Assistant Secretary for Planning & Evaluation; Medicaid Program; Meeting of the Medicaid Commission-October 26-27, 2005, 58706-58707 [05-20189]

Download as PDF 58706 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 194 / Friday, October 7, 2005 / Notices the subjects discussed. More than a one or two sentence description of the views and arguments presented is generally required. Other rules pertaining to oral and written ex parte presentations in permit-but-disclose proceedings are set forth in 47 CFR 1.1206(b). Federal Communications Commission. William W. Huber, Associate Chief, Auctions Spectrum and Access Division, WTB. [FR Doc. 05–20355 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712–01–P FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE BOARD Sunshine Act Meeting Notice; Announcing a Partially Open Meeting of the Board of Directors The open meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12, 2005. The closed portion of the meeting will follow immediately the open portion of the meeting. PLACE: Board Room, First Floor, Federal Housing Finance Board, 1625 Eye Street NW., Washington DC 20006. STATUS: The first portion of the meeting will be open to the public. The final portion of the meeting will be closed to the public. TIME AND DATE: MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED AT THE OPEN PORTION: Appointment of Financing Corporation Directors. MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED AT THE CLOSED PORTION: Periodic Update of Examination Program Development and Supervisory Findings. CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: Shelia Willis, Paralegal Specialist, Office of General Counsel, at 202–408– 2876 or williss@fhfb.gov. the power to vote shares of a bank or bank holding company and all of the banks and nonbanking companies owned by the bank holding company, including the companies listed below. The applications listed below, as well as other related filings required by the Board, are available for immediate inspection at the Federal Reserve Bank indicated. The application also will be available for inspection at the offices of the Board of Governors. Interested persons may express their views in writing on the standards enumerated in the BHC Act (12 U.S.C. 1842(c)). If the proposal also involves the acquisition of a nonbanking company, the review also includes whether the acquisition of the nonbanking company complies with the standards in section 4 of the BHC Act (12 U.S.C. 1843). Unless otherwise noted, nonbanking activities will be conducted throughout the United States. Additional information on all bank holding companies may be obtained from the National Information Center website at www.ffiec.gov/nic/. Unless otherwise noted, comments regarding each of these applications must be received at the Reserve Bank indicated or the offices of the Board of Governors not later than November 3, 2005. A. Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (Glenda Wilson, Community Affairs Officer) 411 Locust Street, St. Louis, Missouri 63166-2034: 1. Cross County Bancshares, Inc., Wynne, Arkansas; to acquire 13.91 percent of the voting shares of First Southern Bank, Batesville, Arkansas (a de novo bank). 2. First Horizon National Corporation, Memphis, Tennessee; to acquire 100 percent of the voting shares of Town and Country Bank of the Ozarks, Republic, Missouri. By the Federal Housing Finance Board. Dated: October 5, 2005. John P. Kennedy, General Counsel. [FR Doc. 05–20350 Filed 10–5–05; 1:40 pm] Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, October 4, 2005. Margie Shanks, Associate Secretary of the Board. [FR Doc. E5–5532 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6725–01–P BILLING CODE 6210–01–S FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Formations of, Acquisitions by, and Mergers of Bank Holding Companies The companies listed in this notice have applied to the Board for approval, pursuant to the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 (12 U.S.C. 1841 et seq.) (BHC Act), Regulation Y (12 CFR Part 225), and all other applicable statutes and regulations to become a bank holding company and/or to acquire the assets or the ownership of, control of, or VerDate Aug<31>2005 18:27 Oct 06, 2005 Jkt 208001 Assistant Secretary for Planning & Evaluation; Medicaid Program; Meeting of the Medicaid Commission— October 26–27, 2005 Assistant Secretary for Planning & Evaluation (ASPE), HHS. ACTION: Notice of meeting. AGENCY: SUMMARY: This notice announces a public meeting of the Medicaid PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Commission. Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App. 2, section 10(a)(1) and (a)(2)). The Medicaid Commission will advise the Secretary on ways to modernize the Medicaid program so that it can provide highquality health care to its beneficiaries in a financially sustainable way. DATES: The Meeting: October 26–27, 2005. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. each day. Special Accommodations: Persons attending the meeting who are hearing or visually impaired, or have a condition that requires special assistance or accommodations, are asked to notify the Executive Secretary by October 18, 2005 (see FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT). ADDRESSES: The Meeting: The meeting will be held at the following address: Holiday Inn on The Hill, 415 New Jersey Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20001, United States, telephone: 1 (202) 638– 1616, fax: 1 (202) 638–0707. Web site: You may access up-to-date information on this meeting at https:// www.cms.hhs.gov/faca/mc/default.asp. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy Barnes, Executive Secretary, (202) 205–9164. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On May 24, 2005, we published a notice (70 FR 29765) announcing the Medicaid Commission and requesting nominations for individuals to serve on the Medicaid Commission. This notice announces a public meeting of the Medicaid Commission. Topics of the Meeting: The Commission will discuss options for making longer-term recommendations on the future of the Medicaid program that ensure long-term sustainability. Issues to be addressed may include, but are not limited to: Eligibility, benefit design, and delivery; expanding the number of people covered with quality care while recognizing budget constraints; long term care; quality of care, choice, and beneficiary satisfaction; and program administration. The Commission may discuss the need to divide into subgroups for the purpose of focusing on particular issues within this broad subject, including a discussion of which members would serve on which subgroup. Procedure and Agenda: This meeting is open to the public. There will be a public comment period at the meeting. The Commission may limit the number and duration of oral presentations to the time available. We will request that you declare at the meeting whether or not E:\FR\FM\07OCN1.SGM 07OCN1 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 194 / Friday, October 7, 2005 / Notices you have any financial involvement related to any services being discussed. After the presentations and public comment period, the Commission will deliberate openly. Interested persons may observe the deliberations, but the Commission will not hear further comments during this time except at the request of the Chairperson. The Commission will also allow an open public session for any attendee to address issues specific to the topic. Authority: 5 U.S.C. App. 2, section 10(a)(1) and (a)(2). Dated: October 3, 2005. Michael J. O’Grady, Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Department of Health and Human Services. [FR Doc. 05–20189 Filed 10–6–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4150–05–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Correction To A Notice of Meetings With this Notice, AHRQ is publishing a correction to the following ‘‘Study Section’’ meetings published in the Federal Register on September 15, 2005, Volume 70, Number 178, Page 54558, see also https://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/ 257/2422/01jan20051800/ edocket.access.gpo.gov/2005/05– 18388.htm, reflect correct dates: • Name of Subcommittee: Health Research Dissemination and Implementation. • Date: October 20, 2005. • Name of Subcommittee: Health Care Technology and Decision Sciences. • Date: October 27, 2005. • Name of Subcommittee: Health Care Quality and Effectiveness Research. • Date: October 28, 2005. Dated: September 30. 2005. Carolyn M. Clancy, Director. [FR Doc. 05–20250 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4160–90–M DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Safety and Occupational Health Study Section In accordance with section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act VerDate Aug<31>2005 18:27 Oct 06, 2005 Jkt 208001 (Pub. L. 92–463), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces the following committee meeting. Name: Safety and Occupational Health Study Section (SOHSS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health(NIOSH). Times and Dates: 8 a.m.–5 p.m., October 18, 2005. 8 a.m.–5 p.m., October 19, 2005. Place: Embassy Suites Hotel, 1900 Diagonal Road, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314, telephone 703–684–5900, fax 703–684–1403. Status: Open 8 a.m.–8:30 a.m., October 18, 2005. Closed 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., October 18, 2005. Closed 8 a.m.–5 p.m., October 19, 2005. Purpose: The Safety and Occupational Health Study Section will review, discuss, and evaluate grant applications received in response to the Institute’s standard grants review and funding cycles pertaining to research issues in occupational safety and health and allied areas. It is the intent of NIOSH to support broadbased research endeavors in keeping with the Institute’s program goals. This will lead to improved understanding and appreciation for the magnitude of the aggregate health burden associated with occupational injuries and illnesses, as well as to support more focused research projects, which will lead to improvements in the delivery of occupational safety and health services, and the prevention of work-related injury and illness. It is anticipated that research funded will promote these program goals. Matters To Be Discussed: The meeting will convene in open session from 8–8:30 a.m. on October 18, 2005, to address matters related to the conduct of Study Section business. The remainder of the meeting will proceed in closed session. The purpose of the closed sessions is for the study section to consider safety and occupational health-related grant applications. These portions of the meeting will be closed to the public in accordance with provisions set forth in subsections (c)(4) and (c)(6), of the section 552b, Title 5, United States Code, and the Determination of the Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, pursuant to Section 10(d) Public Law 92–463. Agenda items are subject to change as priorities dictate. Contact Person for More Information: Price Connor, PhD, NIOSH Health Scientist, 1600 Clifton Road, NE., Mailstop E–20, Atlanta, Georgia 30333, telephone 404–498–2511, fax 404–498–2569. This notice is being published less than 15 days prior to the meeting due to the unexpected urgency of the topics that will be discussed. The Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, has been delegated the authority to sign Federal Register notices pertaining to announcements of meetings and other committee management activities for both CDC and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 58707 Dated: October 3, 2005. Alvin Hall, Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [FR Doc. 05–20174 Filed 10–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4163–18–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Document Identifier: CMS–1513] Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, HHS. In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services, is publishing the following summary of proposed collections for public comment. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including any of the following subjects: (1) The necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the Agency’s function; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden. 1. Type of Information Collection Request: Extension of a currently approved collection; Title of Information Collection: Disclosure of Ownership and Financial Control Interest Statement; Form No.: CMS– 1513 (OMB #0938–0086); Use: This information must be collected by State agencies and CMS regional offices to determine whether providers/suppliers meet the eligibility requirements for Titles XVIII, XIX, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and for grants under Titles V and XX. Review of ownership and control is particularly necessary to prohibit ownership and control for individuals excluded under Federal fraud statutes; Frequency: Recordkeeping and Reporting—Other (every 1 to 3 years); Affected Public: Business or other forprofit, not-for-profit institutions; Number of Respondents: 125,000; Total AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\07OCN1.SGM 07OCN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 194 (Friday, October 7, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Pages 58706-58707]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-20189]


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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES


Assistant Secretary for Planning & Evaluation; Medicaid Program; 
Meeting of the Medicaid Commission--October 26-27, 2005

AGENCY: Assistant Secretary for Planning & Evaluation (ASPE), HHS.

ACTION: Notice of meeting.

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SUMMARY: This notice announces a public meeting of the Medicaid 
Commission. Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory 
Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App. 2, section 10(a)(1) and (a)(2)). The 
Medicaid Commission will advise the Secretary on ways to modernize the 
Medicaid program so that it can provide high-quality health care to its 
beneficiaries in a financially sustainable way.

DATES: The Meeting: October 26-27, 2005. The meeting will begin at 9 
a.m. each day.
    Special Accommodations: Persons attending the meeting who are 
hearing or visually impaired, or have a condition that requires special 
assistance or accommodations, are asked to notify the Executive 
Secretary by October 18, 2005 (see FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT).

ADDRESSES: 
    The Meeting: The meeting will be held at the following address: 
Holiday Inn on The Hill, 415 New Jersey Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 
20001, United States, telephone: 1 (202) 638-1616, fax: 1 (202) 638-
0707.
    Web site: You may access up-to-date information on this meeting at 
https://www.cms.hhs.gov/faca/mc/default.asp.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy Barnes, Executive Secretary, 
(202) 205-9164.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On May 24, 2005, we published a notice (70 
FR 29765) announcing the Medicaid Commission and requesting nominations 
for individuals to serve on the Medicaid Commission. This notice 
announces a public meeting of the Medicaid Commission.
    Topics of the Meeting: The Commission will discuss options for 
making longer-term recommendations on the future of the Medicaid 
program that ensure long-term sustainability. Issues to be addressed 
may include, but are not limited to: Eligibility, benefit design, and 
delivery; expanding the number of people covered with quality care 
while recognizing budget constraints; long term care; quality of care, 
choice, and beneficiary satisfaction; and program administration. The 
Commission may discuss the need to divide into sub-groups for the 
purpose of focusing on particular issues within this broad subject, 
including a discussion of which members would serve on which sub-group.
    Procedure and Agenda: This meeting is open to the public. There 
will be a public comment period at the meeting. The Commission may 
limit the number and duration of oral presentations to the time 
available. We will request that you declare at the meeting whether or 
not

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you have any financial involvement related to any services being 
discussed.
    After the presentations and public comment period, the Commission 
will deliberate openly. Interested persons may observe the 
deliberations, but the Commission will not hear further comments during 
this time except at the request of the Chairperson. The Commission will 
also allow an open public session for any attendee to address issues 
specific to the topic.

    Authority: 5 U.S.C. App. 2, section 10(a)(1) and (a)(2).

    Dated: October 3, 2005.
Michael J. O'Grady,
Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Department of Health 
and Human Services.
[FR Doc. 05-20189 Filed 10-6-06; 8:45 am]
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