Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration Proposed Collection; Comment Request, 20159-20160 [E6-5864]

Download as PDF cchase on PROD1PC60 with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 75 / Wednesday, April 19, 2006 / Notices petition and any comments that it has received, whether the vehicle is eligible for importation. The agency then publishes this decision in the Federal Register. Automobile Concepts, Inc. (‘‘AMC’’), of North Miami, Florida (Registered Importer 01–278) has petitioned NHTSA to decide whether nonconforming 1999 BMW Z3 European market passenger cars are eligible for importation into the United States. The vehicles which AMC believes are substantially similar are 1999 BMW Z3 passenger cars that were manufactured for importation into, and sale in, the United States and certified by their manufacturer as conforming to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. The petitioner claims that it carefully compared non-U.S.-certified 1999 BMW Z3 European market passenger cars to their U.S.-certified counterparts, and found the vehicles to be substantially similar with respect to compliance with most Federal motor vehicle safety standards. AMC submitted information with its petition intended to demonstrate that non-U.S.-certified 1999 BMW Z3 European market passenger cars, as originally manufactured, conform to many Federal motor vehicle safety standards in the same manner as their U.S.-certified counterparts, or are capable of being readily altered to conform to those standards. Specifically, the petitioner claims that non-U.S.-certified 1999 BMW Z3 European market passenger cars are identical to their U.S.-certified counterparts with respect to compliance with Standard Nos. 102 Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect, 103 Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems, 104 Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems, 106 Brake Hoses, 109 New Pneumatic Tires, 113 Hood Latch System, 116 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluids, 124 Accelerator Control Systems, 135 Passenger Car Brake Systems, 201 Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, 202 Head Restraints, 204 Steering Control Rearward Displacement, 205 Glazing Materials, 206 Door Locks and Door Retention Components, 207 Seating Systems, 212 Windshield Mounting, 214 Side Impact Protection, 216 Roof Crush Resistance, 219 Windshield Zone Intrusion, 225 Child Restraint Anchorage Systems, and 302 Flammability of Interior Materials. The petitioner also contends that the vehicles are capable of being readily altered to meet the following standards, in the manner indicated: Standard No. 101 Controls and Displays: (a) Inscription of the word VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:09 Apr 18, 2006 Jkt 208001 ‘‘brake’’ on the instrument cluster in place of the international ECE warning symbol, and (b) replacement or conversion of the speedometer to read in miles per hour. Standard No. 108 Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment: Inspection of all vehicles and replacement of any non-U.S.-model, headlamps, taillamps, front and rear side-mounted reflex reflectors, and high-mounted stoplamp with U.S.model components on vehicles that are not already so equipped. Standard No. 110 Tire Selection and Rims: Installation of a tire information placard. Standard No. 111 Rearview Mirrors: Installation of a U.S.-model passenger side rearview mirror, or inscription of the required warning statement on the face of that mirror. Standard No. 114 Theft Protection: Installation of U.S.-version software, or installation of a supplemental key warning system. Standard No. 118 Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems: Installation of U.S.-version software to ensure that the systems meet the requirements of this standard. Standard No. 208 Occupant Crash Protection: (a) Installation of U.S.version software to ensure that the seat belt warning system meets the requirements of this standard, and (b) inspection of all vehicles and replacement of any non-U.S.-model components needed to achieve conformity with this standard with U.S.model components. Petitioner states that the vehicle’s restraint system components include U.S.-model airbags and knee bolsters, and combination lap and shoulder belts at the outboard front designated seating positions. Standard No. 209 Seat Belt Assemblies: Inspection of all vehicles and replacement of any non-U.S.-model seat belts with U.S.-model components on vehicles that are not already so equipped. Standard No. 210 Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages: Inspection of all vehicles and replacement of any non-U.S.-model seat belt anchorage components with U.S.-model components on vehicles that are not already so equipped. Standard No. 301 Fuel System Integrity: Inspection of all vehicles and installation of U.S.-model components, on vehicles that are not already so equipped, to ensure compliance with the standard. The petitioner also states that all vehicles will be inspected for conformity with the Bumper Standard found in 49 CFR Part 581 and that any PO 00000 Frm 00093 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 20159 non-U.S.-model components necessary for conformity with this standard will be replaced with U.S.-model components. The petitioner additionally states that a vehicle identification plate must be affixed to the vehicles near the left windshield post to meet the requirements of 49 CFR Part 565. Interested persons are invited to submit comments on the petition described above. Comments should refer to the docket number and be submitted to: Docket Management, Room PL–401, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. [Docket hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.]. It is requested but not required that 10 copies be submitted. All comments received before the close of business on the closing date indicated above will be considered, and will be available for examination in the docket at the above address both before and after that date. To the extent possible, comments filed after the closing date will also be considered. Notice of final action on the petition will be published in the Federal Register pursuant to the authority indicated below. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 30141(a)(1)(A) and (b)(1); 49 CFR 593.8; delegations of authority at 49 CFR 1.50 and 501.8. Claude H. Harris, Director, Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance. [FR Doc. E6–5789 Filed 4–18–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–59–P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration Proposed Collection; Comment Request Notice and request for comments. ACTION: SUMMARY: The Department of the Treasury, 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 and/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)). Currently, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration within the Department of the Treasury is soliciting comments concerning the Taxpayer Delinquency Investigation (TDI) Confirmation Letter. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before June 13, 2006 to be assured of consideration. E:\FR\FM\19APN1.SGM 19APN1 20160 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 75 / Wednesday, April 19, 2006 / Notices Direct all written comments to Joseph Ananka, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of Audit, 1125 15th Street, NW., Suite 700A, Washington, DC 20005, or e-mail Joseph.Ananka@tigta.treas.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the letter should be directed to Joseph Ananka (202–622–5964), Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of Audit, 1125 15th Street, NW., Suite 700A, Washington, DC 20005, or e-mail at Joseph.Ananka@tigta.treas.gov. ADDRESSES: Title: Taxpayer Delinquency Investigation (TDI) Confirmation Letter. OMB Number: 1591–NEW. Abstract: The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), Office of Audit is performing a confirmation program for delinquent return accounts to see if the taxpayer agrees that tax return(s) have not yet been filed. TIGTA will use the information collected to determine the accuracy of Internal Revenue Service records. Type of Review: New collection. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Number of Respondents: 100. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 24. Request for Comments: Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the 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 of the collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and (e) estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operation, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. cchase on PROD1PC60 with NOTICES SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: April 10, 2006. Preston B. Benoit, Director, Office of Management and Policy, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of Audit. [FR Doc. E6–5864 Filed 4–18–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:09 Apr 18, 2006 Jkt 208001 DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration Proposed Collection; Comment Request Notice and request for comments. ACTION: SUMMARY: The Department of the Treasury, 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 and/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)). Currently, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration within the Department of the Treasury is soliciting comments concerning the Taxpayer Delinquent Account (TDA) Confirmation Letter. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before June 13, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Joseph Ananka, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of Audit, 1125 15th Street, NW., Suite 700A, Washington, DC 20005, or e-mail Joseph.Ananka@tigta.treas.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the letter should be directed to Joseph Ananka (202–622–5964), Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of Audit, 1125 15th Street, NW., Suite 700A, Washington, DC 20005, or e-mail at Joseph.Ananka@tigta.treas.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Taxpayer Delinquent Account (TDA) Confirmation Letter. OMB Number: 1591–NEW. Abstract: The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), Office of Audit is performing a confirmation program of balance due accounts owed the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to see if the taxpayer agrees with with balance due owed. TIGTA will use the information collected to determine the accuracy of IRS records. Type of Review: New collection. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Number of Respondents: 100. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 24. Request for Comments: Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. All PO 00000 Frm 00094 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 comments will become a matter of public record. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the 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 of the collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and (e) estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operation, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. Dated: April 10, 2006. Preston B. Benoit, Director, Office of Management and Policy, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of Audit. [FR Doc. E6–5865 Filed 4–18–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Office of the Assistant Secretary for International Affairs; Survey of Foreign Ownership of U.S. Securities Departmental Offices, Department of the Treasury. ACTION: Notice of reporting requirements. AGENCY: SUMMARY: By this Notice, the Department of the Treasury is informing the public that it is conducting a mandatory survey of foreign ownership of U.S. securities as of June 30, 2006. This Notice constitutes legal notification to all United States persons (defined below) who meet the reporting requirements set forth in this Notice that they must respond to, and comply with, this survey. Additional copies of the reporting forms SHLA (2006) and instructions may be printed from the Internet at: https://www.treas.gov/tic/ forms-sh.html. Definition: A U.S. person is any individual, branch, partnership, associated group, association, estate, trust, corporation, or other organization (whether or not organized under the laws of any State), and any government (including a foreign government, the United States Government, a state, provincial, or local government, and any agency, corporation, financial institution, or other entity or instrumentality thereof, including a government-sponsored agency), who E:\FR\FM\19APN1.SGM 19APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 19, 2006)]
[Notices]
[Pages 20159-20160]
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[FR Doc No: E6-5864]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY


Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration Proposed 
Collection; Comment Request

ACTION: Notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: The Department of the Treasury, 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 and/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)). Currently, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax 
Administration within the Department of the Treasury is soliciting 
comments concerning the Taxpayer Delinquency Investigation (TDI) 
Confirmation Letter.

DATES: Written comments should be received on or before June 13, 2006 
to be assured of consideration.

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ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Joseph Ananka, Treasury 
Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of Audit, 1125 15th 
Street, NW., Suite 700A, Washington, DC 20005, or e-mail 
Joseph.Ananka@tigta.treas.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or 
copies of the letter should be directed to Joseph Ananka (202-622-
5964), Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, Office of 
Audit, 1125 15th Street, NW., Suite 700A, Washington, DC 20005, or e-
mail at Joseph.Ananka@tigta.treas.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Taxpayer Delinquency Investigation 
(TDI) Confirmation Letter.
    OMB Number: 1591-NEW.
    Abstract: The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration 
(TIGTA), Office of Audit is performing a confirmation program for 
delinquent return accounts to see if the taxpayer agrees that tax 
return(s) have not yet been filed. TIGTA will use the information 
collected to determine the accuracy of Internal Revenue Service 
records.
    Type of Review: New collection.
    Affected Public: Individuals or households.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 100.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 24.
    Request for Comments: Comments submitted in response to this notice 
will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. All 
comments will become a matter of public record. Comments are invited 
on: (a) Whether the 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 of the collection of information; (c) 
ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to 
be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of 
information on respondents, including through the use of automated 
collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and (e) 
estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operation, 
maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information.

    Dated: April 10, 2006.
Preston B. Benoit,
Director, Office of Management and Policy, Treasury Inspector General 
for Tax Administration, Office of Audit.
[FR Doc. E6-5864 Filed 4-18-06; 8:45 am]
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