Proposed Data Collections Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations, 65032-65033 [E7-22637]

Download as PDF 65032 Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 222 / Monday, November 19, 2007 / Notices Comments on this notice must be received by December 19, 2007. ADDRESSES: Written comments should be submitted to: AHRQ’s OMB Desk Officer by fax at (202) 395–6974 (attention: AHRQ’s desk officer) or by email at OIRA_submission@omb.eop.gov (attention: AHRQ’s desk officer). Copies of the proposed collection plans, data collection instruments, and specific details on the estimated burden can be obtained from AHRQ’s Reports Clearance Officer. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Doris Lefkowitz, AHRQ, Reports Clearance Officer, (301) 427–1477. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: be conducted by AHRQ may include readership surveys from individuals using AHRQ automated and electronic technology databases to determine satisfaction with the information provided or surveys to assess effect of the grants streamlining efforts. Results of these surveys will be used in future program planning initiatives and to redirect resources and efforts, as needed, to improve AHRQ program services. The current clearance will expire January 31, 2008. This is a request for a generic approval from OMB to conduct customer surveys over the next three years. Proposed Project ‘‘Voluntary Customer Surveys Generic Clearance for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.’’ In response to Executive Order 12862, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) plans to conduct voluntary customer surveys to assess strengths and weaknesses in agency program services. Customer surveys to SUMMARY: This notice announces the intention of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) to request that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) allow the renewal of the generic information collection project: ‘‘Voluntary Customer Surveys Generic Clearance for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.’’ In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13 (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), AHRQ invites the public to comment on this proposed information collection. This proposed information collection was previously published in the Federal Register on August 3, 2007 and allowed 60 days for public comment. No comments were received. A 30-day Federal Register notice was published on October 11th, 2007 to allow an additional 30 days for public comment. No comments were received. However, changes to the estimated annual respondent burden hours and the methodologies that will be used for the data collection require an additional 30 days for public comment. The data will be collected using a combination of methodologies appropriate to each survey. These methodologies include: • Mail/e-mail surveys; • Telephone surveys; • Web-based surveys; • Focus groups; • In-person surveys. DATES: Methods of Collection ESTIMATED ANNUAL RESPONDENT BURDEN Number of responses per respondent Number of respondents Type of information collection Hours per response Total burden hours Mail/e-mail * ...................................................................................... Telephone ........................................................................................ Web-based ....................................................................................... Focus Groups .................................................................................. In-person .......................................................................................... 51,000 200 52,000 200 200 1 1 1 1 1 15/60 40/60 10/60 2.0 50/60 12,750 134 8,667 400 167 Total .......................................................................................... 103,600 na na 22,118 * May include telephone non-response follow-up in which case the burden will not change. This information collection will not impose a cost burden on the respondents beyond that associated with their time to provide the required data. There will be no additional costs for capital equipment, software, computer services, etc. Estimated Annual Costs to the Federal Government The mail and telephone surveys and focus groups will in some cases be carried out under contract. Assuming the contract cost per survey is $50,000– $100,000, and for each focus group is $20,000, total contract costs could be $720,000 per year. rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with NOTICES Request for Comments In accordance with the above-cited Paperwork Reduction Act legislation, comments on AHRQ’s information collection are requested with regard to any of the following: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is VerDate Aug<31>2005 20:17 Nov 16, 2007 Jkt 214001 necessary for the proper performance of AHRQ health care research and health care information dissemination functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of AHRQ’s estimate of burden (including hours and costs) of the proposed collection(s) of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information upon the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and included in the Agency’s subsequent request for OMB approval of the proposed information collection. All comments will become a matter of public record. PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Dated: November 8, 2007. Carolyn M. Clancy, Director. [FR Doc. 07–5734 Filed 11–16–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4160–90–M DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [30 Day–08–07AH] Proposed Data Collections Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) publishes a list of information collection requests under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). To request a copy of these E:\FR\FM\19NON1.SGM 19NON1 65033 Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 222 / Monday, November 19, 2007 / Notices requests, call the CDC Reports Clearance Officer at (404) 639–5960 or send an email to omb@cdc.gov. Send written comments to CDC Desk Officer, Office of Management and Budget, Washington, DC or by fax to (202) 395–6974. Written comments should be received within 30 days of this notice. Proposed Project Qualitative Evaluation of HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral Services in Non-Health Care Settings: Eliciting Consumer Views—New— National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP), Coordinating Center for Infectious Diseases (CCID), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Background and Brief Description Historically, HIV prevention efforts have targeted people at risk for HIV infection with the goal of keeping those who are HIV negative from becoming infected. However, the epidemic has changed with the introduction of highly active anti-retroviral therapy (HAART). People with HIV are now living longer, and with a steady incidence and increasing prevalence, an estimated 1,039,000 to 1,185,000 people are now living with HIV/AIDS in the United States. It is estimated that 25% of HIVinfected persons are not aware of their infection. Critical components in controlling the spread of HIV infection are early knowledge of HIV infection and access to treatment. Awareness of HIV infection has also been shown to reduce high risk sexual behaviors in some populations. Therefore, access to HIV counseling, testing, and referral (CTR) services can play a significant role in reducing HIV transmission. This project involves formative research to elicit consumer opinions on HIV CTR in non-health care settings. The study entails conducting 21 focus groups with persons who are either HIV positive or at risk for HIV because of their drug injection or sexual behavior. The purpose of the focus groups is to explore: (1) Facilitators and barriers to use CTR services in non-health care settings; (2) ideal service components to decrease barriers to early diagnosis, decrease risk behaviors, link clients with follow-up care, and ensure client rights; (3) perceived risks and benefits of CTR; and (4) preferences for providing informed consent. CDC will use study findings to inform the development of new recommendations for HIV CTR in nonhealth care settings. We expect a total of 630 individuals to be screened for eligibility. Of those who are screened, we expect that 252 individuals will join the study and participate in a focus group. There are no costs to the respondents other than their time. The total estimated annual burden hours are 714. ESTIMATED ANNUALIZED BURDEN HOURS Form name Prospective Participant ............................. Adult Past Clients (HIV-negative) ............. Screener ................................................... Facilitator Guide—Adult Past Clients (HIV-negative). Facilitator Guide—Adult Past Clients (HIV-positive). Facilitator Guide—Adult Potential Clients Facilitator Guide—Adolescents (HIV-positive). Facilitator Guide Adolescents (HIV-negative). Adult Past Clients (HIV-positive) .............. Adult Potential Clients .............................. Adolescents (HIV-positive) ....................... Adolescents (HIV-negative) ...................... Dated: November 8, 2007. Maryam I. Daneshvar, Acting Reports Clearance Officer, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [FR Doc. E7–22637 Filed 11–16–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4163–18–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration [Docket No. 2007N–0444] rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with NOTICES Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Recordkeeping and Records Access Requirements for Food Facilities AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing an VerDate Aug<31>2005 20:17 Nov 16, 2007 Jkt 214001 opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (the PRA), Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of an existing collection of information, and to allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on the information collection provisions of FDA’s recordkeeping and records access requirements for food facilities. DATES: Submit written or electronic comments on the collection of information by January 18, 2008. ADDRESSES: Submit electronic comments on the collection of information to: https://www.fda.gov/ dockets/ecomments or https:// www.regulations.gov. Submit written comments on the collection of information to the Division of Dockets Management (HFA–305), Food and Drug PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 4703 Number responses per respondent Number of respondents Type of respondent Sfmt 4703 Average burden per response (in hours) 630 60 1 1 20/60 2 60 1 2 60 24 1 1 2 2 48 1 2 Administration, 5630 Fishers Lane, rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852. All comments should be identified with the docket number found in brackets in the heading of this document. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jonna Capezzuto, Office of the Chief Information Officer (HFA–250), Food and Drug Administration, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857, 301–827– 4659. Under the PRA (44 U.S.C. 3501–3520), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. ‘‘Collection of information’’ is defined in 44 U.S.C. 3502(3) and 5 CFR 1320.3(c) and includes agency requests or requirements that members of the public submit reports, keep records, or provide information to a third party. Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)) requires Federal SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: E:\FR\FM\19NON1.SGM 19NON1

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[Federal Register Volume 72, Number 222 (Monday, November 19, 2007)]
[Notices]
[Pages 65032-65033]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E7-22637]


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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

[30 Day-08-07AH]


Proposed Data Collections Submitted for Public Comment and 
Recommendations

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) publishes a 
list of information collection requests under review by the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB) in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction 
Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). To request a copy of these

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requests, call the CDC Reports Clearance Officer at (404) 639-5960 or 
send an e-mail to omb@cdc.gov. Send written comments to CDC Desk 
Officer, Office of Management and Budget, Washington, DC or by fax to 
(202) 395-6974. Written comments should be received within 30 days of 
this notice.

Proposed Project

    Qualitative Evaluation of HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral 
Services in Non-Health Care Settings: Eliciting Consumer Views--New--
National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention 
(NCHHSTP), Coordinating Center for Infectious Diseases (CCID), Centers 
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Background and Brief Description

    Historically, HIV prevention efforts have targeted people at risk 
for HIV infection with the goal of keeping those who are HIV negative 
from becoming infected. However, the epidemic has changed with the 
introduction of highly active anti-retroviral therapy (HAART). People 
with HIV are now living longer, and with a steady incidence and 
increasing prevalence, an estimated 1,039,000 to 1,185,000 people are 
now living with HIV/AIDS in the United States. It is estimated that 25% 
of HIV-infected persons are not aware of their infection. Critical 
components in controlling the spread of HIV infection are early 
knowledge of HIV infection and access to treatment. Awareness of HIV 
infection has also been shown to reduce high risk sexual behaviors in 
some populations. Therefore, access to HIV counseling, testing, and 
referral (CTR) services can play a significant role in reducing HIV 
transmission.
    This project involves formative research to elicit consumer 
opinions on HIV CTR in non-health care settings. The study entails 
conducting 21 focus groups with persons who are either HIV positive or 
at risk for HIV because of their drug injection or sexual behavior. The 
purpose of the focus groups is to explore: (1) Facilitators and 
barriers to use CTR services in non-health care settings; (2) ideal 
service components to decrease barriers to early diagnosis, decrease 
risk behaviors, link clients with follow-up care, and ensure client 
rights; (3) perceived risks and benefits of CTR; and (4) preferences 
for providing informed consent.
    CDC will use study findings to inform the development of new 
recommendations for HIV CTR in non-health care settings. We expect a 
total of 630 individuals to be screened for eligibility. Of those who 
are screened, we expect that 252 individuals will join the study and 
participate in a focus group. There are no costs to the respondents 
other than their time. The total estimated annual burden hours are 714.

                                                            Estimated Annualized Burden Hours
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                                                                                                           Number        Average burden
               Type of respondent                            Form name                  Number of       responses per     per response
                                                                                       respondents       respondent        (in hours)
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Prospective Participant........................  Screener.........................               630                 1             20/60
Adult Past Clients (HIV-negative)..............  Facilitator Guide--Adult Past                    60                 1                 2
                                                  Clients (HIV-negative).
Adult Past Clients (HIV-positive)..............  Facilitator Guide--Adult Past                    60                 1                 2
                                                  Clients (HIV-positive).
Adult Potential Clients........................  Facilitator Guide--Adult                         60                 1                 2
                                                  Potential Clients.
Adolescents (HIV-positive).....................  Facilitator Guide--Adolescents                   24                 1                 2
                                                  (HIV-positive).
Adolescents (HIV-negative).....................  Facilitator Guide Adolescents                    48                 1                 2
                                                  (HIV-negative).
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    Dated: November 8, 2007.
Maryam I. Daneshvar,
Acting Reports Clearance Officer, Centers for Disease Control and 
Prevention.
[FR Doc. E7-22637 Filed 11-16-07; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4163-18-P
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