Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request, 66166-66167 [2010-27148]

Download as PDF 66166 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 207 / Wednesday, October 27, 2010 / Notices In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) invites the general public and Federal agencies to comment on the renewal of the SF–LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities. Although OMB proposes no changes to the SF–LLL as part of this notice, we are seeking public comments on whether changes are warranted. We are particularly interested in comments on whether the information collected in the forms could be more consistent with other similar governmentwide information collections or whether additional information should be collected to further the aims of government transparency. DATES: Comments must be received by November 26, 2010. Due to potential delays in OMB’s receipt and processing of mail sent through the U.S. Postal Service, we encourage respondents to submit comments electronically to ensure timely receipt. We cannot guarantee that comments mailed will be received before the comment closing date. SUMMARY: Comments may be sent to regulations.gov, a Federal E-Government Web site that allows the public to find, review, and submit comments on documents that agencies have published in the Federal Register and that are open for comment. Simply type ‘‘SF– LLL renewal-10’’ (in quotes) in the Comment or Submission search box, click Go, and follow the instructions for submitting comments. Comments received by the date specified above will be included as part of the official record. Marguerite Pridgen, Office of Federal Financial Management, Office of Management and Budget, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503; telephone 202–395–7844; fax 202–395– 3952; e-mail mpridgen@omb.eop.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Marguerite Pridgen at the addresses noted above. OMB Control No.: 0348–0046. Title: Disclosure of Lobbying Activities. Form No.: SF–LLL. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Respondents: Contractors, States, Local Governments, Universities, NonProfit Organizations, For-Profit Organizations, Individuals. Number of Responses: 1,000. Estimated Time per Response: 10 minutes. Needs and Uses: The SF–LLL is the standard disclosure form for lobbying paid for with non-Federal funds, as srobinson on DSKHWCL6B1PROD with NOTICES ADDRESSES: VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:00 Oct 26, 2010 Jkt 223001 required by the Byrd Amendment and amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. The Federal awarding agencies use information reported on this form for the award and general management of Federal contracts and assistance program awards. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request Debra J. Bond, Deputy Controller. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). ACTION: Notice. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: SUMMARY: I. Summary of Comments and Responses On June 22, 2010, OMB published in the Federal Register a notice seeking comments on the Standard form LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (SF– LLL) in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act [75 FR 35507]. OMB Watch, Project on Government Oversight, Sunlight Foundation, and Thomas M. Susman submitted their combined comments in a single letter (‘‘proposal’’) dated August 19, 2010. Their comments were the only comments received in response to the June 22 notice and included recommendations for major changes to the system of disclosing lobbying activities. In summary, the August 19 proposal recommends expanding the information collected by the SF–LLL; raising the thresholds for reporting from $100,000 and $150,000 to $250,000; adding a form and process for government employees to report contacts with lobbyists; posting SF–LLL content from electronic submissions on a centralized, public, searchable Web site within three days of receiving it; and creating a system to ensure enforcement of the new reporting requirements. II. Next Steps The August 19 proposal, which can be viewed at regulations.gov, includes several recommendations that would require changes in policy and the process of lobbying disclosure that cannot be implemented before the SF– LLL expires. Therefore, the SF–LLL will be renewed without change to prevent any disruption in collecting lobbying disclosure information by Executive Branch agencies. Concurrent with the renewal without change, the August 19 proposal will be carefully reviewed and assessed for further action separate from this renewal process. [FR Doc. 2010–27153 Filed 10–26–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P PO 00000 Frm 00107 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 AGENCY: NARA is giving public notice that the agency has submitted to OMB for approval the information collection described in this notice. The public is invited to comment on the proposed information collection pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. DATES: Written comments must be submitted to OMB at the address below on or before November 26, 2010 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Send comments to Mr. Nicholas A. Fraser, Desk Officer for NARA, Office of Management and Budget, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503; fax: 202–395– 5167; or electronically mailed to Nicholas_A._Fraser@omb.eop.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the proposed information collection and supporting statement should be directed to Tamee Fechhelm at telephone number 301–837–1694 or fax number 301–713–7409. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13), NARA invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed information collections. NARA published a notice of proposed collection for this information collection on August 4, 2010 (75 FR 47029 and 47030). No comments were received. NARA has submitted the described information collection to OMB for approval. In response to this notice, comments and suggestions should address one or more of the following points: (a) Whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of NARA; (b) the accuracy of NARA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; (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 the use of information technology; and (e) whether small businesses are affected by this collection. In this notice, NARA is soliciting comments concerning the following information collections: E:\FR\FM\27OCN1.SGM 27OCN1 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 207 / Wednesday, October 27, 2010 / Notices Title: Item Approval Request List. OMB number: 3095–0025. Agency form number: NA Form 14110. Type of review: Regular. Affected public: Business or for-profit, nonprofit organizations and institutions, federal, state and local government agencies, and individuals or households. Estimated number of respondents: 2,616. Estimated time per response: 15 minutes. Frequency of response: On occasion. Estimated total annual burden hours: 654 hours. Abstract: The information collection is prescribed by 36 CFR 1254.72. The collection is prepared by researchers who cannot visit the appropriate NARA research room or who request copies of records as a result of visiting a research room. NARA offers limited provisions to obtain copies of records by mail and requires requests to be made on prescribed forms for certain bodies of records. NARA uses the Item Approval Request List form to track reproduction requests and to provide information for customers and vendors. Dated: October 18, 2010. Charles K. Piercy, Acting Assistant Archivist for Information Services. [FR Doc. 2010–27148 Filed 10–26–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7515–01–P NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request ACTION: Notice. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104– 13 (44 USC U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), and as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, the National Science Foundation invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on this information collection. Comments: 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 shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and (d) ways to srobinson on DSKHWCL6B1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:00 Oct 26, 2010 Jkt 223001 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. Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval of this information collection; they also will become a matter of public record. DATES: Written comments should be received by December 27, 2010 to be assured of consideration. Comments received after that date will be considered to the extent practicable. ADDRESSES: Written comments regarding the information collection and requests for copies of the proposed information collection request should be addressed to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Rm. 295, Arlington, VA 22230, or by e-mail to splimpto@nsf.gov. For Additional Information or Comments: Contact Suzanne Plimpton, the NSF Reports Clearance Officer, phone (703) 292–7556, or send e-mail to splimpto@nsf.gov. Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1– 800–877–8339, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year (including Federal holidays). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Outcomes Survey. OMB Approval Number: 3145–NEW. Expiration Date of Approval: Not applicable. Abstract The National Science Foundation (NSF) Act of 1950 (Pub. L. 507–81st Congress, as amended) stated that ‘‘ * * * it shall be an objective of the Foundation to strengthen science and engineering research potential and education at all levels throughout the United States; and avoid undue concentration of such research and education, respectively.’’ This Congressional directive recognized the inherent value of a truly national scientific and engineering (S&E) research enterprise. Over time, however, the nation’s S&E efforts became concentrated geographically, focusing primarily on a limited number of major research universities. The NSF’s resources became concentrated to the point where in 1977, in response to congressional concerns; the National Science Board established a task force to PO 00000 Frm 00108 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 66167 examine the geographical distribution of NSF awards. The issue was discussed at the 195th meeting of the NSB. Approval was requested for initiation of a program designed to ‘‘stimulate competitive research in regions of the country that were less able to compete successfully for research funds.’’ In 1978 the NSB approved a resolution (NSB–78–12) establishing the Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) and the general guidelines for its management. The mission of EPSCoR is to assist the National Science Foundation in its statutory function ‘‘to strengthen research and education in science and engineering throughout the United States and to avoid undue concentration of such research and education.’’ The EPSCoR goals are to: (1) Provide strategic programs and opportunities for EPSCoR participants that stimulate sustainable improvements in their R&D capacity and competitiveness; and (2) advance science and engineering capabilities in EPSCoR jurisdictions for discovery, innovation, and overall knowledge-based prosperity. The EPSCoR objectives are to: (1) Catalyze key research themes and related activities within and among EPSCoR jurisdictions that empower knowledge generation, dissemination and application; (2) activate effective jurisdictional and regional collaborations among academic, government and private sector stakeholders that advance scientific research, promote innovation and provide multiple societal benefits; (3) broaden participation in science and engineering by institutions, organizations and people within and among EPSCoR jurisdictions; and (4) use EPSCoR for development, implementation and evaluation of future programmatic experiments that motivate positive change and progression. Expected Respondents The respondents will be current and former EPSCoR awardees based at academic; state and local governments; and non-profit organizations. Quantitative procedures will be fielded using web-based modes. Up to 200 EPSCoR awardees will be contacted to request their participation in the survey. As needed, each EPSCoR awardee will be contacted with reminders to complete the survey no more than twice during the survey’s duration under this generic clearance. Technology will be heavily utilized to limit the burden on respondents. E:\FR\FM\27OCN1.SGM 27OCN1

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[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 207 (Wednesday, October 27, 2010)]
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NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION


Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB 
Review; Comment Request

AGENCY: National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: NARA is giving public notice that the agency has submitted to 
OMB for approval the information collection described in this notice. 
The public is invited to comment on the proposed information collection 
pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

DATES: Written comments must be submitted to OMB at the address below 
on or before November 26, 2010 to be assured of consideration.

ADDRESSES: Send comments to Mr. Nicholas A. Fraser, Desk Officer for 
NARA, Office of Management and Budget, New Executive Office Building, 
Washington, DC 20503; fax: 202-395-5167; or electronically mailed to 
Nicholas_A._Fraser@omb.eop.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or 
copies of the proposed information collection and supporting statement 
should be directed to Tamee Fechhelm at telephone number 301-837-1694 
or fax number 301-713-7409.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 
1995 (Pub. L. 104-13), NARA invites the general public and other 
Federal agencies to comment on proposed information collections. NARA 
published a notice of proposed collection for this information 
collection on August 4, 2010 (75 FR 47029 and 47030). No comments were 
received. NARA has submitted the described information collection to 
OMB for approval.
    In response to this notice, comments and suggestions should address 
one or more of the following points: (a) Whether the proposed 
information collection is necessary for the proper performance of the 
functions of NARA; (b) the accuracy of NARA's estimate of the burden of 
the proposed information collection; (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 the use of information technology; and (e) whether small 
businesses are affected by this collection. In this notice, NARA is 
soliciting comments concerning the following information collections:

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    Title: Item Approval Request List.
    OMB number: 3095-0025.
    Agency form number: NA Form 14110.
    Type of review: Regular.
    Affected public: Business or for-profit, nonprofit organizations 
and institutions, federal, state and local government agencies, and 
individuals or households.
    Estimated number of respondents: 2,616.
    Estimated time per response: 15 minutes.
    Frequency of response: On occasion.
    Estimated total annual burden hours: 654 hours.
    Abstract: The information collection is prescribed by 36 CFR 
1254.72. The collection is prepared by researchers who cannot visit the 
appropriate NARA research room or who request copies of records as a 
result of visiting a research room. NARA offers limited provisions to 
obtain copies of records by mail and requires requests to be made on 
prescribed forms for certain bodies of records. NARA uses the Item 
Approval Request List form to track reproduction requests and to 
provide information for customers and vendors.

    Dated: October 18, 2010.
Charles K. Piercy,
Acting Assistant Archivist for Information Services.
[FR Doc. 2010-27148 Filed 10-26-10; 8:45 am]
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