Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request, 27979-27980 [2010-12003]

Download as PDF 27979 Notices Federal Register Vol. 75, No. 96 Wednesday, May 19, 2010 This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains documents other than rules or proposed rules that are applicable to the public. Notices of hearings and investigations, committee meetings, agency decisions and rulings, delegations of authority, filing of petitions and applications and agency statements of organization and functions are examples of documents appearing in this section. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES May 14, 2010. The Department of Agriculture has submitted the following information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13. Comments regarding (a) whether the 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 burden including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Desk Officer for Agriculture, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Pamela_Beverly_OIRA_ Submission@OMB.EOP.GOV or fax (202) 395–5806 and to Departmental Clearance Office, USDA, OCIO, Mail Stop 7602, Washington, DC 20250– 7602. Comments regarding these information collections are best assured of having their full effect if received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling (202) 720–8958. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such persons are not required to respond to VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:07 May 18, 2010 Jkt 220001 the collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. National Institute of Food and Agriculture Ruth Brown, Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. 2010–11981 Filed 5–18–10; 8:45 am] PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request May 14, 2010. Title: 4–H Enrollment Report. OMB Control Number: 0524–0045. Summary of Collection: The mission of the National 4–H Headquarters; National Institute of Food and Agriculture, United States Department of Agriculture; is to advance knowledge for agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, and communities by creating opportunities for youth. 4– H is the premier youth development program of the United States Department of Agriculture. Originating in the early 1900’s as ‘‘four-square education,’’ the 4–H’s (head-hearthands-health) seek to promote positive youth development, facilitate learning and engage youth in the work of their community to enhance the quality of life. Need and Use of the Information: The annual 4–H Enrollment Report is the principal means by which the 4–H movement can keep track of its progress, as well as emerging needs, potential problems and opportunities. All of the information necessary to run the 4–H program is collected from individuals clubs, and other units. The following information will be collected: (1) Youth enrollment totals by delivery mode; (2) youth enrollment totals by type of 4–H activity; (3) youth enrollment totals by school grade; (4) youth enrollment totals by gender; (5) youth enrollment totals by place of residence; (6) adult volunteer totals; (7) youth volunteer totals; and (8) youth enrollment totals by race and ethnicity. Without the information it would be impossible to justify federal funding for the 4–H program. Description of Respondents: State, Local or Tribal Government. Number of Respondents: 56. Frequency of Responses: Reporting: Annually. Total Burden Hours: 56. BILLING CODE 3410–09–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE The Department of Agriculture has submitted the following information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13. Comments regarding (a) whether the 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 burden including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Desk Officer for Agriculture, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), OIRA_Submission@OMB.EOP.GOV or fax (202) 395–5806 and to Departmental Clearance Office, USDA, OCIO, Mail Stop 7602, Washington, DC 20250– 7602. Comments regarding these information collections are best assured of having their full effect if received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling (202) 720–8958. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such persons are not required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. Farm Service Agency Title: Web-Based Supply Chain System (WBSCM). OMB Control Number: 0560–0177. Summary of Collection: The WebBased Supply Chain System (WBSCM) is a new procurement system in E:\FR\FM\19MYN1.SGM 19MYN1 27980 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 96 / Wednesday, May 19, 2010 / Notices development to replace the current Commodity Operations Systems for several USDA agencies, and the United States Agency for International Development. The Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954, as amended, (Title II, Pub. L. 480), Section 416(b) of the Agricultural Act of 1949, as amended (Section 416(b)), and the Food for Progress Act of 1985, as amended (for Food for Progress) authorizes Commodity Management Division and International Procurement Division to prepare and issue announcement for the purchase of grain, procure, sell, and transport agricultural commodities, and obtain discharge/ delivery survey information. Contractors, vendors, and steamship companies submit competitive offers for agricultural commodities and services. The Farm Service Agency (FSA) will collect information using WBSCM and some forms. Need and Use of the Information: The information collected will enable Kansas City Commodity Office (KCCO) to evaluate offers impartially, purchase or sell commodities, and obtain services to meet domestic and export program needs. Without the information KCCO could not meet program requirements. Description of Respondents: Business or other for-profit. Number of Respondents: 829. Frequency of Responses: Recordkeeping; Reporting: On occasion; Quarterly; Weekly; Semi-annually; Monthly; Annually; Other (Bi-weekly & Bi-monthly). Total Burden Hours: 1,066. Ruth Brown, Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. 2010–12003 Filed 5–18–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–05–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES Request for Extension and Revision of a Currently Approved Information Collection Under the Packers and Stockyards Act AGENCY: Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, USDA. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: This notice announces the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration’s (GIPSA) intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of a currently VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:07 May 18, 2010 Jkt 220001 approved information collection in support of the reporting and recordkeeping requirements under the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921, as amended and supplemented (P&S Act). This approval is required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). DATES: We will consider comments that we receive by July 19, 2010. ADDRESSES: We invite you to submit comments on this notice. You may submit comments by any of the following methods: • E-Mail: comments.gipsa@usda.gov. • Mail: Tess Butler, GIPSA, USDA, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Room 1647–S, Washington, DC 20250–3604. • Fax: (202) 690–2755. • Hand Delivery or Courier: Deliver comments to: Tess Butler, GIPSA, USDA, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Room 1647–S, Washington, DC 20250–3604. • Internet: Go to https:// www.regulations.gov and follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Instructions: All comments should be identified as ‘‘P&S Act Information Collection,’’ and should reference the date and page number of this issue of the Federal Register. Information collection package and other documents relating to this action will be available for public inspection in Room 1643–S, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20250–3604 during regular business hours. All comments will be available for public inspection in the above office during regular business hours (7 CFR 1.27(b)). Please call the Management and Budget Services Staff of GIPSA at (202) 720–7486 to arrange to inspect comments. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For information regarding the information collection activities and the use of the information, contact Catherine Grasso by telephone at (202) 720–7201, or by Email at Catherine.M.Grasso@usda.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: GIPSA administers and enforces the P&S Act (7 U.S.C. 181–229, 229c). The P&S Act prohibits unfair, deceptive, and fraudulent practices by livestock market agencies, dealers, stockyard owners, meat packers, swine contractors, and live poultry dealers in the livestock, poultry, and meatpacking industries. Title: Packers and Stockyards Program Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements. OMB Number: 0580–0015. Expiration Date of Approval: January 31, 2011. PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 9990 Type of Request: Extension and revision of a currently approved information collection. Abstract: The P&S Act and the regulations issued under the P&S Act authorize the collection of information for the purpose of enforcing the P&S Act and regulations and for conducting studies requested by Congress. GIPSA needs this information in order to carry out its responsibilities under the P&S Act. The information is necessary for GIPSA to monitor and examine financial, competitive, and trade practices in the livestock, meat packing and poultry industries. The purpose of this notice is to solicit comments from the public concerning GIPSA’s information collection. Estimate of Burden: Public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 8.5 hours per response. Respondents (Affected Public): Livestock auction markets, livestock dealers, packer buyers, meat packers, and live poultry dealers. Estimated Number of Respondents: 10,950. Estimated Number of Responses per Respondent: 3.3. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 307,148 hours. As required by the PRA (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)) and its implementing regulations (5 CFR 1320.8(d)(1)(i)), GIPSA specifically requests comments on: (1) 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; (2) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (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 those who are to respond, including the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology. All responses to this notice will be summarized and included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3506 and 5 CFR 1320.8. J. Dudley Butler, Administrator, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration. [FR Doc. 2010–11992 Filed 5–18–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–KD–P E:\FR\FM\19MYN1.SGM 19MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 96 (Wednesday, May 19, 2010)]
[Notices]
[Pages 27979-27980]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-12003]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE


Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

 May 14, 2010.
    The Department of Agriculture has submitted the following 
information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance 
under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13. Comments 
regarding (a) whether the 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 burden including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, 
utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to 
minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are 
to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, 
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Desk 
Officer for Agriculture, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB), OIRA_Submission@OMB.EOP.GOV or 
fax (202) 395-5806 and to Departmental Clearance Office, USDA, OCIO, 
Mail Stop 7602, Washington, DC 20250-7602. Comments regarding these 
information collections are best assured of having their full effect if 
received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the 
submission(s) may be obtained by calling (202) 720-8958.
    An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information 
unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB 
control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to 
respond to the collection of information that such persons are not 
required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays 
a currently valid OMB control number.

Farm Service Agency

    Title: Web-Based Supply Chain System (WBSCM).
    OMB Control Number: 0560-0177.
    Summary of Collection: The Web-Based Supply Chain System (WBSCM) is 
a new procurement system in

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development to replace the current Commodity Operations Systems for 
several USDA agencies, and the United States Agency for International 
Development. The Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 
1954, as amended, (Title II, Pub. L. 480), Section 416(b) of the 
Agricultural Act of 1949, as amended (Section 416(b)), and the Food for 
Progress Act of 1985, as amended (for Food for Progress) authorizes 
Commodity Management Division and International Procurement Division to 
prepare and issue announcement for the purchase of grain, procure, 
sell, and transport agricultural commodities, and obtain discharge/
delivery survey information. Contractors, vendors, and steamship 
companies submit competitive offers for agricultural commodities and 
services. The Farm Service Agency (FSA) will collect information using 
WBSCM and some forms.
    Need and Use of the Information: The information collected will 
enable Kansas City Commodity Office (KCCO) to evaluate offers 
impartially, purchase or sell commodities, and obtain services to meet 
domestic and export program needs. Without the information KCCO could 
not meet program requirements.
    Description of Respondents: Business or other for-profit.
    Number of Respondents: 829.
    Frequency of Responses: Recordkeeping; Reporting: On occasion; 
Quarterly; Weekly; Semi-annually; Monthly; Annually; Other (Bi-weekly & 
Bi-monthly).
    Total Burden Hours: 1,066.

Ruth Brown,
Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer.
[FR Doc. 2010-12003 Filed 5-18-10; 8:45 am]
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