Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request, 73881-73882 [2014-29098]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 239 / Friday, December 12, 2014 / Notices ditches and culverts; seeding decks and landings; using herbicides to control the spread of Japanese stiltgrass and other invasive species such as tree-of-heaven as needed; removing hazard trees from along the roads; and maintaining openings used for weather stations. Proposed Action The proposed activities planned for 2015 through 2020 include the following silvicultural treatments in existing research studies: Diameter-limit harvest on 173 acres; single-tree selection on 150 acres; 24 acres of patch clearcuts (each patch is 0.4 acre) within 169 acres; and prescribed fire treatment on 391 acres. Other treatments include annual fertilization of 89 acres with ammonium sulfate fertilizer (and additions of dolomitic lime to 2 of those acres), treatments of invasive non-native plants, and maintenance of roads, decks, and other infrastructure. of Proposed Actions at https://www.fs. fed.us/nepa/project_content.php ?project=45791. It is important that reviewers provide their comments at such times and in such manner that they are useful to the agency’s preparation of the environmental impact statement. Therefore, comments should be provided prior to the close of the comment period and should clearly articulate the reviewer’s concerns and contentions. Comments received in response to this solicitation, including names and addresses of those who comment, will be part of the public record for this proposed action. Comments submitted anonymously will be accepted and considered, however. Dated: December 8, 2014. Thomas M. Schuler, Project Leader, NRS–01. [FR Doc. 2014–29162 Filed 12–11–14; 8:45 am] Responsible Official The responsible official for the decision will be the Project Leader or Acting Project Leader for RWU NRS–01, ‘‘Ecological and Economic Sustainability of the Appalachian Forest in an Era of Globalization’’. BILLING CODE 3410–11–P Nature of Decision To Be Made The responsible official will decide if the proposed action will be implmented as described, as modified by an alternative, or not at all. If the proposed actiion is implemented, what mitigation measures and monitoring requirements will the Forest Service implement. DATE AND TIME: mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Preliminary Issues Preliminary issues to address in the EIS include: • Adverse effects of logging and prescribed fire to habitat and individuals listed as federally endangered or threatened • a decrease in soil productivity from erosion following timber harvests and prescribed fires • increased sediment input to streams from timber harvests and prescribed fires • increases in stream acidity and adverse effects to trout populations from the addition of ammonium sulfate fertilizer to a watershed Scoping Process This notice of intent initiates the scoping process, which guides the development of the environmental impact statement. Letters describing the proposed action were sent to interested people and agencies on December 5, 2014. The project is listed on the Monongahela National Forest Schedule VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:57 Dec 11, 2014 Jkt 235001 BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS Sunshine Act Meeting Thursday, December 18, 2014, 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. EST. PLACE: Cohen Building, Room 3321, 330 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20237. SUBJECT: Notice of Meeting of the Broadcasting Board of Governors. SUMMARY: The Broadcasting Board of Governors (Board) will be meeting at the time and location listed above. The Board will vote on a consent agenda consisting of the minutes of its October 30, 2014 meeting, a resolution honoring the 65th anniversary of Voice of America’s Ukrainian Service, and a resolution honoring the fifth anniversary of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty’s Radio Mashaal. The Board will receive a presentation providing an overview of the International Broadcasting Bureau. This meeting will also be available for public observation via streamed Webcast, both live and on-demand, on the agency’s public Web site at www.bbg.gov. Information regarding this meeting, including any updates or adjustments to its starting time, can also be found on the agency’s public Web site. The public may also attend this meeting in person at the address listed above as seating capacity permits. Members of the public seeking to attend the meeting in person must register at https://bbgboardmeetingdecember2014. PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 73881 eventbrite.com by 12:00 p.m. (EST) on December 17. For more information, please contact BBG Public Affairs at (202) 203–4400 or by email at pubaff@ bbg.gov. CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: Persons interested in obtaining more information should contact Oanh Tran at (202) 203–4545. Oanh Tran, Director of Board Operations. [FR Doc. 2014–29290 Filed 12–10–14; 4:15 pm] BILLING CODE 8610–01–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request The Department of Commerce will submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Title: Alaska American Fisheries Act Reports. OMB Control Number: 0648–0401. Form Number(s): None. Type of Request: Regular (revision and extension of a currently approved information collection). Number of Respondents: 8. Average Hours per Response: Chinook Salmon Incentive Plan Agreement (IPA), 40 hours; Non-Chinook Salmon Intercooperative Agreement (ICA) revisions, 1 hour; Chinook Salmon IPA Annual Report, Non-Chinook ICA Annual Report, American Fisheries Act (AFA) Annual Cooperative Report, AFA Annual Cooperative Catch Report and AFA Cooperative Contract, 8 hours each; AFA Catcher Vessel Intercooperative Agreement and AFA Catcher Vessel Intercooperative Agreement Annual Report, 40 hours each. Burden Hours: 345. Needs and Uses: This request is for revision and extension of a currently approved information collection. Two new voluntary reports have been added, and one report removed. On October 21, 1998, the President signed into law The American Fisheries Act, 16 U.S.C. 1851 (AFA). The AFA established a limited access program for the inshore sector of the BSAI pollock fishery that is based on the formation of fishery cooperatives around each inshore pollock processor. NMFS issues a single pollock allocation to each cooperative and the cooperative may E:\FR\FM\12DEN1.SGM 12DEN1 73882 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 239 / Friday, December 12, 2014 / Notices make sub-allocations of pollock to each individual vessel owner in the cooperative. ♦ With respect to the fisheries off Alaska, the AFA Program is a suite of management measures that fall into four general regulatory categories: ♦ Limit access into the fishing and processing sectors of the BSAI pollock fishery and that allocate pollock to such sectors (50 CFR 679.64). ♦ Govern the formation and operation of fishery cooperatives in the BSAI pollock fishery, including filing of cooperative contracts (50 CFR 679.61 and 679.62). ♦ Protection of other fisheries from spillover effects from the AFA (50 CFR 679.64). ♦ Govern catch measurement and monitoring in the BSAI pollock fishery, including filing of annual reports and completing and submitting inshore catcher vessel pollock cooperative catch reports (50 CFR 679.63). Affected Public: Business or other forprofit organizations. Frequency: Annually, on occasion. Respondent’s Obligation: Required to obtain or retain benefits, voluntary. This information collection request may be viewed at reginfo.gov. Follow the instructions to view Department of Commerce collections currently under review by OMB. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to OIRA_Submission@ omb.eop.gov or fax to (202) 395–5806. Dated: December 8, 2014. Glenna Mickelson, Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer. [FR Doc. 2014–29098 Filed 12–11–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–DT–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Economic Development Administration Proposed Information Collection; Comment Request; Innovative Technologies and Manufacturing Loan Guarantee Program Economic Development Administration, Commerce. ACTION: Notice. mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: The Department of Commerce, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:57 Dec 11, 2014 Jkt 235001 collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. DATES: Written comments must be submitted on or before February 10, 2015. Direct all written comments to EDA, Innovative Technologies and Manufacturing Loan Guarantee Program, U.S. Department of Commerce, Room 71004, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20230 (or via the Internet to EDA at LGPForms@eda.gov). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the information collection instrument and instructions should be directed to EDA at LGPForms@eda.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: ADDRESSES: I. Abstract The mission of the Economic Development Administration (EDA) is to lead the Federal economic agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy. In order to effectively administer and monitor its economic development assistance programs, EDA collects certain information from applications for, and recipients of, EDA investment assistance. Form ED–1919 Borrower’s Information Form Form ED–1919 is part of the application process. The purpose of this form is to collect identifying information about the applicant, loan request, indebtedness, information about the principals, information about current or previous government financing, and certain other disclosures. The information also facilitates background checks as authorized by EDA regulations. Form ED–1920 Lender’s Application Form ED–1920 is part of the application process. The purpose of this form is to collect identifying information regarding the lender, loan terms, use of proceeds, and other information such as the innovation qualification, as well as eligibility information regarding the applicant and use of proceeds. This entire form is to be completed, signed and dated by the Lender prior to submission of the loan guarantee request to EDA. Form ED–172 Account Transcripts From ED–172 is part of the application process. The purpose of this form is to collect current loan transaction data when the EDA loan proceeds are used for refinancing. PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Form ED–912 Statement of Personal History Form ED–912 is part of the application process. The purpose of this form is to collect identifying information about the applicant that will allow EDA to perform a background check when necessary. This form is only required when the applicant has a criminal offense record that warrants further research into the borrower’s character. Form ED–413 Personal Financial Statement Form ED–413 is part of the application process. The purpose of this form is to collect personal financial information such as assets, liabilities, stocks, and real estate for any person providing a guarantee on the loan. Form ED–1050 Settlement Sheet Form ED–1050 is part of the closing and disbursement process. The purpose of this form is to collect transaction data from the lender at initial funds disbursement and serve as a notification to EDA when the loan is being disbursed. This form also serves as an agreement that all disbursements be used for eligible purposes outlined in 13 CFR 311. Form ED–159 Fee Disclosure and Compensation Agreement Form ED–159 is part of the closing and disbursement process. The purpose of this form is to collect transactional data from the lender or borrower for any fees paid to an agent, advisor, attorney, broker, or other third party for services in connection with EDA ITM in excess of the regular lending process. This form also serves as an agreement that the borrower may not be charged unreasonably high fees, not be charged based on application decision, nor be charged for services unrelated to EDA ITM. Form ED–1502 Quarterly Report Form ED–1502 is part of the servicing process. The purpose of this form is to collect monthly transactional data from the lender in order for EDA to track principal and interest (P&I) payments between the borrower and lender. This form is to be submitted by the lender to EDA with an on-going servicing fee. Form ED–2237 Approval Action Modification Form Form ED–2237 is part of the servicing process. The purpose of this form is to notify EDA in the event of a modification to the loan that does not change EDA’s risk level. 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[FR Doc No: 2014-29098]


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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE


Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

    The Department of Commerce will submit to the Office of Management 
and Budget (OMB) for clearance the following proposal for collection of 
information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 
U.S.C. Chapter 35).
    Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
    Title: Alaska American Fisheries Act Reports.
    OMB Control Number: 0648-0401.
    Form Number(s): None.
    Type of Request: Regular (revision and extension of a currently 
approved information collection).
    Number of Respondents: 8.
    Average Hours per Response: Chinook Salmon Incentive Plan Agreement 
(IPA), 40 hours; Non-Chinook Salmon Inter-cooperative Agreement (ICA) 
revisions, 1 hour; Chinook Salmon IPA Annual Report, Non-Chinook ICA 
Annual Report, American Fisheries Act (AFA) Annual Cooperative Report, 
AFA Annual Cooperative Catch Report and AFA Cooperative Contract, 8 
hours each; AFA Catcher Vessel Intercooperative Agreement and AFA 
Catcher Vessel Intercooperative Agreement Annual Report, 40 hours each.
    Burden Hours: 345.
    Needs and Uses: This request is for revision and extension of a 
currently approved information collection. Two new voluntary reports 
have been added, and one report removed.
    On October 21, 1998, the President signed into law The American 
Fisheries Act, 16 U.S.C. 1851 (AFA). The AFA established a limited 
access program for the inshore sector of the BSAI pollock fishery that 
is based on the formation of fishery cooperatives around each inshore 
pollock processor. NMFS issues a single pollock allocation to each 
cooperative and the cooperative may

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make sub-allocations of pollock to each individual vessel owner in the 
cooperative.
    [diams] With respect to the fisheries off Alaska, the AFA Program 
is a suite of management measures that fall into four general 
regulatory categories:
    [diams] Limit access into the fishing and processing sectors of the 
BSAI pollock fishery and that allocate pollock to such sectors (50 CFR 
679.64).
    [diams] Govern the formation and operation of fishery cooperatives 
in the BSAI pollock fishery, including filing of cooperative contracts 
(50 CFR 679.61 and 679.62).
    [diams] Protection of other fisheries from spillover effects from 
the AFA (50 CFR 679.64).
    [diams] Govern catch measurement and monitoring in the BSAI pollock 
fishery, including filing of annual reports and completing and 
submitting inshore catcher vessel pollock cooperative catch reports (50 
CFR 679.63).
    Affected Public: Business or other for-profit organizations.
    Frequency: Annually, on occasion.
    Respondent's Obligation: Required to obtain or retain benefits, 
voluntary.
    This information collection request may be viewed at reginfo.gov. 
Follow the instructions to view Department of Commerce collections 
currently under review by OMB.
    Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information 
collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice 
to OIRA_Submission@omb.eop.gov or fax to (202) 395-5806.

    Dated: December 8, 2014.
Glenna Mickelson,
Management Analyst, Office of the Chief Information Officer.
[FR Doc. 2014-29098 Filed 12-11-14; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3510-DT-P
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