30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Housing Choice Voucher Program and Tribal HUD-VASH, OMB Control No.: 2577-0169, 2959-2962 [2023-00805]

Download as PDF lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 11 / Wednesday, January 18, 2023 / Notices Gartrell-Kemp as listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section by close of business on February 28, 2023, to obtain the call-in number and access code for the virtual meeting on March 8, 2023. For more information on services for individuals with disabilities or to request special assistance, contact Deborah Gartrell-Kemp as soon as possible. The Board is committed to ensuring all participants have equal access regardless of disability status. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to fully participate, please contact Deborah Gartrell-Kemp as listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section as soon as possible. To facilitate public participation, we are inviting public comment on the issues to be considered by the Board as listed in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section. Participants seeking to have their comments considered during the meeting should submit them in advance or during the public comment segment. Comments submitted up to 30 days after the meeting will be included in the public record and may be considered at the next meeting. Comments submitted in advance must be identified by Docket ID FEMA–2008–0010 and may be submitted by one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Electronic Delivery: Email Deborah Gartrell-Kemp at Deborah.GartrellKemp@fema.dhs.gov no later than February 28, 2023, for consideration at the March 8, 2023, meeting. Instructions: All submissions received must include the words ‘‘Federal Emergency Management Agency’’ and the Docket ID for this action. Comments received will be posted without alteration at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. You may wish to view the Privacy and Security Notice via a link on the homepage of www.regulations.gov. Docket: For access to the docket and to read background documents or comments received by the National Fire Academy Board of Visitors, go to https:// www.regulations.gov, click on ‘‘Advanced Search,’’ then enter ‘‘FEMA–2008–0010’’ in the ‘‘By Docket ID’’ box, then select ‘‘FEMA’’ under ‘‘By Agency,’’ and then click ‘‘Search.’’ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Designated Federal Officer: Eriks Gabliks, (301) 447–1117, Eriks.Gabliks@ fema.dhs.gov. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Jan 17, 2023 Jkt 259001 Logistical Information: Deborah Gartrell-Kemp, (301) 447–7230, Deborah.Gartrell-Kemp@fema.dhs.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Board will meet virtually on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. The meeting will be open to the public. Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. Appendix. Purpose of the Board The purpose of the Board is to review annually the programs of the National Fire Academy (Academy) and advise the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), through the United States Fire Administrator, on the operation of the Academy and any improvements therein that the Board deems appropriate. In carrying out its responsibilities, the Board examines Academy programs to determine whether these programs further the basic missions approved by the FEMA Administrator, examines the physical plant of the Academy to determine the adequacy of Academy facilities, and examines funding levels for Academy programs. Annually, the Board submits a written report through the United States Fire Administrator to the FEMA Administrator. The report provides detailed comments and recommendations regarding Academy operations. Agenda On Wednesday, March 8, 2023, there will be four sessions, with deliberations and voting at the end of each session as necessary: 1. The Board will discuss United States Fire Administration Data, Research, Prevention and Response. 2. The Board will discuss deferred maintenance and capital improvements on the National Emergency Training Center campus and Fiscal Year 2023 and beyond Budget Request/Budget Planning. 3. The Board will deliberate and vote on recommendations on Academy program activities to include developments, deliveries, staffing, admissions, and strategic plan. 4. There will also be an update on the Board of Visitors Subcommittee Groups for the Professional Development Initiative Update and the National Fire Incident Report System. There will be a 10-minute comment period after each agenda item and each speaker will be given no more than 2 minutes to speak. Please note the public comment period at the meeting may end before the time indicated following the last call for comments. Contact Deborah Gartrell-Kemp to register as a speaker. PO 00000 Frm 00083 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 2959 Meeting materials will be posted by March 1, 2023, at https:// www.usfa.fema.gov/training/nfa/about/ bov.html. Eriks J. Gabliks, Superintendent, National Fire Academy, United States Fire Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency. [FR Doc. 2023–00875 Filed 1–17–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111–74–P DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Docket No. FR–7070–N–02] 30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Housing Choice Voucher Program and Tribal HUD–VASH, OMB Control No.: 2577–0169 Office of Policy Development and Research, Chief Data Officer, HUD. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comment from all interested parties on the proposed collection of information. The purpose of this notice is to allow for an additional 30 days of public comment. DATES: Comments Due Date: February 17, 2023. ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding this proposal. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to OIRA_submission@ omb.eop.gov or www.reginfo.gov/public/ do/PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting ‘‘Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments’’ or by using the search function. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colette Pollard, Reports Management Officer, REE, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20410; email Colette Pollard at Colette.Pollard@ hud.gov or telephone 202–402–3400. This is not a toll-free number. HUD welcomes and is prepared to receive calls from individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as individuals with speech or communication disabilities. To learn more about how to make an accessible telephone call, please visit https://www.fcc.gov/ consumers/guides/telecommunicationsrelay-service-trs. Copies of available SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\18JAN1.SGM 18JAN1 2960 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 11 / Wednesday, January 18, 2023 / Notices lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 documents submitted to OMB may be obtained from Ms. Pollard. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice informs the public that HUD is seeking approval from OMB for the information collection described in Section A. The Federal Register notice that solicited public comment on the information collection for a period of 60 days was published on October 26, 2022 at 87 FR 64711. A. Overview of Information Collection Title of Information Collection: Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program, Project-based Voucher (PBV) Program and Tribal HUD–VASH. OMB Approval Number: 2577–0169. Type of Request: Reinstatement, with change of previously approved collection for which approval has expired. Form Numbers: HUD–50164, HUD– 52515, HUD–52517, HUD–52530A Part 1, HUD–52530A Part 2, HUD–52530B Part 1, HUD–52530B Part 2, HUD– 52530C, HUD–52531A, HUD–52531B, HUD–52578B, HUD–52580, HUD– 52580A, HUD–52641, HUD–52641A, HUD–52642, HUD–52646, HUD–52649, HUD–52665, HUD–52667, HUD–5980. Description of the need for the information and proposed use: Public housing agencies (PHAs) assist very low-income families to lease housing on the private rental market. PHAs maintain records on participant eligibility, unit acceptability, housing assistance payments, and budget and payment documentation. PHAs may also project-base a portion of their vouchers or use their vouchers under the Homeownership option. When new funding is available, PHAs provide information on their qualifications and experience to administer additional vouchers or provide specific funded services and HUD scores applications based on the information required in the funding notice. The PHAs must establish a utility allowance schedule for all utilities and other services. Units must be inspected using HUD-prescribed forms to determine if the units meet the Housing Quality Standards (HQS) of the HCV program. After the PHA provides a briefing and information packet the family, the PHA issues the family a voucher to search for a unit. When the family finds a unit, they submit a Request for Tenancy Approval when it finds a unit which is suitable for its needs. With approval from the PHA, the family may move to another unit with continued assistance using the same forms and process already described. If the family exercises their right to port VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Jan 17, 2023 Jkt 259001 out of the PHA’s jurisdiction, the initial PHA will use a standardized form to submit portability information to the receiving PHA who will also use the form for monthly portability billing. PHAs and owners will enter into housing assistance payments (HAP) contract that provides information on rents, payments, certifications, notifications, and other HCV requirements. A Tenancy Addendum for the HCV program is included in the HAP contract as well as incorporated in the lease between the owner and the family. Families that participate in the Homeownership option will execute a statement regarding their responsibilities and execute contracts of sale including an additional contract of sale for new construction units. PHAs participating in the PBV program will enter into Agreements with owners for developing projects, HAP contracts with owners of e existing housing and New Construction/ Rehabilitation projects, and a Statement of Family Responsibilities with the family. A lease addendum is executed between the family and the owner of a PBV project. This information collection also includes the Tribal HUD–VA Supportive Housing Program (Tribal HUD–VASH), which provides rental assistance and supportive services to Native American veterans who are Homeless or At Risk of Homelessness living on or near a reservation or other Indian areas. Housing assistance under this program is made available by grants to tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) that are eligible to receive Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding under the Native American Housing Assistance and SelfDetermination Act (25 U.S.C. 4101) (NAHASDA). Tribes request TenantBased and/or Project-Based Rental Assistance by the number of bedrooms in a rental unit. Grants and renewal funds are awarded based on the number rental units (Tenant-Based and ProjectBased Rental Assistance) approved by HUD. Grants include an additional amount for administrative costs and eligible Homeless veterans receive case management services through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Information collection requirements for this demonstration program are based on the Federal Register Notice, ‘‘Implementation of the Tribal HUD–VA Supportive Housing Program’’ (FR 6091–N–01) and renewal funding criteria established in PIH Notice 2018– 10, ‘‘Procedural Guidance for Tribal HUD–VA Supportive Housing Renewal Grant Applications.’’ PO 00000 Frm 00084 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 The following changes were made to comply with current laws and to fix typos: (1) HUD–52641 Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) Contract and the HUD– 52641A Tenancy Addendum were updated to reflect requirements in the Permanently Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act of 2017 (Pub. L. 115– 174). (2) HUD–52649 Statement of Homeownership Obligations was updated to reflect the requirement in Housing Counseling: New Certification Requirements (81 FR 90632 (Dec 14, 2016)). (3) HUD–52531A Part 1: PBV Agreement to Enter into HAP Contract for New Construction and Rehabilitation was updated to fix a typo. (4) HUD–52530A Part 1 and HUD– 52530B Part 1 were updated to reflect changes made in the Implementation of the Fostering Stable Housing Opportunities Amendments (87 FR 3570 (Jan. 24, 2022)). The term ‘‘designated’’ was changed to ‘‘contracted’’ per PIH Notice 2017–21 Implementation Guidance: Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act 2016 (HOTMA)—Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Provisions, Attachment E. A few typos were also corrected. (5) When referring to discrimination based on sex, added ‘‘including sexual orientation and gender identity’’ in parentheses to clarify that protections are provided under the Fair Housing Act. This change was made to the following forms: HUD–52641 HAP Contract, HUD–52641A Tenancy Addendum, HUD–52642 Manufactured Home Space Rental HAP Contract, HUD–52530A PBV HAP Contract New Construction Part 2, HUD–52530B PBV HAP Contract Existing Housing Part 2, HUD–52530C PBV Tenancy Addendum, HUD–52531B Agreement to Enter in a HAP Contract Part 1, HUD–52578B PBV Statement of Family Responsibilities. (6) Reformatted the HUD–52646 Voucher and the HUD–5980 Tribal HUD–VASH Leasing Performance Report to ensure the forms are 508 compliant. (7) Updated PRA Burden Statements and the Privacy Act Statements to ensure inclusion of required components. (8) Added language near the signature line on several forms to notify those signing the forms of the penalty for providing false information. (9) Added required language related to the Violence Against Women Act to the HUD–52642 Manufactured Home Space Rental HAP Contract. E:\FR\FM\18JAN1.SGM 18JAN1 2961 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 11 / Wednesday, January 18, 2023 / Notices Respondents: State and Local Governments, Tribes and TDHEs, owners of rental housing. Estimated Number of Respondents: 2,244 PHAs and Tribal HUD–VASH grantees. Application (HUD–52515) ..................................................................................... Application for Federal Assistance (SF–424) 1 ..................................................... Applicant/Recipient Disclosure/Update Report (HUD–2880) 2 ............................. Acknowledgement of Application Receipt (HUD–2993) 3 ..................................... Certification of Consistency with the Consolidated Plan (HUD–2991) 4 .............. Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (SF–LLL) .......................................................... Tenant-Furnished Utilities (HUD–52667) .............................................................. Inspection Checklist (HUD–52580 and 52580–A) ................................................ Inspection Form (HUD–52580A) ........................................................................... Request for Tenancy Approval (HUD–52517) ...................................................... Notice of Unit Approval/Denial .............................................................................. Voucher (HUD–52646) .......................................................................................... Information Packet ................................................................................................ PHA Information to Owner about tenant .............................................................. Portability Information (HUD–52665) .................................................................... PHA Notification to Field Office of Insufficient Funds for portability moves ......... HAP Contracts (HUD–52641, 52641–A, 52642, 52642) ...................................... Statement of Homeowner Obligation (HUD–52649) ............................................ Homeownership: Required Contract of Sale Provisions ...................................... PHA PBV Public Notice of RFP ............................................................................ PHA PBV Notice of Owner Selection ................................................................... PBV Agreement to enter into a HAP Contract (HUD–52531A and B) ................. PBV NC/R HAP Contract (HUD–52530A, Part 1 & 2) ......................................... PBV Existing HAP Contract (HUD–52530B, Part 1 & 2) ..................................... PBV Tenancy Addendum (HUD–52530C) ............................................................ PBV Statement of Family Responsibilities (HUD–52578B) .................................. PHA Notice of Intent to Project-Base Vouchers to FO ........................................ Owner Request to HUD FO for Approval to Terminate PBV HAP Contract ........ Owner Notice to FO and tenants to Terminate PBV HAP Contract .................... Legal Opinion that PHA’s unit/project is no longer PHA-owned .......................... Notification to Field Office of change in ownership if project becomes PHAowned. ............................................................................................................... Joint PHA/Independent entity certification regarding no legal, financial, other ties. .................................................................................................................... Certification regarding previously approved independent entity ........................... Notice of Rent reasonableness determinations completed by independent entity Notice of Review of PBV selection process by independent entity ..................... Waikoloa Maneuver Area public notice (HUD–50164) ......................................... FUP Statement of Need ........................................................................................ FUP Memorandum of Understanding ................................................................... FUP Evidence of a self-sufficiency program ........................................................ HUD–VASH VAMC letter of support ..................................................................... HUD–VASH signed formal agreement ................................................................. HUD–VASH boundary description ........................................................................ New Inspection Protocol ....................................................................................... Tribal HUD–VASH application materials .............................................................. Tribal HUD–VASH Leasing Performance Report (HUD–5980) ............................ form 2 This form 3 This form 4 This form is is is is included included included included in in in in another another another another PRA PRA PRA PRA (OMB (OMB (OMB (OMB 2501–0032). 2501–0032). 2501–0032). 2501–0032). Average Hours per Response: 1.24. Total Estimated Burdens Hours: 2,164,096.50. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 B. Solicitation of Public Comment This notice is soliciting comments from members of the public and affected parties concerning the collection of information described in Section A on the following: (1) 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; VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Jan 17, 2023 Jkt 259001 The The The The additional additional additional additional burden burden burden burden Frm 00085 Fmt 4703 Hours per response Total hours 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 350.00 950.00 950.00 55.00 55.00 60.00 55.00 55.00 10.00 1.00 65.00 10.00 10.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 33.00 33.00 1.00 1.00 30.00 1.00 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00 767,200.00 2,082,400.00 2,082,400.00 120,560.00 120,560.00 131,520.00 120,560.00 120,560.00 21,920.00 400.00 142,480.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 200.00 200.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 21,450.00 21,450.00 218.00 20.00 600.00 350.00 5.00 0.75 0.08 0.08 0.08 0.08 0.25 0.50 0.25 0.50 0.50 0.05 1.00 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.25 0.25 1.00 0.50 0.50 2.00 2.00 0.25 0.25 1.00 1.00 0.25 1.00 1,500.00 225.00 24.00 24.00 24.00 24.00 191,800.00 1,041,200.00 520,600.00 60,280.00 60,280.00 6,576.00 120,560.00 60,280.00 10,960.00 200.00 71,240.00 250.00 250.00 200.00 100.00 50.00 200.00 200.00 5,362.50 5,362.50 218.00 20.00 150.00 350.00 500.00 1.00 500.00 1.00 500.00 90.00 800.00 150.00 90.00 100.00 300.00 300.00 175.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 350.00 26.00 26.00 1.00 1.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 90.00 800.00 450.00 180.00 100.00 300.00 300.00 175.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 350.00 26.00 26.00 0.50 0.50 2.00 3.00 0.30 2.00 5.00 0.50 5.00 6.00 0.50 0.50 8.00 1.00 45.00 400.00 900.00 540.00 30.00 600.00 1,500.00 88.00 250.00 300.00 25.00 175.00 208.00 26.00 57.17 2,164,096.50 2,244 hours hours hours hours for for for for the the the the 1,853.00 voucher voucher voucher voucher program program program program (2) The accuracy of the agency’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 those who are to respond; including through the use of appropriate automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. (5) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including the use PO 00000 Total annual responses 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00 300.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 2,192.00 400.00 2,192.00 100.00 100.00 200.00 200.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 650.00 650.00 218.00 20.00 20.00 350.00 Totals ............................................................................................................. 1 This Responses per respondent Number of respondents Description Estimated Number of Responses: 5,762,595. Frequency of Response: Varies by form. Sfmt 4703 5,762,595.00 are are are are included included included included in in in in this this this this application application application application (4040–0004). (2510–0011). (2577–0259). (2506–0112). of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. HUD encourages interested parties to submit comment in response to these questions. E:\FR\FM\18JAN1.SGM 18JAN1 2962 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 11 / Wednesday, January 18, 2023 / Notices C. Authority Section 3507 of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Brenda Tapia, by phone at 703–358– 2185 or via email at DMAFR@fws.gov. Individuals in the United States who are deaf, deafblind, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability may dial 711 (TTY, TDD, or TeleBraille) to access telecommunications relay services. Individuals outside the United States should use the relay services offered within their country to make international calls to the point-ofcontact in the United States. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Fish and Wildlife Service I. Public Comment Procedures [Docket No. FWS–HQ–IA–2022–0154; FXIA16710900000–223–FF09A30000] A. How do I comment on submitted applications? Colette Pollard, Department Reports Management Officer, Office of Policy Development and Research, Chief Data Officer. [FR Doc. 2023–00805 Filed 1–17–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4210–67–P Marine Mammal Protection Act; Receipt of Permit Application Fish and Wildlife Service, Interior. ACTION: Notice of receipt of permit application; request for comments. AGENCY: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), invite the public to comment on species for which the Service has jurisdiction under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). With some exceptions, the MMPA prohibits activities with listed species unless Federal authorization is issued that allows such activities. The MMPA also requires that we invite public comment before issuing a permit for any activity otherwise prohibited with respect to any species. DATES: We must receive comments by February 17, 2023. ADDRESSES: Obtaining Documents: The application, application supporting material, and any comments and other materials that we receive will be available for public inspection at https://www.regulations.gov in Docket No. FWS–HQ–IA–2022–0154. Submitting Comments: When submitting comments, please specify the name of the applicant and the permit number at the beginning of your comment. You may submit comments by one of the following methods: • Internet: https:// www.regulations.gov. Search for and submit comments on Docket No. FWS– HQ–IA–2022–0154. • U.S. Mail: Public Comments Processing, Attn: Docket No. FWS–HQ– IA–2022–0154; U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Headquarters, MS: PRB/3W; 5275 Leesburg Pike; Falls Church, VA 22041–3803. For more information, see Public Comment Procedures under SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Jan 17, 2023 Jkt 259001 We invite the public and local, State, Tribal, and Federal agencies to comment on applications. Before issuing permits, we take into consideration any information that we receive during the public comment period. You may submit your comments and materials by one of the methods in ADDRESSES. We will not consider comments sent by email or fax, or to an address not in ADDRESSES. We will not consider or include in our administrative record comments we receive after the close of the comment period (see DATES). When submitting comments, please specify the name of the applicant and the permit number at the beginning of your comment. Provide sufficient information to allow us to authenticate any scientific or commercial data you include. The comments and recommendations that will be most useful and likely to influence agency decisions are: (1) Those supported by quantitative information or studies; and (2) those that include citations to, and analyses of, the applicable laws and regulations. B. May I review comments submitted by others? You may view and comment on others’ public comments at https:// www.regulations.gov unless our allowing so would violate the Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552a) or Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552). C. Who will see my comments? If you submit a comment at https:// www.regulations.gov, your entire comment, including any personal identifying information, will be posted on the website. If you submit a hardcopy comment that includes personal identifying information, such as your address, phone number, or email address, you may request at the top of your document that we withhold PO 00000 Frm 00086 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 this information from public review. However, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so. Moreover, all submissions from organizations or businesses, and from individuals identifying themselves as representatives or officials of organizations or businesses, will be made available for public disclosure in their entirety. II. Background To help us carry out our conservation responsibilities for affected species, and in consideration of section 104(c) of the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, as amended (MMPA; 16 U.S.C. 1361 et seq.), we invite public comments on permit applications before final action is taken. With some exceptions, the MMPA prohibits certain activities with listed species unless Federal authorization is issued that allows such activities. Service regulations regarding permits for any activity otherwise prohibited by the MMPA with respect to any foreign or native marine mammal species are available in 50 CFR part 18. Concurrent with publishing this notice in the Federal Register, we are forwarding copies of the marine mammal application to the Marine Mammal Commission and the Committee of Scientific Advisors for their review. III. Permit Application We invite comments on the following application. Marine Mammal Protection Act Applicant: USGS Alaska Science Center, Anchorage, AK; Permit No. 33776D The applicant requests a reissuance and amendment of their permit to conduct tagging, biopsy sampling, collection of salvaged and beach cast samples, boat surveys, and unmanned aerial systems surveys, and to export/reexport collected samples from wild walruses (Odobenus rosmarus) for the purpose of scientific research. This notification covers activities to be conducted by the applicant over a 5year period. IV. Next Steps After the comment period closes, we will make a decision regarding permit issuance. If we issue a permit to the applicant in this notice, we will publish a notice in the Federal Register. You may locate the notice announcing the permit issuance by searching https:// www.regulations.gov for the permit number listed above in this document. For example, to find information about the potential issuance of Permit No. 12345A, you would go to https:// E:\FR\FM\18JAN1.SGM 18JAN1

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DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Docket No. FR-7070-N-02]


30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Housing Choice 
Voucher Program and Tribal HUD-VASH, OMB Control No.: 2577-0169

AGENCY: Office of Policy Development and Research, Chief Data Officer, 
HUD.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and 
Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. In 
accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comment 
from all interested parties on the proposed collection of information. 
The purpose of this notice is to allow for an additional 30 days of 
public comment.

DATES: Comments Due Date: February 17, 2023.

ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding 
this proposal. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed 
information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of 
this notice to [email protected] or www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Find this particular information collection by selecting 
``Currently under 30-day Review--Open for Public Comments'' or by using 
the search function.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colette Pollard, Reports Management 
Officer, REE, Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th 
Street SW, Washington, DC 20410; email Colette Pollard at 
[email protected] or telephone 202-402-3400. This is not a toll-
free number. HUD welcomes and is prepared to receive calls from 
individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as individuals 
with speech or communication disabilities. To learn more about how to 
make an accessible telephone call, please visit https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs. Copies of 
available

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documents submitted to OMB may be obtained from Ms. Pollard.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice informs the public that HUD is 
seeking approval from OMB for the information collection described in 
Section A.
    The Federal Register notice that solicited public comment on the 
information collection for a period of 60 days was published on October 
26, 2022 at 87 FR 64711.

A. Overview of Information Collection

    Title of Information Collection: Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) 
Program, Project-based Voucher (PBV) Program and Tribal HUD-VASH.
    OMB Approval Number: 2577-0169.
    Type of Request: Reinstatement, with change of previously approved 
collection for which approval has expired.
    Form Numbers: HUD-50164, HUD-52515, HUD-52517, HUD-52530A Part 1, 
HUD-52530A Part 2, HUD-52530B Part 1, HUD-52530B Part 2, HUD-52530C, 
HUD-52531A, HUD-52531B, HUD-52578B, HUD-52580, HUD-52580A, HUD-52641, 
HUD-52641A, HUD-52642, HUD-52646, HUD-52649, HUD-52665, HUD-52667, HUD-
5980.
    Description of the need for the information and proposed use:
    Public housing agencies (PHAs) assist very low-income families to 
lease housing on the private rental market. PHAs maintain records on 
participant eligibility, unit acceptability, housing assistance 
payments, and budget and payment documentation. PHAs may also project-
base a portion of their vouchers or use their vouchers under the 
Homeownership option.
    When new funding is available, PHAs provide information on their 
qualifications and experience to administer additional vouchers or 
provide specific funded services and HUD scores applications based on 
the information required in the funding notice. The PHAs must establish 
a utility allowance schedule for all utilities and other services. 
Units must be inspected using HUD-prescribed forms to determine if the 
units meet the Housing Quality Standards (HQS) of the HCV program. 
After the PHA provides a briefing and information packet the family, 
the PHA issues the family a voucher to search for a unit. When the 
family finds a unit, they submit a Request for Tenancy Approval when it 
finds a unit which is suitable for its needs. With approval from the 
PHA, the family may move to another unit with continued assistance 
using the same forms and process already described. If the family 
exercises their right to port out of the PHA's jurisdiction, the 
initial PHA will use a standardized form to submit portability 
information to the receiving PHA who will also use the form for monthly 
portability billing. PHAs and owners will enter into housing assistance 
payments (HAP) contract that provides information on rents, payments, 
certifications, notifications, and other HCV requirements. A Tenancy 
Addendum for the HCV program is included in the HAP contract as well as 
incorporated in the lease between the owner and the family. Families 
that participate in the Homeownership option will execute a statement 
regarding their responsibilities and execute contracts of sale 
including an additional contract of sale for new construction units.
    PHAs participating in the PBV program will enter into Agreements 
with owners for developing projects, HAP contracts with owners of e 
existing housing and New Construction/Rehabilitation projects, and a 
Statement of Family Responsibilities with the family. A lease addendum 
is executed between the family and the owner of a PBV project.
    This information collection also includes the Tribal HUD-VA 
Supportive Housing Program (Tribal HUD-VASH), which provides rental 
assistance and supportive services to Native American veterans who are 
Homeless or At Risk of Homelessness living on or near a reservation or 
other Indian areas. Housing assistance under this program is made 
available by grants to tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entities 
(TDHEs) that are eligible to receive Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) 
funding under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-
Determination Act (25 U.S.C. 4101) (NAHASDA). Tribes request Tenant-
Based and/or Project-Based Rental Assistance by the number of bedrooms 
in a rental unit. Grants and renewal funds are awarded based on the 
number rental units (Tenant-Based and Project-Based Rental Assistance) 
approved by HUD. Grants include an additional amount for administrative 
costs and eligible Homeless veterans receive case management services 
through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Information collection 
requirements for this demonstration program are based on the Federal 
Register Notice, ``Implementation of the Tribal HUD-VA Supportive 
Housing Program'' (FR 6091-N-01) and renewal funding criteria 
established in PIH Notice 2018-10, ``Procedural Guidance for Tribal 
HUD-VA Supportive Housing Renewal Grant Applications.''
    The following changes were made to comply with current laws and to 
fix typos:
    (1) HUD-52641 Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) Contract and the 
HUD-52641A Tenancy Addendum were updated to reflect requirements in the 
Permanently Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act of 2017 (Pub. L. 115-
174).
    (2) HUD-52649 Statement of Homeownership Obligations was updated to 
reflect the requirement in Housing Counseling: New Certification 
Requirements (81 FR 90632 (Dec 14, 2016)).
    (3) HUD-52531A Part 1: PBV Agreement to Enter into HAP Contract for 
New Construction and Rehabilitation was updated to fix a typo.
    (4) HUD-52530A Part 1 and HUD-52530B Part 1 were updated to reflect 
changes made in the Implementation of the Fostering Stable Housing 
Opportunities Amendments (87 FR 3570 (Jan. 24, 2022)). The term 
``designated'' was changed to ``contracted'' per PIH Notice 2017-21 
Implementation Guidance: Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act 
2016 (HOTMA)--Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Project-Based Voucher 
(PBV) Provisions, Attachment E. A few typos were also corrected.
    (5) When referring to discrimination based on sex, added 
``including sexual orientation and gender identity'' in parentheses to 
clarify that protections are provided under the Fair Housing Act. This 
change was made to the following forms: HUD-52641 HAP Contract, HUD-
52641A Tenancy Addendum, HUD-52642 Manufactured Home Space Rental HAP 
Contract, HUD-52530A PBV HAP Contract New Construction Part 2, HUD-
52530B PBV HAP Contract Existing Housing Part 2, HUD-52530C PBV Tenancy 
Addendum, HUD-52531B Agreement to Enter in a HAP Contract Part 1, HUD-
52578B PBV Statement of Family Responsibilities.
    (6) Reformatted the HUD-52646 Voucher and the HUD-5980 Tribal HUD-
VASH Leasing Performance Report to ensure the forms are 508 compliant.
    (7) Updated PRA Burden Statements and the Privacy Act Statements to 
ensure inclusion of required components.
    (8) Added language near the signature line on several forms to 
notify those signing the forms of the penalty for providing false 
information.
    (9) Added required language related to the Violence Against Women 
Act to the HUD-52642 Manufactured Home Space Rental HAP Contract.

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    Respondents: State and Local Governments, Tribes and TDHEs, owners 
of rental housing.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 2,244 PHAs and Tribal HUD-VASH 
grantees.
    Estimated Number of Responses: 5,762,595.
    Frequency of Response: Varies by form.

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                                     Number of     Responses per   Total annual      Hours per
           Description              respondents     respondent       responses       response       Total hours
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Application (HUD-52515).........          300.00            1.00          300.00            5.00        1,500.00
Application for Federal                   300.00            1.00          300.00            0.75          225.00
 Assistance (SF-424) \1\........
Applicant/Recipient Disclosure/           300.00            1.00          300.00            0.08           24.00
 Update Report (HUD-2880) \2\...
Acknowledgement of Application            300.00            1.00          300.00            0.08           24.00
 Receipt (HUD-2993) \3\.........
Certification of Consistency              300.00            1.00          300.00            0.08           24.00
 with the Consolidated Plan (HUD-
 2991) \4\......................
Disclosure of Lobbying                    300.00            1.00          300.00            0.08           24.00
 Activities (SF-LLL)............
Tenant-Furnished Utilities (HUD-        2,192.00          350.00      767,200.00            0.25      191,800.00
 52667).........................
Inspection Checklist (HUD-52580         2,192.00          950.00    2,082,400.00            0.50    1,041,200.00
 and 52580-A)...................
Inspection Form (HUD-52580A)....        2,192.00          950.00    2,082,400.00            0.25      520,600.00
Request for Tenancy Approval            2,192.00           55.00      120,560.00            0.50       60,280.00
 (HUD-52517)....................
Notice of Unit Approval/Denial..        2,192.00           55.00      120,560.00            0.50       60,280.00
Voucher (HUD-52646).............        2,192.00           60.00      131,520.00            0.05        6,576.00
Information Packet..............        2,192.00           55.00      120,560.00            1.00      120,560.00
PHA Information to Owner about          2,192.00           55.00      120,560.00            0.50       60,280.00
 tenant.........................
Portability Information (HUD-           2,192.00           10.00       21,920.00            0.50       10,960.00
 52665).........................
PHA Notification to Field Office          400.00            1.00          400.00            0.50          200.00
 of Insufficient Funds for
 portability moves..............
HAP Contracts (HUD-52641, 52641-        2,192.00           65.00      142,480.00            0.50       71,240.00
 A, 52642, 52642)...............
Statement of Homeowner                    100.00           10.00        1,000.00            0.25          250.00
 Obligation (HUD-52649).........
Homeownership: Required Contract          100.00           10.00        1,000.00            0.25          250.00
 of Sale Provisions.............
PHA PBV Public Notice of RFP....          200.00            1.00          200.00            1.00          200.00
PHA PBV Notice of Owner                   200.00            1.00          200.00            0.50          100.00
 Selection......................
PBV Agreement to enter into a             100.00            1.00          100.00            0.50           50.00
 HAP Contract (HUD-52531A and B)
PBV NC/R HAP Contract (HUD-               100.00            1.00          100.00            2.00          200.00
 52530A, Part 1 & 2)............
PBV Existing HAP Contract (HUD-           100.00            1.00          100.00            2.00          200.00
 52530B, Part 1 & 2)............
PBV Tenancy Addendum (HUD-                650.00           33.00       21,450.00            0.25        5,362.50
 52530C)........................
PBV Statement of Family                   650.00           33.00       21,450.00            0.25        5,362.50
 Responsibilities (HUD-52578B)..
PHA Notice of Intent to Project-          218.00            1.00          218.00            1.00          218.00
 Base Vouchers to FO............
Owner Request to HUD FO for                20.00            1.00           20.00            1.00           20.00
 Approval to Terminate PBV HAP
 Contract.......................
Owner Notice to FO and tenants             20.00           30.00          600.00            0.25          150.00
 to Terminate PBV HAP Contract..
Legal Opinion that PHA's unit/            350.00            1.00          350.00            1.00          350.00
 project is no longer PHA-owned.
Notification to Field Office of           500.00            1.00          500.00            1.00          500.00
 change in ownership if project
 becomes PHA-owned..............
Joint PHA/Independent entity               90.00            1.00           90.00            0.50           45.00
 certification regarding no
 legal, financial, other ties...
Certification regarding                   800.00            1.00          800.00            0.50          400.00
 previously approved independent
 entity.........................
Notice of Rent reasonableness             150.00            3.00          450.00            2.00          900.00
 determinations completed by
 independent entity.............
Notice of Review of PBV                    90.00            2.00          180.00            3.00          540.00
 selection process by
 independent entity.............
Waikoloa Maneuver Area public             100.00            1.00          100.00            0.30           30.00
 notice (HUD-50164).............
FUP Statement of Need...........          300.00            1.00          300.00            2.00          600.00
FUP Memorandum of Understanding.          300.00            1.00          300.00            5.00        1,500.00
FUP Evidence of a self-                   175.00            1.00          175.00            0.50           88.00
 sufficiency program............
HUD-VASH VAMC letter of support.           50.00            1.00           50.00            5.00          250.00
HUD-VASH signed formal agreement           50.00            1.00           50.00            6.00          300.00
HUD-VASH boundary description...           50.00            1.00           50.00            0.50           25.00
New Inspection Protocol.........          350.00            1.00          350.00            0.50          175.00
Tribal HUD-VASH application                26.00            1.00           26.00            8.00          208.00
 materials......................
Tribal HUD-VASH Leasing                    26.00            1.00           26.00            1.00           26.00
 Performance Report (HUD-5980)..
                                 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Totals......................           2,244        1,853.00    5,762,595.00           57.17    2,164,096.50
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\1\ This form is included in another PRA (OMB 2501-0032). The additional burden hours for the voucher program
  are included in this application (4040-0004).
\2\ This form is included in another PRA (OMB 2501-0032). The additional burden hours for the voucher program
  are included in this application (2510-0011).
\3\ This form is included in another PRA (OMB 2501-0032). The additional burden hours for the voucher program
  are included in this application (2577-0259).
\4\ This form is included in another PRA (OMB 2501-0032). The additional burden hours for the voucher program
  are included in this application (2506-0112).

    Average Hours per Response: 1.24.
    Total Estimated Burdens Hours: 2,164,096.50.

B. Solicitation of Public Comment

    This notice is soliciting comments from members of the public and 
affected parties concerning the collection of information described in 
Section A on the following:
    (1) 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;
    (2) The accuracy of the agency'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 
those who are to respond; including through the use of appropriate 
automated collection techniques or other forms of information 
technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses.
    (5) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on 
those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection 
techniques or other forms of information technology.
    HUD encourages interested parties to submit comment in response to 
these questions.

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C. Authority

    Section 3507 of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. 
chapter 35.

Colette Pollard,
Department Reports Management Officer, Office of Policy Development and 
Research, Chief Data Officer.
[FR Doc. 2023-00805 Filed 1-17-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4210-67-P
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