Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.237-73, Crime Control Act-Requirement for Background Checks, 60440-60441 [2022-21588]

Download as PDF jspears on DSK121TN23PROD with NOTICES 60440 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 5, 2022 / Notices 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 December 5, 2022. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov or to Janel Keyes, Office of Regulations, Appeals, and Policy (10BRAP), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20420 or email to Janel.Keyes@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900– 0795’’ 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), 810 Vermont Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20006, (202) 266–4688 or email maribel.aponte@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0795’’ 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, VHA invites comments on: (1) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VHA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VHA’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: Public Law 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521. Title: Barriers to Health Care for Women Veterans Survey. OMB Control Number: 2900–0795. Type of Review: Reinstatement of a currently approved collection. Abstract: Legal authority for this data collection is found in Public Law 116– 315, Sec. 5402—‘‘Study of Barriers for Women Veterans to Receipt of Health Care from Department of Veterans Affairs,’’ which requires VA to conduct an independent comprehensive study of the barriers to the provision of health VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:05 Oct 04, 2022 Jkt 259001 care for women Veterans. Per Sec. 5402, this current study is to build on previous studies ‘‘National Survey of Women Veterans in Fiscal Year 2007– 2008’’ and ‘‘Study of Barriers for Women Veterans to VA Health Care 2015.’’ The aim of the proposed survey is to better understand barriers women Veterans face accessing VA care, the comprehensiveness of care, and progress made in reducing barriers to VA healthcare for women Veterans since the previous study conducted in 2015. The data collected will allow VA to plan and provide better health care for women Veterans and to support reports to Congress about the status of women Veterans’ health care. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Annual Burden: 5,400 hours. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 45 minutes. Frequency of Response: One time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 7,200. By direction of the Secretary: Maribel Aponte, VA PRA Clearance Officer, Office of Enterprise and Integration/Data Governance Analytics, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2022–21625 Filed 10–4–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0747] Agency Information Collection Activity: Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits; Correction Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice; correction. AGENCY: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) published a collection of information notice in the Federal Register on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, that contained an error. The 30day Public Comment notice identified inaccurate language in the abstract for the Agency Information Collection Activity. This document corrects the notice by replacing this inaccuracy with the correct language. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maribel Aponte, Office of Enterprise and Integration, Data Governance Analytics (008), 810 Vermont Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20006, (202) 266–4688 or email maribel.aponte@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0747’’ in any correspondence. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00076 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Correction FR Doc. 2022–21017, published on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 87 FR 187, make the following corrections. On page 58945, under the heading ‘‘Abstract,’’ please correct and replace the language with, ‘‘VA Form 21–526EZ is used to collect the information needed to process a claim for disability compensation and related compensation benefits. Though, this form was initially created to be used to submit fully developed claims (FDC), it has evolved into a standard claim form to be used for any benefit associated with disability compensation; to include new or initial claims and claims for increase. The respondent burden for VA Form 21–526EZ has increased due to: the number of receivables averaged over the past year, general program changes— such as regulatory changes, and the continuing improvement of VA’s electronic claims processing systems. VA Form 21–526EZ has been updated, to include: new instructions on presumptive service connection; the GENDER question has been removed; a new Section IV: Exposure Information, including new questions that identify toxic exposures the claimant may have been exposed to during service; and an ‘Addendum’ has been added to provide additional space for disabilities if the claimant has more than the space provided in Section V: Claim Information. By direction of the Secretary. Maribel Aponte, VA PRA Clearance Officer, Office of Enterprise and Integration/Data Governance Analytics, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2022–21581 Filed 10–4–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0863] Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.237–73, Crime Control Act—Requirement for Background Checks Office of Acquisition and Logistics, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, this notice announces that the Office of Acquisition and Logistics (OAL), Department of Veterans Affairs, will submit the collection of SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\05OCN1.SGM 05OCN1 60441 jspears on DSK121TN23PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 192 / Wednesday, October 5, 2022 / Notices information abstracted below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The PRA submission describes the nature of the information collection and its expected cost and burden and includes the actual data collection instrument. DATES: Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/ PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting ‘‘Currently under Review—Open for Public Comments’’ or by using the search function. Refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0863.’’ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maribel Aponte, Office of Enterprise and Integration, Data Governance Analytics (008), 810 Vermont Ave., Washington, DC 20006, (202) 266–4688 or email maribel.aponte@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0863’’ in any correspondence. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Authority: Public Law 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521. Title: VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Construction Provisions and Clauses. OMB Control Number: 2900–0863. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Abstract: This Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) submission seeks renewal without changes of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approved No. 2900–0863, VAAR clause 852.237–73, Crime Control Act— Requirement for Background Checks. Under the Crime Control Act of 1990 (34 U.S.C. 20351), each agency of the Federal Government, and every facility operated by the Federal Government, or operated under contract with the Federal Government, that hires, or contracts for hire, individuals involved with the provision to children under the age of 18 of childcare services shall assure that all existing and newly hired employees undergo a criminal history background check. VAAR clause 852.237–73, Crime Control Act— Requirement for Background Checks, is required in all solicitations, contracts, and orders that involve providing childcare services to children under the age of 18, including social services, health and mental health care, child(day) care, education (whether or not directly involved in teaching), and rehabilitative programs covered under the statute. An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to a collection of information VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:05 Oct 04, 2022 Jkt 259001 unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. The Federal Register Notice with a 60-day comment period soliciting comments on this collection of information was published at 87 FR 45855 on July 29, 2022, pages 45855 to 45856. Affected Public: Business or other for profit. Estimated Annual Burden: 1,500 hours. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 60 minutes. Frequency of Response: One per contractor’s employee. Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,500. By direction of the Secretary. Maribel Aponte, VA PRA Clearance Officer, Office of Enterprise and Integration, Data Governance Analytics, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2022–21588 Filed 10–4–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Advisory Committee on the Readjustment of Veterans, Notice of Meeting The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C., App. 2., that the Advisory Committee on the Readjustment of Veterans will meet in person at 811 Vermont Avenue NW, Conference Room 3166, Washington, DC 20420, on November 2, 2022–November 4, 2022. The sessions will begin and end as follows: Dates Times Wednesday, November 2, 2022. Thursday, November 3, 2022. Friday, November 4, 2022. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST). 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST. The meeting sessions are open to the public. The purpose of the Committee is to advise the VA regarding the provision by VA of benefits and services to assist Veterans in the readjustment to civilian life. In carrying out this duty, the Committee shall take into account the needs of Veterans who served in combat theaters of operation. The Committee assembles, reviews, and assesses information relating to the needs of Veterans readjusting to civilian life and the effectiveness of VA services in assisting Veterans in that readjustment. The Committee, comprised of 13 subject matter experts, advises the PO 00000 Frm 00077 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Secretary, through the VA Readjustment Counseling Service, on the provision by VA of benefits and services to assist Veterans in the readjustment to civilian life. In carrying out this duty, the Committee assembles, reviews, and assesses information relating to the needs of Veterans readjusting to civilian life and the effectiveness of VA services in assisting Veterans in that readjustment, specifically taking into account the needs of Veterans who served in combat theaters of operation. No time will be allotted for receiving oral comments from the public; however, the committee will accept written comments from interested parties on issues outlined in the meeting agenda or other issues regarding the readjustment of Veterans. Parties should contact Mr. Richard Barbato, via email at VHARCSPlanningPolicy@va.gov or mail at Department of Veterans Affairs, Readjustment Counseling Service (10RCS), 810 Vermont Avenue, Washington, DC 20420. Any member of the public seeking additional information should contact Mr. Barbato at the email address noted above. Dated: September 29, 2022. Jelessa M. Burney, Federal Advisory Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. 2022–21552 Filed 10–4–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Veterans’ Family, Caregiver and Survivor Advisory Committee, Notice of Meeting The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), 5 U.S.C. App. 2, that the Veterans’ Family, Caregiver and Survivor Advisory Committee will meet virtually on Friday, October 28, 2022. The meeting session will begin and end as follows: Date Time October 28, 2022 ............ 12 to 3 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST). The meeting is open to the public and will be conducted using Microsoft Teams. Please email VEOFACA@va.gov for an invitation link prior to October 26, 2022 or dial-in by phone (for audio only) 1–872–701–0185, United States, Chicago (Toll), Conference ID: 324 931 743#. The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on matters related to: the need of E:\FR\FM\05OCN1.SGM 05OCN1

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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 192 (Wednesday, October 5, 2022)]
[Notices]
[Pages 60440-60441]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2022-21588]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

[OMB Control No. 2900-0863]


Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: VA 
Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.237-73, Crime Control Act--
Requirement for Background Checks

AGENCY: Office of Acquisition and Logistics, Department of Veterans 
Affairs.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, 
this notice announces that the Office of Acquisition and Logistics 
(OAL), Department of Veterans Affairs, will submit the collection of

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information abstracted below to the Office of Management and Budget 
(OMB) for review and comment. The PRA submission describes the nature 
of the information collection and its expected cost and burden and 
includes the actual data collection instrument.

DATES: Written comments and recommendations for the proposed 
information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of 
this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Find this particular 
information collection by selecting ``Currently under Review--Open for 
Public Comments'' or by using the search function. Refer to ``OMB 
Control No. 2900-0863.''

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maribel Aponte, Office of Enterprise 
and Integration, Data Governance Analytics (008), 810 Vermont Ave., 
Washington, DC 20006, (202) 266-4688 or email [email protected]. 
Please refer to ``OMB Control No. 2900-0863'' in any correspondence.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
    Authority: Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3501-3521.
    Title: VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Construction Provisions and 
Clauses.
    OMB Control Number: 2900-0863.
    Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
    Abstract: This Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) submission seeks 
renewal without changes of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) 
approved No. 2900-0863, VAAR clause 852.237-73, Crime Control Act--
Requirement for Background Checks. Under the Crime Control Act of 1990 
(34 U.S.C. 20351), each agency of the Federal Government, and every 
facility operated by the Federal Government, or operated under contract 
with the Federal Government, that hires, or contracts for hire, 
individuals involved with the provision to children under the age of 18 
of childcare services shall assure that all existing and newly hired 
employees undergo a criminal history background check. VAAR clause 
852.237-73, Crime Control Act--Requirement for Background Checks, is 
required in all solicitations, contracts, and orders that involve 
providing childcare services to children under the age of 18, including 
social services, health and mental health care, child- (day) care, 
education (whether or not directly involved in teaching), and 
rehabilitative programs covered under the statute.
    An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required 
to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a 
currently valid OMB control number. The Federal Register Notice with a 
60-day comment period soliciting comments on this collection of 
information was published at 87 FR 45855 on July 29, 2022, pages 45855 
to 45856.
    Affected Public: Business or other for profit.
    Estimated Annual Burden: 1,500 hours.
    Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 60 minutes.
    Frequency of Response: One per contractor's employee.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,500.

    By direction of the Secretary.
Maribel Aponte,
VA PRA Clearance Officer, Office of Enterprise and Integration, Data 
Governance Analytics, Department of Veterans Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2022-21588 Filed 10-4-22; 8:45 am]
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