Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request, 18354-18355 [05-7111]

Download as PDF 18354 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 68 / Monday, April 11, 2005 / Notices DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration [05–TX–S] Designation for the South Texas Area Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, USDA. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) announces designation of Global Grain Inspection Services, Inc. (Global), to provide official services under the United States Grain Standards Act, as amended (Act). DATES: Effective date: May 1, 2005. ADDRESSES: USDA, GIPSA, Janet M. Hart, Chief, Review Branch, Compliance Division, STOP 3604, Room 1647–S, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20250–3604. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Janet M. Hart at 202–720–8525, e-mail Janet.M.Hart@usda.gov. This action has been reviewed and determined not to be a rule or regulation as defined in Executive Order 12866 and Departmental Regulation 1512–1; therefore, the Executive Order and Departmental Regulation do not apply to this action. In the December 8, 2004, Federal Register (69 FR 70994), GIPSA asked persons interested in providing official services in the South Texas area to submit an application for designation. Applications were due by January 7, 2005. There were four applicants for the South Texas area: Plainview Grain Inspection and Weighing Service, Inc. (Plainview), and D. R. Schaal Agency, Inc., (Schaal) both currently designated official agencies; a company proposing to do business as Global Grain Inspection Services, Inc., (Global) (as a subsidiary of BSI Inspectorate America Corporation), and Tyrone Martin, Sr., proposing to do business as Gulf South Regional Grain Service, LLC, (Gulf South). Plainview, Schaal, Global, and Gulf South applied for designation to provide official services in the entire area named in the December 8, 2004, Federal Register. GIPSA asked for comments on Plainview, Schaal, Global, and Gulf South in the February 8, 2005, Federal Register (70 FR 6612). Comments were due by March 10, 2005. GIPSA received no comments by the closing date. GIPSA evaluated all available information regarding the designation SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: VerDate jul<14>2003 17:45 Apr 08, 2005 Jkt 205001 criteria in Section 7(f)(l)(A) of the Act and, according to Section 7(f)(l)(B), determined that Global is better able to provide official services in the geographic area specified in the December 8, 2004, Federal Register, for which it applied, effective May 1, 2005, and terminating November 30, 2006. Interested persons may obtain official services by calling Global headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas at 817–714–5269. Authority: 7 U.S.C. 71 et seq. David R. Shipman, Acting Administrator, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration. [FR Doc. 05–7239 Filed 4–8–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–EN–P BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS Sunshine Act Meeting DATE AND TIME: April 13, 2005 1 p.m.– 3:30 p.m. Radio Free Asia, 2025 M Street, NW., Washington, DC 20236. PLACE: CLOSED MEETING: The members of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG) will meet in closed session to review and discuss a number of issues relating to U.S. Government-funded nonmilitary international broadcasting. They will address internal procedural, budgetary, and personnel issues, as well as sensitive foreign policy issues relating to potential options in the U.S. international broadcasting field. This meeting is closed because if open it likely would either disclose matters that would be properly classified to be kept secret in the interest of foreign policy under the appropriate executive order (5 U.S.C. 552b.(c)(1)) or would disclose information the premature disclosure of which would be likely to significantly frustrate implementation of a proposed agency action. (5 U.S.C. 552b.(c)(9)(B)) In addition, part of the discussion will relate solely to the internal personnel and organizational issues of the BBG or the International Broadcasting Bureau. (5 U.S.C. 552b.(c)(2) and (6)) CONTACT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Persons interested in obtaining more information should contact either Brenda Hardnett or Carol Booker at (202) 203–4545. Dated: April 5, 2005. Carol Booker, Legal Counsel. [FR Doc. 05–7287 Filed 4–7–05; 10:36 am] BILLING CODE 8230–01–M PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request DOC 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: U.S. Census Bureau. Title: Special Census Program. Form Number(s): SC–1, SC–1SUPP, SC–1 (Phone/WYC), SC–2, SC–116, SC– 351, SC–920, SC–921(HU), SC–921(SP). Agency Approval Number: 0607– 0368. Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved collection. Burden: 46,377 hours. Number of Respondents: 709,655. Avg Hours Per Response: 4 minutes overall average. Needs and Uses: Governmental units requiring current population statistics between decennial censuses request and pay for special censuses. Many states distribute funds based on current population statistics. In addition, special census data are used by the local jurisdictions to plan new schools, transportation systems, housing programs, and water treatment facilities. The Special Census Program operates as a generic OMB clearance, including a library of forms and the operational procedures that will be used for the many special censuses we anticipate conducting this decade. The Census Bureau will establish a reimbursable agreement with a variety of potential special census customers that are unknown at this time. We will submit for OMB’s review and approval, under cover of change worksheet, any specialpurpose questions requested by customers to be added to special census questionnaires. Local jurisdictions use special census data to apply for available funds from both the state and Federal government. Many states distribute these funds based on current population statistics. This fact, along with local population shifts or annexations of territory, prompts local officials to request special censuses. In addition, special census data are used by the local jurisdictions to plan new schools, transportation systems, housing programs, water treatment facilities, etc. Some areas feel that additional data are required for proper planning and others must have the additional data to qualify for some sources of funding. For these reasons, local officials request special purpose questions. The Census Bureau also uses special census data as part of its local E:\FR\FM\11APN1.SGM 11APN1 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 68 / Monday, April 11, 2005 / Notices population estimates calculation and to update the Census Bureau’s Master Address File (MAF) and Topographically Integrated Geographic Encoding and Referencing (TIGER) System. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Frequency: One time. Respondent’s Obligation: Voluntary. Legal Authority: Title 13 U.S.C., Section 196. OMB Desk Officer: Susan Schechter, (202) 395–5103. 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 Susan Schechter, OMB Desk Officer either by fax (202–395–7245) or e-mail (susan_schechter@omb.eop.gov). Dated: April 5, 2005. Madeleine Clayton, Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. 05–7111 Filed 4–8–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–07–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 Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). Title: Performance Reporting System (PRS) for the Technology Opportunities Program (TOP). Form Number(s): None. OMB Approval Number: 0660–0015. Type of Review: Regular submission. Burden Hours: 1,526. Number of Respondents: 27. Average Hours Per Response: Start-Up Documentation, 20 hours; Progress Reports, 4 hours; Annual Report, 30 minutes; and Final Closeout Report, 20 hours. Needs and Uses: The purpose of the Technology Opportunities Program (TOP), is to promote the widespread and VerDate jul<14>2003 17:45 Apr 08, 2005 Jkt 205001 efficient use of advanced telecommunications services in the public and non-profit sectors to serve America’s communities through the award of matching grants. In order to ensure that grant recipients are effectively carrying out the goals of TOP and the agency, and to comply with the Government Performance and Results Act, NTIA will collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data relating to start-up documentation, quarterly and annual progress reports, and close-out documentation on TOP-funded projects. NTIA uses the online data collection instrument to regularly evaluate the impacts of its projects, to monitor grants more efficiently and effectively, and to provide timely technical assistance to grant recipients. The Performance Reporting System is a web-based structured reporting system for both quantitative and qualitative project information. Affected Public: State, local or tribal government; not-for profit institutions. Frequency: Project start, quarterly, annually, and final report. Respondent’s Obligation: Required to obtain or retain benefits. OMB Desk Officer: Kristy LaLonde, (202) 395–7232. 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, Room 10202, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503. Dated: April 5, 2005. Gwellnar Banks, Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. 05–7138 Filed 4–8–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–60–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request DOC 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: U.S. Census Bureau. Title: Census Employment Inquiry. PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 18355 Form Number(s): BC–170A, BC–170B, BC–170D. Agency Approval Number: 0607– 0139. Type of Request: Revision of a currently approved collection. Burden: 8,500 hours. Number of Respondents: 34,000. Avg Hours Per Response: 15 minutes. Needs and Uses: The U.S. Census Bureau requests continued OMB approval for the BC–170, Census Employment Inquiry. We are also requesting minor modifications to the data collected. The BC–170 is used to collect information such as personal data and work experience from job applicants. The BC–170 is completed by job applicants before or at the time they are tested. Selecting officials review the information shown on the form to evaluate an applicant’s eligibility for employment and to determine the best qualified applicants to fill Census jobs. The BC–170 is used throughout the census and intercensal periods for the special census, pretests, and dress rehearsals for short-term time limited appointments. Applicants completing the form for a census related position are applying for temporary jobs in office and field positions (clerks, enumerators, crew leaders, supervisors). In addition, as an option to the OF–612, Optional Application for Federal Employment, the BC–170 may be used when applying for temporary/permanent office and field positions (clerks, field representatives, supervisors) on a recurring survey in one of the Census Bureau’s 12 Regional Offices (ROs) throughout the United States. During the decennial census, the BC– 170 is intended to expedite hiring and selection in situations requiring large numbers of temporary employees for assignments of a limited duration. The use of this form is limited to only situations which require the establishment of a temporary office and/ or involve special, one-time or recurring survey operations at one of the ROs. The form has been demonstrated to meet our recruitment needs for temporary workers and requires significantly less burden than the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Optional Forms that are available for use by the public when applying for Federal positions. In addition, before the 2010 decennial census, we expect to recruit approximately 102,000 applicants for census jobs (i.e., one-time censuses, special censuses and decennial pretests and dress rehearsals), which would equate to a significant reduction in the required paperwork and public burden. The form has been slightly modified for specific usage by each of the three E:\FR\FM\11APN1.SGM 11APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 68 (Monday, April 11, 2005)]
[Notices]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-7111]


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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE


Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

    DOC 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: U.S. Census Bureau.
    Title: Special Census Program.
    Form Number(s): SC-1, SC-1SUPP, SC-1 (Phone/WYC), SC-2, SC-116, SC-
351, SC-920, SC-921(HU), SC-921(SP).
    Agency Approval Number: 0607-0368.
    Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved collection.
    Burden: 46,377 hours.
    Number of Respondents: 709,655.
    Avg Hours Per Response: 4 minutes overall average.
    Needs and Uses: Governmental units requiring current population 
statistics between decennial censuses request and pay for special 
censuses. Many states distribute funds based on current population 
statistics. In addition, special census data are used by the local 
jurisdictions to plan new schools, transportation systems, housing 
programs, and water treatment facilities.
    The Special Census Program operates as a generic OMB clearance, 
including a library of forms and the operational procedures that will 
be used for the many special censuses we anticipate conducting this 
decade. The Census Bureau will establish a reimbursable agreement with 
a variety of potential special census customers that are unknown at 
this time. We will submit for OMB's review and approval, under cover of 
change worksheet, any special-purpose questions requested by customers 
to be added to special census questionnaires.
    Local jurisdictions use special census data to apply for available 
funds from both the state and Federal government. Many states 
distribute these funds based on current population statistics. This 
fact, along with local population shifts or annexations of territory, 
prompts local officials to request special censuses. In addition, 
special census data are used by the local jurisdictions to plan new 
schools, transportation systems, housing programs, water treatment 
facilities, etc. Some areas feel that additional data are required for 
proper planning and others must have the additional data to qualify for 
some sources of funding. For these reasons, local officials request 
special purpose questions. The Census Bureau also uses special census 
data as part of its local

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population estimates calculation and to update the Census Bureau's 
Master Address File (MAF) and Topographically Integrated Geographic 
Encoding and Referencing (TIGER) System.
    Affected Public: Individuals or households.
    Frequency: One time.
    Respondent's Obligation: Voluntary.
    Legal Authority: Title 13 U.S.C., Section 196.
    OMB Desk Officer: Susan Schechter, (202) 395-5103.
    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 Susan Schechter, OMB Desk Officer either by fax (202-395-7245) or e-
mail (susan_schechter@omb.eop.gov).

    Dated: April 5, 2005.
Madeleine Clayton,
Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer.
[FR Doc. 05-7111 Filed 4-8-05; 8:45 am]
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