homeless Veterans, Homeless Veterans Programs Office (075D), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420. and Management, Veterans Health Administration (Alternate) John H. Thompson, Deputy General Counsel D. Mark Catlett, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Management Lucretia M. McClenney, Special Assistant John A. Wooditch, Deputy Inspector General Robert B. Holbrook, Director, Office of Construction Management, National Cemetery Administration Pamela M. Iovino, Acting Assistant Secretary for Congressional and Legislative Affairs Dated: January 11, 2005. By Direction of the Secretary. E. Philip Riggin, Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. 05–981 Filed 1–18–05; 8:45 am] household is included in this determination. However, children’s income may be excluded if it is unavailable or if consideration of that income would cause hardship in considering their income. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Annual Burden: 2,025 hours. Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: 45 minutes. Frequency of Response: One-time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 2,700. Veterans Benefits Administration PRB BILLING CODE 8320–01–M DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans; Notice of Meeting Performance Review Board Members The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under Public Law 92– 463 (Federal Advisory Committee Act) that a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans will be held from Wednesday, February 16, 2005, through Friday, February 18, 2005. The Committee will meet at 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day in the Tropical Room at the Caribe Hilton Hotel, San Geronimo Grounds, Las Rosales Street, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901. The meeting is open to the public. The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary of Veterans Affairs with an ongoing assessment of the effectiveness of the policies, organizational structures, and services of the Department in assisting homeless veterans. The Committee shall assemble and review information relating to the needs of homeless veterans and provide ongoing advice on the most appropriate means of providing assistance to homeless veterans. The Committee will make recommendations to the Secretary regarding such activities. On February 16, 2005, the Committee will receive reports from program experts, assess the availability of health care and benefit services, review the Capital Asset Realignment for Enhanced Services (CARES) project and other initiatives designed to assist veterans who are homeless. On February 17 and 18 the Committee will review legislative recommendations and work on its annual report. VerDate jul<14>2003 15:11 Jan 18, 2005 Jkt 205001 Department of Veterans Affairs. Notice. AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: Under the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4) agencies are required to publish a notice in the Federal Register of the appointment of Performance Review Board (PRB) members. This notice updates the VA Performance Review Board of the Department of Veterans Affairs that was published in the Federal Register on November 2, 2004 (Vol. 69,211). EFFECTIVE DATE: January 19, 2005. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Charlotte Moment, Office of Human Resources Management (052B), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420, (202) 273–8165. VA Performance Review Board (PRB) R. Allen Pittman, Assistant Secretary of Human Resources and Administration (Chairperson) Nora E. Egan, Chief of Staff Thomas G. Bowman, Deputy Chief of Staff (Alternate) Ronald R. Aument, Deputy Under Secretary for Benefits, Veterans Benefits Administration Michael Walcoff, Associate Deputy Under Secretary for Operations, Veterans Benefits Administration (Alternate) Michael J. Kussman, M.D., Acting Deputy Under Secretary for Health, Veterans Health Administration Laura J. Miller, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Operations PO 00000 Frm 00112 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Ronald R. Aument, Deputy Under Secretary for Benefits, (Chairperson) Geraldine V. Breakfield, Associate Deputy Under Secretary for Management Robert J. Epley, Associate Deputy Under Secretary for Policy & Program Management Michael Walcoff, Associate Deputy Under Secretary for Field Operations James Bohmbach, Chief Financial Officer Diana M. Rubens, Director, Western Area Office Thomas Bowman, Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the Secretary Veterans Health Administration PRB Michael J. Kussman, MD, Chair, Acting Deputy Under Secretary for Health Laura J. Miller, Vice-Chair, Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Operations and Management Linda W. Belton, Network Director, VISN 11 Everett A. Chasen, Chief Communications Officer Jeanette A. Chirico-Post, MD, Network Director, VISN 1 Kenneth J. Clark, Network Director, VISN 22 Arthur S. Hamerschlag, VHA Chief of Staff Daniel F. Hoffmann, Network Director, VISN 6 Robert M. Kolodner, MD, Associate Chief Information Officer Robert E. Lynch, MD, Network Director, VISN 16 Jimmy A. Norris, Chief Financial Officer Robert A. Petzel, MD, Network Director, VISN 23 Catherine J. Rick, RN, MSN, Chief Nursing Officer Linda F. Watson, Network Director, VISN 7 Nevin M. Weaver, Director, Management Support Office (Ex Officio) Robert L. Wiebe, MD, Network Director, VISN 21 E:\FR\FM\19JAN1.SGM 19JAN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 12 (Wednesday, January 19, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Pages 3105-3106]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-980]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

[OMB Control No. 2900-0510]


Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; 
Comment Request

AGENCY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans 
Affairs.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of 
Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment 
on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under 
the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are 
required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each 
proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension 
of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public 
comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on 
information needed to determine whether children's incomes can be 
excluded from consideration in determining a parent's eligibility for 
non-service-connected pension.

DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection 
of information should be received on or before March 21, 2005.

ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information to 
Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20S52), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 
20420 or e-mail: irmnkess@vba.va.gov. Please refer to ``OMB Control No. 
2900-0510'' in any correspondence.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 273-7079 
or FAX (202) 275-5947.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 
U.S.C., 3501-3520), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of 
information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being 
made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA.
    With respect to the following collection of information, VBA 
invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information 
is necessary for the proper performance of VBA's functions, including 
whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy 
of VBA's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of 
information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of 
the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of 
the collection of information on respondents, including through the use 
of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of 
information technology.
    Title: Application for Exclusion of Children's Income, VA Form 21-
0571.
    OMB Control Number: 2900-0510.
    Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
    Abstract: The information collected on VA Form 21-0571 is used to 
determine whether children's income can be excluded from consideration 
in determining a parent's eligibility for non-service connected 
pension. A veteran's or surviving spouse's rate of Improved Pension is 
determined by family income. Normally, income of children who are 
members of the

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household is included in this determination. However, children's income 
may be excluded if it is unavailable or if consideration of that income 
would cause hardship in considering their income.
    Affected Public: Individuals or households.
    Estimated Annual Burden: 2,025 hours.
    Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: 45 minutes.
    Frequency of Response: One-time.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 2,700.

    Dated: January 6, 2005.

    By direction of the Secretary.
Loise Russell,
Director, Records Management Service.
[FR Doc. 05-980 Filed 1-18-05; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8320-01-P
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