Agency Information Collection Activities: BioWatch Filter Holder Log, 24504 [2011-10302]

Download as PDF 24504 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 84 / Monday, May 2, 2011 / Notices Dated: April 21, 2011. Richard Spires, Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. 2011–10319 Filed 4–29–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–9B–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Agency Information Collection Activities: BioWatch Filter Holder Log Department of Homeland Security, DHS. ACTION: 60-Day Notice and request for comments; Extension with change, 1601–0006. AGENCY: The Department of Homeland Security, DHS, will submit the following Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13, 44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). DATES: Comments are encouraged and will be accepted until July 1, 2011. This process is conducted in accordance with 5 CFR 1320.1. ADDRESSES: Written comments and questions about this Information Collection Request should be forwarded to DHS, DHS Attn.: Daniel Yereb, djy1@dhs.gov, 703–647–8052. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Health Affairs/OCMO Early Detection Division will collect information from BioWatch jurisdictions. The BioWatch Program operates aerosol collector equipment in approximately 30 U.S. jurisdictions to monitor for the presence of organisms that may be related to the deliberate release of a select subset of biological threat agents. Information is collected in writing by a representative of a BioWatch jurisdiction (either an employee, or a contractor) assigned responsibility for installing and removing filters from aerosol collection devices and transportation to local laboratories for sample analysis. A standard filter log form is completed for each sample and is archived by the BioWatch jurisdiction for a period of one year. The BioWatch Program reimburses participating jurisdictions for the cost of collection and laboratory analysis activities, including the preparation of the filter log form and other documentation. The creation of a written record for each sample is required to support law enforcement activities, including criminal mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES6 SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:48 Apr 29, 2011 Jkt 223001 prosecution in the case of a deliberate release of a biological agent. The Office of Management and Budget is particularly interested in comments which: 1. Evaluate 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. Evaluate 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. Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and 4. 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, e.g., permitting electronic submissions of responses. Analysis Agency: Department of Homeland Security, DHS. Title: BioWatch Filter Holder Log. OMB Number: 1601–0006. Frequency: Daily. Affected Public: State, Local, and Tribal Governments. Number of Respondents: 522. Estimated Time per Respondent: 0.0167 hours (1 minute). Total Burden Hours: 3,173 hours. Total Burden Cost (capital/startup): $0.00. Total Burden Cost (operating/ maintaining): $144,770.00. Dated: April 21, 2011. Richard Spires, Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. 2011–10302 Filed 4–29–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–9B–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY [Docket No. USCG–2011–0183] National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee AGENCY: United States Coast Guard, DHS. Committee Management; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting. ACTION: The National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee (NOSAC) will meet on May 19, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The meeting will be open to the public. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 NOSAC will meet Thursday, May 19, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please note that the meeting may close early if the committee has completed its business. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at Wyndham Riverfront Hotel, Bacchus room, 701 Convention Center Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130. For information on facilities or services for individuals with disabilities or to request special assistance at the meeting, contact Mr. Kevin Pekarek as soon as possible. To facilitate public participation, we are inviting public comment on the issues to be considered by the committee as listed in the ‘‘Agenda’’ section below. Comments must be submitted in writing no later than May 4, 2011 and must be identified by USCG–2011–0183 and may be submitted by one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: Kevin.Y.Pekarek2@uscg.mil. Include the docket number in the subject line of the message. • Fax: (202) 372–1926. • Mail: Commander P.W. Clark, Designated Federal Officer of NOSAC, Commandant (CG–5222), U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW., Stop 7126, Washington, DC 20593–0001 or Mr. Kevin Pekarek, Assistant Designated Federal Officer of NOSAC, Commandant (CG–5222), U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW., Stop 7126, Washington, DC 20593–0001. Instructions: All submissions received must include the words ‘‘Department of Homeland Security’’ and the docket number for this action. Comments received will be posted without alteration at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. Docket: For access to the docket to read documents or comments related to this Notice, go to https:// www.regulations.gov. A public comment period will be held during the meeting on May 19, 2011 from 2:40 p.m. to 2:55 p.m., and speakers are requested to limit their comments to 3 minutes. Please note that the public comment period may end before the time indicated, following the last call for comments. Contact the individual listed below to register as a speaker. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Commander P.W. Clark, Designated Federal Officer of NOSAC, Commandant (CG–5222), U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 DATES: E:\FR\FM\02MYN1.SGM 02MYN1

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[FR Doc No: 2011-10302]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY


Agency Information Collection Activities: BioWatch Filter Holder 
Log

AGENCY: Department of Homeland Security, DHS.

ACTION: 60-Day Notice and request for comments; Extension with change, 
1601-0006.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Homeland Security, DHS, will submit the 
following Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with 
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13, 44 U.S.C. Chapter 
35).

DATES: Comments are encouraged and will be accepted until July 1, 2011. 
This process is conducted in accordance with 5 CFR 1320.1.

ADDRESSES: Written comments and questions about this Information 
Collection Request should be forwarded to DHS, DHS Attn.: Daniel Yereb, 
djy1@dhs.gov, 703-647-8052.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), 
Office of Health Affairs/OCMO Early Detection Division will collect 
information from BioWatch jurisdictions. The BioWatch Program operates 
aerosol collector equipment in approximately 30 U.S. jurisdictions to 
monitor for the presence of organisms that may be related to the 
deliberate release of a select subset of biological threat agents. 
Information is collected in writing by a representative of a BioWatch 
jurisdiction (either an employee, or a contractor) assigned 
responsibility for installing and removing filters from aerosol 
collection devices and transportation to local laboratories for sample 
analysis. A standard filter log form is completed for each sample and 
is archived by the BioWatch jurisdiction for a period of one year. The 
BioWatch Program reimburses participating jurisdictions for the cost of 
collection and laboratory analysis activities, including the 
preparation of the filter log form and other documentation. The 
creation of a written record for each sample is required to support law 
enforcement activities, including criminal prosecution in the case of a 
deliberate release of a biological agent.
    The Office of Management and Budget is particularly interested in 
comments which:
    1. Evaluate 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. Evaluate 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. Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to 
be collected; and
    4. 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, e.g., permitting electronic 
submissions of responses.

Analysis

    Agency: Department of Homeland Security, DHS.
    Title: BioWatch Filter Holder Log.
    OMB Number: 1601-0006.
    Frequency: Daily.
    Affected Public: State, Local, and Tribal Governments.
    Number of Respondents: 522.
    Estimated Time per Respondent: 0.0167 hours (1 minute).
    Total Burden Hours: 3,173 hours.
    Total Burden Cost (capital/startup): $0.00.
    Total Burden Cost (operating/maintaining): $144,770.00.

    Dated: April 21, 2011.
Richard Spires,
Chief Information Officer.
[FR Doc. 2011-10302 Filed 4-29-11; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 9110-9B-P
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