National Research Advisory Council, Notice of Meeting, 36644 [2013-14398]

Download as PDF 36644 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 117 / Tuesday, June 18, 2013 / Notices mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to adjudicate the claim for VA disability benefits related to a claimant’s diagnosis of wrist conditions. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before August 19, 2013. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov or to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M35), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email nancy.kessinger@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900—NEW (Wrist Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire)’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through the FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 632–8924 or Fax (202) 632–8925. 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, 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 VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:52 Jun 17, 2013 Jkt 229001 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. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Wrist Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21– 0960M–16. OMB Control Number: 2900–NEW (Wrist Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire). Type of Review: New data collection. Abstract: The VA Form 21–0960M– 16, Wrist Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire will be used for disability compensation or pension claims which require an examination and/or receiving private medical evidence that may potentially be sufficient for rating purposes. The form will be used to gather necessary information from a claimant’s treating physician regarding the results of medical examinations. VA will gather medical information related to the claimant that is necessary to adjudicate the claim for VA disability benefits. Lastly, this form will gather information related to the claimant’s diagnosis of a wrist condition. Affected Public: Individuals or Households. Estimated Annual Burden: 20,000. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 30 minutes. Frequency of Response: On occasion. Estimated Number of Respondents: 40,000. Dated: June 13, 2013. By direction of the Secretary. Crystal Rennie, VA Clearance Officer, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS National Research Advisory Council, Notice of Meeting The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C., App. 2, that the National Research Advisory Council will hold a meeting on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in conference room 23, at 131 M Street NE., Washington, DC. The meeting will convene at 9:30 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. The purpose of the Council is to provide external advice and review for VA’s research mission. The agenda will include a review of the VA research portfolio and a summary of special projects. The Council will also provide feedback on the direction/focus of VA’s research initiatives. No time will be allocated at this meeting for receiving oral presentations from the public. Interested members of the public may submit written statements for the Council’s review to Pauline Cilladi-Rehrer, Designated Federal Officer, Office of Research and Development (10P9), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, or by email at pauline.cilladi-rehrer@va.gov. Any member of the public wishing to attend the meeting or wishing further information should contact Ms. CilladiRehrer at (202) 443–5607. Dated: June 12, 2013. By Direction of the Secretary. Vivian Drake, Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. 2013–14412 Filed 6–17–13; 8:45 am] [FR Doc. 2013–14398 Filed 6–17–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P BILLING CODE 8320–01–P PO 00000 Frm 00139 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 9990 E:\FR\FM\18JNN1.SGM 18JNN1

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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 117 (Tuesday, June 18, 2013)]
[Notices]
[Page 36644]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-14398]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS


National Research Advisory Council, Notice of Meeting

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under the 
Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C., App. 2, that the National 
Research Advisory Council will hold a meeting on Wednesday, June 19, 
2013, in conference room 23, at 131 M Street NE., Washington, DC. The 
meeting will convene at 9:30 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m. The meeting is 
open to the public.
    The purpose of the Council is to provide external advice and review 
for VA's research mission. The agenda will include a review of the VA 
research portfolio and a summary of special projects. The Council will 
also provide feedback on the direction/focus of VA's research 
initiatives.
    No time will be allocated at this meeting for receiving oral 
presentations from the public. Interested members of the public may 
submit written statements for the Council's review to Pauline Cilladi-
Rehrer, Designated Federal Officer, Office of Research and Development 
(10P9), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420, or by email at pauline.cilladi-rehrer@va.gov. Any 
member of the public wishing to attend the meeting or wishing further 
information should contact Ms. Cilladi-Rehrer at (202) 443-5607.

     Dated: June 12, 2013.

    By Direction of the Secretary.
Vivian Drake,
Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2013-14398 Filed 6-17-13; 8:45 am]
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