Agency Information Collection Activities, Comment Request: National Science Foundation Proposal/Award Information-National Science Foundation Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide, 22293-22294 [2018-10170]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 93 / Monday, May 14, 2018 / Notices amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with NOTICES OMB Number: 3133–0188. Type of Review: Extension without change of a currently approved collection. Title: Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback on Agency Service Delivery. Abstract: This collection of information is necessary to enable the Agency to garner customer and stakeholder feedback in an efficient, timely manner, in accordance with our commitment to improving service delivery. The information collected from our customers and stakeholders will help ensure that users have an effective, efficient, and satisfying experience with the Agency’s programs. Affected Public: Individuals or Households; Private Sector: Businesses or other for-profits and Not-for-profit institutions. Estimated Number of Annual Responses: 56,000. Frequency of Response: Once per request. Estimated Total Burden Hours: 42,000. Request for Comments: Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. The public is invited to submit comments concerning: (a) Whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper execution of the function 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 of information, including 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 the information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. By Gerard Poliquin, Secretary of the Board, the National Credit Union Administration, on May 9, 2018. Dated: May 9, 2018. Dawn D. Wolfgang, NCUA PRA Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. 2018–10223 Filed 5–11–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7535–01–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:02 May 11, 2018 Jkt 244001 NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION Agency Information Collection Activities, Comment Request: National Science Foundation Proposal/Award Information—National Science Foundation Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide National Science Foundation. Notice. AGENCY: ACTION: The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans to request renewed clearance of this collection. In accordance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are providing opportunity for public comment on the draft NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG). The primary purpose of this revision is to update the PAPPG to incorporate a number of policy-related changes, including new coverage on sexual and other forms of harassment. The draft NSF PAPPG is now available for your review and consideration on the NSF website at https://www.nsf.gov/bfa/dias/ policy/. To facilitate review, revised text has been highlighted in yellow throughout the document to identify significant changes. A brief comment explanation of the change also is provided. After obtaining and considering public comment, NSF will prepare the submission requesting OMB clearance of this collection for no longer than 3 years. In addition to the type of comments identified above, comments also are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency’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; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Written comments should be received by July 13, 2018 to be assured of consideration. Comments received after that date will be considered to the extent practicable. ADDRESSES: Written comments regarding the information collection and requests for copies of the proposed information collection request should be SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 22293 addressed to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Room W18253, Alexandria, VA 22314, or by email to splimpto@nsf.gov. The draft NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide may be found at: https://www.nsf.gov/bfa/dias/policy/. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Suzanne Plimpton at (703) 292–7556 or send 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: ‘‘National Science Foundation Proposal/Award Information—NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide.’’ OMB Approval Number: 3145–0058. Expiration Date of Approval: October 31, 2020. Type of Request: Intent to seek approval to extend with revision an information collection for three years. Proposed Project: The National Science Foundation Act of 1950 (Pub. L. 81–507) sets forth NSF’s mission and purpose: ‘‘To promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense. . . .’’ The Act authorized and directed NSF to initiate and support: • Basic scientific research and research fundamental to the engineering process; • Programs to strengthen scientific and engineering research potential; • Science and engineering education programs at all levels and in all the various fields of science and engineering; • Programs that provide a source of information for policy formulation; and • Other activities to promote these ends. NSF’s core purpose resonates clearly in everything it does: Promoting achievement and progress in science and engineering and enhancing the potential for research and education to contribute to the Nation. While NSF’s vision of the future and the mechanisms it uses to carry out its charges have evolved significantly over the last six decades, its ultimate mission remains the same. Use of the Information: The regular submission of proposals to the Foundation is part of the collection of information and is used to help NSF fulfill this responsibility by initiating E:\FR\FM\14MYN1.SGM 14MYN1 22294 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 93 / Monday, May 14, 2018 / Notices and supporting merit-selected research and education projects in all the scientific and engineering disciplines. NSF receives more than 50,000 proposals annually for new projects, and makes approximately 11,000 new awards. Support is made primarily through grants and cooperative agreements awarded to approximately 2,000 colleges, universities, academic consortia, nonprofit institutions, and small businesses. The awards are primarily based on merit review evaluations of proposals submitted to the Foundation. The Foundation has a continuing commitment to monitor the operations of its information collection to identify and address excessive reporting burdens as well as to identify any real or apparent inequities based on gender, race, ethnicity, or disability of the proposed principal investigator(s)/ project director(s) or the co-principal investigator(s)/co-project director(s). Burden on the Public: The Foundation estimates that an average of 120 hours is expended for each proposal submitted. An estimated 50,000 proposals are expected during the course of one year for a total of 6,000,000 public burden hours annually. Dated: May 9, 2018. Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation. [FR Doc. 2018–10170 Filed 5–11–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7555–01–P NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION [NRC–2018–0001] Sunshine Act Meeting Notice Weeks of May 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18, 2018. PLACE: Commissioners’ Conference Room, 11555 Rockville Pike, Rockville, Maryland. 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If you would like to be added to the distribution, please contact the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of the Secretary, Washington, DC 20555 (301– 415–1969), or you may email Patricia.Jimenez@nrc.gov or Wendy.Moore@nrc.gov. Dated: May 9, 2018. Denise L. McGovern, Policy Coordinator, Office of the Secretary. [FR Doc. 2018–10271 Filed 5–10–18; 11:15 am] BILLING CODE 7590–01–P PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION [Docket Nos. 70–1151 and 70–0036; NRC– 2018–0095] Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Consideration of Approval of Transfer of License Nuclear Regulatory Commission. ACTION: Application for indirect transfer of license; opportunity to comment, request a hearing, and petition for leave to intervene. AGENCY: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) received and is considering approval of an application filed by Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC (Westinghouse) on March 21, 2017. The application seeks NRC approval of the indirect transfer of material licenses SNM–1107; SNM–33; and several export licenses for the Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC from Toshiba Corporation, the current parent company of the license holder, to Brookfield WEC Holdings Inc., which is ultimately owned and controlled by Brookfield Asset Management Inc. DATES: Comments must be filed by June 13, 2018. A request for a hearing on the materials license transfers must be filed by June 4, 2018 and a request for a hearing on the export license transfers must be filed by June 13, 2018. Any potential party as defined in § 2.4 of title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), who believes access to SUNSI is necessary to respond to this notice must follow the instructions in Section VI of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section of this notice. 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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 93 (Monday, May 14, 2018)]
[Notices]
[Pages 22293-22294]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2018-10170]


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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION


Agency Information Collection Activities, Comment Request: 
National Science Foundation Proposal/Award Information--National 
Science Foundation Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide

AGENCY: National Science Foundation.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans to 
request renewed clearance of this collection. In accordance with the 
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are providing 
opportunity for public comment on the draft NSF Proposal and Award 
Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG). The primary purpose of this 
revision is to update the PAPPG to incorporate a number of policy-
related changes, including new coverage on sexual and other forms of 
harassment. The draft NSF PAPPG is now available for your review and 
consideration on the NSF website at https://www.nsf.gov/bfa/dias/policy/.
    To facilitate review, revised text has been highlighted in yellow 
throughout the document to identify significant changes. A brief 
comment explanation of the change also is provided.
    After obtaining and considering public comment, NSF will prepare 
the submission requesting OMB clearance of this collection for no 
longer than 3 years.
    In addition to the type of comments identified above, comments also 
are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is 
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, 
including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the 
accuracy of the Agency'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; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of 
information on respondents, including through the use of automated 
collection techniques or other forms of information technology.

DATES: Written comments should be received by July 13, 2018 to be 
assured of consideration. Comments received after that date will be 
considered to the extent practicable.

ADDRESSES: Written comments regarding the information collection and 
requests for copies of the proposed information collection request 
should be addressed to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, 
National Science Foundation, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Room W18253, 
Alexandria, VA 22314, or by email to [email protected]. The draft NSF 
Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide may be found at: 
https://www.nsf.gov/bfa/dias/policy/.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Suzanne Plimpton at (703) 292-7556 or 
send email to [email protected]. 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: ``National Science Foundation Proposal/Award 
Information--NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide.''
    OMB Approval Number: 3145-0058.
    Expiration Date of Approval: October 31, 2020.
    Type of Request: Intent to seek approval to extend with revision an 
information collection for three years.
    Proposed Project: The National Science Foundation Act of 1950 (Pub. 
L. 81-507) sets forth NSF's mission and purpose:
    ``To promote the progress of science; to advance the national 
health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense. . . 
.''
    The Act authorized and directed NSF to initiate and support:
     Basic scientific research and research fundamental to the 
engineering process;
     Programs to strengthen scientific and engineering research 
potential;
     Science and engineering education programs at all levels 
and in all the various fields of science and engineering;
     Programs that provide a source of information for policy 
formulation; and
     Other activities to promote these ends.
    NSF's core purpose resonates clearly in everything it does: 
Promoting achievement and progress in science and engineering and 
enhancing the potential for research and education to contribute to the 
Nation. While NSF's vision of the future and the mechanisms it uses to 
carry out its charges have evolved significantly over the last six 
decades, its ultimate mission remains the same.
    Use of the Information: The regular submission of proposals to the 
Foundation is part of the collection of information and is used to help 
NSF fulfill this responsibility by initiating

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and supporting merit-selected research and education projects in all 
the scientific and engineering disciplines. NSF receives more than 
50,000 proposals annually for new projects, and makes approximately 
11,000 new awards.
    Support is made primarily through grants and cooperative agreements 
awarded to approximately 2,000 colleges, universities, academic 
consortia, nonprofit institutions, and small businesses. The awards are 
primarily based on merit review evaluations of proposals submitted to 
the Foundation.
    The Foundation has a continuing commitment to monitor the 
operations of its information collection to identify and address 
excessive reporting burdens as well as to identify any real or apparent 
inequities based on gender, race, ethnicity, or disability of the 
proposed principal investigator(s)/project director(s) or the co-
principal investigator(s)/co-project director(s).
    Burden on the Public: The Foundation estimates that an average of 
120 hours is expended for each proposal submitted. An estimated 50,000 
proposals are expected during the course of one year for a total of 
6,000,000 public burden hours annually.

    Dated: May 9, 2018.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. 2018-10170 Filed 5-11-18; 8:45 am]
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