Proposed Collection; Comment Request, 31156-31157 [E8-12015]

Download as PDF 31156 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 105 / Friday, May 30, 2008 / Notices For the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Andrea D. Valentin, Chief, Regulatory Guide Development Branch, Division of Engineering, Office of Nuclear Regulatory Research. [FR Doc. E8–12083 Filed 5–29–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7590–01–P SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Proposed Collection; Comment Request Upon Written Request, Copies Available From: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Office of Investor Education and Advocacy, Washington, DC 20549 sroberts on PROD1PC70 with NOTICES Rule 15b6–1 and Form BDW; OMB Control No. 3235–0018; SEC File No. 270–17. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.) the Securities and Exchange Commission (‘‘Commission’’) intends to submit to the Office of Management and Budget a request to revise the collection of information discussed below. The Code of Federal Regulations citation to this collection of information is 17 CFR 240.15b6–1. Registered broker-dealers use Form BDW (17 CFR 249.501a) to withdraw from registration with the Commission, the self-regulatory organizations, and the states. It is estimated that approximately 737 broker-dealers withdraw from registration annually and, therefore, file a Form BDW via the Internet with Web CRD, a computer system operated by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. that maintains information regarding registered broker-dealers and their registered personnel. However, the Commission estimates that approximately 127 of these 737 withdrawing broker-dealers would employ third-party filers to file Form BDW. The broker-dealers that employ third-parties would not incur an hour burden and, therefore, do not incur a reporting burden. As discussed below, however, these broker-dealers would incur a cost burden with respect to Form BDW. Therefore, the 610 brokerdealers that withdraw from registration by filing Form BDW themselves would incur an aggregate annual reporting burden of 152.5 hours (610 × 0.25 hours). Broker-dealers that employ thirdparties to file Form BDW would not incur a reporting burden, but would incur a cost burden in filing Form BDW. The Commission estimates that 127 VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:52 May 29, 2008 Jkt 214001 broker-dealers would employ thirdparties to file Form BDW. These brokerdealers would be billed by third-party filers at an estimated average compensation rate of $44.00 per hour. Therefore, the total annual cost burden to broker-dealers that employ thirdparty filers to file Form BDW would be approximately $1,397 (i.e., 127 × 0.25 hours × $44 per hour) or $11 per withdrawing broker-dealer. Written comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Commission’s estimates of the burden of the proposed collection 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 on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Consideration will be given to comments and suggestions submitted in writing within 60 days of this publication. Comments should be directed to: R. Corey Booth, Director/Chief Information Officer, Securities and Exchange Commission, C/O Shirley Martinson, 6432 General Green Way, Alexandria, Virginia 22312 or send an e-mail to: PRA_Mailbox@sec.gov. Comments must be submitted within 60 days of this notice. May 21, 2008. Nancy M. Morris, Secretary. [FR Doc. E8–11981 Filed 5–29–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8010–01–P SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Proposed Collection; Comment Request Upon written request, copies available from: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Office of Investor Education and Advocacy, Washington, DC 20549–0213 Extension: Rule 15c2–5, OMB Control No. 3235–0198, SEC File No. 270–195 Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.) the Securities and Exchange Commission (‘‘Commission’’) is soliciting comments on the collection of information summarized below. The Commission PO 00000 Frm 00105 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 plans to submit this existing collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget for extension and approval. The Code of Federal Regulations citation to this collection of information is the following rule: 17 CFR 240.15c2–5. Rule 15c2–5 prohibits a broker-dealer from arranging or extending certain loans to persons in connection with the offer or sale of securities unless, before any element of the transaction is entered into, the broker-dealer: (1) Delivers to the person a written statement containing the exact nature and extent of the person’s obligations under the loan arrangement; the risks and disadvantages of the loan arrangement; and all commissions, discounts, and other remuneration received and to be received in connection with the transaction by the broker-dealer or certain related persons (unless the person receives certain materials from the lender or broker-dealer which contain the required information); and (2) obtains from the person information on the person’s financial situation and needs, reasonably determines that the transaction is suitable for the person, and retains on file and makes available to the person on request a written statement setting forth the brokerdealer’s basis for determining that the transaction was suitable. The collection of information required by the Rule is necessary to execute the Commission’s mandate under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 U.S.C. 78a et seq.) (‘‘Exchange Act’’) to prevent fraudulent, manipulative, and deceptive acts and practices by broker-dealers. The Commission estimates that there are approximately 50 respondents that require an aggregate total of 600 hours to comply with the Rule. Each of these approximately 50 registered brokerdealers makes an estimated 6 annual responses, for an aggregate total of 300 responses per year. Each response takes approximately 2 hours to complete. Thus, the total compliance burden per year is 600 burden hours. The approximate cost per hour is $40.00 for clerical labor, resulting in a total compliance cost of $24,000 (600 hours @ $40.00 per hour). Written comments are invited on: (a) 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; (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 collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of E:\FR\FM\30MYN1.SGM 30MYN1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 105 / Friday, May 30, 2008 / Notices Securities and Exchange Commission (‘‘Commission’’). ACTION: Notice of application for an order under sections 6(b) and 6(e) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (the ‘‘Act’’) granting an exemption from all provisions of the Act, except section 9 and sections 36 through 53 and the rules and regulations under the Act. With respect to sections 17 and 30 of the Act, and the rules and regulations thereunder, and rule 38a–1 under the Act, the exemption is limited as set forth in the application. Employee Alternative Investment GP II, LLC, AIG Non-U.S. Employee Feeder GP II, LLC, and AIG Global Investment Corp. FILING DATES: The application was filed on September 25, 2007 and amended on December 26, 2007, and May 8, 2008. HEARING OR NOTIFICATION OF HEARING: An order granting the application will be issued unless the Commission orders a hearing. Interested persons may request a hearing by writing to the Commission’s Secretary and serving applicants with a copy of the request, personally or by mail. Hearing requests should be received by the Commission by 5:30 p.m. on June 17, 2008, and should be accompanied by proof of service on applicants, in the form of an affidavit or, for lawyers, a certificate of service. Hearing requests should state the nature of the writer’s interest, the reason for the request, and the issues contested. Persons who wish to be notified of a hearing may request notification by writing to the Commission’s Secretary. ADDRESSES: Secretary, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC 20549– 1090; Applicants, 70 Pine Street, New York, NY 10270. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Christine Y. Greenlees, Senior Counsel, at (202) 551–6879, or Julia Kim Gilmer, Branch Chief, at (202) 551–6821 (Division of Investment Management, Office of Investment Company Regulation). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The following is a summary of the application. The complete application may be obtained for a fee at the Commission’s Public Reference Branch, 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC 20549–1520 (telephone (202) 551–5850). Applicants request an order to exempt certain limited partnerships and other entities (‘‘Partnerships’’) formed for the benefit of eligible employees of American International Group, Inc. (‘‘AIG’’) and its affiliates from certain provisions of the Act. Each Partnership will be an ‘‘employees’ securities company’’ within the meaning of section 2(a)(13) of the Act. APPLICANTS: AIG Employee Hedge Fund, L.P. (the ‘‘Employee Hedge Fund’’), AIG Employee PE/RE Fund 2007, L.P. (together with the Employee Hedge Fund, the ‘‘Initial Partnerships’’), AIG Non-U.S. Employee PE/RE Feeder Fund 2007, L.P. (the ‘‘PE/RE Feeder’’), AIG Non-U.S. Employee Hedge Feeder, L.P. (together with the PE/RE Feeder, the ‘‘Cayman Partnerships’’), AIG, AIG Applicants’ Representations 1. AIG, a Delaware corporation, is a holding company which, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in a broad range of insurance and insurance-related activities worldwide. AIG’s primary activities include both general insurance and life insurance and retirement services operations. Other significant activities include financial services and asset management. AIG and its ‘‘affiliates,’’ as defined in rule 12b–2 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the ‘‘1934 Act’’), are referred to collectively as ‘‘AIG entities.’’ 2. Each Initial Partnership is a limited partnership organized under the laws of the state of Delaware and each Cayman Partnership is an exempted limited partnership organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands. AIG Employee information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Consideration will be given to comments and suggestions submitted in writing within 60 days of this publication. Please direct your written comments to R. Corey Booth, Director/Chief Information Officer, Securities and Exchange Commission, C/O Shirley Martinson, 6432 General Green Way, Alexandria, Virginia 22312 or send an email to: PRA_Mailbox@sec.gov. Comments must be submitted within 60 days of this notice. Dated: May 21, 2008. Jill M. Peterson, Assistant Secretary. [FR Doc. E8–12015 Filed 5–29–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8010–01–P SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION [Investment Company Act Release No. 28286; 813–00369] American International Group, Inc., et al.; Notice of Application May 23, 2008. AGENCY: sroberts on PROD1PC70 with NOTICES SUMMARY OF APPLICATION: VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:52 May 29, 2008 Jkt 214001 PO 00000 Frm 00106 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 31157 Alternative Investment GP II, LLC will serve as the general partner of each Initial Partnership and AIG Non-U.S. Employee Feeder GP II, LLC will serve as the general partner of each Cayman Partnership. AIG Global Investment Corp., which is registered as an investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the ‘‘Advisers Act’’), will be the investment adviser to the Initial Partnerships and the Cayman Partnerships. A General Partner (as defined below) or another AIG entity will serve as investment adviser to a Partnership (the ‘‘Investment Adviser’’). The Investment Adviser will be registered as an investment adviser under the Advisers Act if required under applicable law. AIG entities may form additional Partnerships from time to time to enable Eligible Employees (as defined below) to pool their investment resources to achieve diversification of investments and participation in investments that usually would not be available to them as individual investors. 3. A Partnership will be structured as a limited partnership, limited liability company, business trust or other entity. Interests in a Partnership (‘‘Interests’’) may be issued in one or more series, each of which corresponds to particular Partnership investments (each, a ‘‘Series’’). Each Series will be an ‘‘employees’ securities company’’ within the meaning of section 2(a)(13) of the Act. Each Partnership will operate as either a closed-end or open-end management investment company, and may operate as a diversified or nondiversified vehicle. 4. Each Partnership will have a general partner, managing member or other similar entity that is an AIG entity (a ‘‘General Partner’’). All potential investors in a Partnership will be ‘‘Limited Partners.’’ The General Partner will manage, operate, and control each Partnership and will have the authority to make all decisions regarding the acquisition, management and disposition of Partnership investments. The General Partner may be permitted to delegate certain of its responsibilities regarding the acquisition, management and disposition of Partnership investments to an Investment Adviser. 5. If the Investment Adviser elects to recommend that a Partnership enter into any side-by-side investment with an unaffiliated entity, the Investment Adviser will be permitted to engage as sub-investment adviser an unaffiliated entity (an ‘‘Unaffiliated Subadviser’’), which will be responsible for the management of such side-by-side investment. An Investment Adviser may be paid a management fee, which will E:\FR\FM\30MYN1.SGM 30MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 105 (Friday, May 30, 2008)]
[Notices]
[Pages 31156-31157]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-12015]


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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION


Proposed Collection; Comment Request

Upon written request, copies available from: U.S. Securities and 
Exchange Commission, Office of Investor Education and Advocacy, 
Washington, DC 20549-0213

Extension:
Rule 15c2-5, OMB Control No. 3235-0198, SEC File No. 270-195

    Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act 
of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.) the Securities and Exchange Commission 
(``Commission'') is soliciting comments on the collection of 
information summarized below. The Commission plans to submit this 
existing collection of information to the Office of Management and 
Budget for extension and approval. The Code of Federal Regulations 
citation to this collection of information is the following rule: 17 
CFR 240.15c2-5.
    Rule 15c2-5 prohibits a broker-dealer from arranging or extending 
certain loans to persons in connection with the offer or sale of 
securities unless, before any element of the transaction is entered 
into, the broker-dealer: (1) Delivers to the person a written statement 
containing the exact nature and extent of the person's obligations 
under the loan arrangement; the risks and disadvantages of the loan 
arrangement; and all commissions, discounts, and other remuneration 
received and to be received in connection with the transaction by the 
broker-dealer or certain related persons (unless the person receives 
certain materials from the lender or broker-dealer which contain the 
required information); and (2) obtains from the person information on 
the person's financial situation and needs, reasonably determines that 
the transaction is suitable for the person, and retains on file and 
makes available to the person on request a written statement setting 
forth the broker-dealer's basis for determining that the transaction 
was suitable. The collection of information required by the Rule is 
necessary to execute the Commission's mandate under the Securities 
Exchange Act of 1934 (17 U.S.C. 78a et seq.) (``Exchange Act'') to 
prevent fraudulent, manipulative, and deceptive acts and practices by 
broker-dealers.
    The Commission estimates that there are approximately 50 
respondents that require an aggregate total of 600 hours to comply with 
the Rule. Each of these approximately 50 registered broker-dealers 
makes an estimated 6 annual responses, for an aggregate total of 300 
responses per year. Each response takes approximately 2 hours to 
complete. Thus, the total compliance burden per year is 600 burden 
hours. The approximate cost per hour is $40.00 for clerical labor, 
resulting in a total compliance cost of $24,000 (600 hours @ $40.00 per 
hour).
    Written comments are invited on: (a) 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; (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 collected; and (d) 
ways to minimize the burden of the collection of

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information on respondents, including through the use of automated 
collection techniques or other forms of information technology. 
Consideration will be given to comments and suggestions submitted in 
writing within 60 days of this publication.
    Please direct your written comments to R. Corey Booth, Director/
Chief Information Officer, Securities and Exchange Commission, C/O 
Shirley Martinson, 6432 General Green Way, Alexandria, Virginia 22312 
or send an e-mail to: PRA_Mailbox@sec.gov. Comments must be submitted 
within 60 days of this notice.

    Dated: May 21, 2008.
Jill M. Peterson,
Assistant Secretary.
[FR Doc. E8-12015 Filed 5-29-08; 8:45 am]
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