Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request, 8069-8070 [05-3039]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 32 / Thursday, February 17, 2005 / Notices 5. Enforcement of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs or Activities of USDA (7 CFR parts 15e and 15b). The USDA regulations implementing section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act as it applies to programs and activities conducted by USDA are found at 7 CFR part 15e. The USDA regulations implementing section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act as it applies to USDA-assisted programs are found at 7 CFR part 15b. These provisions address program accessibility; requirements for accessible programs in new, altered, or existing facilities; accessibility transition planning; accessible communication requirements; and compliance procedures. 6. Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.). This act prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by State or local governments, public accommodations, and public transportation. The ADA does not apply to Federal agencies, with the exception of Title V, section 507c. This provision clarifies that the Wilderness Act of 1964 is preeminent in federally designated wilderness areas, contains a definition of a wheelchair, and states that a device that meets that definition can be used wherever foot travel is permitted in federally designated wilderness areas (FSM 2353.05, para. 10). 7. Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines (FSTAG). The FSTAG contains the accessibility guidelines for outdoor developed areas, including trails, issued by the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board), as supplemented by the Forest Service to ensure the agency’s continued application of universal design, as well as agency terminology and processes. The FSTAG is available electronically on the World Wide Web at https://www.fs.fed.us/ recreation/programs/accessibility. Copies also may be obtained by writing to the Accessibility Program Manager, Recreation and Heritage Resources Staff, Washington Office. * * * * * [FSM 2353.02 and FSM 2553.03, paragraphs 1–6, are unchanged.] 2553.03—Policy 7. Ensure that all new or reconstructed trails comply with Federal and Forest Service accessibility guidelines and standards for trails managed for pedestrian use (FSM 2353.01c, para. 1–7). The FSTAG applies to trails managed for pedestrian use when the FSTAG establishes a higher standard for those trails than VerDate jul<14>2003 14:41 Feb 16, 2005 Jkt 205001 Federal accessibility standards (FSM 2353.01c, para. 2 and 3). * * * * * [FSM 2353.04–2353.04g and FSM 2353.05, paragraphs 1–9, are unchanged.] 2353.05—Definitions 10. Wheelchair or Mobility Device. A device, including one that is batterypowered, that is designed solely for use by a mobility-impaired person for locomotion, and that is suitable for use in an indoor pedestrian area. A person whose disability requires use of a wheelchair or mobility device may use a wheelchair or mobility device that meets this definition anywhere foot travel is permitted (Title V, sec. 507c, of the ADA). * * * * * [FSM 2353.1–2353.26 are unchanged.] 2353.27—Accessibility Ensure that all new or reconstructed trails comply with Federal and Forest Service accessibility guidelines and standards for trails managed for pedestrian use (FSM 2353.01c, para. 1– 7). The FSTAG applies to trails managed for pedestrian use when the FSTAG establishes a higher standard for those trails than Federal accessibility standards (FSM 2353.01c, para. 2 and 3). The FSTAG is available electronically on the World Wide Web at https://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/ programs/accessibility. Copies also may be obtained by writing to the Accessibility Program Manager, Recreation and Heritage Resources Staff, Washington Office. * * * * * [FSM 2353.3–2354 and FSM 2355.01– 2355.04d are unchanged.] 2355—Management of Off-Highway Vehicle Use [Alphabetize existing definitions, insert the following new definitions for all-terrain vehicle, off-highway vehicle, and wheelchair or mobility device, and renumber the paragraphs accordingly.] 2355.05—Definitions * * * * * 2. All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV). A type of off-highway vehicle that travels on three or more low-pressure tires; has handle-bar steering; and has a seat designed to be straddled by the operator. * * * * * 8. Motor Vehicle. Any vehicle which is self-propelled, other than: (1) a vehicle operated on rails; and (2) any wheelchair or mobility device, including one that is battery-powered, PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 8069 that is designed solely for use by a mobility-impaired person for locomotion, and that is suitable for use in an indoor pedestrian area. 9. Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV). Any motor vehicle designed for or capable of cross-country travel on or immediately over land, water, sand, snow, ice, marsh, swampland, or other natural terrain. * * * * * 13. Wheelchair or Mobility Device. See the definition at FSM 2353.05, paragraph 10. * * * * * [The remainder of the chapter (FSM 2355.11–2356.6) is unchanged.] [FR Doc. 05–3068 Filed 2–16–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–11–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request The Department of Commerce has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Title: Human Dimensions of Marine Resource Management. Form Number(s): None. OMB Approval Number: 0648–0488. Type of Request: Regular submission. Burden Hours: 3,000. Number of Respondents: 4,800. Average Hours per Response: 38 minutes. Needs and Uses: In order to address National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA) requirements, NOAA Fisheries social scientists must collect a broad range of social, cultural and economic information currently unavailable. NOAA Fisheries social scientists both conduct social science research and apply research findings to fishery management needs. This research is designed to improve social science data related to the human dimensions of fisheries management by: (1) Investigating social, cultural and economic issues/processes related to marine fishery stakeholders including but not limited to commercial and recreational fishermen, subsistence fishermen, fishing vessel owners, fishermen’s families, fish processors and processing workers, related fishery support businesses, and fishing E:\FR\FM\17FEN1.SGM 17FEN1 8070 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 32 / Thursday, February 17, 2005 / Notices communities as defined in MSA section 3(16); (2) improving the current knowledge of baseline information related to marine fishery stakeholders, as described in (1) above; and (3) monitoring and measuring trends among marine fishery stakeholders, as described in (1) above, affected by fishery management decisions. Affected Public: Business or other forprofit organizations; Individuals or households; Not-for-profit institutions; Federal government; State, local or tribal government. Frequency: On occasion. Respondent’s Obligation: Voluntary. OMB Desk Officer: David Rostker, (202) 395–3897. Copies of the above information collection proposal can be obtained by calling or writing Diana Hynek, Departmental Paperwork Clearance Officer, (202) 482–0266, Department of Commerce, Room 6625, 14th and Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20230 (or via the Internet at dHynek@doc.gov). Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to David Rostker, OMB Desk Officer, Fax number (202) 395–7285, or David_Rostker@omb.eop.gov. Dated: February 10, 2005. Gwellnar Banks, Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. 05–3039 Filed 2–16–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–22–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Economic Development Administration Award for Excellence in Economic Development ACTION: Proposed collection, comment request. The Department of Commerce, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13 (44 U.S.C. 3506(C)(2)(A)). DATES: Written comments must be submitted on or before April 18, 2005. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Diana Hynek , Departmental Paperwork Clearance Officer, Department of Commerce, Room 6625, SUMMARY: VerDate jul<14>2003 14:41 Feb 16, 2005 Jkt 205001 14th and Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20230 or via Internet at dhynek@doc.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMAITON CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the information collection instrument and instructions should be directed to Barbara Earman, Intergovernmental Affairs Division, Room 7816, Washington, DC 20230, telephone: (202) 482–2900. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Abstract EDA provides a broad range of economic development assistance to help distressed communities design and implement effective economic development strategies. Part of this assistance includes disseminating information about best practices and encouraging collegial learning among economic development practitioners. EDA has created the Award for Excellence in Economic Development to recognize outstanding economic development activities of national importance. In order to make Awards for Excellence in Economic Development, EDA must collect two kinds of information: (a) information identifying the nominee and contacts within the organization being nominated and (b) information explaining why the nominee should be given the award. The information will be used to determine those applicants best meeting the preannounced selection criteria. Use of a nomination form standardizes and limits the information collected as part of the nomination process. This makes the competition fair and eases any burden on applicants and reviewers alike. Participation in the competition is voluntary. The award is strictly honorary. III. Data OMB Number(s): Form Number: Not applicable. Burden: 150 hours. Type of Review: New. Affected Public: State, local, or Tribal Government and not-for-profit organizations. Estimated Number of Respondents: 50. Estimated Time per Response: 3 hours. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 150. Estimated Total Annual Cost: $11,180. IV. Request for Comments Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden (including hours and cost) of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the equality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques of other forms of information technology. Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval of this information collection, they also will become a matter of public record. Dated: February 10, 2005. Madeleine Clayton, Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. 05–3034 Filed 2–16–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–34–P II. Method of Collection As part of the development of the Award for Excellence in Economic Development, EDA has designed a short nomination form. Nominees will submit the form to EDA, where they will be screened for completeness and forwarded to the Selection Panel for review. The information will be used by the Selection Panel to determine those applicants best meeting the reannounced selection criteria. The Selection Panel will include: three representatives of the economic development practitioner community; one member from academe; three representatives of the Economic Development Administration; and up to two at large members. PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Economic Development Administration Data Collection for Compliance With Government Performance and Results Act of 1993 ACTION: Proposed collection; comment request. SUMMARY: The Department of Commerce as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction E:\FR\FM\17FEN1.SGM 17FEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 32 (Thursday, February 17, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Pages 8069-8070]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-3039]


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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE


Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

    The Department of Commerce has submitted to the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance the following proposal for 
collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork 
Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35).
    Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
    Title: Human Dimensions of Marine Resource Management.
    Form Number(s): None.
    OMB Approval Number: 0648-0488.
    Type of Request: Regular submission.
    Burden Hours: 3,000.
    Number of Respondents: 4,800.
    Average Hours per Response: 38 minutes.
    Needs and Uses: In order to address National Environmental Policy 
Act (NEPA) and Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act 
(MSA) requirements, NOAA Fisheries social scientists must collect a 
broad range of social, cultural and economic information currently 
unavailable. NOAA Fisheries social scientists both conduct social 
science research and apply research findings to fishery management 
needs. This research is designed to improve social science data related 
to the human dimensions of fisheries management by: (1) Investigating 
social, cultural and economic issues/processes related to marine 
fishery stakeholders including but not limited to commercial and 
recreational fishermen, subsistence fishermen, fishing vessel owners, 
fishermen's families, fish processors and processing workers, related 
fishery support businesses, and fishing

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communities as defined in MSA section 3(16); (2) improving the current 
knowledge of baseline information related to marine fishery 
stakeholders, as described in (1) above; and (3) monitoring and 
measuring trends among marine fishery stakeholders, as described in (1) 
above, affected by fishery management decisions.
    Affected Public: Business or other for-profit organizations; 
Individuals or households; Not-for-profit institutions; Federal 
government; State, local or tribal government.
    Frequency: On occasion.
    Respondent's Obligation: Voluntary.
    OMB Desk Officer: David Rostker, (202) 395-3897.
    Copies of the above information collection proposal can be obtained 
by calling or writing Diana Hynek, Departmental Paperwork Clearance 
Officer, (202) 482-0266, Department of Commerce, Room 6625, 14th and 
Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20230 (or via the Internet at 
dHynek@doc.gov).
    Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information 
collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice 
to David Rostker, OMB Desk Officer, Fax number (202) 395-7285, or 
David--Rostker@omb.eop.gov.

    Dated: February 10, 2005.
Gwellnar Banks,
Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer.
[FR Doc. 05-3039 Filed 2-16-05; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3510-22-P
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