Request for Public Comment on Improvements To Report Filing Processes and Website Usability, 62782-62783 [2023-19726]

Download as PDF 62782 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 176 / Wednesday, September 13, 2023 / Notices Dated: September 5, 2023. KC Becker, Regional Administrator, Region 8. [FR Doc. 2023–19776 Filed 9–12–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–11363–01–R3] Clean Air Act Operating Permit Program; Order on Petition for Objection to the Title V Permit for Delaware City Refinery Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice of final order on petition. AGENCY: Pursuant to the Clean Air Act (CAA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator signed an order dated July 5, 2023, granting in part and denying in part a petition dated September 16, 2022, from Delaware Audobon Society, Delaware Concerned Residents for Environmental Justice, Environmental Justice Health Alliance for Chemical Policy Reform, the Widener Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic, Environmental Integrity Project, and Earthjustice. The petition requested that EPA object to a Clean Air Act (CAA) title V operating permit issued by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) to the Delaware City Refinery for its facility located in New Castle County, Delaware. ADDRESSES: Copies of the final order, the petition, and all pertinent information relating thereto can be requested by electronic mail to the address set forth below in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section. The final order and petition are available electronically at: www.epa.gov/title-v-operating-permits/ title-v-petition-database. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Britlyn Barnes, EPA Region 3, (215) 814–2089, barnes.britlyn@epa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The CAA affords EPA a 45-day period to review and object to, as appropriate, title V operating permits proposed by state permitting authorities. Section 505(b)(2) of the CAA authorizes any person to petition the EPA Administrator within 60 days after the expiration of this review period to object to a state title V operating permit if EPA has not done so. Petitions must be based only on objections raised with reasonable specificity during the public comment period, unless the petitioner demonstrates that it was impracticable ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:37 Sep 12, 2023 Jkt 259001 to raise these issues during the comment period or that the grounds for objection or other issue arose after the comment period. EPA received a petition from Delaware Audobon Society, Delaware Concerned Residents for Environmental Justice, Environmental Justice Health Alliance for Chemical Policy Reform, the Widener Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic, Environmental Integrity Project, and Earthjustice dated September 16, 2022, requesting that EPA object to the issuance of operating permit no. AQM–003/00016—Parts 1–3, issued by DNREC to Delaware City Refinery in New Castle County, Delaware. On July 5, 2023, the EPA Administrator issued an order granting in part and denying in part the petition. The order itself explains the basis for the EPA’s decision. Sections 307(b) and 505(b)(2) of the CAA provide that a petitioner may request judicial review of those portions of an order that deny issues in a petition. Any petition for review shall be filed in the United States Court of Appeals for the appropriate circuit no later than November 13, 2023. Cristina Fernandez, Director, Air & Radiation Division, Region III. [FR Doc. 2023–19710 Filed 9–12–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION [Notice 2023–14] Request for Public Comment on Improvements To Report Filing Processes and Website Usability Federal Election Commission (‘‘Commission’’). ACTION: Notification of request for public comment. AGENCY: The Commission seeks public comment on ways to improve its report filing processes and public-facing website. SUMMARY: Comments must be submitted on or before November 13, 2023. ADDRESSES: All comments must be in writing. Commenters may submit comments by email to publiccomment2023-14@fec.gov. All commenters must provide, at a minimum, their first name, last name, city, and state. All properly submitted comments, including attachments, will become part of the public record, and the Commission will make comments available for public viewing on the Commission’s website and in the DATES: PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Commission’s Public Records Office. Accordingly, commenters should not provide in their comments any information that they do not wish to make public, such as a home street address, date of birth, phone number, social security number, or driver’s license number, or any information that is restricted from disclosure, such as trade secrets or commercial or financial information that is privileged or confidential. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert M. Knop, Assistant General Counsel, or Evan R. Christopher, Attorney, 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20463, (202) 694–1650 or (800) 424–9530. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Commission administers the Federal Election Campaign Act, 52 U.S.C. 30101–45, in relevant part, through a review of disclosure reports that are filed with the Commission. Political committees must file periodic reports, while others must file only upon the occurrence of specific activity, such as the making of independent expenditures in an aggregate amount or value in excess of $250 during a calendar year. See 52 U.S.C. 30104(a), (c). Some political committees and other regulated persons must file reports electronically, while others may file electronically or in paper form. See 11 CFR 104.18. The Commission processes the information it receives from both electronic and paper filings, and digitally provides the information to the public on its website with search and filter functions. See 52 U.S.C. 30111(a)(4). In addition, the Commission’s website contains legal resources for the public, including databases of concluded enforcement matters, advisory opinions, statutes and legislative history, regulations and related rulemaking materials, and documents from court cases. The Commission also provides campaign guides and other explanatory materials designed for non-lawyers, including candidates, treasurers, journalists, and members of the general public. The Commission periodically reviews its programs to ensure it is fulfilling its mission of providing transparency to the campaign finance system. As part of that mission, not only does the Commission strive to provide to the public data in an easily usable format, but also strives to streamline the report filing process for filers. The purpose of this Notice is to inform the public that the Commission is examining its existing policies and procedures regarding the filing of reports with the agency and to provide the public with an opportunity to E:\FR\FM\13SEN1.SGM 13SEN1 ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 176 / Wednesday, September 13, 2023 / Notices identify any issues or concerns with the report filing process, as well as potential solutions to those concerns. The Commission also seeks public comment on how to improve its website, including the organization, substance, and ease of use of the information on the website. The Commission will use the comments received to help determine whether to change its policies or processes, and, if so, how. The Commission welcomes comments on all aspects of report filing. For example, one filer expressed frustration that electronic Form 99 (Miscellaneous Electronic Submission to the FEC) has a character limit, while another filer criticized the inability of the Commission’s electronic filing system to accept an Excel spreadsheet. The Commission is also aware that filers have encountered software issues, both with FECFile and third-party filing software. While the Commission has deployed significant resources towards a multi-year project to develop a more user-friendly report-filing software, the Commission is seeking public comment concerning what can be accomplished immediately to improve the report-filing process. In addition, the Commission seeks public comment on how to improve the Commission’s website. Public comments can address any aspect of the website, including how the website displays campaign finance data, the organization of the website, search functions for legal research, or the provision of campaign guides. For example, how can the Commission make campaign finance data more accessible? Can the Commission add filters, searches, or features that would make the data more useful for the public? How can the Commission improve the website’s organization or search functions for legal research? Do the campaign guides adequately educate non-lawyer members of the public about campaign finance rules? The Commission is particularly interested in hearing from members of the public who regularly file reports or use the Commission’s website, including political committees, candidates, non-profit organizations, journalists, and law enforcement. On behalf of the Commission, Dara Lindenbaum, Chair, Federal Election Commission. [FR Doc. 2023–19726 Filed 9–12–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6715–01–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:37 Sep 12, 2023 Jkt 259001 FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY [No. 2023–N–10] Request for Applications and Nominations for Members of the Federal Housing Finance Agency Federal Advisory Committee on Affordable, Equitable, and Sustainable Housing AGENCY: Federal Housing Finance Agency. ACTION: Notice. The Federal Housing Finance Agency is seeking individuals to serve on the Advisory Committee on Affordable, Equitable, and Sustainable Housing (Committee). It is estimated that the Committee will meet at least twice annually to advise FHFA regarding affordable, equitable, and sustainable housing. Recommendations by the Committee help inform FHFA’s perspective on regulatory, guidance, or policy changes that may be necessary to expand affordable, equitable, and sustainable housing, with a focus on FHFA’s regulated entities and their respective roles in providing a reliable source of liquidity and funding for housing finance and community investment including both single-family and multifamily housing. SUMMARY: FHFA will consider applications or nominations received before or on October 13, 2023. DATES: Applications and nominations should be sent to by email to: ACAESH@fhfa.gov or the Advisory Committee on Affordable, Equitable, and Sustainable Housing Review Group, Office of Housing & Community Investment, Division of Housing Mission and Goals, Federal Housing Finance Agency, Constitution Center, 400 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20219. ADDRESSES: Paul Theruviparampil, Senior Policy Analyst, Office of Housing & Community Investment, Division of Housing Mission and Goals, (202–649–3982) (not a toll-free number), ACAESH@fhfa.gov; Ted Wartell, Associate Director, Housing & Community Investment, Division of Housing Mission and Goals, (202) 649–3157 (not a toll-free number), Ted.Wartell@fhfa.gov, Federal Housing Finance Agency, Constitution Center, 400 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20219. For TTY/TRS users with disabilities, dial 711 and ask to be connected to the contact number above. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 62783 Privacy Act Statement Authority: Pursuant to Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92– 463, 5 U.S.C. 10), we are authorized to collect this information as may be necessary or appropriate in the creation of Federal advisory committees, which will provide objective advice and recommendations regarding agency programs and policies. Disclosure of the requested information is voluntary. Purpose: This information is being collected and maintained in order to determine eligibility and select applicants to fill vacant positions on the FACA committee(s). Routine Uses: While the information requested is intended to be used primarily for internal purposes, in certain circumstances it may be necessary to disclose this information externally, for example to: a federal agency or other external entity to the extent necessary to address a suspected or confirmed compromise of the security, availability, or confidentiality of information; to other agencies, courts, and persons as necessary and relevant in the course of litigation, and as necessary and in accordance with requirements for law enforcement; or to a person authorized to act on your behalf. A complete list of the routine uses can be found in the SORNs associated with this collection of information, FHFA–30, Advisory Committee Manager (88 FR 9518). Consequence of Failure to Provide Information: Providing this information is voluntary. The consequence of not submitting your ideas, comments, requests, or questions is that you will not be considered for membership on an FHFA advisory committee. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Committee Objectives In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) (5 U.S.C. 10), FHFA has established the Advisory Committee on Affordable, Equitable, and Sustainable Housing (Committee). The Committee will provide advice and input regarding affordable, equitable, and sustainable housing needs, barriers to access, barriers to long-term sustainability, and any regulations, guidance, or policy changes that may be necessary to expand affordable, equitable, and sustainable housing. The Committee will better position FHFA to fulfill its strategic goal of supporting access to affordable, equitable, and sustainable housing. 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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 176 (Wednesday, September 13, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Pages 62782-62783]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-19726]


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FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION

[Notice 2023-14]


Request for Public Comment on Improvements To Report Filing 
Processes and Website Usability

AGENCY: Federal Election Commission (``Commission'').

ACTION: Notification of request for public comment.

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SUMMARY: The Commission seeks public comment on ways to improve its 
report filing processes and public-facing website.

DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before November 13, 2023.

ADDRESSES: All comments must be in writing. Commenters may submit 
comments by email to [email protected].
    All commenters must provide, at a minimum, their first name, last 
name, city, and state. All properly submitted comments, including 
attachments, will become part of the public record, and the Commission 
will make comments available for public viewing on the Commission's 
website and in the Commission's Public Records Office. Accordingly, 
commenters should not provide in their comments any information that 
they do not wish to make public, such as a home street address, date of 
birth, phone number, social security number, or driver's license 
number, or any information that is restricted from disclosure, such as 
trade secrets or commercial or financial information that is privileged 
or confidential.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert M. Knop, Assistant General 
Counsel, or Evan R. Christopher, Attorney, 1050 First Street NE, 
Washington, DC 20463, (202) 694-1650 or (800) 424-9530.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Commission administers the Federal 
Election Campaign Act, 52 U.S.C. 30101-45, in relevant part, through a 
review of disclosure reports that are filed with the Commission. 
Political committees must file periodic reports, while others must file 
only upon the occurrence of specific activity, such as the making of 
independent expenditures in an aggregate amount or value in excess of 
$250 during a calendar year. See 52 U.S.C. 30104(a), (c). Some 
political committees and other regulated persons must file reports 
electronically, while others may file electronically or in paper form. 
See 11 CFR 104.18.
    The Commission processes the information it receives from both 
electronic and paper filings, and digitally provides the information to 
the public on its website with search and filter functions. See 52 
U.S.C. 30111(a)(4). In addition, the Commission's website contains 
legal resources for the public, including databases of concluded 
enforcement matters, advisory opinions, statutes and legislative 
history, regulations and related rulemaking materials, and documents 
from court cases. The Commission also provides campaign guides and 
other explanatory materials designed for non-lawyers, including 
candidates, treasurers, journalists, and members of the general public.
    The Commission periodically reviews its programs to ensure it is 
fulfilling its mission of providing transparency to the campaign 
finance system. As part of that mission, not only does the Commission 
strive to provide to the public data in an easily usable format, but 
also strives to streamline the report filing process for filers. The 
purpose of this Notice is to inform the public that the Commission is 
examining its existing policies and procedures regarding the filing of 
reports with the agency and to provide the public with an opportunity 
to

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identify any issues or concerns with the report filing process, as well 
as potential solutions to those concerns. The Commission also seeks 
public comment on how to improve its website, including the 
organization, substance, and ease of use of the information on the 
website. The Commission will use the comments received to help 
determine whether to change its policies or processes, and, if so, how.
    The Commission welcomes comments on all aspects of report filing. 
For example, one filer expressed frustration that electronic Form 99 
(Miscellaneous Electronic Submission to the FEC) has a character limit, 
while another filer criticized the inability of the Commission's 
electronic filing system to accept an Excel spreadsheet. The Commission 
is also aware that filers have encountered software issues, both with 
FECFile and third-party filing software. While the Commission has 
deployed significant resources towards a multi-year project to develop 
a more user-friendly report-filing software, the Commission is seeking 
public comment concerning what can be accomplished immediately to 
improve the report-filing process.
    In addition, the Commission seeks public comment on how to improve 
the Commission's website. Public comments can address any aspect of the 
website, including how the website displays campaign finance data, the 
organization of the website, search functions for legal research, or 
the provision of campaign guides. For example, how can the Commission 
make campaign finance data more accessible? Can the Commission add 
filters, searches, or features that would make the data more useful for 
the public? How can the Commission improve the website's organization 
or search functions for legal research? Do the campaign guides 
adequately educate non-lawyer members of the public about campaign 
finance rules?
    The Commission is particularly interested in hearing from members 
of the public who regularly file reports or use the Commission's 
website, including political committees, candidates, non-profit 
organizations, journalists, and law enforcement.

    On behalf of the Commission,
Dara Lindenbaum,
Chair, Federal Election Commission.
[FR Doc. 2023-19726 Filed 9-12-23; 8:45 am]
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