Proposed Renewal of Information Collection: OMB Control Number 1090-0009, Donor Certification Form, 58772-58773 [2015-24745]

Download as PDF 58772 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 189 / Wednesday, September 30, 2015 / Notices Council (OS/NISC), Regular Mail: 1849 C Street NW. (MS 3530), Washington, DC 20240. Dated: September 23, 2015. Jamie K. Reaser, Executive Director, Native Invasive Species Council. [FR Doc. 2015–24818 Filed 9–29–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4334–63–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Office of the Secretary [156D0102DM DS62200000 DLSN00000. 000000 DX.62201] Proposed Renewal of Information Collection: OMB Control Number 1090–0009, Donor Certification Form Office of the Secretary, Office of Financial Management, Department of the Interior. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of Financial Management, Office of the Secretary, Department of the Interior has submitted a request for renewal of this information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and requests public comments on this submission. SUMMARY: OMB has up to 60 days to approve or disapprove the information collection request, but may respond after 30 days; therefore, public comments should be submitted to OMB by October 30, 2015, in order to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Send your written comments by facsimile (202) 395–5806 or email (OIRA_Submission@ omb.eop.gov) to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, Attention: Department of the Interior Desk Officer (1090–0009). Also, please send a copy of your comments to Paul Batlan, Office of Financial Management, 1849 C St. NW., MS 2557 MIB, Washington, DC 20240, or email him at Paul_Batlan@ios.doi.gov. Individuals providing comments should reference the ‘‘Donor Certification Form, OMB Control Number 1090–0009’’. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the Information Collection Request or the Donor Certification Form, should be directed to Paul Batlan, Office of Financial Management, 1849 C St. NW., MS 2557 MIB, Washington, DC 20240, or email him at Paul_Batlan@ ios.doi.gov. You may also review the information collection request online at https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ PRAMain. DATES: I. Abstract SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice identifies an information collection activity that the Office of Financial Management has submitted to OMB for approval for the Department and its bureaus to continue to collect information from proposed donors relative to their relationship(s) with the Department. The Department and its individual bureaus have gift acceptance authorities. In support of the variety of donation authorities in the Department and increasing numbers of donations, it is the policy of the Department to ask those proposing to donate gifts valued at $25,000 or more to provide information regarding their relationship with the Department. The purpose of this policy is to ensure that the acceptance of a gift does not create legal or ethical issues for the Department, its bureaus, or potential donors. The information will be gathered through the use of a form that collects information relevant to the acceptability of the proposed donation in conformance with the Department’s donations policy. The form is completed and certified by the prospective donor then submitted to the Department or its bureau for review. Having the donor certify his or her interactions with the Department gives the staff vetting the proposed donation basic information to be verified, resulting in a more efficient and timely donation review process. The information collected is as follows: Information collected Reason for collection Name, and indication whether executing in individual capacity, or on behalf of an organization. Declaration whether the donor is involved with litigation or controversy with the Department. To identify the donor, and whether the donor is acting individually or on behalf of an organization. To assist the Department in determining whether there are any issues associated with the proffer of the gift that need to be more closely examined. To assist the Department in determining whether there are any issues associated with the proffer of the gift that need to be more closely examined. To assist the Department in determining whether there are any issues associated with the proffer of the gift that need to be more closely examined. To assist the Department in determining whether there are any issues associated with the proffer of the gift that need to be more closely examined. To assist the Department in determining whether there are any issues associated with the proffer of the gift that need to be more closely examined. To assist the Department in determining the scope and context of the donation, and to assist in determining whether there are any issues associated with the proffer of the gift that need to be more closely examined. To establish the contact information of the potential donor, and have the certifier sign the certification form. Declaration whether the donor is engaged in any financial or business relationship with the Department. Declaration whether the donor has been debarred, excluded or disqualified from the non-procurement common rule, or otherwise declared ineligible from doing business with any Federal agency. Declaration as to whether the donation is expected to be involved with marketing or advertising. Declaration whether the donor is seeking to attach conditions to the donation. Declaration whether this proposed donation is or is not part of a series of donations to the Department. mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Signature, Printed Name, Date, Organization, Email address, City, State, Zip, and daytime or work phone number. II. Data (1) Title: Donor Certification Form. OMB Control Number: 1090–0009. Current Expiration Date: September 30, 2015. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:27 Sep 29, 2015 Jkt 235001 Type of Review: Renewal of an existing collection. Affected Entities: Individuals or households, Businesses, Not-for-profit institutions, Tribal governments. PO 00000 Frm 00071 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Estimated annual number of respondents: 250. Frequency of response: Once per prospective donor per year. E:\FR\FM\30SEN1.SGM 30SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 189 / Wednesday, September 30, 2015 / Notices mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES (2) Annual reporting and record keeping burden. Total Annual Reporting per Respondent: 20 minutes. Total Annual Burden Hours: 83 hours. (3) Description of the need and use of the information: This information will provide Department staff with the basis for beginning the evaluation as to whether the Department will accept the proposed donation. The authorized employee will receive the donor certification form in advance of accepting the proposed donation. The employee will then review the totality of circumstances surrounding the proposed donation to determine whether the Department can accept the donation and maintain its integrity, impartiality, and public confidence. (4) As required under 5 CFR 1320.8(d), a Federal Register notice soliciting comments on the collection of information was published on June 23, 2015 (80 FR 35971). No comments were received. This notice provides the public with an additional 30 days in which to comment on the following information collection activity. III. Request for Comments The Department of the Interior invites comments on: (a) Whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) The accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the collection and the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) Ways to 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 collection techniques or other forms of information technology. ‘‘Burden’’ means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, disclose, or provide information to or for a federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; to develop, acquire, install and utilize technology and systems for the purpose of collecting, validating and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; to train personnel and to be able to respond to a collection of information, to search data sources, to complete and review the collection of information; and to VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:27 Sep 29, 2015 Jkt 235001 transmit or otherwise disclose the information. It is our policy to make all comments available to the public for review. Before including Personally Identifiable Information (PII), such as your address, phone number, email address, or other personal information in your comment(s), you should be aware that your entire comment (including PII) may be made available to the public at any time. While you may ask us in your comment to withhold PII from public view, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so. If you wish to view any comments received, you may do so by scheduling an appointment via the contact information provided in the ADDRESSES section. A valid picture identification is required for entry into the Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240. An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget control number. Dated: September 25, 2015. Douglas A. Glenn, Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Director, Office of Financial Management, Department of the Interior. [FR Doc. 2015–24745 Filed 9–29–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4334–63–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Office of the Secretary [15XD5141GM DGM000000.000000 6100.241A0 DN18000000] Proposed Appointment to the National Indian Gaming Commission Office of the Secretary, Interior. Notice. AGENCY: ACTION: The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act provides for a threeperson National Indian Gaming Commission. One member, the Chair, is appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. Two associate members are appointed by the Secretary of the Interior. Before appointing members, the Secretary is required to provide public notice of a proposed appointment and allow a comment period. Notice is hereby given of the proposed appointment of E. Sequoyah Simermeyer as an associate member of the National Indian Gaming Commission for a term of 3 years. DATES: Submit comments on or before October 30, 2015. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 58773 Send comments to the Director, Office of the Executive Secretariat and Regulatory Affairs, U.S. Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Mail Stop 7328, Washington, DC 20240. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Michael Hoenig, National Indian Gaming Commission, c/o Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Mail Stop 1621, Washington, DC 20240; telephone (202) 632–7003; facsimile (202) 632–7066. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, 25 U.S.C. 2701 et. seq., established the National Indian Gaming Commission (Commission), composed of three fulltime members. Commission members serve for a term of 3 years. The Chair is appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. The two associate members are appointed by the Secretary of the Interior. Before appointing an associate member to the Commission, the Secretary is required to ‘‘publish in the Federal Register the name and other information the Secretary deems pertinent regarding a nominee for membership on the Commission and . . . allow a period of not less than thirty days for receipt of public comments.’’ See 25 U.S.C. 2704(b)(2)(B). The Secretary proposes to appoint E. Sequoyah Simermeyer as an associate member of the Commission for a term of 3 years. Mr. Simermeyer is well qualified to be a member of the National Indian Gaming Commission by virtue of his extensive background and experience in a broad spectrum of Native American issues. In his current position at the United States Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, Mr. Simermeyer has provided legislative proposals, committee reports, and extensive briefing materials on matters that impact Federal relations with American Indians, Alaska Natives, and tribal governments. He has further experience serving as the deputy chief of staff and counselor to the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs. Mr. Simermeyer has taught undergraduate and graduate courses pertaining to Indian law and leadership development, and has served on the board of many law associations, often serving as president. His leadership and community outreach has aided in the educational and social service needs of Native Americans. Mr. Simermeyer’s wide experience in community service, legal affairs, and organizational administration make him a highly qualified candidate for membership on the National Indian ADDRESSES: E:\FR\FM\30SEN1.SGM 30SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 189 (Wednesday, September 30, 2015)]
[Notices]
[Pages 58772-58773]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-24745]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Office of the Secretary

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Proposed Renewal of Information Collection: OMB Control Number 
1090-0009, Donor Certification Form

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Office of Financial Management, 
Department of the Interior.

ACTION: Notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the 
Office of Financial Management, Office of the Secretary, Department of 
the Interior has submitted a request for renewal of this information 
collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and requests 
public comments on this submission.

DATES: OMB has up to 60 days to approve or disapprove the information 
collection request, but may respond after 30 days; therefore, public 
comments should be submitted to OMB by October 30, 2015, in order to be 
assured of consideration.

ADDRESSES: Send your written comments by facsimile (202) 395-5806 or 
email (OIRA_Submission@omb.eop.gov) to the Office of Information and 
Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, Attention: 
Department of the Interior Desk Officer (1090-0009). Also, please send 
a copy of your comments to Paul Batlan, Office of Financial Management, 
1849 C St. NW., MS 2557 MIB, Washington, DC 20240, or email him at 
Paul_Batlan@ios.doi.gov. Individuals providing comments should 
reference the ``Donor Certification Form, OMB Control Number 1090-
0009''.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or 
copies of the Information Collection Request or the Donor Certification 
Form, should be directed to Paul Batlan, Office of Financial 
Management, 1849 C St. NW., MS 2557 MIB, Washington, DC 20240, or email 
him at Paul_Batlan@ios.doi.gov. You may also review the information 
collection request online at https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Abstract

    This notice identifies an information collection activity that the 
Office of Financial Management has submitted to OMB for approval for 
the Department and its bureaus to continue to collect information from 
proposed donors relative to their relationship(s) with the Department. 
The Department and its individual bureaus have gift acceptance 
authorities. In support of the variety of donation authorities in the 
Department and increasing numbers of donations, it is the policy of the 
Department to ask those proposing to donate gifts valued at $25,000 or 
more to provide information regarding their relationship with the 
Department. The purpose of this policy is to ensure that the acceptance 
of a gift does not create legal or ethical issues for the Department, 
its bureaus, or potential donors. The information will be gathered 
through the use of a form that collects information relevant to the 
acceptability of the proposed donation in conformance with the 
Department's donations policy. The form is completed and certified by 
the prospective donor then submitted to the Department or its bureau 
for review. Having the donor certify his or her interactions with the 
Department gives the staff vetting the proposed donation basic 
information to be verified, resulting in a more efficient and timely 
donation review process. The information collected is as follows:

------------------------------------------------------------------------
         Information collected                Reason for collection
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Name, and indication whether executing   To identify the donor, and
 in individual capacity, or on behalf     whether the donor is acting
 of an organization.                      individually or on behalf of
                                          an organization.
Declaration whether the donor is         To assist the Department in
 involved with litigation or              determining whether there are
 controversy with the Department.         any issues associated with the
                                          proffer of the gift that need
                                          to be more closely examined.
Declaration whether the donor is         To assist the Department in
 engaged in any financial or business     determining whether there are
 relationship with the Department.        any issues associated with the
                                          proffer of the gift that need
                                          to be more closely examined.
Declaration whether the donor has been   To assist the Department in
 debarred, excluded or disqualified       determining whether there are
 from the non-procurement common rule,    any issues associated with the
 or otherwise declared ineligible from    proffer of the gift that need
 doing business with any Federal agency.  to be more closely examined.
Declaration as to whether the donation   To assist the Department in
 is expected to be involved with          determining whether there are
 marketing or advertising.                any issues associated with the
                                          proffer of the gift that need
                                          to be more closely examined.
Declaration whether the donor is         To assist the Department in
 seeking to attach conditions to the      determining whether there are
 donation.                                any issues associated with the
                                          proffer of the gift that need
                                          to be more closely examined.
Declaration whether this proposed        To assist the Department in
 donation is or is not part of a series   determining the scope and
 of donations to the Department.          context of the donation, and
                                          to assist in determining
                                          whether there are any issues
                                          associated with the proffer of
                                          the gift that need to be more
                                          closely examined.
Signature, Printed Name, Date,           To establish the contact
 Organization, Email address, City,       information of the potential
 State, Zip, and daytime or work phone    donor, and have the certifier
 number.                                  sign the certification form.
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II. Data

    (1) Title: Donor Certification Form.
    OMB Control Number: 1090-0009.
    Current Expiration Date: September 30, 2015.
    Type of Review: Renewal of an existing collection.
    Affected Entities: Individuals or households, Businesses, Not-for-
profit institutions, Tribal governments.
    Estimated annual number of respondents: 250.
    Frequency of response: Once per prospective donor per year.

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    (2) Annual reporting and record keeping burden.
    Total Annual Reporting per Respondent: 20 minutes.
    Total Annual Burden Hours: 83 hours.
    (3) Description of the need and use of the information: This 
information will provide Department staff with the basis for beginning 
the evaluation as to whether the Department will accept the proposed 
donation. The authorized employee will receive the donor certification 
form in advance of accepting the proposed donation. The employee will 
then review the totality of circumstances surrounding the proposed 
donation to determine whether the Department can accept the donation 
and maintain its integrity, impartiality, and public confidence.
    (4) As required under 5 CFR 1320.8(d), a Federal Register notice 
soliciting comments on the collection of information was published on 
June 23, 2015 (80 FR 35971). No comments were received. This notice 
provides the public with an additional 30 days in which to comment on 
the following information collection activity.

III. Request for Comments

    The Department of the Interior invites comments on:
    (a) Whether the collection of information is necessary for the 
proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether 
the information will have practical utility;
    (b) The accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the 
collection and the validity of the methodology and assumptions used;
    (c) Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the 
information to be collected; and
    (d) Ways to 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 collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology.
    ``Burden'' means the total time, effort, or financial resources 
expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, disclose, or provide 
information to or for a federal agency. This includes the time needed 
to review instructions; to develop, acquire, install and utilize 
technology and systems for the purpose of collecting, validating and 
verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and 
disclosing and providing information; to train personnel and to be able 
to respond to a collection of information, to search data sources, to 
complete and review the collection of information; and to transmit or 
otherwise disclose the information.
    It is our policy to make all comments available to the public for 
review. Before including Personally Identifiable Information (PII), 
such as your address, phone number, email address, or other personal 
information in your comment(s), you should be aware that your entire 
comment (including PII) may be made available to the public at any 
time. While you may ask us in your comment to withhold PII from public 
view, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so.
    If you wish to view any comments received, you may do so by 
scheduling an appointment via the contact information provided in the 
ADDRESSES section. A valid picture identification is required for entry 
into the Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240.
    An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required 
to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a 
currently valid Office of Management and Budget control number.

    Dated: September 25, 2015.
Douglas A. Glenn,
Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Director, Office of Financial 
Management, Department of the Interior.
[FR Doc. 2015-24745 Filed 9-29-15; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 4334-63-P
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