Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended; Computer Matching Program (SSA/Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS))-Match Number 1305, 18673-18674 [2015-07843]

Download as PDF 18673 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 66 / Tuesday, April 7, 2015 / Notices Number of respondents Respondent type Average burden per response (minutes) Frequency of response Median hourly wage rate (dollars) Total respondent cost (dollars) Parent or Guardian Focus Group—Participants .................. 60 1 100 7.38 738.00 Total .............................................................................. 280 ........................ ........................ ........................ 873.00 2016: Annual Cost to Respondents: Parent or Guardian Focus Group—Non-Participants .......... Parent or Guardian Focus Group—Participants .................. 320 80 1 1 5 100 7.38 7.38 196.00 984.00 Total .............................................................................. 400 ........................ ........................ ........................ 1,180.00 Grand Total: .................................................................. 800 ........................ ........................ ........................ 2,360.00 Date: April 2, 2015. Faye I. Lipsky, Reports Clearance Officer, Social Security Administration. The Executive Director, Office of Privacy and Disclosure, Office of the General Counsel, as shown above. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: [FR Doc. 2015–07881 Filed 4–6–15; 8:45 am] SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: BILLING CODE CODE 4191–02–P A. General SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION [Docket No. SSA 2015–0004] Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended; Computer Matching Program (SSA/ Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS))—Match Number 1305 AGENCY: Social Security Administration (SSA). Notice of a renewal of an existing computer matching program that will expire on May 10, 2015. ACTION: In accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act, as amended, this notice announces a renewal of an existing computer matching program that we are currently conducting with IRS. DATES: We will file a report of the subject matching program with the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives; and the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The matching program will be effective as indicated below. ADDRESSES: Interested parties may comment on this notice by either telefaxing to (410) 966–0869 or writing to the Executive Director, Office of Privacy and Disclosure, Office of the General Counsel, Social Security Administration, 617 Altmeyer Building, 6401 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21235–6401. All comments received will be available for public inspection at this address. mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:46 Apr 06, 2015 Jkt 235001 The Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988 (Public Law (Pub. L.) 100–503), amended the Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552a) by describing the conditions under which computer matching involving the Federal government could be performed and adding certain protections for persons applying for, and receiving, Federal benefits. Section 7201 of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101–508) further amended the Privacy Act regarding protections for such persons. The Privacy Act, as amended, regulates the use of computer matching by Federal agencies when records in a system of records are matched with other Federal, State, or local government records. It requires Federal agencies involved in computer matching programs to: (1) Negotiate written agreements with the other agency or agencies participating in the matching programs; (2) Obtain approval of the matching agreement by the Data Integrity Boards of the participating Federal agencies; (3) Publish notice of the computer matching program in the Federal Register; (4) Furnish detailed reports about matching programs to Congress and OMB; (5) Notify applicants and beneficiaries that their records are subject to matching; and (6) Verify match findings before reducing, suspending, terminating, or denying a person’s benefits or payments. PO 00000 Frm 00088 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 B. SSA Computer Matches Subject to the Privacy Act We have taken action to ensure that all of our computer matching programs comply with the requirements of the Privacy Act, as amended. Kirsten J. Moncada, Executive Director, Office of Privacy and Disclosure, Office of the General Counsel. Notice of Computer Matching Program, SSA With the Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) A. Participating Agencies SSA and IRS B. Purpose of the Matching Program The purpose of this matching program is to set forth the terms, conditions, and safeguards under which IRS will disclose to us certain information for the purpose of verifying eligibility or the correct subsidy percentage of benefits provided under section 1860D–14 of the Social Security Act. (42 U.S.C. 1395w– 114). C. Authority for Conducting the Matching Program The legal authority for this agreement is Internal Revenue Code section 6103(1)(7), which authorizes IRS to disclose return information with respect to unearned income to Federal, state, and local agencies administering certain benefit programs under the Act. Section 1860–D–14 of the Act requires our Commissioner to determine the eligibility of applicants for the prescription drug subsidy who selfcertify their income, resources, and family size. Pursuant to section 1860D– 14(a)(3) of the Act, we must determine whether a Social Security Part D eligible individual is a subsidy-eligible individual, and whether the individual is an individual as described in section 1860D–14(a). This agreement is executed in compliance with the E:\FR\FM\07APN1.SGM 07APN1 18674 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 66 / Tuesday, April 7, 2015 / Notices Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended by the Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988, and the regulations and guidance promulgated thereunder. D. Categories of Records and Persons Covered by the Matching Program We provide IRS with identifying information with respect to applicants for, and recipients of, the prescription drug subsidy from the existing Medicare Database File system of records, SSA/ ORSIS 60–321, published at 71 FR 42159 (July 25, 2006). IRS extracts return information with respect to unearned income from the Information Returns Master File, Treasury/IRS 22.061, as published at 77 FR 47946 (August 10, 2012). E. Inclusive Dates of the Matching Program The effective date of this matching program is May 11, 2015, provided that the following notice periods have lapsed: 30 Days after publication of this notice in the Federal Register and 40 days after notice of the matching program is sent to Congress and OMB. The matching program will continue for 18 months from the effective date and, if both agencies meet certain conditions, it may extend for an additional 12 months thereafter. [FR Doc. 2015–07843 Filed 4–6–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE CODE 4191–02–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice: 9083] Notice of Charter Renewal for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Scientific Advisory Board In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), the PEPFAR Scientific Advisory Board hereinafter referred to as ‘‘the Board’’, has renewed its charter for an additional 2 years. The Board serves the Global AIDS Coordinator in a solely advisory capacity concerning scientific, implementation, and policy issues related to the global response to HIV/ AIDS. These issues will be of concern as they influence the priorities and direction of PEPFAR evaluation and research, the content of national and international strategies and implementation, and the role of PEPFAR in the international discourse regarding appropriate and resourced responses. For further information about the charter, please contact Julia MacKenzie, mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:46 Apr 06, 2015 Jkt 235001 Senior Technical Advisor, Office of the U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator at (202) 663–1079 or MacKenzieJJ@state.gov. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Dated: March 4, 2015. Julia J. MacKenzie, Senior Technical Advisor, Office of the U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator, Department of State. 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This Committee includes representatives of U.S. organizations and institutions having an interest in international economic policy, including representatives of U.S. business, state and local government, labor unions, public interest groups, and trade and professional associations. For further information, please call Gregory Maggio, Office of Economic Policy Analysis and Public Diplomacy, Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs, U.S. Department of State, at (202) 647–2231. Dated: March 20, 2015. Gregory F. Maggio. Designated Federal Officer, Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs, U.S. Department of State. [FR Doc. 2015–07949 Filed 4–6–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE CODE 4710–07–P PO 00000 Frm 00089 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 [Public Notice 9078] The Office of the Assistant Legal Adviser for Private International Law, Department of State, gives notice of a public meeting to discuss a Working Paper prepared by the Secretariat of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL). The public meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. EDT. This is not a meeting of the full Advisory Committee. The UNCITRAL Secretariat has revised draft provisions on electronic transferable records, which are presented for in the form of a model law, for discussion during the next meeting of UNCITRAL’s Working Group IV, which will meet May 18–22, 2015. The Working Paper, which is numbered WP.132 and includes WP.132/Add.1, is available at https://www.uncitral.org/ uncitral/en/commission/working_ groups/4Electronic_Commerce.html. The purpose of the public meeting is to obtain the views of concerned stakeholders on the topics addressed in the Working Paper in advance of the meeting of Working Group IV. Those who cannot attend but wish to comment are welcome to do so by email to Michael Coffee at coffeems@state.gov. 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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 66 (Tuesday, April 7, 2015)]
[Notices]
[Pages 18673-18674]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-07843]


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SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

[Docket No. SSA 2015-0004]


Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended; Computer Matching Program (SSA/
Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS))--Match 
Number 1305

AGENCY: Social Security Administration (SSA).

ACTION: Notice of a renewal of an existing computer matching program 
that will expire on May 10, 2015.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act, as 
amended, this notice announces a renewal of an existing computer 
matching program that we are currently conducting with IRS.

DATES: We will file a report of the subject matching program with the 
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; 
the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of 
Representatives; and the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The matching program will be 
effective as indicated below.

ADDRESSES: Interested parties may comment on this notice by either 
telefaxing to (410) 966-0869 or writing to the Executive Director, 
Office of Privacy and Disclosure, Office of the General Counsel, Social 
Security Administration, 617 Altmeyer Building, 6401 Security 
Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21235-6401. All comments received will be 
available for public inspection at this address.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The Executive Director, Office of 
Privacy and Disclosure, Office of the General Counsel, as shown above.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

A. General

    The Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988 (Public 
Law (Pub. L.) 100-503), amended the Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552a) by 
describing the conditions under which computer matching involving the 
Federal government could be performed and adding certain protections 
for persons applying for, and receiving, Federal benefits. Section 7201 
of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101-508) 
further amended the Privacy Act regarding protections for such persons.
    The Privacy Act, as amended, regulates the use of computer matching 
by Federal agencies when records in a system of records are matched 
with other Federal, State, or local government records. It requires 
Federal agencies involved in computer matching programs to:
    (1) Negotiate written agreements with the other agency or agencies 
participating in the matching programs;
    (2) Obtain approval of the matching agreement by the Data Integrity 
Boards of the participating Federal agencies;
    (3) Publish notice of the computer matching program in the Federal 
Register;
    (4) Furnish detailed reports about matching programs to Congress 
and OMB;
    (5) Notify applicants and beneficiaries that their records are 
subject to matching; and
    (6) Verify match findings before reducing, suspending, terminating, 
or denying a person's benefits or payments.

B. SSA Computer Matches Subject to the Privacy Act

    We have taken action to ensure that all of our computer matching 
programs comply with the requirements of the Privacy Act, as amended.

Kirsten J. Moncada,
Executive Director, Office of Privacy and Disclosure, Office of the 
General Counsel.

Notice of Computer Matching Program, SSA With the Department of the 
Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

A. Participating Agencies

    SSA and IRS

B. Purpose of the Matching Program

    The purpose of this matching program is to set forth the terms, 
conditions, and safeguards under which IRS will disclose to us certain 
information for the purpose of verifying eligibility or the correct 
subsidy percentage of benefits provided under section 1860D-14 of the 
Social Security Act. (42 U.S.C. 1395w-114).

C. Authority for Conducting the Matching Program

    The legal authority for this agreement is Internal Revenue Code 
section 6103(1)(7), which authorizes IRS to disclose return information 
with respect to unearned income to Federal, state, and local agencies 
administering certain benefit programs under the Act. Section 1860-D-14 
of the Act requires our Commissioner to determine the eligibility of 
applicants for the prescription drug subsidy who self-certify their 
income, resources, and family size. Pursuant to section 1860D-14(a)(3) 
of the Act, we must determine whether a Social Security Part D eligible 
individual is a subsidy-eligible individual, and whether the individual 
is an individual as described in section 1860D-14(a). This agreement is 
executed in compliance with the

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Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended by the Computer 
Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988, and the regulations and 
guidance promulgated thereunder.

D. Categories of Records and Persons Covered by the Matching Program

    We provide IRS with identifying information with respect to 
applicants for, and recipients of, the prescription drug subsidy from 
the existing Medicare Database File system of records, SSA/ORSIS 60-
321, published at 71 FR 42159 (July 25, 2006). IRS extracts return 
information with respect to unearned income from the Information 
Returns Master File, Treasury/IRS 22.061, as published at 77 FR 47946 
(August 10, 2012).

E. Inclusive Dates of the Matching Program

    The effective date of this matching program is May 11, 2015, 
provided that the following notice periods have lapsed: 30 Days after 
publication of this notice in the Federal Register and 40 days after 
notice of the matching program is sent to Congress and OMB. The 
matching program will continue for 18 months from the effective date 
and, if both agencies meet certain conditions, it may extend for an 
additional 12 months thereafter.
[FR Doc. 2015-07843 Filed 4-6-15; 8:45 am]
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