Computer Matching Program Between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD), 30915-30916 [2010-13147]

Download as PDF sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 105 / Wednesday, June 2, 2010 / Notices collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on data needed to improve workforce recruitment and retention. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before August 2, 2010. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at https://www.Regulations.gov; or to Mary Stout, Veterans Health Administration (193E1), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420 or e-mail: mary.stout@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–New (VA Form 10– 0487)’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mary Stout (202) 461–5867 or FAX (202) 273–9381. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from 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, VHA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VHA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VHA’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. Title: Six-Month Post-Exit Focus Interview of Former VHA Employees, VA Form 10–0487. OMB Control Number: 2900–New (VA Form 10–0487). Type of Review: New collection. Abstract: VHA will conduct a postexit interview with former employees who separated from the Agency. The data collected will be used to develop talent management strategies to enhance workforce recruitment and retention. Affected Public: Individuals or Households. Estimated Annual Burden: 375. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 15 minutes. VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:08 Jun 01, 2010 Jkt 220001 Frequency of Response: One time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,500. Dated: May 27, 2010. By direction of the Secretary: Denise McLamb, Program Analyst, Enterprise Records Service. [FR Doc. 2010–13259 Filed 6–1–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0144] Proposed Information Collection (HUD/ VA Addendum to Uniform Residential Loan Application) Activity: Comment Request AGENCY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), 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 proposed 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 apply for a home loan guaranty. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before August 2, 2010. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at https://www.Regulations.gov or to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M35), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20420 or e-mail nancy.kessinger@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0144’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 461–9769 or FAX (202) 275–5947. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of PO 00000 Frm 00146 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 30915 Management and Budget 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, VBA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’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. Title: HUD/VA Addendum to Uniform Residential Loan Application, VA Form 26–1802a. OMB Control Number: 2900–0144. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: VA Form 26–1802a serves as a joint loan application for both VA and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Lenders and veterans complete the form to apply for home loans. Affected Public: Individuals or Households. Estimated Annual Burden: 20,000 hours. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 6 minutes. Frequency of Response: One time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 200,000. Dated: May 27, 2010. By direction of the Secretary. Denise McLamb, Program Analyst, Enterprise Records Service. [FR Doc. 2010–13258 Filed 6–1–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Computer Matching Program Between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) Department of Veterans Affairs. Notice of new computer matching program. AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to conduct a new recurring computer matching program. This will match personnel records of the Department of Defense with VA records E:\FR\FM\02JNN1.SGM 02JNN1 30916 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 105 / Wednesday, June 2, 2010 / Notices sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with NOTICES of benefit recipients under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The goal of these matches is to identify the eligibility status of Veterans, Servicemembers, and reservists, and eligible dependents who have applied for or who are receiving education benefit payments under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The purpose of the match is to enable VA to verify that individuals meet the conditions of military service and eligibility criteria for payment of benefits determined by VA under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. DATES: This match will commence on or about July 2, 2010. At the expiration of 18 months after the commencing date the Departments may renew the agreement for another 12 months. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Eric Patterson (225B), Strategy and Legislative Development Team Leader, Education Service, Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, (202) 461–9830. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Further information regarding the matching program is provided below. This information is required by paragraph 6c of the ‘‘Guidelines on the Conduct of Matching Programs’’ issued by the Office VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:08 Jun 01, 2010 Jkt 220001 of Management and Budget (OMB) (54 FR 25818), as amended by OMB Circular A–130, 65 FR 77677 (2000). A copy of the notice has been provided to both Houses of Congress and OMB. The matching program is subject to their review. a. Names of participating agencies: Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs. b. Purpose of the match: The purpose of the match is to enable VA to determine whether an applicant is eligible for payment of benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill and to verify continued compliance with the requirements of the program. c. Authority: The authority to conduct this match is found in 38 U.S.C. 3684A(a)(1). d. Categories of records and individuals covered: The records covered include eligibility records extracted from DOD personnel files and benefit records that VA establishes for all individuals who have applied for and/or are receiving, or have received education benefit payments under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. These benefit records are contained in a VA system of records identified as 58VA21/22/28 entitled: Compensation, Pension, Education and PO 00000 Frm 00147 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 9990 Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Records—VA, published in the Federal Register at 74 FR 29275 (June 19, 2009), and last amended at 75 FR (April 27, 2010). e. Inclusive dates of the matching program: The match will begin on July 2, 2010 or 40 days after the OMB review period, whichever is later, and continue in effect for 18 months. f. Address for receipt of public inquiries or comments: Interested individuals may submit written comments to the Director, Regulations Management (02REG), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, NW., Room 1068, Washington, DC 20420; fax to (202) 273–9026; or through https://www.Regulations.gov. All comments received will be available for public inspection in the Office of Regulation Policy and Management, Room 1063B, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (except holidays). Please call (202) 461–4902 for an appointment. Approved: May 20, 2010. John R. Gingrich, Chief of Staff, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2010–13147 Filed 6–1–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P E:\FR\FM\02JNN1.SGM 02JNN1

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[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 105 (Wednesday, June 2, 2010)]
[Notices]
[Pages 30915-30916]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-13147]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS


Computer Matching Program Between the Department of Veterans 
Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD)

AGENCY: Department of Veterans Affairs.

ACTION: Notice of new computer matching program.

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SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Department of Veterans Affairs 
(VA) intends to conduct a new recurring computer matching program. This 
will match personnel records of the Department of Defense with VA 
records

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of benefit recipients under the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
    The goal of these matches is to identify the eligibility status of 
Veterans, Servicemembers, and reservists, and eligible dependents who 
have applied for or who are receiving education benefit payments under 
the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The purpose of the match is to enable VA to 
verify that individuals meet the conditions of military service and 
eligibility criteria for payment of benefits determined by VA under the 
Post-9/11 GI Bill.

DATES: This match will commence on or about July 2, 2010. At the 
expiration of 18 months after the commencing date the Departments may 
renew the agreement for another 12 months.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Eric Patterson (225B), Strategy and 
Legislative Development Team Leader, Education Service, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, (202) 461-9830.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Further information regarding the matching 
program is provided below. This information is required by paragraph 6c 
of the ``Guidelines on the Conduct of Matching Programs'' issued by the 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) (54 FR 25818), as amended by OMB 
Circular A-130, 65 FR 77677 (2000). A copy of the notice has been 
provided to both Houses of Congress and OMB. The matching program is 
subject to their review.
    a. Names of participating agencies: Department of Defense and 
Department of Veterans Affairs.
    b. Purpose of the match: The purpose of the match is to enable VA 
to determine whether an applicant is eligible for payment of benefits 
under the Post-9/11 GI Bill and to verify continued compliance with the 
requirements of the program.
    c. Authority: The authority to conduct this match is found in 38 
U.S.C. 3684A(a)(1).
    d. Categories of records and individuals covered: The records 
covered include eligibility records extracted from DOD personnel files 
and benefit records that VA establishes for all individuals who have 
applied for and/or are receiving, or have received education benefit 
payments under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. These benefit records are 
contained in a VA system of records identified as 58VA21/22/28 
entitled: Compensation, Pension, Education and Vocational 
Rehabilitation and Employment Records--VA, published in the Federal 
Register at 74 FR 29275 (June 19, 2009), and last amended at 75 FR 
(April 27, 2010).
    e. Inclusive dates of the matching program: The match will begin on 
July 2, 2010 or 40 days after the OMB review period, whichever is 
later, and continue in effect for 18 months.
    f. Address for receipt of public inquiries or comments: Interested 
individuals may submit written comments to the Director, Regulations 
Management (02REG), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue, 
NW., Room 1068, Washington, DC 20420; fax to (202) 273-9026; or through 
https://www.Regulations.gov. All comments received will be available for 
public inspection in the Office of Regulation Policy and Management, 
Room 1063B, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through 
Friday (except holidays). Please call (202) 461-4902 for an 
appointment.

    Approved: May 20, 2010.
John R. Gingrich,
Chief of Staff, Department of Veterans Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2010-13147 Filed 6-1-10; 8:45 am]
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