Publication of the Tier 2 Tax Rates, 68956 [07-5955]

Download as PDF 68956 Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 234 / Thursday, December 6, 2007 / Notices Abstract: 49 U.S.C. 3011, 30112, and 30117 (Appendix 1) of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1996, authorizes the issuance of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). The Secretary is authorized to issue, amend, and revoke such rules and regulations as she/he deems necessary. Using this authority, the agency issued FMVSS no.125, ‘‘Warning Devices’’ (Appendix 2), which applies to devices, without self contained energy sources, that are designed to be carried mandatory in buses and trucks that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) greater than 10,000 pounds and voluntarily in other vehicles. These devices are used to warn approaching traffic of the presence of a stopped vehicle, except for devices designed to be permanently affixed to the vehicles. Estimated Annual Burden: 1. Number of Respondents: 3. Comments are invited on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Department, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the Department’s estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Issued on November 30, 2007. Stephen R. Kratzke, Associate Administrator for Rulemaking. [FR Doc. E7–23690 Filed 12–5–07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–59–P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Publication of the Tier 2 Tax Rates Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury. ACTION: Notice. mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES AGENCY: SUMMARY: Publication of the tier 2 tax rates for calendar year 2008 as required by section 3241(d) of the Internal Revenue Code (26 U.S.C. section 3241). Tier 2 taxes on railroad employees, employers, and employee representatives are one source of funding for benefits under the Railroad Retirement Act. DATES: The tier 2 tax rates for calendar year 2008 apply to compensation paid in calendar year 2008. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David G. Mills, CC:TEGE:EOEG:ET1, VerDate Aug<31>2005 18:57 Dec 05, 2007 Jkt 214001 Internal Revenue Service, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224, Telephone Number (202) 622–0047 (not a toll-free number). Tier 2 Tax Rates: The tier 2 tax rate for 2008 under section 3201(b) on employees is 3.9 percent of compensation. The tier 2 tax rate for 2008 under section 3221(b) on employers is 12.1 percent of compensation. The tier 2 tax rate for 2008 under section 3211(b) on employee representatives is 12.1 percent of compensation. Dated: November 3, 2007. Nancy Marks, Division Counsel/Associate Chief Counsel (Tax Exempt and Government Entities). [FR Doc. 07–5955 Filed 12–3–07; 2:29 pm] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0422] Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request Office of Management, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Office of Management (OM), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain 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 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 administer contracts. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before February 4, 2008. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through https://www.Regulations.gov; or to Arita Tillman, Acquisition Policy Division (049P1), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420; or e-mail: arita.tillman@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0422’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at https:// www.Regulations.gov. PO 00000 Frm 00100 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Arita Tillman at (202) 461–6859, FAX 202–273–6229. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–21), 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, (OM) invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of (OM)’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of (OM)’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. Titles: a. Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.236–72, Performance of Work by the Contractor. b. Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Alternate I to Clause 852.236–80, Subcontracts and Work Coordination. c. Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.236–82, Payments Under FixedPrice Construction Contracts (without NAS), including Alternate 1. d. Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.236–83, Payments Under FixedPrice Construction Contracts (with NAS), including Alternate 1. e. Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.236–84, Schedule of Work Progress. f. Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.236–88, Contract Changes, Supplements FAR Clause 52.243–4, Changes. OMB Control Number: 2900–0422. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: The information contained Department of Veterans Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clauses 852.236–72, Alternate I to 852.236–80, 852.236–82, 852.236–83, 852.236–84, and 852.236– 88 is necessary for VA to administer construction contracts, and to carry out its responsibility to construct, maintain E:\FR\FM\06DEN1.SGM 06DEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 72, Number 234 (Thursday, December 6, 2007)]
[Notices]
[Page 68956]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 07-5955]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

Internal Revenue Service


Publication of the Tier 2 Tax Rates

AGENCY: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: Publication of the tier 2 tax rates for calendar year 2008 as 
required by section 3241(d) of the Internal Revenue Code (26 U.S.C. 
section 3241). Tier 2 taxes on railroad employees, employers, and 
employee representatives are one source of funding for benefits under 
the Railroad Retirement Act.

DATES: The tier 2 tax rates for calendar year 2008 apply to 
compensation paid in calendar year 2008.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David G. Mills, CC:TEGE:EOEG:ET1, 
Internal Revenue Service, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 
20224, Telephone Number (202) 622-0047 (not a toll-free number).
    Tier 2 Tax Rates: The tier 2 tax rate for 2008 under section 
3201(b) on employees is 3.9 percent of compensation. The tier 2 tax 
rate for 2008 under section 3221(b) on employers is 12.1 percent of 
compensation. The tier 2 tax rate for 2008 under section 3211(b) on 
employee representatives is 12.1 percent of compensation.

    Dated: November 3, 2007.
Nancy Marks,
Division Counsel/Associate Chief Counsel (Tax Exempt and Government 
Entities).
[FR Doc. 07-5955 Filed 12-3-07; 2:29 pm]
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