Advisory Committee on Women Veterans; Notice of Meeting, 4631-4632 [2010-1716]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 18 / Thursday, January 28, 2010 / Notices SUMMARY: An open meeting of the Area 6 Taxpayer Advocacy Panel will be conducted. The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel is soliciting public comment, ideas, and suggestions on improving customer service at the Internal Revenue Service. DATES: The meeting will be held Tuesday, February 2, 2010. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Janice Spinks at 1–888–912–1227 or 206–220–6098. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. (1988) that an open meeting of the Area 6 Taxpayer Advocacy Panel will be held Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at 1 p.m. Pacific Time via telephone conference. The public is invited to make oral comments or submit written statements for consideration. Due to limited conference lines, notification of intent to participate must be made with Janice Spinks. For more information, please contact Ms. Spinks at 1–888–912–1227 or 206–220–6098, or write TAP Office, 915 2nd Avenue, MS W–406, Seattle, WA 98174 or post comments to the Web site: https://www.improveirs.org. The agenda will include various IRS issues. Reason for Late Notice: Due to year end leave and mandatory training in January key TAP staff were unavailable to prepare and submit notice in time to meet the 15 day notice requirement. Scheduling conflicts with other meetings prevent rescheduling this meeting. Dated: January 20, 2010. Shawn F. Collins, Acting Director, Taxpayer Advocacy Panel. [FR Doc. 2010–1705 Filed 1–27–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Open Season for Membership to the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC) mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC) was established to provide continued input into the development and implementation of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) strategy for electronic tax administration. The ETAAC provides an organized public VerDate Nov<24>2008 17:16 Jan 27, 2010 Jkt 220001 forum for discussion of electronic tax administration issues in support of the overriding goal that paperless filing should be the preferred and most convenient method of filing tax and information returns. ETAAC members convey the public’s perception of IRS electronic tax administration activities, offer constructive observations about current or proposed policies, programs, and procedures, and suggest improvements. Members of the ETAAC may not be federally registered lobbyists. This document seeks applicants for selection as committee members. The Director, Electronic Tax Administration (ETA) and Refundable Credits will assure that the size and organizational representation of the ETAAC obtains balanced membership and includes representatives from various groups including: (1) Tax practitioners and preparers, (2) transmitters of electronic returns, (3) tax software developers, (4) large and small business, (5) employers and payroll service providers, (6) individual taxpayers, (7) financial industry (payers, payment options and best practices), (8) system integrators (technology providers), (9) academic (marketing, sales or technical perspectives), (10) trusts and estates, (11) tax exempt organizations, and (12) state and local governments. We are soliciting applicants from professional and public interest groups. Members will serve a three-year term on the ETAAC to allow for a rotation in membership which ensures that different perspectives are represented. All travel expenses within government guidelines will be reimbursed. Potential candidates must pass an IRS tax compliance check and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background investigation. DATES: Application and resumes must be received no later than Monday, March 15, 2010. ADDRESSES: Completed applications should be submitted using one of the following methods: • E–Mail: Send to etaac@irs.gov. • Mail: Send to Internal Revenue Service, ETA & Refundable Credits, SE:W:ETARC:S:RM, 5000 Ellin Road (M/Stop C4–470, Attn: Cassandra Daniels (C4–213), Lanham, Maryland 20706. • Fax: Send via facsimile to (202) 283–2845 (not a toll-free number). An application can be obtained by sending an e-mail to etaac@irs.gov or calling (202) 283–2178 (not a toll-free number). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cassandra Daniels, (202) 283–2178 or send an e-mail to etaac@irs.gov. PO 00000 Frm 00109 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 4631 The ETAAC will also provide an annual report to Congress on IRS progress in meeting the Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998 goals for electronic filing of tax returns. This activity is based on the authority to administer the Internal Revenue laws conferred upon the Secretary of the Treasury by section 7801 of the Internal Revenue Code and delegated to the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue under section 7803 of the Internal Revenue Code. The ETAAC will research, analyze, consider, and make recommendations on a wide range of electronic tax administration issues and will provide input into the development of the strategic plan for electronic tax administration. Applicants should describe and document their qualifications for membership to the Committee. Equal opportunity practices will be followed in all appointments to the Committee. To ensure that the recommendations of the Committee have taken into account the needs of the diverse groups served by the Department, membership will include, to the extent practicable, individuals, with demonstrated ability to represent minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The Secretary of Treasury will review the recommended candidates and make final selections. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: January 19, 2010. Angela D. Kraus, Chief, Relationship Management. [FR Doc. 2010–1704 Filed 1–27–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Advisory Committee on Women Veterans; Notice of Meeting The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under Public Law 92– 463 (Federal Advisory Committee Act) that a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Women Veterans will be held on February 9–11, 2010, in Room 230 at VA Central Office, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC, from 8:30 until 4:30 p.m. each day. The meeting is open to the public. The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary of Veterans Affairs regarding the needs of women Veterans with respect to health care, rehabilitation, compensation, outreach, and other programs and activities administered by VA designed to meet such needs. The Committee makes recommendations to the Secretary regarding such programs and activities. E:\FR\FM\28JAN1.SGM 28JAN1 4632 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 18 / Thursday, January 28, 2010 / Notices The agenda will include an overview of issues related to women Veterans, VA’s Women Veterans Health Strategic Health Care Group, updates on recommendations from the Committee’s 2008 report, an update on mental health issues, briefings on VA’s outreach to women Veterans, an overview of VA’s administrations, and a visit to Capitol Hill. Any member of the public wishing to attend should contact Ms. Shannon L. Middleton at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Women Veterans (00W), 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420, by phone at (202) 461–6193, or fax at (202) 273– 7092, or e-mail at 00W@mail.va.gov. Interested persons may attend, appear before, or file statements with the Committee. Written statements must be filed before the meeting, or within 10 days after the meeting. Dated: January 22, 2010. By Direction of the Secretary: Vivian Drake, Acting Committee Management Officer. BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFFAIRS BILLING CODE P Voluntary Service National Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES Advisory Committee on Disability Compensation; Notice of Meeting The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under Public Law 92– 463 (Federal Advisory Committee Act) that the Advisory Committee on Disability Compensation will meet on February 22–23, 2010, in the Carlton Ballroom at the St. Regis, 923 16th and K Streets, NW., Washington, DC, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on the maintenance and periodic readjustment of the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities. The Committee is to assemble and review relevant information relating to the nature and character of disabilities arising from service in the Armed Forces, provide an ongoing assessment of the effectiveness of the rating schedule and give advice on the most appropriate means of responding to the needs of veterans relating to disability compensation. On both days, the Committee will receive briefings on issues related to compensation for Veterans with serviceconnected disabilities and other Veteran benefits programs. On the afternoon of February 22, time will be allocated for receiving public comments which will be limited to three minutes each. 17:16 Jan 27, 2010 Jkt 220001 Dated: January 25, 2010. By Direction of the Secretary. Vivian Drake, Acting Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. 2010–1763 Filed 1–27–10; 8:45 am] [FR Doc. 2010–1716 Filed 1–27–10; 8:45 am] VerDate Nov<24>2008 Individuals wishing to make oral statements before the Committee will be accommodated on a first-come, firstserved basis. Individuals who speak are invited to submit 1–2 page summaries of their comments at the time of the meeting for inclusion in the official meeting record. The public may submit written statements for the Committee’s review to Ms. Ersie Farber, Designated Federal Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration (211A), 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420. Any member of the public wishing to attend the meeting or seeking additional information should contact Ms. Farber at (202) 461– 9728 or Ersie.farber@va.gov. The Department of Veterans Affairs gives notice under Public Law 92–463 (Federal Advisory Committee Act) that the annual meeting of the Department of Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) National Advisory Committee (NAC) will be held April 7–9, 2010, at the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, 151 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. On April 7, the meeting will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 12 noon. On April 8–9, the meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. The Committee, comprised of sixty national voluntary organizations, advises the Secretary, through the Under Secretary for Health, on the coordination and promotion of volunteer activities within VA health care facilities. The primary purposes of this meeting are to provide for Committee review of volunteer policies and procedures; to accommodate full and open communications between organization representatives and the Voluntary Service Office and field staff; to provide educational opportunities geared towards improving volunteer programs with special emphasis on methods to recruit, retain, place, motivate, and recognize volunteers; and to approve Committee recommendations. The April 7 session will include a National Executive Committee Meeting, PO 00000 Frm 00110 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Health Fair, VAVS Representative and Deputy training, and the opening awards dinner (requires prepayment) featuring the keynote address, recognition of the recipients of the American Spirit Awards, VAVS Award for Excellence, and the NAC Volunteer of the Year Awards. The April 8 business session will include remarks from local officials, the Voluntary Service Report, Veterans Health Administration Update, and remarks by VA officials on suicide prevention, palliative care, medical home and social work service. Educational workshops will be held in the afternoon and focus on respite care, disabled volunteers, cultural transformation, and assisting homeless veterans. On April 9, the educational workshops will be repeated in the morning and the business session will be held in the afternoon and will include subcommittee reports, a presentation on orientation, an inspirational presentation on perseverance, and closing remarks from the Chairman. The James H. Parke Memorial Scholarship recipient will be honored at the Parke Awards dinner (requires prepayment) to be held at 6 p.m. No time will be allocated at this meeting for receiving oral presentations from the public. However, interested persons may either attend or file statements with the Committee. Written statements may be filed either before the meeting or within 10 days after the meeting and addressed to Ms. Laura B. Balun, Director, Voluntary Service Office (10C2), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420. Individuals interested in attending are encouraged to contact Ms. Balun at (202) 461–7300. Dated: January 25, 2010. By Direction of the Secretary. Vivian Drake, Acting Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. 2010–1736 Filed 1–27–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records AGENCY: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). ACTION: Notice to delete system of records. SUMMARY: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is deleting a system of records entitled ‘‘Veterans and E:\FR\FM\28JAN1.SGM 28JAN1

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[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 18 (Thursday, January 28, 2010)]
[Notices]
[Pages 4631-4632]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-1716]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS


Advisory Committee on Women Veterans; Notice of Meeting

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under Public 
Law 92-463 (Federal Advisory Committee Act) that a meeting of the 
Advisory Committee on Women Veterans will be held on February 9-11, 
2010, in Room 230 at VA Central Office, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., 
Washington, DC, from 8:30 until 4:30 p.m. each day. The meeting is open 
to the public.
    The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary of Veterans 
Affairs regarding the needs of women Veterans with respect to health 
care, rehabilitation, compensation, outreach, and other programs and 
activities administered by VA designed to meet such needs. The 
Committee makes recommendations to the Secretary regarding such 
programs and activities.

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    The agenda will include an overview of issues related to women 
Veterans, VA's Women Veterans Health Strategic Health Care Group, 
updates on recommendations from the Committee's 2008 report, an update 
on mental health issues, briefings on VA's outreach to women Veterans, 
an overview of VA's administrations, and a visit to Capitol Hill.
    Any member of the public wishing to attend should contact Ms. 
Shannon L. Middleton at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for 
Women Veterans (00W), 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420, by 
phone at (202) 461-6193, or fax at (202) 273-7092, or e-mail at 
00W@mail.va.gov. Interested persons may attend, appear before, or file 
statements with the Committee. Written statements must be filed before 
the meeting, or within 10 days after the meeting.

    Dated: January 22, 2010.

    By Direction of the Secretary:
Vivian Drake,
Acting Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2010-1716 Filed 1-27-10; 8:45 am]
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