Proposed Extension of Information Collection Request Submitted for Public Comment; Comment Request on Burden Related to Requirement To Use Taxpayer Identifying Numbers on Submissions Under the Section 897 and 1445, 78407-78408 [2020-26657]
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per hour on the road, as the drive is
simply too short for the trucks to
accelerate to a higher speed.
Section 393.120(c) of the FMCSRs
requires that metal coils that weigh
more than 5,000 pounds (either
individually or grouped together) and
transported with eyes crosswise to be
secured using (1) a means (e.g., timbers,
chocks or wedges, a cradle, etc.) to
prevent the coil from rolling and to
support the coil off the deck, (2) at least
one tiedown through its eye restricting
against forward motion, and (3) at least
one tiedown through its eye restricting
against rearward motion. Attaching
tiedowns diagonally through the eye of
a coil to form an X-pattern when viewed
from above the vehicle is prohibited.
K & L seeks an exemption to use an
alternative securement system
consisting of a customized metal carrier
affixed to the bed of its trailers and the
use of a single large cargo securement
strap. The coil carriers weigh 2,500
pounds each and are attached to the bed
with sixteen 5⁄8 inch, Grade 8 bolts with
a working load limit of 27,611 pounds
each. In total, the carrier and bolts have
a working load limit over 500,000
pounds. Rather than using four chains
to prevent the coil from moving forward
or backwards, K & L uses a large single,
two-ply, nylon-Kevlar tiedown strap
with a working load limit of 44,800
pounds through the eye of the coil and
secures the coil to the metal carrier.
K & L states that the alternative cargo
securement system will not have an
adverse impact on safety, and that
adherence to the terms and conditions
of the exemption would likely achieve
a level of safety equivalent to or greater
than the level of safety achieved without
the exemption.
Comments
FMCSA published a notice of the
application in the Federal Register on
May 14, 2020 and asked for public
comment (85 FR 29018). The Agency
received one comment, from Mr. Bruce
Grimm. Mr. Grimm stated that the
proposed cargo securement technique
proposed by K & L may be practical if
the strength of the load securement is
consistently monitored by the motor
carrier, and stated that the heavy-duty
load securement straps proposed to be
used by K & L have been successfully
used in other transportation cargo
securement applications. Mr. Grimm
wrote that these cargo securement straps
are not immune to damage and may be
subject to deterioration due to
ultraviolet light.
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FMCSA Decision
The FMCSA has evaluated the K & L
exemption application, and the
comment received. The Agency believes
that granting the temporary exemption
to allow K & L Trucking to transport
metal coils using an alternative
securement system consisting of a
customized metal carrier affixed to the
bed of its trailers and the use of a single
large cargo securement strap will likely
provide a level of safety that is
equivalent to, or greater than, the level
of safety achieved without the
exemption.
FMCSA acknowledges the concerns of
commenter Mr. Bruce Grimm that the
synthetic cargo securement strap and
metal coil carrier proposed to be used
by K & L must be inspected frequently
to identify any damage that might affect
the working load limit of the metal coil
carrier or the single large synthetic cargo
strap. FMCSA believes that the current
FMCSRs at section 393.104(b) which
requires that ‘‘all tiedowns and cargo
securement systems, parts and
components used to secure cargo must
be in proper working order when used
to perform that function with no
damaged or weakened components,
such as, but not limited to, cracks or
cuts that will adversely affect their
performance for cargo securement
purposes, including reducing the
working load limit,’’ ensures that the
carrier will be effective in monitoring
the condition of the cargo securement
system. FMCSA believes that the
alternative cargo securement technique
of metal coil carrier and the single large
synthetic cargo strap is likely to provide
a level of safety that is equivalent to, or
greater than, the level of safety achieved
without the exemption.
Terms and Conditions for the
Exemption
The Agency hereby grants the
exemption for a 5-year period,
beginning December 4, 2020 and ending
December 4, 2025. During the temporary
exemption period, K & L will be allowed
to use an alternative securement system
consisting of a customized metal carrier
affixed to the bed of its trailers and the
use of a single large cargo securement
strap. The coil carriers weigh 2,500
pounds each and are attached to the bed
with sixteen 5⁄8 inch, Grade 8 bolts with
a working load limit of 27,611 pounds
each, and a large single, two-ply, nylonKevlar tiedown strap with a working
load limit of 44,800 pounds through the
eye of the coil to secures the coil to the
metal carrier for the limited transport
from North Star Blue Scope Steel, LLC,
located at 6767 County Road 9, Delta,
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Ohio 43515, to Fulton County
Processing, located at 7800 Ohio-109,
Delta, Ohio 43515.
The exemption will be valid for 5
years unless rescinded earlier by
FMCSA. The exemption will be
rescinded if: (1) K & L fails to comply
with the terms and conditions of the
exemption; (2) the exemption has
resulted in a lower level of safety than
was maintained before it was granted; or
(3) continuation of the exemption would
not be consistent with the goals and
objectives of 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and
31315(b).
Interested parties possessing
information that would demonstrate
that the cargo securement system used
by K & L to secure metal coils is not
achieving the requisite statutory level of
safety should immediately notify
FMCSA. The Agency will evaluate any
such information and, if safety is being
compromised or if the continuation of
the exemption is not consistent with 49
U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315(b), will take
immediate steps to revoke the
exemption.
Preemption
In accordance with 49 U.S.C.
31313(d), as implemented by 49 CFR
381.600, during the period this
exemption is in effect, no State shall
enforce any law or regulation applicable
to interstate commerce that conflicts
with or is inconsistent with this
exemption. States may, but are not
required to, adopt the same exemption
with respect to operations in intrastate
commerce.
James W. Deck,
Deputy Administrator.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Internal Revenue Service
Proposed Extension of Information
Collection Request Submitted for
Public Comment; Comment Request
on Burden Related to Requirement To
Use Taxpayer Identifying Numbers on
Submissions Under the Section 897
and 1445
Internal Revenue Service (IRS),
Treasury.
ACTION: Notice and request for
comments.
AGENCY:
The Internal Revenue Service,
as part of its continuing effort to reduce
paperwork and respondent burden,
invites the public and other Federal
agencies to take this opportunity to
SUMMARY:
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comment on proposed and/or
continuing information collections, as
required by the Paperwork Reduction
Act of 1995. Currently, the IRS is
soliciting comments concerning the
burden related to the guidance under
sections 897, 1445, and 6109 to require
use of Taxpayer Identifying Numbers on
submission under the section 897 and
1445.
DATES: Written comments should be
received on or before February 2, 2021
to be assured of consideration.
ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments
to Kinna Brewington, Internal Revenue
Service, Room 6529, 1111 Constitution
Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224.
Requests for additional information or
copies of the regulations should be
directed to R. Joseph Durbala, at Internal
Revenue Service, Room 6129, 1111
Constitution Avenue NW, Washington,
DC 20224, or through the internet, at
RJoseph.Durbala@irs.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title: Guidance under Sections 897,
1445, and 6109 to require use of
Taxpayer Identifying Numbers on
Submission under the Section 897 and
1445.
OMB Number: 1545–1797.
Regulation Project Number: TD 9082;
TD 9751.
Abstract: The collection of
information relates to applications for
withholding certificates under section
1.1445–3 to be filed with the IRS with
respect to (1) dispositions of U.S. real
property interests that have been used
by foreign persons as a principle
residence within the prior 5 years and
excluded from gross income under
section 121 and (2) dispositions of U.S.
real property interests by foreign
persons in deferred like kind exchanges
that qualify for nonrecognition under
section 1031.
Current Actions: There is no change to
the burden previously approved.
Type of Review: Extension of a
currently approved collection.
Affected Public: Individuals or
households and Business or other forprofit.
Estimated Number of Responses: 150.
Estimated Time per Respondent: 4
hrs.
Estimated Total Annual Burden
Hours: 600.
The following paragraph applies to all
the collections of information covered
by this notice:
An agency may not conduct or
sponsor, and a person is not required to
respond to, a collection of information
unless the collection of information
displays a valid OMB control number.
Books or records relating to a
collection of information must be
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retained if their contents may become
material in the administration of any
internal revenue law. Generally, tax
returns and tax return information are
confidential, as required by 26 U.S.C.
6103.
Desired Focus of Comments: The
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is
particularly interested in comments
that:
• 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 using
appropriate automated, electronic,
mechanical, or other technological
collection techniques or other forms of
information technology, e.g., by
permitting electronic submissions of
responses.
Comments submitted in response to
this notice will be summarized and/or
included in the ICR for OMB approval
of the extension of the information
collection; they will also become a
matter of public record.
Approved: November 30, 2020.
Ronald J. Durbala,
IRS Tax Analyst.
[FR Doc. 2020–26657 Filed 12–3–20; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Internal Revenue Service
Proposed Extension of Information
Collection Request Submitted for
Public Comment; Comment Request
on Burden Related to Information
Reporting by Passport Applicants
Internal Revenue Service (IRS),
Treasury.
ACTION: Notice and request for
comments.
AGENCY:
The Internal Revenue Service,
as part of its continuing effort to reduce
paperwork and respondent burden,
invites the public and other Federal
agencies to take this opportunity to
comment on proposed and/or
continuing information collections, as
required by the Paperwork Reduction
SUMMARY:
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Act of 1995. Currently, the IRS is
soliciting comments concerning the
burden related to the information
reporting by passport applicants.
DATES: Written comments should be
received on or before February 2, 2021
to be assured of consideration.
ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments
to Kinna Brewington, Internal Revenue
Service, Room 6529, 1111 Constitution
Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224.
Requests for additional information or
copies of the regulations should be
directed to R. Joseph Durbala, at Internal
Revenue Service, Room 6129, 1111
Constitution Avenue NW, Washington
DC 20224, or through the internet, at
RJoseph.Durbala@irs.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title: Information Reporting by
Passport Applicants.
OMB Number: 1545–1359.
Regulation Project Number: TD 9679.
Abstract: These final regulations
provide information reporting rules for
certain passport applicants. These final
regulations apply to certain individuals
applying for passports (including
renewals) and provide guidance to such
individuals about the information that
must be included with their passport
application.
Current Actions: There is no change to
the burden previously approved.
Type of Review: Extension of a
currently approved collection.
Affected Public: Individuals or
households.
Estimated Number of Responses:
12,133,537.
Estimated Time per Respondent: 6
min.
Estimated Total Annual Burden
Hours: 1,213,354.
The following paragraph applies to all
the collections of information covered
by this notice:
An agency may not conduct or
sponsor, and a person is not required to
respond to, a collection of information
unless the collection of information
displays a valid OMB control number.
Books or records relating to a
collection of information must be
retained if their contents may become
material in the administration of any
internal revenue law. Generally, tax
returns and tax return information are
confidential, as required by 26 U.S.C.
6103.
Desired Focus of Comments: The
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is
particularly interested in comments
that:
• Evaluate whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary
for the proper performance of the
functions of the agency, including
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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Internal Revenue Service
Proposed Extension of Information Collection Request Submitted
for Public Comment; Comment Request on Burden Related to Requirement To
Use Taxpayer Identifying Numbers on Submissions Under the Section 897
and 1445
AGENCY: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury.
ACTION: Notice and request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The Internal Revenue Service, as part of its continuing effort
to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the public and other
Federal agencies to take this opportunity to
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comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as
required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Currently, the IRS is
soliciting comments concerning the burden related to the guidance under
sections 897, 1445, and 6109 to require use of Taxpayer Identifying
Numbers on submission under the section 897 and 1445.
DATES: Written comments should be received on or before February 2,
2021 to be assured of consideration.
ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Kinna Brewington, Internal
Revenue Service, Room 6529, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC
20224. Requests for additional information or copies of the regulations
should be directed to R. Joseph Durbala, at Internal Revenue Service,
Room 6129, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224, or
through the internet, at [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title: Guidance under Sections 897, 1445, and 6109 to require use
of Taxpayer Identifying Numbers on Submission under the Section 897 and
1445.
OMB Number: 1545-1797.
Regulation Project Number: TD 9082; TD 9751.
Abstract: The collection of information relates to applications for
withholding certificates under section 1.1445-3 to be filed with the
IRS with respect to (1) dispositions of U.S. real property interests
that have been used by foreign persons as a principle residence within
the prior 5 years and excluded from gross income under section 121 and
(2) dispositions of U.S. real property interests by foreign persons in
deferred like kind exchanges that qualify for nonrecognition under
section 1031.
Current Actions: There is no change to the burden previously
approved.
Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
Affected Public: Individuals or households and Business or other
for-profit.
Estimated Number of Responses: 150.
Estimated Time per Respondent: 4 hrs.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 600.
The following paragraph applies to all the collections of
information covered by this notice:
An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required
to respond to, a collection of information unless the collection of
information displays a valid OMB control number.
Books or records relating to a collection of information must be
retained if their contents may become material in the administration of
any internal revenue law. Generally, tax returns and tax return
information are confidential, as required by 26 U.S.C. 6103.
Desired Focus of Comments: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is
particularly interested in comments that:
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 using appropriate automated,
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or
other forms of information technology, e.g., by permitting electronic
submissions of responses.
Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized
and/or included in the ICR for OMB approval of the extension of the
information collection; they will also become a matter of public
record.
Approved: November 30, 2020.
Ronald J. Durbala,
IRS Tax Analyst.
[FR Doc. 2020-26657 Filed 12-3-20; 8:45 am]
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