Notice of Public Meeting of the Alabama Advisory Committee To Discuss the Memorandum on Access to Voting in the State of Alabama, 25426-25427 [2018-11741]

Download as PDF daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with NOTICES 25426 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 106 / Friday, June 1, 2018 / Notices ensure there are a sufficient number of State quality control reviewers staffed in order to complete cases within prescribed time periods? 6. Federal regulations at 7 CFR 275.23(b)(iii) require FNS to adjust a State agency’s regressed error rate for failing to complete 98 percent of its required sample size. FNS is considering a proposal to increase the adjustment as the current formula may not effectively deter mitigation strategies that encourage error prone cases to be dropped. What factors should FNS consider in adjusting a State agency’s regressed error rate for incomplete cases? 7. In both OIG’s review of SNAP’s QC system and FNS’ own QC integrity reviews it was found that one tactic used to minimize the reporting of errors was to drop cases that were subject to QC review. What policies or procedures should FNS consider to ensure that only cases that cannot be verified are dropped while also discouraging the over-use of dropping cases? 8. FNS uses a two-step process in order to determine a case’s final payment error amount, referred to as Comparison I and Comparison II. In an audit, USDA’s Office of Inspector General expressed concerns that the existing two-step process does not conform to regulatory requirements and that it does not accurately measure errors because Comparison II is not applied to all cases. This inconsistency raises concerns of underreporting payment errors. What recommendations should FNS consider in revising the use of Comparison I and Comparison II to reflect a more accurate account of a sampled case’s payment error amount? 9. FNS is interested in recommendations that incentivize quality control reviewers to accurately report case results. Performance requirements that focus exclusively on timeliness of the case reviews without any qualitative measure may inadvertently lead to inaccurate case results. What factors should FNS consider in establishing qualitative metrics for quality control case reviews? 10. What concerns or barriers, if any, would exist if FNS were to mandate the use of the SNAP Quality Control System (SNAPQCS) as a means of reporting case results and documentation to FNS for all QC Worksheets? This is based on an assumption that a State would retain the option to maintain its own internal quality control system, provided that case results were reported to SNAPQCS. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:06 May 31, 2018 Jkt 244001 11. Are there any data elements that FNS should consider collecting through the quality control system as part of the FNS form 380–1 in order to better understand SNAP case record information and/or patterns over time or across States? This includes information that would further FNS’s knowledge of potential bias in the payment error rates. 12. Are there additional recommendations FNS should consider to encourage a greater use of technology to enhance the accuracy of case reviews in QC? 13. FNS is interested in improving the transparency of the QC process. What factors should FNS consider if FNS were to require all State QC procedures be in writing and submitted to FNS as part of an annual state plan? 14. What factors should FNS consider in revising the current corrective action planning requirement as a result of payment errors, incomplete cases, or negative case actions? To get a quick overview of the referenced Financial Reporting Requirements set by OMB, visit https:// www.whitehouse.gov/sites/ whitehouse.gov/files/omb/circulars/ A136/a136_revised_2013.pdf and https:// comptroller.defense.gov/Portals/45/ documents/micp_docs/Authoritative_ Laws_and_Regulations/OMB_Circular_ A–123_Appendix_C.pdf. For an overview of the SNAP QC Completion Rate study, visit https://fnsprod.azureedge.net/sites/default/files/ ops/SNAPQCCompletion.pdf and for an overview of USDA’s OIG audit of SNAP’s Quality Control Process for SNAP Error Rates, visit https:// www.usda.gov/oig/webdocs/276010002-41.pdf. FNS has verified the website addresses in this document, as of the date this document publishes in the Federal Register, but websites are subject to change over time. Dated: May 24, 2018. Brandon Lipps, Administrator, Food and Nutrition Service. [FR Doc. 2018–11849 Filed 5–31–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–30–P COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS Notice of Public Meeting of the Alabama Advisory Committee To Discuss the Memorandum on Access to Voting in the State of Alabama U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. ACTION: Announcement of meeting. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act that the Alabama Advisory Committee (Committee) will hold a meeting on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. (Central) for the purpose discussing the Memorandum on Access to Voting in Alabama. SUMMARY: The meeting will be held on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. (Central). Public Call Information: Dial: 888– 256–1027, Conference ID: 7521876. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Barreras, DFO, at dbarreras@ usccr.gov or 312–353–8311. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Members of the public can listen to the discussion. This meeting is available to the public through the following tollfree call-in number: 888–256–1027, conference ID: 7521876. Any interested member of the public may call this number and listen to the meeting. An open comment period will be provided to allow members of the public to make a statement as time allows. The conference call operator will ask callers to identify themselves, the organization they are affiliated with (if any), and an email address prior to placing callers into the conference room. Callers can expect to incur regular charges for calls they initiate over wireless lines, according to their wireless plan. The Commission will not refund any incurred charges. Callers will incur no charge for calls they initiate over landline connections to the toll-free telephone number. Persons with hearing impairments may also follow the proceedings by first calling the Federal Relay Service at 1–800–977–8339 and providing the Service with the conference call number and conference ID number. Members of the public are also entitled to submit written comments; the comments must be received in the regional office within 30 days following the meeting. Written comments may be mailed to the Midwestern Regional Office, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, 230 S. Dearborn Street, Suite 2120, Chicago, IL 60604. They may also be faxed to the Commission at (312) 353– 8324 or emailed to David Barreras at dbarreras@usccr.gov. Persons who desire additional information may contact the Midwestern Regional Office at (312) 353–8311. DATES: E:\FR\FM\01JNN1.SGM 01JNN1 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 106 / Friday, June 1, 2018 / Notices Records generated from this meeting may be inspected and reproduced at the Midwestern Regional Office, as they become available, both before and after the meeting. Records of the meeting will be available via www.facadatabase.gov under the Commission on Civil Rights, Alabama Advisory Committee link (https://www.facadatabase.gov/ committee/committee.aspx?cid= 233&aid=17). Persons interested in the work of this Committee are directed to the Commission’s website, https:// www.usccr.gov, or may contact the Midwestern Regional Office at the above email or street address. Agenda Welcome and Roll Call Discussion of the Memorandum Next Steps Public Comment Adjournment Exceptional Circumstance: Pursuant to 41 CFR 102–3.150, the notice for this meeting is given less than 15 calendar days prior to the meeting because of the exceptional circumstance that this project will inform the Commission’s FY2018 statutory enforcement report on voting rights and is therefore under a very tight timeline. Dated: May 25, 2018. David Mussatt, Supervisory Chief, Regional Programs Unit. [FR Doc. 2018–11741 Filed 5–31–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS Notice of Public Meeting of the Louisiana Advisory Committee To Discuss the Barriers to Voting Report U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. ACTION: Announcement of meeting. AGENCY: Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act that the Louisiana Advisory Committee (Committee) will hold a meeting on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 10:00:00 a.m. Central for a discussion on the Barriers to Voting in Louisiana report. DATES: The meeting will be held on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. Central. Public Call Information: Dial: 888– 481–2845, Conference ID: 8259781. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Barreras, DFO, at dbarreras@ usccr.gov or 312–353–8311. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Members of the public can listen to the daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:06 May 31, 2018 Jkt 244001 discussion. This meeting is available to the public through the following tollfree call-in number: 888–481–2845, Conference ID: 8259781. Any interested member of the public may call this number and listen to the meeting. An open comment period will be provided to allow members of the public to make a statement as time allows. The conference call operator will ask callers to identify themselves, the organization they are affiliated with (if any), and an email address prior to placing callers into the conference room. Callers can expect to incur regular charges for calls they initiate over wireless lines, according to their wireless plan. The Commission will not refund any incurred charges. Callers will incur no charge for calls they initiate over landline connections to the toll-free telephone number. Persons with hearing impairments may also follow the proceedings by first calling the Federal Relay Service at 1–800–977–8339 and providing the Service with the conference call number and conference ID number. Members of the public are also entitled to submit written comments; the comments must be received in the regional office within 30 days following the meeting. Written comments may be mailed to the Midwestern Regional Office, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, 230 S Dearborn Street, Suite 2120, Chicago, IL 60604. They may also be faxed to the Commission at (312) 353– 8324 or emailed to David Barreras at dbarreras@usccr.gov. Persons who desire additional information may contact the Midwestern Regional Office at (312) 353–8311. Records generated from this meeting may be inspected and reproduced at the Midwestern Regional Office, as they become available, both before and after the meeting. Records of the meeting will be available via www.facadatabase.gov under the Commission on Civil Rights, Louisiana Advisory Committee link (https://www.facadatabase.gov/ committee/committee.aspx?cid= 251&aid=17). Persons interested in the work of this Committee are directed to the Commission’s website, https:// www.usccr.gov, or may contact the Midwestern Regional Office at the above email or street address. Agenda Welcome and Roll Call Discussion of Barriers to Voting Report Next Steps Public Comment Adjournment Exceptional Circumstance: Pursuant to 41 CFR 102–3.150, the notice for this meeting is given less than 15 calendar PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 25427 days prior to the meeting because of the exceptional circumstance that this project will inform the Commission’s FY2018 statutory enforcement report on voting rights and is therefore under a very tight timeline. Dated: May 25, 2018. David Mussatt, Supervisory Chief, Regional Programs Unit. [FR Doc. 2018–11742 Filed 5–31–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS Notice of Public Meeting of the Wisconsin Advisory Committee for a Meeting To Discuss Civil Rights Concerns in the State U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. ACTION: Announcement of meeting. Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act that the Wisconsin Advisory Committee (Committee) will hold a meeting on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at 12:00 p.m. CST for the purpose of discussing civil rights concerns in the state. DATES: The meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. CST. Public Call Information: Dial: 888– 287–5536, Conference ID: 2600188. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Carolyn Allen at callen@usccr.gov or 312–353–8311. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Members of the public can listen to the discussion. This meeting is available to the public through the following tollfree call-in number: 888–287–5536, conference ID: 2600188. Any interested member of the public may call this number and listen to the meeting. An open comment period will be provided to allow members of the public to make a statement as time allows. The conference call operator will ask callers to identify themselves, the organization they are affiliated with (if any), and an email address prior to placing callers into the conference room. Callers can expect to incur regular charges for calls they initiate over wireless lines, according to their wireless plan. The Commission will not refund any incurred charges. Callers will incur no charge for calls they initiate over landline connections to the toll-free telephone number. Persons with hearing impairments may also follow the proceedings by first calling the Federal Relay Service at 1–800–977–8339 and SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\01JNN1.SGM 01JNN1

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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 106 (Friday, June 1, 2018)]
[Notices]
[Pages 25426-25427]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2018-11741]


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COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS


Notice of Public Meeting of the Alabama Advisory Committee To 
Discuss the Memorandum on Access to Voting in the State of Alabama

AGENCY: U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.

ACTION: Announcement of meeting.

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SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the 
rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights 
(Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act that the Alabama 
Advisory Committee (Committee) will hold a meeting on Friday, June 1, 
2018, at 2:30 p.m. (Central) for the purpose discussing the Memorandum 
on Access to Voting in Alabama.

DATES: The meeting will be held on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. 
(Central).
    Public Call Information: Dial: 888-256-1027, Conference ID: 
7521876.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Barreras, DFO, at 
[email protected] or 312-353-8311.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Members of the public can listen to the 
discussion. This meeting is available to the public through the 
following toll-free call-in number: 888-256-1027, conference ID: 
7521876. Any interested member of the public may call this number and 
listen to the meeting. An open comment period will be provided to allow 
members of the public to make a statement as time allows. The 
conference call operator will ask callers to identify themselves, the 
organization they are affiliated with (if any), and an email address 
prior to placing callers into the conference room. Callers can expect 
to incur regular charges for calls they initiate over wireless lines, 
according to their wireless plan. The Commission will not refund any 
incurred charges. Callers will incur no charge for calls they initiate 
over land-line connections to the toll-free telephone number. Persons 
with hearing impairments may also follow the proceedings by first 
calling the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-977-8339 and providing the 
Service with the conference call number and conference ID number.
    Members of the public are also entitled to submit written comments; 
the comments must be received in the regional office within 30 days 
following the meeting. Written comments may be mailed to the Midwestern 
Regional Office, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, 230 S. Dearborn 
Street, Suite 2120, Chicago, IL 60604. They may also be faxed to the 
Commission at (312) 353-8324 or emailed to David Barreras at 
[email protected]. Persons who desire additional information may 
contact the Midwestern Regional Office at (312) 353-8311.

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    Records generated from this meeting may be inspected and reproduced 
at the Midwestern Regional Office, as they become available, both 
before and after the meeting. Records of the meeting will be available 
via www.facadatabase.gov under the Commission on Civil Rights, Alabama 
Advisory Committee link (https://www.facadatabase.gov/committee/committee.aspx?cid=233&aid=17). Persons interested in the work of this 
Committee are directed to the Commission's website, https://www.usccr.gov, or may contact the Midwestern Regional Office at the 
above email or street address.

Agenda

Welcome and Roll Call
Discussion of the Memorandum
Next Steps
Public Comment
Adjournment

    Exceptional Circumstance: Pursuant to 41 CFR 102-3.150, the notice 
for this meeting is given less than 15 calendar days prior to the 
meeting because of the exceptional circumstance that this project will 
inform the Commission's FY2018 statutory enforcement report on voting 
rights and is therefore under a very tight timeline.

    Dated: May 25, 2018.
David Mussatt,
Supervisory Chief, Regional Programs Unit.
[FR Doc. 2018-11741 Filed 5-31-18; 8:45 am]
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