Agency Information Collection Request; 60-Day Public Comment Request, 20987-20988 [2011-9062]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 72 / Thursday, April 14, 2011 / Notices mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES ROUTINE USES OF THE SYSTEM RECORDS, INCLUDING CATEGORIES OF USERS AND THEIR PURPOSES FOR USING THE SYSTEM: In addition to the purpose for this system of records, information from this system also may be disclosed as a routine use: a. In any criminal, civil or administrative legal proceeding, where pertinent, to which GSA, a GSA employee, or the United States or other entity of the United States Government is a party before a court or administrative body. b. To a Federal, State, local, or foreign agency responsible for investigating, prosecuting, enforcing, or carrying out a statute, rule, regulation, or order when GSA becomes aware of a violation or potential violation of civil or criminal law or regulation; or to an agency, individual or organization, if there is reason to believe that such agency, individual or organization possesses information or is responsible for acquiring information relating to the investigation, trial or hearing, and the dissemination is reasonably necessary to elicit such information or to obtain the cooperation of a witness or an informant. c. To an appeal, grievance, hearing, or complaints examiner; an equal employment opportunity investigator, arbitrator, or mediator; and/or an exclusive representative or other person authorized to investigate or settle a grievance, complaint, or appeal filed by an individual who is the subject of the record. d. To the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and the Government Accountability Office (GAO) in accordance with their responsibilities for evaluating Federal programs. e. To a Member of Congress or his or her staff on behalf of and at the request of the individual who is the subject of the record. f. To an expert, consultant, or contractor of GSA in the performance of a Federal duty related to the contract or appointment to which the information is relevant. g. To the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) for records management purposes. h. To appropriate agencies, entities, and persons when (1) the Agency suspects or has confirmed that the security or confidentiality of information in the system of records has been compromised, (2) the Agency has determined that as a result of the suspected or confirmed compromise there is a risk of harm to economic or property interests, identity theft or VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:34 Apr 13, 2011 Jkt 223001 fraud, or harm to the security or integrity of this system or other systems or programs (whether maintained by GSA or another agency or entity) that rely upon the compromised information, and (3) the disclosure made to such agencies, entities, and persons is reasonably necessary to assist in connection with GSA’s efforts to respond to the suspected or confirmed compromise and prevent, minimize or remedy such harm. 20987 information submitted by individuals or their representatives, information gathered from public sources, and information from other entities or individuals involved in the cases or matters. [FR Doc. 2011–9022 Filed 4–13–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6820–34–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR STORING, RETRIEVING, ACCESSING, AND RETAINING, AND DISPOSING OF SYSTEM RECORDS: [Document Identifier: OS–0990–New; 30-day notice] STORAGE: Agency Information Collection Request; 60-Day Public Comment Request Records are maintained in paper and/ or electronic form in the Office of General Counsel. RETRIEVABILITY: Records may be retrieved based on any information captured, including but not limited to: name, case name, and social security number. SAFEGUARDS: Access is limited to authorized individuals with passwords or keys. Electronic files are maintained behind a GSA firewall certified by the National Computer Security Association, and paper files are stored in locked rooms or filing cabinets. RETENTION AND DISPOSAL: System records are retained and disposed of according to GSA records maintenance and disposition schedules and the requirements of the National Archives and Records Administration. SYSTEM MANAGER AND ADDRESS: Office of General Counsel, General Services Administration, 1275 First St., NE., Washington, DC 20417. OGC may also be contacted via telephone at (202) 501–2200. NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE: Individuals wishing to inquire if the system contains information about them should contact the system manager at the above address. RECORD ACCESS PROCEDURES: Individuals wishing to access their own records should contact the system manager at the address above. CONTESTING RECORD PROCEDURE: Individuals wishing to amend their records should contact the system manager at the address above. Applicable regulations are located at 41 CFR 105–64. RECORD SOURCE CATEGORIES: The sources for information in the system are data from other systems, PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Office of the Secretary, HHS. In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of the Secretary (OS), Department of Health and Human Services, is publishing the following summary of a proposed information collection request for public comment. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including any of the following subjects: (1) The necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the agency’s functions; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden. To obtain copies of the supporting statement and any related forms for the proposed paperwork collections referenced above, e-mail your request, including your address, phone number, OMB number, and OS document identifier, to Sherette.funncoleman@hhs.gov, or call the Reports Clearance Office on (202) 690–6162. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collections must be directed to the OS Paperwork Clearance Officer at the above email address within 30days. AGENCY: Proposed Project: Evaluation of the IT Professionals in Health Care: University-Based Training—OMB No. 0090–NEW–ONC Abstract: Currently, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology’s (ONC) Office of Economic Analysis, Evaluation, and Modeling is soliciting comments on a series of data collection efforts for the E:\FR\FM\14APN1.SGM 14APN1 20988 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 72 / Thursday, April 14, 2011 / Notices Evaluation of the IT Professionals in Health Care: University-Based Training. The Workforce Program, created under Section 3016 of the HITECH Act, was intended to provide ‘‘assistance to institutions of higher education (or consortia thereof) to establish or expand health informatics education programs, including certification, undergraduate, and masters degree programs, for both health care and information technology students.’’ The evaluation of the Workforce Program is a new information collection activity which will explore program challenges, provide critical formative feedback to the Workforce grantee institutions on their activities, and determine whether the Workforce Program overall was successful in helping to build a skilled workforce equipped to meet the heightened Workforce grantee institutions for continuous improvement. The data collection efforts include a web-based baseline survey and a web-based followup survey of university students enrolled in ONC funded programs. The anticipated data collection will begin in June 2011. Data collection will occur continuously through the 24 months of the campaign. The data collected will help identify program challenges, provide critical formative feedback to the Workforce grantee institutions on their activities, and determine whether the Workforce Program overall was successful in helping to build a skilled workforce equipped to meet the heightened demands of the current environment. demands of the current environment. The data collection efforts include a web-based baseline survey and a webbased follow-up survey of university students. ONC is interested in developing a comprehensive understanding of the planning, implementation, and effectiveness of the Workforce Grant Program. The evaluation will determine how the Workforce Grant Program has contributed to the development of comprehensive, integrated health IT training programs across community colleges, universities, and other programs. This study will use surveys and other forms of data collection, such as focus groups and interviews, to assess the outcomes associated with participation in the program and to provide useful feedback to the ESTIMATED ANNUALIZED BURDEN TABLE Number of respondents Number of responses per respondent university-based 634 1 20/60 209 university-based 634 1 20/60 209 ................................................................... .................... .................... .................... 418 Forms Type of respondent Web-based UBT Student Baseline Survey Students enrolled in Workforce program. Students enrolled in Workforce program. Web-based UBT Student Follow-up Survey. Total ................................................... Mary Forbes, Office of the Secretary, Paperwork Reduction Act Reports Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. 2011–9062 Filed 4–13–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4150–45–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES [Document Identifier: OS–0990–0278] Agency Information Collection Request; 30-Day Public Comment Request Office of the Secretary, HHS. In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of the Secretary (OS), Department of Health and Human Services, is publishing the following summary of a proposed information collection request for public comment. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including any of the following subjects: (1) The necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the agency’s functions; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden. To obtain copies of the supporting statement and any related forms for the proposed paperwork collections referenced above, e-mail your request, including your address, phone number, OMB number, and OS document identifier, to Sherette.funncoleman@hhs.gov, or call the Reports Clearance Office on (202) 690–6162. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collections must be directed Average burden hours per response Total burden hours to the OS Paperwork Clearance Officer at the above e-mail address within 30days. Proposed Project: Federal-wide Assurance Forms—Extension—OMB No. 0990–0278—Assistant Secretary for Health, Office of Public Health and Science, Office for Human Research Protections. Abstract: The Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) is requesting a three year extension of the Federal-wide Assurance (FWA) forms. The FWA is designed to provide a simplified procedure for institutions engaged in HHS-conducted or supported research to satisfy the assurance requirements of Section 491(a) of the Public Health Service Act and HHS Regulations for the protection of human subjects at 45 CFR 46.103. The respondents are institutions engaged in human subjects research that is conducted or supported by HHS. ESTIMATED ANNUALIZED BURDEN IN HOURS TABLE Form name Number of respondents Number of responses per respondent Hours per response Total burden hours Federal-wide Assurance (FWA) ....................................................................... 11,000 2 30/60 11,000 VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:34 Apr 13, 2011 Jkt 223001 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\14APN1.SGM 14APN1

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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 72 (Thursday, April 14, 2011)]
[Notices]
[Pages 20987-20988]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-9062]


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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

[Document Identifier: OS-0990-New; 30-day notice]


Agency Information Collection Request; 60-Day Public Comment 
Request

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, HHS.

    In compliance with the requirement of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the 
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of the Secretary (OS), 
Department of Health and Human Services, is publishing the following 
summary of a proposed information collection request for public 
comment. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding this 
burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, 
including any of the following subjects: (1) The necessity and utility 
of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of 
the agency's functions; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) 
ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to 
be collected; and (4) the use of automated collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology to minimize the information 
collection burden. To obtain copies of the supporting statement and any 
related forms for the proposed paperwork collections referenced above, 
e-mail your request, including your address, phone number, OMB number, 
and OS document identifier, to Sherette.funncoleman@hhs.gov, or call 
the Reports Clearance Office on (202) 690-6162. Written comments and 
recommendations for the proposed information collections must be 
directed to the OS Paperwork Clearance Officer at the above email 
address within 30-days.

Proposed Project: Evaluation of the IT Professionals in Health Care: 
University-Based Training--OMB No. 0090-NEW-ONC

    Abstract: Currently, the Office of the National Coordinator for 
Health Information Technology's (ONC) Office of Economic Analysis, 
Evaluation, and Modeling is soliciting comments on a series of data 
collection efforts for the

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Evaluation of the IT Professionals in Health Care: University-Based 
Training. The Workforce Program, created under Section 3016 of the 
HITECH Act, was intended to provide ``assistance to institutions of 
higher education (or consortia thereof) to establish or expand health 
informatics education programs, including certification, undergraduate, 
and masters degree programs, for both health care and information 
technology students.'' The evaluation of the Workforce Program is a new 
information collection activity which will explore program challenges, 
provide critical formative feedback to the Workforce grantee 
institutions on their activities, and determine whether the Workforce 
Program overall was successful in helping to build a skilled workforce 
equipped to meet the heightened demands of the current environment. The 
data collection efforts include a web-based baseline survey and a web-
based follow-up survey of university students.
    ONC is interested in developing a comprehensive understanding of 
the planning, implementation, and effectiveness of the Workforce Grant 
Program. The evaluation will determine how the Workforce Grant Program 
has contributed to the development of comprehensive, integrated health 
IT training programs across community colleges, universities, and other 
programs. This study will use surveys and other forms of data 
collection, such as focus groups and interviews, to assess the outcomes 
associated with participation in the program and to provide useful 
feedback to the Workforce grantee institutions for continuous 
improvement. The data collection efforts include a web-based baseline 
survey and a web-based follow-up survey of university students enrolled 
in ONC funded programs.
    The anticipated data collection will begin in June 2011. Data 
collection will occur continuously through the 24 months of the 
campaign. The data collected will help identify program challenges, 
provide critical formative feedback to the Workforce grantee 
institutions on their activities, and determine whether the Workforce 
Program overall was successful in helping to build a skilled workforce 
equipped to meet the heightened demands of the current environment.

                                        Estimated Annualized Burden Table
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                                                                            Number of     Average
                                                               Number of    responses      burden       Total
                Forms                   Type of respondent    respondents      per       hours per      burden
                                                                            respondent    response      hours
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Web-based UBT Student Baseline        Students enrolled in            634            1        20/60          209
 Survey.                               university-based
                                       Workforce program.
Web-based UBT Student Follow-up       Students enrolled in            634            1        20/60          209
 Survey.                               university-based
                                       Workforce program.
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    Total...........................  ......................  ...........  ...........  ...........          418
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Mary Forbes,
Office of the Secretary, Paperwork Reduction Act Reports Clearance 
Officer.
[FR Doc. 2011-9062 Filed 4-13-11; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4150-45-P
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