Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Emergency Notification System (ENS), 70646-70647 [2020-24588]

Download as PDF khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES 70646 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 215 / Thursday, November 5, 2020 / Notices accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice seeks comments concerning the charge to FEMA and DHS to meet FEMA strategic priorities, and FEMA’s program management to improve the public’s knowledge and actions for preparedness and resilience. Information from this collection will be used to track changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to preparedness in the general public. The Individual and Community Preparedness Division analyzes and uses data collected in FEMA Form 008– 0–15, National Disaster Preparedness Survey to identify progress and gaps in individual and community preparedness to better understand the motivators and barriers to preparedness in general and about specific hazards. The survey measures the public’s knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors relative to preparing for a wide range of hazards. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before January 4, 2021. ADDRESSES: Please submit comments at www.regulations.gov under Docket ID FEMA–2020–0036. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. All submissions received must include the agency name and Docket ID, and will be posted, without change, to the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https:// www.regulations.gov, and will include any personal information you provide. Therefore, submitting this information makes it public. You may wish to read the Privacy and Security Notice that is available via a link on the homepage of www.regulations.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Joseph Faulk, Preparedness Data Lead, Individual and Community Preparedness Division, joseph.faulk@ fema.dhs.gov, 202–212–7723. You may contact the Information Management Division for copies of the proposed collection of information at email address: FEMA-Information-CollectionsManagement@fema.dhs.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Stafford Act, Title VI, Emergency Preparedness (42 U.S.C. 5195–5195(a)) identifies the purpose of emergency preparedness ‘‘for the protection of life and property in the United States from hazards.’’ It directs that the Federal Government ‘‘provide necessary direction, coordination, and guidance’’ as authorized for a comprehensive emergency preparedness system for all hazards. Emergency preparedness is defined as all ‘‘activities and measures designed or undertaken to prepare or minimize the effects of a hazard upon the civilian population. . .’’ The ‘‘conduct of research’’ is among the VerDate Sep<11>2014 20:36 Nov 04, 2020 Jkt 253001 measures to be undertaken in preparation for hazards. The DHS Strategic Plan 2020–2024 includes Goal 5, to ‘‘strengthen preparedness and resiliency.’’ The first objective of this goal is to ‘‘build a national culture of preparedness’’ with a sub-objective to ‘‘improve awareness initiatives to encourage public action to increase preparedness. Similarly, in FEMA’s Strategic Plan 2018–2022, Strategic Goal 1 is to ‘‘build a culture of preparedness’’ with objective 1.3 to ‘‘help people prepare for disasters.’’ The performance measures for objective 1.3 include increasing the percentage of people with savings set aside for an emergency and increasing the percentage of people who have taken preparedness actions. Presidential Policy Directive-8 (PPD– 8) directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to ‘‘coordinate a comprehensive campaign to build and sustain national preparedness, including public outreach and community-based and private sector programs to enhance national resilience, the provision of Federal financial assistance, preparedness efforts by the Federal Government, and national research and development efforts.’’ In response to FEMA’s responsibilities above, the information from this collection will be used to track changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to preparedness in the general public. Collection of Information Title: National Disaster Preparedness Survey. Type of Information Collection: Revision of a currently approved information collection. OMB Number: 1660–0105. FEMA Forms: FEMA Form 008–0–15. Abstract: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this collection assists FEMA’s Individual and Community Preparedness Division to identify progress and gaps in citizen and community preparedness. Affected Public: Individuals or Households. Estimated Number of Respondents: 7,000. Estimated Number of Responses: 7,000. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 1,250. Estimated Total Annual Respondent Cost: $46,938. Estimated Respondents’ Operation and Maintenance Costs: There are no respondents’ Operation and Maintenance costs associated with this information collection. Estimated Respondents’ Capital and Start-Up Costs: There are no PO 00000 Frm 00071 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 recordkeeping, capital and start-up costs associated with this information collection. Estimated Total Annual Cost to the Federal Government: $281,200. Comments Comments may be submitted as indicated in the ADDRESSES caption above. Comments are solicited to (a) evaluate whether the proposed data collection is necessary for the proper performance of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) 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; (c) enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) 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, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. Maile Arthur, Acting Records Management Branch Chief, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, Mission Support, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security. [FR Doc. 2020–24605 Filed 11–4–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111–27–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Federal Emergency Management Agency [Docket ID: FEMA–2020–0037; OMB No. 1660–0137] Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Emergency Notification System (ENS) Federal Emergency Management Agency, DHS. ACTION: 60 day notice and request for comments. AGENCY: The Federal Emergency Management Agency, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public to take this opportunity to comment on a revision of a currently approved information collection. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice seeks comments concerning the Emergency Notification System (ENS). SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\05NON1.SGM 05NON1 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 215 / Thursday, November 5, 2020 / Notices Comments must be submitted on or before January 4, 2021. ADDRESSES: To avoid duplicate submissions to the docket, please use the following means to submit comments: Submit comments at www.regulations.gov under Docket ID FEMA–2020–0037. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. All submissions received must include the agency name and Docket ID and will be posted, without change, to the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov, and will include any personal information you provide. Therefore, submitting this information makes it public. You may wish to read the Privacy and Security Notice that is available via a link on the homepage of www.regulations.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Melton Roland, ENS Program Manager, FEMA/ORR, Melton.Roland@ fema.dhs.gov, or telephone 540–665– 6152. You may contact the Records Management Division for copies of the proposed collection of information at email address: FEMA-InformationCollections-Management@fema.dhs.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: FEMA’s Office of Response & Recovery (ORR) owns and operates the Emergency Notification System (ENS). FEMA Directive 262–3, Emergency Notification System, designates ENS as the agency solution for all notification and alerts activities. The ENS sends electronic notifications and relays messages, whether critical in nature, routine, or for testing purposes with appropriate authorization, to DHS employees and contractors, as well as emergency response personnel. In accordance with Executive Order 12656, as amended, Presidential Policy Directive 40, and Federal Continuity Directive (FCD)-1, all DHS organizational components must have in place a viable Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) capability and plan that ensures the performance of their essential functions during any emergency or situation that could disrupt normal operations. An effective ENS solution is a critical part of this plan. DATES: khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Collection of Information Title: Emergency Notification System (ENS). Type of Information Collection: Revision of a currently approved information collection. OMB Number: 1660–0137. FEMA Forms: None. Abstract: The Emergency Notification System has been deemed the standard notification tool for FEMA. The purpose of this notification tool is to activate VerDate Sep<11>2014 20:36 Nov 04, 2020 Jkt 253001 teams and disseminate information. The respondents to this information are Mobile Operation Centers and Regions that use this information to make decisions on how to meet operational missions. This revision includes a new form for data gathering, which includes the Privacy Act Statement, Paperwork Reduction Act, and Retention Period information for members of the public that receive ENS Notifications. Affected Public: State, Local or Tribal Government; Federal Government. Estimated Number of Respondents: 700. Estimated Number of Responses: 700. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 183.2. Estimated Total Annual Respondent Cost: $6,247. Estimated Respondents’ Operation and Maintenance Costs: $0. Estimated Respondents’ Capital and Start-Up Costs: $0. Estimated Total Annual Cost to the Federal Government: $214,651. Comments Comments may be submitted as indicated in the ADDRESSES caption above. Comments are solicited to (a) evaluate whether the proposed data collection is necessary for the proper performance of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) 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; (c) enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) 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, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. Maile Arthur, Acting Records Management Branch Chief, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, Mission Support, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security. [FR Doc. 2020–24588 Filed 11–4–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111–23–P PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 70647 DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Fish and Wildlife Service [FWS–R8–ES–2019–N014; FXES11140800000–189–FF08EVEN00] Draft Habitat Conservation Plan and Draft Environmental Assessment for the California Department of Parks and Recreation, Oceano Dunes District, San Luis Obispo County, California Fish and Wildlife Service, Interior. ACTION: Notice of availability; request for comments. AGENCY: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), announce the availability of a draft habitat conservation plan (HCP) and associated draft environmental assessment (EA) for California Department of Parks and Recreation (CDPR) activities at Pismo State Beach and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area, San Luis Obispo County, California. The CDPR developed the draft HCP as part of their application for an incidental take permit (ITP) under the Endangered Species Act. The Service prepared a draft EA in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act to evaluate the potential effects to the natural and human environment resulting from issuing an ITP to CDPR. We invite public comment on these documents. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before December 21, 2020. SUMMARY: ADDRESSES: Obtaining Documents for Review: You may download a copy of the draft habitat conservation plan and draft environmental assessment at https:// www.fws.gov/ventura/, or you may request copies of the documents by U.S. mail (below) or by phone (see FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT). Submitting Written Comments: Please send us your written comments using one of the following methods: • U.S. mail: Stephen P. Henry, Field Supervisor, Ventura Fish and Wildlife Office, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 2493 Portola Road, Suite B, Ventura, CA 93003. • Email: fw8oceanoduneshcp@ fws.gov. Please include Oceano Dunes HCP in the subject line of the message. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lena Chang, Senior Fish and Wildlife Biologist, by phone at 805–677–3305, via the Federal Relay Service at 1–800– 877–8339 for TTY assistance, or at the Ventura address (see ADDRESSES). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), E:\FR\FM\05NON1.SGM 05NON1

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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 215 (Thursday, November 5, 2020)]
[Notices]
[Pages 70646-70647]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2020-24588]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Federal Emergency Management Agency

[Docket ID: FEMA-2020-0037; OMB No. 1660-0137]


Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; 
Comment Request; Emergency Notification System (ENS)

AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency, DHS.

ACTION: 60 day notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: The Federal Emergency Management Agency, as part of its 
continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites 
the general public to take this opportunity to comment on a revision of 
a currently approved information collection. In accordance with the 
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice seeks comments concerning 
the Emergency Notification System (ENS).

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DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before January 4, 2021.

ADDRESSES: To avoid duplicate submissions to the docket, please use the 
following means to submit comments: Submit comments at 
www.regulations.gov under Docket ID FEMA-2020-0037. Follow the 
instructions for submitting comments.
    All submissions received must include the agency name and Docket ID 
and will be posted, without change, to the Federal eRulemaking Portal 
at https://www.regulations.gov, and will include any personal 
information you provide. Therefore, submitting this information makes 
it public. You may wish to read the Privacy and Security Notice that is 
available via a link on the homepage of www.regulations.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Melton Roland, ENS Program Manager, 
FEMA/ORR, [email protected], or telephone 540-665-6152. You 
may contact the Records Management Division for copies of the proposed 
collection of information at email address: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: FEMA's Office of Response & Recovery (ORR) 
owns and operates the Emergency Notification System (ENS). FEMA 
Directive 262-3, Emergency Notification System, designates ENS as the 
agency solution for all notification and alerts activities. The ENS 
sends electronic notifications and relays messages, whether critical in 
nature, routine, or for testing purposes with appropriate 
authorization, to DHS employees and contractors, as well as emergency 
response personnel. In accordance with Executive Order 12656, as 
amended, Presidential Policy Directive 40, and Federal Continuity 
Directive (FCD)-1, all DHS organizational components must have in place 
a viable Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) capability and plan 
that ensures the performance of their essential functions during any 
emergency or situation that could disrupt normal operations. An 
effective ENS solution is a critical part of this plan.

Collection of Information

    Title: Emergency Notification System (ENS).
    Type of Information Collection: Revision of a currently approved 
information collection.
    OMB Number: 1660-0137.
    FEMA Forms: None.
    Abstract: The Emergency Notification System has been deemed the 
standard notification tool for FEMA. The purpose of this notification 
tool is to activate teams and disseminate information. The respondents 
to this information are Mobile Operation Centers and Regions that use 
this information to make decisions on how to meet operational missions. 
This revision includes a new form for data gathering, which includes 
the Privacy Act Statement, Paperwork Reduction Act, and Retention 
Period information for members of the public that receive ENS 
Notifications.
    Affected Public: State, Local or Tribal Government; Federal 
Government.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 700.
    Estimated Number of Responses: 700.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 183.2.
    Estimated Total Annual Respondent Cost: $6,247.
    Estimated Respondents' Operation and Maintenance Costs: $0.
    Estimated Respondents' Capital and Start-Up Costs: $0.
    Estimated Total Annual Cost to the Federal Government: $214,651.

Comments

    Comments may be submitted as indicated in the ADDRESSES caption 
above. Comments are solicited to (a) evaluate whether the proposed data 
collection is necessary for the proper performance of the agency, 
including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) 
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; (c) enhance the quality, utility, and 
clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) 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, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses.

Maile Arthur,
Acting Records Management Branch Chief, Office of the Chief 
Administrative Officer, Mission Support, Federal Emergency Management 
Agency, Department of Homeland Security.

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