Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request, 21906-21907 [2016-08515]

Download as PDF 21906 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 71 / Wednesday, April 13, 2016 / Notices with service with an Armed Force in a contingency operation. 5 U.S.C. 8102a permits agencies to authorize retroactive payment of the death gratuity for employees who died on or after October 7, 2001, in service with an Armed Force in the theater of operations of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. 5 U.S.C. 8102a also allows federal employees to vary the order of precedence of beneficiaries or to name alternate beneficiaries. Form CA–40 requests the information necessary from the employee to accomplish this variance. Form CA–41 provides the means for those named beneficiaries and possible recipients to file claims for those benefits and requests information from such claimants so that OWCP may determine their eligibility for payment. Furthermore, the statute and regulations require agencies to notify OWCP immediately upon the death of a covered employee. CA–42 provides the means to accomplish this notification and requests information necessary to administer any claim for benefits resulting from such a death. This e.g., permitting electronic submissions of responses. information collection is currently approved for use through August 31, 2016. III. Current Actions II. Review Focus The Department of Labor is particularly interested in comments which: * Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; * evaluate the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; * enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; and * 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 technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, Time to complete (min) Form Frequency of response The Department of Labor seeks extension of approval to collect this information in order to carry out its responsibility to meet the statutory requirements of the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act. The information contained in these forms is used by the Division of Federal Employees’ Compensation to determine entitlement to benefits under the Act, to verify dependent status, and to initiate, continue, adjust, or terminate benefits based on eligibility criteria. Type of Review: Extension. Agency: Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs. Title: Death Gratuity Forms. OMB Number: 1240–0017. Agency Number: CA–40, CA–41, and CA–42. Affected Public: Individuals or household; Federal Government. Total Respondents: 262. Total Responses: 262. Number of respondents Number of responses Hours burden CA–40 Individual Respondent ............................................. CA–41 Individual Respondent ............................................. CA–42 Agency Respondent ................................................ 15 15 20 1 1 1 250 6 6 250 6 6 63 2 2 Totals ............................................................................ ........................ ........................ 262 262 67 Estimated Total Burden Hours: 67. Total Burden Cost (capital/startup): $0. Total Burden Cost (operating/ maintenance): $3. Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for Office of Management and Budget approval of the information collection request; they will also become a matter of public record. Dated: April 7, 2016. Yoon Ferguson, Agency Clearance Officer, Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs, U.S. Department of Labor. [FR Doc. 2016–08505 Filed 4–12–16; 8:45 am] asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES BILLING CODE 4510–CH–P NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request National Science Foundation. Notice; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request. AGENCY: ACTION: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 238001 The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the following information collection requirement to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Pub. L. 104–13. This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published in the Federal Register at 80 FR 24288, and no comments were received. NSF is forwarding the proposed renewal submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the publication of this second notice. The full submission may be found at: https:// www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Comments regarding (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 burden including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00071 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs of OMB, Attention: Desk Officer for National Science Foundation, 725–17th Street NW., Room 10235, Washington, DC 20503, and to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 1265, Arlington, VA 22230, or by email to splimpto@nsf.gov. Comments regarding these information collections are best assured of having their full effect if received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling 703–292– 7556. NSF may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such E:\FR\FM\13APN1.SGM 13APN1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 71 / Wednesday, April 13, 2016 / Notices persons are not required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 1265, Arlington, VA 22230, or by email to splimpto@nsf.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Call or write, Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 1265, Arlington, VA 22230, or by email to splimpto@nsf.gov. Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1– 800–877–8339, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year (including federal holidays). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title of Collection: Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST): State Coordinators Survey. OMB Number: 3145—NEW. Type of request: Intent to seek approval for ICR. asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Abstract The PAEMST is a White House program established by Congress in 1983 authorizing the President to bestow up to 108 awards each year to teachers of mathematics and science at the elementary and secondary levels. The NSF is the designated federal agency for administration of this Presidential program. Awards are given to mathematics and science (including computer science) teachers from each of the 50 states and four U.S. jurisdictions. The jurisdictions are Washington, DC; Puerto Rico; Department of Defense Education Activity schools; and the U.S. territories as a group (American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands). The award recognizes those teachers who develop and implement a high-quality instructional program that is informed by content knowledge and enhances student learning. Since the program’s inception, more than 4,300 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the classroom and to their profession. Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science (including computer science) education. The State Coordinator (SC) manages the PAEMST program within his or her state or jurisdiction. SCs recruit eligible VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 238001 nominees, select and assign mentors to nominees, coordinate the selection committee, and plan local recognition events within their State. They also carry out the responsibilities as noted in the ‘‘Operational Handbook for StateLevel Science and Mathematics Coordinators.’’ The purpose of this survey is to seek feedback from the 120 SCs regarding PAEMST management within their state or jurisdiction. The NSF, PAEMST support team will ask directed questions using the survey to gather information that may specifically address the methods and recruitment efforts that SCs use to support the attracting of prospective award nominees. Additional survey areas may also include: • Applicant Mentoring. • Mentor Training. • State selection Committee. • State selection Process. • Applicant and State Finalist Notification and Recognition. • In-kind contributions. The survey will evaluate the impact SCs have on attracting prospective award nominees to PAEMST. This will be conducted as a web-based survey. Estimate of Burden: Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 30–40 minutes for State Coordinators. Respondents: Individuals. Estimated Number of Responses per Form: 120 Coordinators. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 960 hours (120 Coordinators at 8 hours per survey = 960 hours). Frequency of Response: One per application cycle. Comments: Comments are invited on (a) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the PAEMST functions, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the NSF’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; (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 technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology. PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 21907 Dated: April 8, 2016. Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation. [FR Doc. 2016–08515 Filed 4–12–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7555–01–P NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION [NRC–2016–0076] Proposed Emergency Preparedness Frequently Asked Questions Nuclear Regulatory Commission. ACTION: Notice of availability; request for comment. AGENCY: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is making available for comment a set of emergency preparedness frequently asked questions (EPFAQs). These EPFAQs are intended to provide clarification of NRC-endorsed Nuclear Energy Institute guidance related to emergency preparedness (EP) at licensed power reactor sites. The NRC is publishing these draft EPFAQs to inform the public and solicit comments. DATES: Comments must be filed by May 13, 2016. Comments received after this date will be considered, if it is practical to do so, but the Commission is able to ensure consideration only for comments received on or before this date. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods (unless this document describes a different method for submitting comments on a specific subject): • Federal Rulemaking Web site: Go to https://www.regulations.gov and search for Docket ID NRC–2016–0076. Address questions about NRC dockets to Carol Gallagher; telephone: 301–415–3463; email: Carol.Gallagher@nrc.gov. For technical questions, contact the individual listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this document. • Mail comments to: Cindy Bladey, Office of Administration, Mail Stop: OWFN–12–H08, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Washington, DC 20555–0001. For additional direction on obtaining information and submitting comments, see ‘‘Obtaining Information and Submitting Comments’’ in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this document. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Don A. 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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION


Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

AGENCY: National Science Foundation.

ACTION: Notice; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request.

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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the 
following information collection requirement to OMB for review and 
clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Pub. L. 104-13. 
This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published 
in the Federal Register at 80 FR 24288, and no comments were received. 
NSF is forwarding the proposed renewal submission to the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the 
publication of this second notice. The full submission may be found at: 
https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Comments regarding (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 burden including the validity of the methodology 
and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and 
clarity of the information to be collected; (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 technological collection techniques or other forms 
of information technology should be addressed to: Office of Information 
and Regulatory Affairs of OMB, Attention: Desk Officer for National 
Science Foundation, 725-17th Street NW., Room 10235, Washington, DC 
20503, and to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National 
Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 1265, Arlington, VA 
22230, or by email to splimpto@nsf.gov. Comments regarding these 
information collections are best assured of having their full effect if 
received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the 
submission(s) may be obtained by calling 703-292-7556.
    NSF may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless 
the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control 
number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to 
the collection of information that such

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persons are not required to respond to the collection of information 
unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.

ADDRESSES: Submit written comments to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports 
Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, 
Room 1265, Arlington, VA 22230, or by email to splimpto@nsf.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Call or write, Suzanne Plimpton, 
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson 
Boulevard, Room 1265, Arlington, VA 22230, or by email to 
splimpto@nsf.gov. Individuals who use a telecommunications device for 
the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 
1-800-877-8339, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 
days a year (including federal holidays).

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    Title of Collection: Presidential Awards for Excellence in 
Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST): State Coordinators Survey.
    OMB Number: 3145--NEW.
    Type of request: Intent to seek approval for ICR.

Abstract

    The PAEMST is a White House program established by Congress in 1983 
authorizing the President to bestow up to 108 awards each year to 
teachers of mathematics and science at the elementary and secondary 
levels. The NSF is the designated federal agency for administration of 
this Presidential program. Awards are given to mathematics and science 
(including computer science) teachers from each of the 50 states and 
four U.S. jurisdictions. The jurisdictions are Washington, DC; Puerto 
Rico; Department of Defense Education Activity schools; and the U.S. 
territories as a group (American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the 
Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands). The award 
recognizes those teachers who develop and implement a high-quality 
instructional program that is informed by content knowledge and 
enhances student learning. Since the program's inception, more than 
4,300 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the 
classroom and to their profession. Awardees serve as models for their 
colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the 
improvement of mathematics and science (including computer science) 
education.
    The State Coordinator (SC) manages the PAEMST program within his or 
her state or jurisdiction. SCs recruit eligible nominees, select and 
assign mentors to nominees, coordinate the selection committee, and 
plan local recognition events within their State. They also carry out 
the responsibilities as noted in the ``Operational Handbook for State-
Level Science and Mathematics Coordinators.''
    The purpose of this survey is to seek feedback from the 120 SCs 
regarding PAEMST management within their state or jurisdiction. The 
NSF, PAEMST support team will ask directed questions using the survey 
to gather information that may specifically address the methods and 
recruitment efforts that SCs use to support the attracting of 
prospective award nominees. Additional survey areas may also include:
     Applicant Mentoring.
     Mentor Training.
     State selection Committee.
     State selection Process.
     Applicant and State Finalist Notification and Recognition.
     In-kind contributions.
    The survey will evaluate the impact SCs have on attracting 
prospective award nominees to PAEMST. This will be conducted as a web-
based survey.
    Estimate of Burden: Public reporting burden for this collection of 
information is estimated to average 30-40 minutes for State 
Coordinators.
    Respondents: Individuals.
    Estimated Number of Responses per Form: 120 Coordinators.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 960 hours (120 
Coordinators at 8 hours per survey = 960 hours).
    Frequency of Response: One per application cycle.
    Comments: Comments are invited on (a) whether the proposed 
collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of 
the PAEMST functions, including whether the information shall have 
practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the NSF's estimate of the burden 
of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the 
quality, utility, and clarity of the information on respondents, 
including through the use of automated collection techniques or other 
forms of information technology; (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 technological collection techniques or other forms of information 
technology.

    Dated: April 8, 2016.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. 2016-08515 Filed 4-12-16; 8:45 am]
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