Agency Information Collection Activity: Trainee Request for Leave (Chapter 31, Veteran Readiness and Employment), 29360-29361 [2021-11397]

Download as PDF 29360 Federal Register / Vol. 86, No. 103 / Tuesday, June 1, 2021 / Notices DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Proposed Collection; Requesting Comments on Form 8995 and Form 8995–A 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 general public and other federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The IRS is soliciting comments concerning Form 8995, Qualified Business Income Deduction Simplified Computation, and Form 8995–A, Qualified Business Income Deduction. SUMMARY: Written comments should be received on or before August 2, 2021 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Kinna Brewington, Internal Revenue Service, Room 6526, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224. You must reference the information collection’s title, form number, reporting or record-keeping requirement number, and OMB number in your comment. DATES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the form and instructions should be directed to Jon Callahan, (737) 800–7639, at Internal Revenue Service, Room 6526, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224, or through the internet at jon.r.callahan@ irs.gov. The IRS is currently seeking comments concerning the following information collection tools, reporting, and record-keeping requirements: Title: Qualified Business Income Deduction. OMB Number: 1545–2294. Form Number: Form 8995, Form 8995–A, Schedules A, B, C, and D. Abstract: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act section 11011 added new IRC section 199A, which allows eligible taxpayers to deduct a percentage of qualified business income (QBI) earned by noncorporate businesses. Taxpayers use Form 8995 and Form 8995–A to figure and report the QBI deduction. Current Actions: There are changes to the existing collection: (1) Form 8995– jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:20 May 28, 2021 Jkt 253001 A and Schedules A, B, C, and D were added to calculate and report the deduction, (2) the estimated number of responses were updated, and (3) the burden for Form 8995 was revised. Type of Review: Revision of a currently approved collection. Affected Public: Individuals or Households, Business or other for-profit organizations. Estimated Number of Responses: 41,426,000. Estimated Time per Respondent: 8 hours, 12 minutes. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 336,379,120. The following paragraph applies to all of 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 as long as 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. Request for Comments: Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the 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 collection of information; (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 respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and (e) estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operation, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. Approved: May 24, 2021. Chakinna B. Clemons, Supervisory Tax Analyst. [FR Doc. 2021–11445 Filed 5–28–21; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P PO 00000 Frm 00128 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0034] Agency Information Collection Activity: Trainee Request for Leave (Chapter 31, Veteran Readiness and Employment) Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed extension of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before August 2, 2021. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov or to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M33), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20420 or email to nancy.kessinger.@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0034’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maribel Aponte, Office of Enterprise and Integration, Data Governance Analytics (008), 1717 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20006, (202) 266–4688 or email maribel.aponte@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0034’’ in any correspondence. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995, Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VBA invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s functions, including whether the SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\01JNN1.SGM 01JNN1 Federal Register / Vol. 86, No. 103 / Tuesday, June 1, 2021 / Notices information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Authority: 38 U.S.C. 501(a) and 38 U.S.C. 3110. Title: Trainee Request for Leave (Chapter 31, Veteran Readiness and Employment). OMB Control Number: 2900–0034. Type of Review: Reinstatement without change of a previously approved collection. Abstract: VA Form 28–1905h is used to gather the necessary information to determine leaves of absence under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 31. Without this information, leaves of absence may not be granted under 38 U.S.C. 3110. Affected Public: Individuals and households. Estimated Annual Burden: 7,500 hours. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 15 minutes. Frequency of Response: On occasion. Estimated Number of Respondents: 30,000. By direction of the Secretary: Dorothy Glasgow, VA PRA Clearance Officer (Alt), Office of Enterprise and Integration/Data Governance Analytics, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2021–11397 Filed 5–28–21; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Solicitation of Nomination for Appointment to the Advisory Committee on Women Veterans ACTION: Notice. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to be considered for membership on the Advisory Committee on Women Veterans (‘‘the Committee’’) for the 2021 membership cycle. jbell on DSKJLSW7X2PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: Nominations for membership on the Committee must be received by June 30, 2021, no later than 4:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. Packages received after this time will not be considered for the current membership cycle. DATES: VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:20 May 28, 2021 Jkt 253001 All nomination packages should be sent to the Advisory Committee Management Office at vaadvisorycmte@va.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In carrying out the duties set forth, the Committee provides a Congressionallymandated report to the Secretary each even-numbered year, which includes: (1) An assessment of the needs of women Veterans with respect to compensation, health care, rehabilitation, outreach and other benefits and programs administered by VA; (2) A review of the programs and activities of VA designed to meet such needs; and (3) Proposing recommendations (including recommendations for administrative and legislative action) as the Committee considers appropriate. The Committee reports to the Secretary, through the Director of the Center for Women Veterans. Authority: The Committee is authorized by 38 U.S.C. 542, to provide advice to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (Secretary) on: The administration of VA’s benefits and services (health care, rehabilitation benefits, compensation, outreach and other relevant programs) for women Veterans; reports and studies pertaining to women Veterans; and the needs of women Veterans. In accordance with the statute and the Committee’s current charter, the majority of the membership shall consist of non-Federal employees appointed by the Secretary from the general public, serving as special government employees. The Secretary appoints Committee members and determines the length of terms in which Committee members serve. A term of service for any member may not exceed three (3) years. However, the Secretary can reappoint members for additional terms. Each year, there are several vacancies on the Committee, as members’ terms expire. Membership Criteria: The Committee is currently comprised of 12 members. By statute, the Committee consists of members appointed by the Secretary from the general public, including: Representatives of women Veterans; individuals who are recognized authorities in fields pertinent to the needs of women Veterans, including the gender specific health-care needs of women Veterans; representatives of both female and male Veterans with serviceconnected disabilities, including at least one female Veteran with a serviceconnected disability and at least one male Veteran with a service-connected disability; and women Veterans who are ADDRESSES: PO 00000 Frm 00129 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 29361 recently separated from service in the Armed Forces. Non-Veterans are also eligible for nomination. The Committee meets at least two times annually, which may include a site visit to a VA field location. In accordance with Federal Travel Regulation, VA will cover travel expenses—to include per diem—for all members of the Committee, for any travel associated with official Committee duties. A copy of the Committee’s most recent charter and a list of the current membership can be found at www.va.gov/ADVISORY/ or www.va.gov/womenvet/. In accordance with recently revised guidance regarding the ban on lobbyists serving as members of advisory boards and commissions, Federally-registered lobbyists are prohibited from serving on Federal advisory committees in an individual capacity. Additional information regarding this issue can be found at www.federalregister.gov/ articles/2014/08/13/2014-19140/ revised-guidance-on-appointment-oflobbyists-to-federal-advisorycommittees-boards-and-commissions. Requirements for Nomination Submission Nomination packages must be typed (12-point font) and include: (1) A cover letter from the nominee and (2) a current resume that is no more than four pages in length. The cover letter must summarize: The nominee’s interest in serving on the committee and contributions she/he can make to the work of the committee; any relevant Veterans’ service activities she/he is currently engaged in; and the military branch affiliation and timeframe of military service (if applicable). To promote inclusion and demographic balance of membership, please include as much information related to your race, national origin, disability status, minority Veteran status, or any other factors that may give you a diverse perspective on women Veterans matters. Finally, the cover letter must include the nominee’s complete contact information (name, address, email address and phone number); and a statement confirming that she/he is not a Federally-registered lobbyist. The resume should show professional and/or work experience and Veterans’ service involvement—especially service that involves women Veterans’ issues. Self-nominations are acceptable. Any letters of nomination from organizations or other individuals must accompany the package when it is submitted. Letters of nomination submitted without a complete nomination package will not be considered. If you are submitting a E:\FR\FM\01JNN1.SGM 01JNN1

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[Federal Register Volume 86, Number 103 (Tuesday, June 1, 2021)]
[Notices]
[Pages 29360-29361]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2021-11397]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

[OMB Control No. 2900-0034]


Agency Information Collection Activity: Trainee Request for Leave 
(Chapter 31, Veteran Readiness and Employment)

AGENCY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans 
Affairs.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans 
Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the 
proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the 
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to 
publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed 
collection of information, including each proposed extension of a 
currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in 
response to the notice.

DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection 
of information should be received on or before August 2, 2021.

ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information 
through Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov 
or to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M33), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DC 
20420 or email to [email protected] Please refer to ``OMB 
Control No. 2900-0034'' in any correspondence. During the comment 
period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maribel Aponte, Office of Enterprise 
and Integration, Data Governance Analytics (008), 1717 H Street NW, 
Washington, DC 20006, (202) 266-4688 or email [email protected]. 
Please refer to ``OMB Control No. 2900-0034'' in any correspondence.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
    Under the PRA of 1995, Federal agencies must obtain approval from 
the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of 
information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being 
made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA.
    With respect to the following collection of information, VBA 
invites comments on: (1) Whether the proposed collection of information 
is necessary for the proper performance of VBA's functions, including 
whether the

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information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA's 
estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (3) 
ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to 
be collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of 
information on respondents, including through the use of automated 
collection techniques or the use of other forms of information 
technology.
    Authority: 38 U.S.C. 501(a) and 38 U.S.C. 3110.
    Title: Trainee Request for Leave (Chapter 31, Veteran Readiness and 
Employment).
    OMB Control Number: 2900-0034.
    Type of Review: Reinstatement without change of a previously 
approved collection.
    Abstract: VA Form 28-1905h is used to gather the necessary 
information to determine leaves of absence under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 31. 
Without this information, leaves of absence may not be granted under 38 
U.S.C. 3110.
    Affected Public: Individuals and households.
    Estimated Annual Burden: 7,500 hours.
    Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 15 minutes.
    Frequency of Response: On occasion.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 30,000.

    By direction of the Secretary:
Dorothy Glasgow,
VA PRA Clearance Officer (Alt), Office of Enterprise and Integration/
Data Governance Analytics, Department of Veterans Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2021-11397 Filed 5-28-21; 8:45 am]
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