Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request, 48974-48975 [E6-13912]

Download as PDF 48974 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 162 / Tuesday, August 22, 2006 / Notices If the verified notice contains false or misleading information, the exemption is void ab initio. Petitions to revoke the exemption under 49 U.S.C. 10502(d) may be filed at any time. The filing of a petition to revoke will not automatically stay the transaction. An original and 10 copies of all pleadings, referring to STB Finance Docket No. 34871, must be filed with the Surface Transportation Board, 1925 K Street NW., Washington, DC 20423– 0001. In addition, one copy of each pleading must be served on William C. Sippel, Fletcher & Sippel LLC, 29 North Wacker Drive, Suite 920, Chicago, IL 60606–2832. Board decisions and notices are available on our Web site at https:// www.stb.dot.gov. Decided: August 15, 2006. By the Board, David M. Konschnik, Director, Office of Proceedings. Vernon A. Williams, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6–13774 Filed 8–21–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4915–01–P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Office of Foreign Assets Control Additional Designation of Individuals Pursuant to Executive Order 13338 Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury. ACTION: Notice. cprice-sewell on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (‘‘OFAC’’) is publishing the names of two newly designated individuals whose property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to Executive Order 13338 of May 11, 2004, ‘‘Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria.’’ DATES: The designation by the Secretary of the Treasury of the two individuals identified in this notice pursuant to Executive Order 13338 is effective on August 15, 2006. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Assistant Director, Compliance Outreach & Implementation, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the Treasury, Washington, DC 20220, tel.: 202/622–2490. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Electronic and Facsimile Availability This document and additional information concerning OFAC are available from OFAC’s Web site (https://www.treas.gov/ofac) or via VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:34 Aug 21, 2006 Jkt 208001 facsimile through a 24-hour fax-ondemand service, tel.: 202/622–0077. Background On May 11, 2004, the President issued Executive Order 13338 (the ‘‘Order’’) pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq., the National Emergencies Act, 50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq., the Syria Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2003, Public Law 108–175, and section 301 of title 3, United States Code. In the Order, the President declared a national emergency to address the threat posed by the actions of the Government of Syria in supporting terrorism, continuing its occupation of Lebanon, pursuing weapons of mass destruction and missile programs, and undermining the United States and international efforts with respect to the stabilization and reconstruction of Iraq. Section 3 of the Order blocks, with certain exceptions, all property and interests in property of the following persons, that are in the United States, that hereafter come within the United States, or that are or hereafter come within the possession or control of United States persons: Persons who are determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, (1) to be or to have been directing or otherwise significantly contributing to the Government of Syria’s provision of safe haven to or other support for any person whose property or interests in property are blocked under the United States law for terrorism-related reasons; (2) to be or to have been directing or otherwise significantly contributing to the Government of Syria’s military or security presence in Lebanon; (3) to be or to have been directing or otherwise significantly contributing to the Government of Syria’s pursuit of the development and production of chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons and medium- and long-range surface-to-surface missiles; (4) to be or to have been directing or otherwise significantly contributing to any steps taken by the Government of Syria to undermine the United States and international efforts with respect to the stabilization and reconstruction of Iraq; or (5) to be owned or controlled by, or acting or purporting to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, any person whose property or interests in property are blocked pursuant to the Order. On August 15, 2006, the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, designated, pursuant to one or more of the criteria set forth PO 00000 Frm 00068 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 in the Order, two individuals whose property and interests in property are blocked pursuant to Executive Order 13338. The list of additional designees is as follows: 1. Ikhtiyar, Hisham (a.k.a. Al Ikhteyar, Hisham; a.k.a. Al Ikhtiyar, Hisham; a.k.a. Al-Ikhtiyar, Hisham; a.k.a. AlIkhtiyar, Hisham Ahmad; a.k.a. Bakhtiar, Hisham; a.k.a. Bakhtiyar, Hisham; a.k.a. Ichtijar, Hisham; a.k.a. Ikhteyar, Hisham), Maliki, Damascus, Syria; DOB 1941; Major General; Director, Syria Ba’ath Party Regional Command National Security Bureau 2. Jami Jami (a.k.a. Jama’ Jama’; a.k.a. Jamea, Jamea Kamil; a.k.a. Jam’i Jam’i); DOB 16 Jun 1954; POB Jablah, Zama, Syria; Brigadier General Dated: August 15, 2006. Barbara C. Hammerle, Acting Director, Office of Foreign Assets Control. [FR Doc. E6–13810 Filed 8–21–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4811–37–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0176] Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on the information needed to monitor claimants’ training progress towards their rehabilitation goals. Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before October 23, 2006. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M35), Department of DATES: E:\FR\FM\22AUN1.SGM 22AUN1 cprice-sewell on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 162 / Tuesday, August 22, 2006 / Notices Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0176’’ in any correspondence. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 273–7079 or FAX (202) 275–5947. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501—3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VBA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Title: Monthly Record of Training and Wages, VA Form 28–1905c. OMB Control Number: 2900–0176. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: On-job trainers use VA Form 20–1905c to maintain accurate records on a trainee’s progress toward their rehabilitation goals as well as recording the trainee’s on-job training monthly wages. Trainers report these wages on the form at the beginning of the program and at any time the trainee’s wage rate changes. Following a trainee’s completion of a vocational rehabilitation program, the form is submitted to the trainee’s case manager to monitor the trainee’s training and to ensure that the trainee is progressing and learning the skills necessary to carry out the duties of his or her occupational goal. Affected Public: Individuals or households, business or other for-profit, not-for-profit institutions, farms, and state, local or tribal government. Estimated Annual Burden: 3,000 hours. Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: 15 minutes. Frequency of Response: Three times a year. Estimated Number of Respondents: 4,800. VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:34 Aug 21, 2006 Jkt 208001 Dated: August 14, 2006. By direction of the Secretary. Denise McLamb, Program Analyst, Records Management Service. [FR Doc. E6–13912 Filed 8–21–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0572] Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to determine the monetary allowance for children of a Vietnam and Korea service veteran born with spina bifida or birth defects. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before October 23, 2006. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M35), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0572’’ in any correspondence. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 273–7079 or FAX (202) 275–5947. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VBA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed PO 00000 Frm 00069 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 48975 collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Title: Application for Benefits for Certain Children with Disabilities Born of Vietnam, VA Form 21–0304. OMB Control Number: 2900–0572. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: VA Form 21–0304 is used to gather the necessary information to determine a claimant’s eligibility for a monetary allowance and appropriate level of payment. Under title 38 U.S.C. 1815, Children of Women Vietnam Veterans Born with Certain Birth Defects, authorizes payment of monetary benefits to, or on behalf of, certain children of female veterans who served in Republic of Vietnam. To be eligible, the child must be the biological child; conceived after the date the veteran first served in Vietnam during the period February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975; and have certain birth defects resulting in permanent physical or mental disability. Under title 38 U.S.C. 1805, Spina Bifida Benefits Eligibility, authorizes payment to a spina bifida child-claimant of parent(s) who performed active military, naval, or air service during the Vietnam era during the period January 9, 1962 to May 7, 1975. The child must be the natural child of a Vietnam veteran, regardless of age or marital status, who was conceived after the date on which the veteran first entered the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam era. Spina Bifida benefits are payable for all types of spina bifida except spina bifida occulta. The law does not allow payment of both benefits at the same time. If entitlement exists under both laws, benefits will be paid under 38 U.S.C. 1815. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Annual Burden: 72 hours. Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: 10 minutes. Frequency of Response: On occasion. Estimated Number of Respondents: 430. Dated: August 14, 2006. E:\FR\FM\22AUN1.SGM 22AUN1

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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 162 (Tuesday, August 22, 2006)]
[Notices]
[Pages 48974-48975]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E6-13912]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

[OMB Control No. 2900-0176]


Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; 
Comment Request

AGENCY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans 
Affairs.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), Department of 
Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing an opportunity for public comment 
on the proposed collection of information by the agency. Under the 
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to 
publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed 
collection of information, including each proposed extension of a 
currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in 
response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on the 
information needed to monitor claimants' training progress towards 
their rehabilitation goals.

DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection 
of information should be received on or before October 23, 2006.

ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information to 
Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M35), 
Department of

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Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420. Please 
refer to ``OMB Control No. 2900-0176'' in any correspondence.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 273-7079 
or FAX (202) 275-5947.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 
U.S.C. 3501--3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of 
information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being 
made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA.
    With respect to the following collection of information, VBA 
invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information 
is necessary for the proper performance of VBA's functions, including 
whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy 
of VBA's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of 
information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of 
the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of 
the collection of information on respondents, including through the use 
of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of 
information technology.
    Title: Monthly Record of Training and Wages, VA Form 28-1905c.
    OMB Control Number: 2900-0176.
    Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
    Abstract: On-job trainers use VA Form 20-1905c to maintain accurate 
records on a trainee's progress toward their rehabilitation goals as 
well as recording the trainee's on-job training monthly wages. Trainers 
report these wages on the form at the beginning of the program and at 
any time the trainee's wage rate changes. Following a trainee's 
completion of a vocational rehabilitation program, the form is 
submitted to the trainee's case manager to monitor the trainee's 
training and to ensure that the trainee is progressing and learning the 
skills necessary to carry out the duties of his or her occupational 
goal.
    Affected Public: Individuals or households, business or other for-
profit, not-for-profit institutions, farms, and state, local or tribal 
government.
    Estimated Annual Burden: 3,000 hours.
    Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: 15 minutes.
    Frequency of Response: Three times a year.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 4,800.

    Dated: August 14, 2006.

    By direction of the Secretary.
Denise McLamb,
Program Analyst, Records Management Service.
[FR Doc. E6-13912 Filed 8-21-06; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8320-01-P

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