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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
Internal Revenue Service
Proposed Extension of Information
Collection Request Submitted for
Public Comment Request, Qualified
Personal Residence Trust
Internal Revenue Service (IRS),
Treasury.
ACTION: Notice and request for
comments.
AGENCY:
The Internal Revenue Service,
as part of its continuing effort to reduce
paperwork and respondent burden,
invites the public and other Federal
agencies to take this opportunity to
comment on proposed and/or
continuing information collections, as
required by the Paperwork Reduction
Act of 1995. Currently, the IRS is
soliciting comments concerning the
burden associated with the information
collection requirements related to the
sale of residence from qualified personal
residence trust.
DATES: Written comments should be
received on or before December 11, 2023
to be assured of consideration.
ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments
to Andre´s Garcia, Internal Revenue
Service, Room 6526, 1111 Constitution
Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224, or
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Please include, ‘‘OMB Number: 1545–
1485—Public Comment Request Notice’’
in the Subject line.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Requests for additional information or
copies of the form and instructions
should be directed to Ronald J. Durbala,
at (202) 317–5746, at Internal Revenue
Service, Room 6526, 1111 Constitution
Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224, or
through the internet at
RJoseph.Durbala@irs.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title: Sale of Residence from
Qualified Personal Residence Trust.
OMB Number: 1545–1485.
Form Project Number: TD 8743.
Abstract: Internal Revenue Code
section 2702(a)(3) provides special
favorable valuation rules for valuing the
gift of a personal residence trust.
Regulation section 25.2702–5(a)(2)
provides that if the trust fails to comply
with the requirements contained in the
regulations, the trust will be treated as
complying if a statement is attached to
the gift tax return reporting the gift
stating that a proceeding has been
commenced to reform the instrument to
comply with the requirements of the
regulations.
Current Actions: There is no change
in the paperwork burden previously
approved by OMB.
Type of Review: Extension of a
currently approved collection.
Affected Public: Individuals and
households.
Estimated Number of Responses: 300.
Estimated Time per Respondent: 2
Hrs., 5 Min.
Estimated Total Annual Burden
Hours: 625.
The following paragraph applies to all
the collections of information covered
by this notice:
An agency may not conduct or
sponsor, and a person is not required to
respond to, a collection of information
unless the collection of information
displays a valid OMB control number.
Books or records relating to a
collection of information must be
retained if their contents may become
material in the administration of any
internal revenue law. Generally, tax
returns and tax return information are
confidential, as required by 26 U.S.C.
6103.
Desired Focus of Comments: The
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is
particularly interested in comments
that:
• Evaluate whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary
for the proper performance of the
functions of the agency, including
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whether the information will have
practical utility.
• Evaluate the accuracy of the
agency’s estimate of the burden of the
proposed collection of information,
including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used.
• Enhance the quality, utility, and
clarity of the information to be
collected; and
• Minimize the burden of the
collection of information on those who
are to respond, including using
appropriate automated, electronic,
mechanical, or other technological
collection techniques or other forms of
information technology, e.g., by
permitting electronic submissions of
responses.
Comments submitted in response to
this notice will be summarized and/or
included in the ICR for OMB approval
of the extension of the information
collection; they will also become a
matter of public record.
Approved: October 4, 2023.
Ronald J. Durbala,
IRS Tax Analyst.
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS
AFFAIRS
Solicitation of Nominations for
Appointment to the National Research
Advisory Council
Department of Veterans Affairs.
Notice of solicitation for
nominations.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
The Department of Veteran
Affairs (VA) Office of Research and
Development (ORD) is committed to
having a diverse and inclusive
membership on its National Research
Advisory Council (NRAC or the
Council). The NRAC is seeking
nominations for its 2024 membership
cycle of qualified candidates who
promote racial and ethnic diversity, as
well as sex, geographic, religious,
disability/mobility, and prior military
service diversity in membership.
DATES: Nominations for membership on
NRAC must be received by November
15, 2023 no later than 4 p.m., Eastern
Standard Time. Submission of an
application does not guarantee
selection.
ADDRESSES: All nomination packages
should be emailed to Rashelle Robinson:
Rashelle.Robinson@va.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Allison Williams ND Ph.D. RN at
Allison.williams3@va.gov or
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727.204.1903 A copy of NRAC charter
and list of the current membership can
also be obtained by contacting Dr.
Williams.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The
Council provides advice to the Secretary
of Veterans Affairs (Secretary) and the
Under Secretary for Health (USH) and
makes recommendations on the nature
and scope of research and development
sponsored and/or conducted by the
Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
to include:
(1) the policies and projects of the
Office of Research and Development
(ORD);
(2) the focus of research on the high
priority health care needs of Veterans;
(3) the balance of basic, applied, and
outcomes research;
(4) the scientific merit review process;
(5) the appropriate mechanisms by
which ORD can leverage its resources to
enhance the research financial base;
(6) the rapid response to changing
health care needs, while maintaining
the stability of the research
infrastructure; and
(7) the protection of human subjects
of research.
Authority: NRAC was established by
the directive of the Secretary of VA, in
accordance with the provisions of the
Federal Advisory Committee Act, as
amended, 5 U.S.C. Ch. 10.
Membership Criteria and
Qualification: The Council will be
comprised of not more than 12
members. Members will be selected
from knowledgeable VA- and non-VA
experts, and Veterans’ community
representatives with special
qualifications and competencies to deal
effectively with research and
development issues in the VA.
Interested individuals must be a U.S.
citizen and hold an M.D., Ph.D., or
equivalent doctoral degree. NRAC is
looking for individuals with primary
expertise that includes:
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a. basic biomedical research;
b. rehabilitation research and
development;
c. health services research and
development;
d. clinical research;
e. geriatric care;
f. primary care;
g. special Veterans population health
issues;
h. occupational and environmental
health research;
i. mental health and behavioral
research; and
j. surgery.
In addition, the NRAC will have at
least one Veteran as a member to ensure
an important perspective on the health
problems of Veterans.
Membership Requirements: NRAC
meets three times a year either virtually,
hybrid or in-person. Lobbyists serving
as members of advisory boards and
commissions or federally-registered
lobbyists are prohibited from serving on
Federal advisory committees in an
individual capacity. In accordance with
Federal Travel Regulation, VA will
cover travel expenses—to include per
diem—for all members of the Council,
for any travel associated with official
Council duties. Non-VA Council
members also may be authorized to
receive a stipend for their services.
To the extent possible, the Secretary
seeks members who have diverse
professional and personal qualifications
including but not limited to subject
matter experts in the areas described
above. We ask that nominations include
any relevant experience information so
that VA can ensure diverse Council
membership.
Requirements for Nomination
Submission: Nominations should be 12point font typed (one nomination per
nominator). Self-nominations are
acceptable. Nomination package should
include:
(1) A cover letter that clearly states
the name and affiliation of the nominee,
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the basis for the nomination (i.e.,
specific attributes that qualify the
nominee for service in this capacity),
and a statement from the nominee
indicating the willingness to serve as a
member of the Council;
(2) The nominee’s contact
information, including name, mailing
address, telephone numbers, and email
address;
(3) The nominee’s curriculum vitae
that shows all relevant professional,
publications, Veterans service
involvement and/or work experience;
(4) A summary of the nominee’s
experience and qualifications relative to
the membership consideration
described above; and
(5) A statement confirming that the
nominee is not a federally-registered
lobbyist.
Packages will be reviewed by ORD
Leadership staff and individuals
selected for appointment to the Council
will be notified via email.
The Department makes every effort to
ensure that the membership of VA
Federal advisory committees is diverse
in terms of points of view represented
and the committee’s capabilities.
Appointments to this Council shall be
made without discrimination because of
a person’s race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability or genetic
information. Nominations must state
that the nominee is willing to serve as
a member of the Council and appears to
have no conflict of interest that would
preclude membership. An ethics review
is conducted for each selected nominee.
Dated: October 5, 2023.
LaTonya L. Small,
Federal Advisory Committee Management
Officer.
[FR Doc. 2023–22522 Filed 10–11–23; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Solicitation of Nominations for Appointment to the National
Research Advisory Council
AGENCY: Department of Veterans Affairs.
ACTION: Notice of solicitation for nominations.
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SUMMARY: The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Office of Research and
Development (ORD) is committed to having a diverse and inclusive
membership on its National Research Advisory Council (NRAC or the
Council). The NRAC is seeking nominations for its 2024 membership cycle
of qualified candidates who promote racial and ethnic diversity, as
well as sex, geographic, religious, disability/mobility, and prior
military service diversity in membership.
DATES: Nominations for membership on NRAC must be received by November
15, 2023 no later than 4 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. Submission of an
application does not guarantee selection.
ADDRESSES: All nomination packages should be emailed to Rashelle
Robinson: [email protected].
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Allison Williams ND Ph.D. RN at
[email protected] or
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727.204.1903 A copy of NRAC charter and list of the current membership
can also be obtained by contacting Dr. Williams.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Council provides advice to the Secretary
of Veterans Affairs (Secretary) and the Under Secretary for Health
(USH) and makes recommendations on the nature and scope of research and
development sponsored and/or conducted by the Veterans Health
Administration (VHA) to include:
(1) the policies and projects of the Office of Research and
Development (ORD);
(2) the focus of research on the high priority health care needs of
Veterans;
(3) the balance of basic, applied, and outcomes research;
(4) the scientific merit review process;
(5) the appropriate mechanisms by which ORD can leverage its
resources to enhance the research financial base;
(6) the rapid response to changing health care needs, while
maintaining the stability of the research infrastructure; and
(7) the protection of human subjects of research.
Authority: NRAC was established by the directive of the Secretary
of VA, in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Advisory
Committee Act, as amended, 5 U.S.C. Ch. 10.
Membership Criteria and Qualification: The Council will be
comprised of not more than 12 members. Members will be selected from
knowledgeable VA- and non-VA experts, and Veterans' community
representatives with special qualifications and competencies to deal
effectively with research and development issues in the VA. Interested
individuals must be a U.S. citizen and hold an M.D., Ph.D., or
equivalent doctoral degree. NRAC is looking for individuals with
primary expertise that includes:
a. basic biomedical research;
b. rehabilitation research and development;
c. health services research and development;
d. clinical research;
e. geriatric care;
f. primary care;
g. special Veterans population health issues;
h. occupational and environmental health research;
i. mental health and behavioral research; and
j. surgery.
In addition, the NRAC will have at least one Veteran as a member to
ensure an important perspective on the health problems of Veterans.
Membership Requirements: NRAC meets three times a year either
virtually, hybrid or in-person. Lobbyists serving as members of
advisory boards and commissions or federally-registered lobbyists are
prohibited from serving on Federal advisory committees in an individual
capacity. In accordance with Federal Travel Regulation, VA will cover
travel expenses--to include per diem--for all members of the Council,
for any travel associated with official Council duties. Non-VA Council
members also may be authorized to receive a stipend for their services.
To the extent possible, the Secretary seeks members who have
diverse professional and personal qualifications including but not
limited to subject matter experts in the areas described above. We ask
that nominations include any relevant experience information so that VA
can ensure diverse Council membership.
Requirements for Nomination Submission: Nominations should be 12-
point font typed (one nomination per nominator). Self-nominations are
acceptable. Nomination package should include:
(1) A cover letter that clearly states the name and affiliation of
the nominee, the basis for the nomination (i.e., specific attributes
that qualify the nominee for service in this capacity), and a statement
from the nominee indicating the willingness to serve as a member of the
Council;
(2) The nominee's contact information, including name, mailing
address, telephone numbers, and email address;
(3) The nominee's curriculum vitae that shows all relevant
professional, publications, Veterans service involvement and/or work
experience;
(4) A summary of the nominee's experience and qualifications
relative to the membership consideration described above; and
(5) A statement confirming that the nominee is not a federally-
registered lobbyist.
Packages will be reviewed by ORD Leadership staff and individuals
selected for appointment to the Council will be notified via email.
The Department makes every effort to ensure that the membership of
VA Federal advisory committees is diverse in terms of points of view
represented and the committee's capabilities. Appointments to this
Council shall be made without discrimination because of a person's
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability or genetic information. Nominations
must state that the nominee is willing to serve as a member of the
Council and appears to have no conflict of interest that would preclude
membership. An ethics review is conducted for each selected nominee.
Dated: October 5, 2023.
LaTonya L. Small,
Federal Advisory Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2023-22522 Filed 10-11-23; 8:45 am]
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