Proposed Information Collection (Disability Benefits Questionnaires-Group 3) Activity: Comment Request, 48296-48297 [2014-19392]

Download as PDF 48296 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 158 / Friday, August 15, 2014 / Notices collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13, on or after the date of publication of this notice. DATES: Comments should be received on or before September 15, 2014 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Send comments regarding the burden estimate, or any other aspect of the information collection, including suggestions for reducing the burden, to (1) Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, Attention: Desk Officer for Treasury, New Executive Office Building, Room 10235, Washington, DC 20503, or email at OIRA_Submission@ OMB.EOP.gov and (2) Treasury PRA Clearance Officer, 1750 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Suite 8141, Washington, DC 20220, or email at PRA@treasury.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Copies of the submission may be obtained by emailing PRA@treasury.gov, calling (202) 622–1295, or viewing the entire information collection request at www.reginfo.gov. emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES Internal Revenue Service (IRS) OMB Number: 1545–1800. Type of Review: Extension without change of a currently approved collection. Title: Form 8886, Reportable Transaction Disclosure Statement; Form 14234, Pre-CAP and CAP Application Form. Form: Form 8886, Form 14234. Abstract: Form 8886 is used to disclose information for each reportable transaction in which a taxpayer participated, as described in 26 CFR 1.6011–4. Form 14234 is the application for the Compliance Assurance Process (CAP), a strictly voluntary program available to Large Business and International (LB&I) Division taxpayers that meet the selection criteria. CAP is a real-time review of completed business transactions during the CAP year with the goal of providing certainty of the tax return within 90 days of the filing. Taxpayers in CAP are required to be cooperative and transparent and report all material issues and items related to completed business transactions to the review team. Affected Public: Businesses or other for-profits. Estimated Annual Burden Hours: 913,698. Brenda Simms, Treasury PRA Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. 2014–19354 Filed 8–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:31 Aug 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0594] Proposed Information Collection (Election To Apply Selected Reserve Services to Either Montgomery GI BillActive Duty or to the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve) Activity: Comment Request Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: 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 this notice. This notice solicits comments on information needed to determine the type of educational benefit payable to Selected Reservist members. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before October 14, 2014. 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 (20M3), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email to nancy.kessinger@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0594’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through 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 the Office of Management and Budget (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 SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00185 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 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: Election to Apply Selected Reserve Services to Either Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty or to the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve. OMB Control Number: 2900–0594. Type of Review: Extension of a previously approved collection. Abstract: Reservist who participant in the Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty and served on active duty for two years followed by six years in the Selected Reserve must elect to apply the selected reserved credit either toward the Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty or toward the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve benefits. Reservists must make this election in writing, which will take effect when the individual either negotiates a check or receives education benefits via direct deposit or electronic funds transfer under the program elected. VA uses the election to determine which benefit is payable based on the individual’s Selected Reserve service. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Annual Burden: 2,667 hours. Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: 20 minutes. Frequency of Response: One time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 8,000. Dated: August 12, 2014. By direction of the Secretary. Crystal Rennie, Department Clearance Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2014–19407 Filed 8–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0778] Proposed Information Collection (Disability Benefits Questionnaires— Group 3) Activity: Comment Request Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\15AUN1.SGM 15AUN1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 158 / Friday, August 15, 2014 / Notices 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 revised collection and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments for information needed to obtain medical evidence to adjudicate a claim for disability benefits. SUMMARY: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before October 14, 2014. 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 to nancy.kessinger@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0778’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through 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 the Office of Management and Budget (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 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. Titles: a. Central Nervous System and Neuromusculo Diseases, Disability emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with NOTICES DATES: VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:31 Aug 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21– 0960C–5. b. Headaches (Including Migraine Headaches), Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960C–8. c. Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21– 0960C–9. d. Esophageal Disorders (Including GERD), Hiatal Hernia and Other Esophageal Disorders Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960G–1. e. Gallbladder and Pancreas Conditions, Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960G–2. f. Intestinal Disorders (Other Than Surgical or Infectious) (Including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Diverticulitis) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960G–3. g. Infectious Intestinal Disorders (including Bacterial and Parasitic Infections) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960G–4. h. Hepatitis, Cirrhosis and Other Liver Conditions, Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960G–5. i. Peritoneal Adhesions Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21– 0960G–6. j. Stomach and Duodenal Conditions (Not Including GERD or Esophageal Disorders) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960G–7. k. Rectum and Anus (Including Hemorrhoids) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960H–2. l. Breast Conditions and Disorders Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960K–1. m. Gynecological Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960K–2. n. Sleep Apnea Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960L–2. o. Osteomyelitis Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21–0960M–11. p. Ear Conditions (Including Vestibular and Infectious) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21– 0960N–1. OMB Control Number: 2900–0778. Type of Review: Revision. Abstract: Data collected on VA Form 21–0960 series will be used to obtain information from claimants treating physician that is necessary to adjudicate a claim for disability benefits. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Annual Burden: 77,500. a. VAF 21–0960C–5—5,000. b. VAF 21–0960C–8—3,750. c. VAF 21–0960C–9—7,500. d. VAF 21–0960G–1—10,000. e. VAF 21–0960G -2—1,250. f. VAF 21–0960G–3—1,250. g. VAF 21–0960G–4—1,250. PO 00000 Frm 00186 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 48297 h. VAF 21–0960G–5—5,000. i. VAF 21–0960G–6—1,250. j. VAF 21–0960G–7—2,500. k. VAF 21–0960G–8—1,250 l. VAF 21–0960H–2—2,500. m. VAF 21–0960K–1—7,500. n. VAF 21–0960K–2—10,000. o. VAF 21–0960L–2—1,250. p. VAF 21–0960M–11—10,000. q. VAF 21–0960N–1—6,250. Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent: a. VAF 21–0960C–5—30 minutes. b. VAF 21–0960C–8—15 minutes. c. VAF 21–0960C–9—45 minutes. d. VAF 21–0960G–1—15 minutes. e. VAF 21–0960G -2—15 minutes. f. VAF 21–0960G–3—15 minutes. g. VAF 21–0960G–4—15 minutes. h. VAF 21–0960G–5—30 minutes. i. VAF 21–0960G–6—15 minutes. j. VAF 21–0960G–7—15 minutes. k. VAF 21–0960G–8—15 minutes. l. VAF 21–0960H–2—15 minutes. m. VAF 21–0960K–1—15 minutes n. VAF 21–0960K–2—30 minutes o. VAF 21–0960L–2—15 minutes. p. VAF 21–0960M–11—15 minutes. q. VAF 21–0960N–1—15 minutes. Frequency of Response: On occasion. Estimated Number of Respondents: 250,000. a. VAF 21–0960C–5—10,000. b. VAF 21–0960C–8—15,000. c. VAF 21–0960C–9—10,000. d. VAF 21–0960G–1—40,000. e. VAF 21–0960G -2—5,000. f. VAF 21–0960G–3—5,000. g. VAF 21–0960G–4—5,000. h. VAF 21–0960G–5—10,000. i. VAF 21–0960G–6– 5,000. j. VAF 21–0960G–7– 10,000. k. VAF 21–0960G–8—5,000. l. VAF 21–0960H–2—10,000. m. VAF 21–0960K–1—30,000. n. VAF 21–0960K–2—20,000. o. VAF 21–0960L–2—5,000. p. VAF 21–0960M–11—40,000. q. VAF 21–0960N–1—25,000. Dated: August 12, 2014. By direction of the Secretary: Crystal Rennie, Department Clearance Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2014–19392 Filed 8–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0216] Proposed Information Collection (Application for Accrued Amounts Due a Deceased Beneficiary) Activity: Comment Request Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\15AUN1.SGM 15AUN1

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

[OMB Control No. 2900-0778]


Proposed Information Collection (Disability Benefits 
Questionnaires--Group 3) Activity: Comment Request

AGENCY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans 
Affairs.

ACTION: Notice.

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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 revised collection 
and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This 
notice solicits comments for information needed to obtain medical 
evidence to adjudicate a claim for disability benefits.

DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection 
of information should be received on or before October 14, 2014.

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 to nancy.kessinger@va.gov. Please refer to ``OMB Control 
No. 2900-0778'' in any correspondence. During the comment period, 
comments may be viewed online through 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 the 
Office of Management and Budget (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 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.
    Titles:
    a. Central Nervous System and Neuromusculo Diseases, Disability 
Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960C-5.
    b. Headaches (Including Migraine Headaches), Disability Benefits 
Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960C-8.
    c. Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA 
Form 21-0960C-9.
    d. Esophageal Disorders (Including GERD), Hiatal Hernia and Other 
Esophageal Disorders Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-
0960G-1.
    e. Gallbladder and Pancreas Conditions, Disability Benefits 
Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960G-2.
    f. Intestinal Disorders (Other Than Surgical or Infectious) 
(Including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative 
Colitis, and Diverticulitis) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 
21-0960G-3.
    g. Infectious Intestinal Disorders (including Bacterial and 
Parasitic Infections) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-
0960G-4.
    h. Hepatitis, Cirrhosis and Other Liver Conditions, Disability 
Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960G-5.
    i. Peritoneal Adhesions Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 
21-0960G-6.
    j. Stomach and Duodenal Conditions (Not Including GERD or 
Esophageal Disorders) Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-
0960G-7.
    k. Rectum and Anus (Including Hemorrhoids) Disability Benefits 
Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960H-2.
    l. Breast Conditions and Disorders Disability Benefits 
Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960K-1.
    m. Gynecological Conditions Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA 
Form 21-0960K-2.
    n. Sleep Apnea Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960L-
2.
    o. Osteomyelitis Disability Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-
0960M-11.
    p. Ear Conditions (Including Vestibular and Infectious) Disability 
Benefits Questionnaire, VA Form 21-0960N-1.
    OMB Control Number: 2900-0778.
    Type of Review: Revision.
    Abstract: Data collected on VA Form 21-0960 series will be used to 
obtain information from claimants treating physician that is necessary 
to adjudicate a claim for disability benefits.
    Affected Public: Individuals or households.
    Estimated Annual Burden: 77,500.
    a. VAF 21-0960C-5--5,000.
    b. VAF 21-0960C-8--3,750.
    c. VAF 21-0960C-9--7,500.
    d. VAF 21-0960G-1--10,000.
    e. VAF 21-0960G -2--1,250.
    f. VAF 21-0960G-3--1,250.
    g. VAF 21-0960G-4--1,250.
    h. VAF 21-0960G-5--5,000.
    i. VAF 21-0960G-6--1,250.
    j. VAF 21-0960G-7--2,500.
    k. VAF 21-0960G-8--1,250
    l. VAF 21-0960H-2--2,500.
    m. VAF 21-0960K-1--7,500.
    n. VAF 21-0960K-2--10,000.
    o. VAF 21-0960L-2--1,250.
    p. VAF 21-0960M-11--10,000.
    q. VAF 21-0960N-1--6,250.
    Estimated Average Burden Per Respondent:
    a. VAF 21-0960C-5--30 minutes.
    b. VAF 21-0960C-8--15 minutes.
    c. VAF 21-0960C-9--45 minutes.
    d. VAF 21-0960G-1--15 minutes.
    e. VAF 21-0960G -2--15 minutes.
    f. VAF 21-0960G-3--15 minutes.
    g. VAF 21-0960G-4--15 minutes.
    h. VAF 21-0960G-5--30 minutes.
    i. VAF 21-0960G-6--15 minutes.
    j. VAF 21-0960G-7--15 minutes.
    k. VAF 21-0960G-8--15 minutes.
    l. VAF 21-0960H-2--15 minutes.
    m. VAF 21-0960K-1--15 minutes
    n. VAF 21-0960K-2--30 minutes
    o. VAF 21-0960L-2--15 minutes.
    p. VAF 21-0960M-11--15 minutes.
    q. VAF 21-0960N-1--15 minutes.
    Frequency of Response: On occasion.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 250,000.
    a. VAF 21-0960C-5--10,000.
    b. VAF 21-0960C-8--15,000.
    c. VAF 21-0960C-9--10,000.
    d. VAF 21-0960G-1--40,000.
    e. VAF 21-0960G -2--5,000.
    f. VAF 21-0960G-3--5,000.
    g. VAF 21-0960G-4--5,000.
    h. VAF 21-0960G-5--10,000.
    i. VAF 21-0960G-6- 5,000.
    j. VAF 21-0960G-7- 10,000.
    k. VAF 21-0960G-8--5,000.
    l. VAF 21-0960H-2--10,000.
    m. VAF 21-0960K-1--30,000.
    n. VAF 21-0960K-2--20,000.
    o. VAF 21-0960L-2--5,000.
    p. VAF 21-0960M-11--40,000.
    q. VAF 21-0960N-1--25,000.

    Dated: August 12, 2014.
    By direction of the Secretary:
Crystal Rennie,
Department Clearance Officer, Department of Veterans Affairs.
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