60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Office of Language Services Contractor Application Form, 5397-5398 [2023-01728]

Download as PDF khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 18 / Friday, January 27, 2023 / Notices (OMB) Office of Management and Budget, Attn: Desk Officer for SSA. Comments: https://www.reginfo.gov/ public/do/PRAMain. Submit your comments online referencing Docket ID Number [SSA–2023–0001]. (SSA) Social Security Administration, OLCA, Attn: Reports Clearance Director, 3100 West High Rise, 6401 Security Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21235, Fax: 410– 966–2830, Email address: OR.Reports.Clearance@ssa.gov. Or you may submit your comments online through https://www.reginfo.gov/ public/do/PRAMain, referencing Docket ID Number [SSA–2023–0001]. I. The information collection below is pending at SSA. SSA will submit it to OMB within 60 days from the date of this notice. To be sure we consider your comments, we must receive them no later than March 28, 2023. Individuals can obtain copies of the collection instrument by writing to the above email address. Generic Clearance for the Collection of Improving Customer Experience (OMB Circular A–11, Section 280 Implementation)—0960–0818. As part of the Administration’s commitment to improving customer service delivery, SSA invites the general public to take this opportunity to comment on the ‘‘Generic Clearance for the Collection of Improving Customer Experience’’ for approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.). A modern, streamlined, and responsive customer experience means: raising government-wide customer experience to the average of the private sector service industry; developing indicators for high-impact Federal programs to monitor progress towards excellent customer experience and mature digital services; and providing the structure (including increasing transparency) and resources to ensure customer experience is a focal point for agency leadership. This proposed information collection activity provides a means to garner customer and stakeholder feedback in an efficient, timely manner in accordance with the Administration’s commitment to improving customer service delivery as discussed in section 280 of OMB Circular A–11 at https:// www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/ uploads/2018/06/s280.pdf. As discussed in OMB guidance, agencies should identify their highestimpact customer journeys (using customer volume, annual program cost, and/or knowledge of customer priority as weighting factors) and select touchpoints/transactions within those journeys to collect feedback. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:53 Jan 26, 2023 Jkt 259001 These results will be used to improve the delivery of Federal services and programs. It will also provide government-wide data on customer experience that can be displayed on www.performance.gov to help build transparency and accountability of Federal programs to the customers they serve. As a general matter, these information collections will not result in any new system of records containing privacy information and will not ask questions of a sensitive nature, such as sexual behavior and attitudes, religious beliefs, and other matters that are commonly considered private. SSA Administration will only submit collections if they meet the following criteria. • The collections are voluntary; • The collections are low-burden for respondents (based on considerations of total burden hours or burden-hours per respondent) and are low-cost for both the respondents and the Federal Government; • The collections are noncontroversial and do not raise issues of concern to other Federal agencies; • Any collection is targeted to the solicitation of opinions from respondents who have experience with the program or may have experience with the program in the near future; • Personally identifiable information (PII) is collected only to the extent necessary and is not retained; • Information gathered is intended to be used for general service improvement and program management purposes; and • Upon agreement between OMB and the agency all or a subset of information may be released as part of A–11, section 280 requirements only on performance.gov. Summaries of customer research and user testing activities may be included in publicfacing customer journey maps. • Additional release of data must be coordinated with OMB. These collections will allow for ongoing, collaborative and actionable communications between the Agency, its customers and stakeholders, and OMB as it monitors agency compliance on Section 280. These responses will inform efforts to improve or maintain the quality of service offered to the public. If this information is not collected, vital feedback from customers and stakeholders on services will be unavailable. The respondents are Individuals and Households, Businesses and Organizations, State, Local or Tribal Government. Type of Request: Extension of an OMB-approved information collection. PO 00000 Frm 00099 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 5397 Affected Public: Individuals and households, businesses and organizations, State, Local or Tribal government. Total Estimated Number of Respondents: 17,866,680. Below we provide projected average estimates for the next three years: Annual Respondents: 5,955,560. Annual Responses: 1,142,475. Frequency of Response: Once per request. Average minutes per response: 12 minutes (11.51). Estimated Annual Burden: 384,629 hours. Dated: January 24, 2023. Naomi Sipple, Reports Clearance Officer, Social Security Administration. [FR Doc. 2023–01680 Filed 1–26–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4191–02–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice: 11967] 60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Office of Language Services Contractor Application Form Notice of request for public comment. ACTION: The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB. DATES: The Department will accept comments from the public up to March 28, 2023. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods: • Web: Persons with access to the internet may comment on this notice by going to www.Regulations.gov. You can search for the document by entering ‘‘Docket Number: DOS–2023–0001’’ in the Search field. Then click the ‘‘Comment Now’’ button and complete the comment form. • Email: LSApplications@state.gov. You must include the DS form number, information collection title, and the OMB control number in the subject line of your message. • Regular Mail: Send written comments to: Department of State, Office of Language Services, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20522– 0114. SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\27JAN1.SGM 27JAN1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES 5398 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 18 / Friday, January 27, 2023 / Notices • Fax: 202–395–5806. Attention: Desk Officer for Department of State. You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information collection title, and the OMB control number in any correspondence. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and supporting documents, to Wanda Lyles Howell, who may be reached on 202–631.9374 or at lyleswm2@state.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: • Title of Information Collection: Office of Language Services Contractor Application Form. • OMB Control Number: 1405–0191. • Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved Collection. • Originating Office: Bureau of Administration, A/OPR/LS. • Form Number: DS–7651. • Respondents: General public applying for translator and/or interpreter contract positions. • Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,000. • Estimated Number of Responses: 1,000. • Average Time per Response: 30 minutes. • Total Estimated Burden Time: 500 annual hours. • Frequency: On occasion. • Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a Benefit. We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to: • Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the Department. • Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. • Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected. • Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your personal information, will be available for public review. Abstract of Proposed Collection The information collected is needed to ascertain whether respondents are VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:53 Jan 26, 2023 Jkt 259001 valid interpreting and/or translating candidates, based on their work history and legal work status in the United States. If candidates successfully become contractors for the U.S. Department of State, Office of Language Services, the information collected is used to initiate security clearance background checks and for processing payment vouchers. Respondents are typically members of the general public with varying degrees of experience in the fields of interpreting and/or translating. Methodology The Office of Language Services makes the ‘‘Office of Language Services Contractor Application Form’’ available via its internet site. Respondents can submit the form via email. Kevin E. Bryant, Deputy Director, Office of Directives Management, Department of State. [FR Doc. 2023–01728 Filed 1–26–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4710–24–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Highway Administration Notice of Final State Agency Actions on Sunset Road: I–10 to River Road Pima County, Arizona Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The FHWA, on behalf of the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), is issuing this notice to announce actions taken by ADOT and other relevant Federal agencies that are final. The actions relate to the Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the proposed project Sunset Road: I–10 to River Road, Pima County, Arizona. The actions grant licenses, permits, and approvals for the project. DATES: By this notice, FHWA, on behalf of ADOT, is advising the public of final agency actions subject to 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1). A claim seeking judicial review of the Federal agency actions with authority on the highway project will be barred unless the claim is filed on or before June 26, 2023. If the Federal law that authorizes judicial review of a claim provides a time period of less than 150 days for filing such claim, then that shorter time period still applies. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Steven Olmsted, NEPA Assignment Manager, Environment Planning, SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00100 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Arizona Department of Transportation, 205 S 17th Avenue, MD EM02, Phoenix, Arizona 85007; telephone: (480) 202– 6050, email: solmsted@azdot.gov. The Arizona Department of Transportation normal business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Mountain Standard Time). You may also contact: Mr. Paul O’Brien, Environmental Planning Administrator, Arizona Department of Transportation, 205 S 17th Avenue, MD EM02, Phoenix, Arizona 85007; telephone: (480) 356–2893, email: POBrien@azdot.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Effective April 16, 2019, the FHWA assigned and ADOT assumed environmental responsibilities for this project pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding executed by FHWA and ADOT. Notice is hereby given that ADOT and other relevant Federal agencies have taken final agency actions by issuing licenses, permits, and approvals for the following project in the State of Arizona: Sunset Road: I–10 to River Road, Pima County, Arizona. The actions by ADOT and other relevant Federal agencies and the laws under which such actions were taken, are described in the Draft EA approved on March 24, 2022, Final EA approved within the Finding of No Significant Impact issued on May 2, 2022, and in other documents in the administrative record. The FEA, FONSI, and other project records are available by contacting ADOT at the addresses provided above. Project decision documents are also available online at: https://webcms.pima.gov/cms/ One.aspx?pageId=533587. This notice applies to all ADOT and other relevant Federal agency decisions as of the issuance date of this notice and all laws under which such actions were taken, including but not limited to: 1. General: National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) [42 U.S.C. 4321– 4351]; Federal-Aid Highway Act [23 U.S.C. 109]. 2. Air: Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401– 7671(q)]. 3. Land: Section 4(f) of the U.S. Department of Transportation Act of 1966 [49 U.S.C. 303]; Landscaping and Scenic Enhancement (Wildflowers) [23 U.S.C. 319]. 4. Wildlife: Endangered Species Act [16 U.S.C. 1531–1544 and Section 1536], Marine Mammal Protection Act [16 U.S.C. 1361], Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act [16 U.S.C. 661– 667(d)], Migratory Bird Treaty Act [16 U.S.C. 703–712]. 5. Historic and Cultural Resources: Section 106 of the National Historic E:\FR\FM\27JAN1.SGM 27JAN1

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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 18 (Friday, January 27, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Pages 5397-5398]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-01728]


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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

[Public Notice: 11967]


60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Office of 
Language Services Contractor Application Form

ACTION: Notice of request for public comment.

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SUMMARY: The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and 
Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. 
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are 
requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals 
and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for 
public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.

DATES: The Department will accept comments from the public up to March 
28, 2023.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods:
     Web: Persons with access to the internet may comment on 
this notice by going to www.Regulations.gov. You can search for the 
document by entering ``Docket Number: DOS-2023-0001'' in the Search 
field. Then click the ``Comment Now'' button and complete the comment 
form.
     Email: [email protected]. You must include the DS 
form number, information collection title, and the OMB control number 
in the subject line of your message.
     Regular Mail: Send written comments to: Department of 
State, Office of Language Services, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 
20522-0114.

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     Fax: 202-395-5806. Attention: Desk Officer for Department 
of State.
    You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information 
collection title, and the OMB control number in any correspondence.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional 
information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including 
requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and 
supporting documents, to Wanda Lyles Howell, who may be reached on 202-
631.9374 or at [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
     Title of Information Collection: Office of Language 
Services Contractor Application Form.
     OMB Control Number: 1405-0191.
     Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved 
Collection.
     Originating Office: Bureau of Administration, A/OPR/LS.
     Form Number: DS-7651.
     Respondents: General public applying for translator and/or 
interpreter contract positions.
     Estimated Number of Respondents: 1,000.
     Estimated Number of Responses: 1,000.
     Average Time per Response: 30 minutes.
     Total Estimated Burden Time: 500 annual hours.
     Frequency: On occasion.
     Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a 
Benefit.
    We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:
     Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is 
necessary for the proper functions of the Department.
     Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost 
burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used.
     Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the 
information to be collected.
     Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, 
including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of 
information technology.
    Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are 
public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you 
should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your 
personal information, will be available for public review.

Abstract of Proposed Collection

    The information collected is needed to ascertain whether 
respondents are valid interpreting and/or translating candidates, based 
on their work history and legal work status in the United States. If 
candidates successfully become contractors for the U.S. Department of 
State, Office of Language Services, the information collected is used 
to initiate security clearance background checks and for processing 
payment vouchers. Respondents are typically members of the general 
public with varying degrees of experience in the fields of interpreting 
and/or translating.

Methodology

    The Office of Language Services makes the ``Office of Language 
Services Contractor Application Form'' available via its internet site. 
Respondents can submit the form via email.

Kevin E. Bryant,
Deputy Director, Office of Directives Management, Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2023-01728 Filed 1-26-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4710-24-P
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