Science and Technology Directorate; Submission for Review; Reinstatement of a Previously Approved Information Collection Request for Support of SAFETY Act Application Kit 1640-0001, 47507-47508 [06-7002]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 159 / Thursday, August 17, 2006 / Notices Place: National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Bethesda, MD 20892 (Telephone Conference Call). Contact Person: Jin Huang, PhD, Scientific Review Administrator, Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 4095G, MSC 7812, Bethesda, MD 20892, 301–435–1187, jh377p@nih.gov. This notice is being published less than 15 days prior to the meeting due to the timing limitations imposed by the review and funding cycle. Name of Committee: Center for Scientific Review Special Emphasis Panel; Biomedical Engineering Research. Date: August 31, 2006. Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Bethesda, MD 20892 (Telephone Conference Call). Contact Person: Syed M. Quadri, PhD, Scientific Review Administrator, Center for Scientific Review, National Institutes of Health, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 6210, MSC 7804, Bethesda, MD 20892, 301–435– 1211, quadris@csr.nih.gov. (Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Nos. 93.306, Comparative Medicine; 93.333, Clinical Research; 93.306, 93.333, 93.337, 93.393–93.396, 93.837–93.844, 93.846–93.878, 93.892, 93.893, National Institutes of Health, HHS) Dated: August 9, 2006. Anna Snouffer, Acting Director, Office of Federal Advisory Committee Policy. [FR Doc. 06–6961 Filed 8–16–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4140–01–M DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES National Toxicology Program (NTP); Report on Carcinogens; Proposed Review Process for the 12th Report on Carcinogens (RoC): Request for Public Comment National Institute of Environmental Sciences (NIEHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH). ACTION: Request for public comment. rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with NOTICES AGENCY: SUMMARY: The NTP invites public comments on the proposed review process for the 12th RoC. The proposed review process for the 12th RoC is available on the NTP Web site https:// ntp.niehs.nih.gov (select ‘‘Report on Carcinogens’’) or by contacting Dr. C.W. Jameson at the address provided below. DATES: Comments will be accepted until September 18, 2006. ADDRESSES: All correspondence should be directed to Dr. C. W. Jameson, National Toxicology Program, Report on Carcinogens, 79 Alexander Drive, Building 4401, Room 3118, P.O. Box VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:36 Aug 16, 2006 Jkt 208001 12233, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709; telephone: (919) 541–4096, fax: (919) 541–0144, e-mail: jameson@niehs.nih.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background This notice announces the proposed review process applicable to nominations to the 12th RoC. Two important new elements in the proposed RoC review process are (1) the public peer review of draft background documents by ad hoc scientific expert panels and (2) the peer review of draft substance profiles by the NTP Board of Scientific Counselors. In addition, the NTP will also, on a trial basis, prepare a response to public comments for the 12th RoC. The proposed RoC review process is described in more detail on the NTP Web site (https:// ntp.niehs.nih.gov select ‘‘Report on Carcinogens’’). Request for Comments on the Proposed RoC Review Process The NTP invites public comments on the proposed 12th RoC review process. The NTP will consider any comments received on or before September 18, 2006, as it finalizes the process to review nominations to the 12th RoC. The final 12th RoC review process will be announced in a future Federal Register notice and through NTP publications. Individuals submitting public comments are asked to include relevant contact information [name, affiliation and sponsoring organization (if any), address, telephone, fax, and email]. Written submissions will be made available on the NTP Web site as they are received (https://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/ select ‘‘Report on Carcinogens’’) and added to the public record. Background Information on the Report on Carcinogens The RoC is a congressionally mandated document (section 301(b)(4) of the Public Health Services Act, 42 U.S.C. 241(b)(4)), published by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), that identifies agents, substances, mixtures, or exposure circumstances (collectively referred to as ‘‘substances’’) that may pose a carcinogenic hazard to human health. The Secretary, HHS, has delegated responsibility for preparing the draft report to the NTP. Substances are listed in the RoC as either known to be a human carcinogen or reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. Development of the RoC is based upon a review of nominations (for new substances that are under consideration for listing or for reclassification of the PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 47507 listing status for a substance already listed) and a multi-step, scientific review process with opportunity for public comment. Dated: August 7, 2006. David A. Schwartz, Director, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and National Toxicology Program. [FR Doc. E6–13524 Filed 8–16–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4140–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY [DHS–2006–0042] Science and Technology Directorate; Submission for Review; Reinstatement of a Previously Approved Information Collection Request for Support of SAFETY Act Application Kit 1640–0001 Science and Technology Directorate, DHS. ACTION: 60 day Notice and request for comment. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is soliciting public comment on the application forms and instructions (hereinafter ‘‘Application Kit’’) designed to assist persons applying for coverage under the SAFETY Act of 2002. This notice and request for comments is required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35). DATES: Comments are encouraged and will be accepted until October 16, 2006. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number DHS– 2006–0042, by one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: linda.vasta@dhs.gov. Include docket number DHS–2006–0042 in the subject line of the message. • Mail: Science and Technology Directorate, ATTN: SAFETY Act, 245 Murray Drive, Bldg 410, Washington, DC 20528. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Linda Vasta (703) 575–4511 (this is not a toll free number). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On June 8, 2006, DHS published a final rule interpreting and implementing the SAFETY Act of 2002 (see 71 FR 33147). In connection with the issuance of this final rule, DHS consolidated the forms and instructions designed to assist persons applying for SAFETY Act coverage. The forms and instructions were consolidated into one Application Kit. E:\FR\FM\17AUN1.SGM 17AUN1 47508 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 159 / Thursday, August 17, 2006 / Notices rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with NOTICES DHS invites the general public to comment on the proposed reinstatement of OMB Information Collection 1640– 0001 (Application Kit), as described below. Interested parties can obtain copies of the Application Kit by going to the Office of Safety Act Web site and downloading copies thereof. The address is: https://www.safetyact.gov. The Application Kit may also be obtained by calling or writing the point of contact listed above. Please note that the Application Kit includes various forms for different types of SAFETY Act applications. As explained herein, these separate forms are intended to be flexible and permit the Applicants to provide relevant information to their specific applications without undue bureaucratic burden. The Department is committed to improving its SAFETY Act processes and urges all interested parties to suggest how these materials can further reduce burden while seeking necessary information under the Act. DHS is particularly interested in comments that: (1) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) Evaluate the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (3) Suggest ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) Suggest ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submissions of responses. Overview of This Information Collection (1) Type of Information Collection: Reinstatement of a previously approved collection. (2) Title of the Form/Collection: SAFETY Act Application Kit (3) Agency Form Number, if any, and the applicable component of the Department of Homeland Security sponsoring the collection: DHS–S&T–I SAFETY–0001 through 0010. (4) Affected public who will be asked or required to respond, as well as a brief abstract: Business or other for-profit and not-for profit institutions; the data VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:36 Aug 16, 2006 Jkt 208001 collected through the Application Kit will facilitate efforts of responding persons to develop vital anti-terrorist technology by obtaining coverage under the SAFETY Act. (5) An estimate of the total number of respondents and the amount of time estimated for an average respondent to respond: 2500 respondents with an average of slightly more than 48.5 hours per respondent. (6) An estimate of the total public burden (in hours) associated with the collection: 121,400 burden hours. Dated: August 14, 2006. Gregg Piermarini, Director of Engineering, Chief Information Office, Science and Technology Directorate. [FR Doc. 06–7002 Filed 8–14–06; 3:56 pm] BILLING CODE 4410–10–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Application for Allowance in Duties Notice and request for comments. ACTION: SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Application for Allowance in Duties. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before October 16, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Branch, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel. (202) 344– 1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address: (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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and (e) estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: Title: Application for Allowance in Duties. OMB Number: 1651–0007. Form Number: CBP Form-4315. Abstract: This collection is required by the CBP in instances of claims of damaged or defective merchandise on which an allowance in duty is made in the liquidation of the entry. The information is used to substantiate importer’s claims for such duty allowances. Current Actions: There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. Type of Review: Extension (without change). Affected Public: Businesses, Individuals, Institutions. Estimated Number of Respondents: 12,000. Estimated Time Per Respondent: 8 minutes. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 1,600. Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public: N/A. Dated: August 9, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6–13526 Filed 8–16–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111–14–P E:\FR\FM\17AUN1.SGM 17AUN1

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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 159 (Thursday, August 17, 2006)]
[Notices]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

[DHS-2006-0042]


Science and Technology Directorate; Submission for Review; 
Reinstatement of a Previously Approved Information Collection Request 
for Support of SAFETY Act Application Kit 1640-0001

AGENCY: Science and Technology Directorate, DHS.

ACTION: 60 day Notice and request for comment.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is soliciting public 
comment on the application forms and instructions (hereinafter 
``Application Kit'') designed to assist persons applying for coverage 
under the SAFETY Act of 2002. This notice and request for comments is 
required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13, 44 
U.S.C. chapter 35).

DATES: Comments are encouraged and will be accepted until October 16, 
2006.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number DHS-
2006-0042, by one of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     E-mail: linda.vasta@dhs.gov. Include docket number DHS-
2006-0042 in the subject line of the message.
     Mail: Science and Technology Directorate, ATTN: SAFETY 
Act, 245 Murray Drive, Bldg 410, Washington, DC 20528.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Linda Vasta (703) 575-4511 (this is 
not a toll free number).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On June 8, 2006, DHS published a final rule 
interpreting and implementing the SAFETY Act of 2002 (see 71 FR 33147). 
In connection with the issuance of this final rule, DHS consolidated 
the forms and instructions designed to assist persons applying for 
SAFETY Act coverage. The forms and instructions were consolidated into 
one Application Kit.

[[Page 47508]]

    DHS invites the general public to comment on the proposed 
reinstatement of OMB Information Collection 1640-0001 (Application 
Kit), as described below.
    Interested parties can obtain copies of the Application Kit by 
going to the Office of Safety Act Web site and downloading copies 
thereof. The address is: https://www.safetyact.gov. The Application Kit 
may also be obtained by calling or writing the point of contact listed 
above.
    Please note that the Application Kit includes various forms for 
different types of SAFETY Act applications. As explained herein, these 
separate forms are intended to be flexible and permit the Applicants to 
provide relevant information to their specific applications without 
undue bureaucratic burden. The Department is committed to improving its 
SAFETY Act processes and urges all interested parties to suggest how 
these materials can further reduce burden while seeking necessary 
information under the Act.
    DHS is particularly interested in comments that:
    (1) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is 
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, 
including whether the information will have practical utility;
    (2) Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of 
the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used;
    (3) Suggest ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of 
the information to be collected; and
    (4) Suggest ways to minimize the burden of the collection of 
information on those who are to respond, including through the use of 
appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological 
collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., 
permitting electronic submissions of responses.

Overview of This Information Collection

    (1) Type of Information Collection: Reinstatement of a previously 
approved collection.
    (2) Title of the Form/Collection: SAFETY Act Application Kit
    (3) Agency Form Number, if any, and the applicable component of the 
Department of Homeland Security sponsoring the collection: DHS-S&T-I 
SAFETY-0001 through 0010.
    (4) Affected public who will be asked or required to respond, as 
well as a brief abstract: Business or other for-profit and not-for 
profit institutions; the data collected through the Application Kit 
will facilitate efforts of responding persons to develop vital anti-
terrorist technology by obtaining coverage under the SAFETY Act.
    (5) An estimate of the total number of respondents and the amount 
of time estimated for an average respondent to respond: 2500 
respondents with an average of slightly more than 48.5 hours per 
respondent.
    (6) An estimate of the total public burden (in hours) associated 
with the collection: 121,400 burden hours.

    Dated: August 14, 2006.
Gregg Piermarini,
Director of Engineering, Chief Information Office, Science and 
Technology Directorate.
[FR Doc. 06-7002 Filed 8-14-06; 3:56 pm]
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