Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: Museums for All Program Evaluation, 88135-88136 [2023-27900]

Download as PDF 88135 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 243 / Wednesday, December 20, 2023 / Notices Table 2 ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Portion of Operating Budget Covered by: FCUs FISCUs FCU Operating Fee ................................................................................................................. OTR × Percent of Insured Shares ........................................................................................... 37.6% 31.1% (62.4% × 49.9%) 0.0% 31.3% (62.4% × 50.1%) Total .................................................................................................................................. 68.7% 31.3% Table 1 reflects the NCUA’s annual budget of $355.4 million for the 2023 budget year. The FCU Act authorizes a portion of the NCUA’s budget to be funded through a requisition from the Share Insurance Fund (OTR 62.4 percent), while the remaining 37.6 percent will be charged to FCUs as an operating fee in 2023. The industry has voiced concern about the NCUA’s presentation of the OTR in the annual budget posted to the agency’s website because it believes the current footnoted reference to the regulatory fees that FISCUs pay their respective prudential regulator is insufficient.23 The NCUA’s intention in presenting the distribution of the operating budget costs in this request for comment is to clarify how the NCUA funds its annual operations between (1) requisition from the Share Insurance Fund and (2) operating fees paid by FCUs. The NCUA does not intend to discount the fact that FISCUs also pay a regulatory fee to their respective regulators. In presenting this information, the agency welcomes the industry’s feedback on the current method. Commenters also noted that the current cost distribution table (Table 2) uses insured shares to reflect the distribution of the OTR among FCUs versus FISCUs, and while total insured shares are relatively equal among charter type, there are fewer FISCUs than there are FCUs. First, the NCUA would like to clarify the requisition from the Share Insurance Fund is not allocated based on charter type. The current cost distribution table is for informational purposes only and is used to show how the portion of the NCUA’s budget funded by the Share Insurance Fund would be broken down among charter types. The NCUA shows this breakdown using insured shares to reflect that FICUs’ economic interest in the insurance fund is pro-rata based on insured shares. The NCUA Board welcomes comment on alternative ways to present this information publicly. 23 NCUA, Staff Draft 2023–2024 Budget Justification 50 (Sept. 29, 2022), https://ncua.gov/ files/publications/budget/budget-justificationproposed-2023-2024.pdf. VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:02 Dec 19, 2023 Jkt 262001 Request for Comment on the OTR Methodology The principles-based OTR methodology has streamlined the OTR calculation process and has reduced the needed resources to gather the costcenter time allocation used in the calculation.24 It has also made the OTR easier for stakeholders to understand. The methodology additionally has led to reduced variability in the calculated OTR each year. The added detail, transparency, and clarifying statements in this request for comment aim to address the industry interest regarding transparency and improved understanding of the allocation of insurance-related expenses among charter types. The Board welcomes comment on all aspects of the OTR methodology—including on the four principles, added detail, and clarifying statements discussed in this request for comment—as well as any suggested alternatives. The Board is also particularly interested in comments on whether it should continue to publish a dedicated notice requesting comment on the OTR methodology every 3 years. Alternatively, in circumstances when the Board does not intend to make changes to the OTR methodology, the NCUA could ask for comments on the OTR methodology triennially along with its long-standing one-third regulatory review process; rely on the public’s opportunity to request action under 12 CFR 790.3 or petition the Board for changes under § 791.8(c); or a combination of these opportunities. The Board also now annually publishes, requests comments on, and holds a public hearing on its budget. These comments and hearing, in turn, provide further opportunity for individuals to comment on the OTR methodology as part of the budgeting process. While the specific triennial process dedicated to 24 The NCUA included reference to this estimated cost savings in the Notice and Request for Comment dated June 30, 2017. ‘‘Based on the most recent Examination Time Survey results, field staff time would be reduced by approximately 200 hours annually. Central office and regional office staff time devoted to operating, maintaining, and administering the Examination Time Survey and related processes would be reduced by approximately 150 hours annually.’’ 82 FR 29943 (June 30, 2017). PO 00000 Frm 00095 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 the OTR has served well over the last number of years, the Board requests input on whether another process may prove more efficient and save resources for both credit unions and the NCUA while still maintaining transparency on the OTR methodology. Whenever the Board considers any changes to the OTR methodology, it would continue to seek comment through a Federal Register notice specific to the OTR. By the National Credit Union Administration Board on December 14, 2023. Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks, Secretary of the Board. [FR Doc. 2023–28000 Filed 12–19–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7535–01–P NATIONAL FOUNDATION ON THE ARTS AND THE HUMANITIES Institute of Museum and Library Services Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: Museums for All Program Evaluation Institute of Museum and Library Services, National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities. ACTION: Notice, request for comments, collection of information. AGENCY: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a preclearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing collections of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This pre-clearance consultation program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The purpose of this Notice is to solicit comments concerning the proposed IMLS study of the impacts of the IMLS Museums for All Initiative. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\20DEN1.SGM 20DEN1 ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 88136 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 243 / Wednesday, December 20, 2023 / Notices obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES section of this notice. DATES: Written comments must be submitted to the office listed in the addressee section below on or before February 18, 2024. ADDRESSES: Send comments to Sandra Narva, Acting Director of Grants Policy and Management, Office of Grants Policy and Management, Institute of Museum and Library Services, 955 L’Enfant Plaza North SW, Suite 4000, Washington, DC 20024–2135. Ms. Narva can be reached by Telephone: 202–653– 4634 or by email at snarva@imls.gov. Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., E.T., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing (TTY users) can contact IMLS at 202–207–7858 via 711 for TTY-Based Telecommunications Relay Service. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Helen Wechsler, Supervisory Grants Management Specialist, Office of Museum Services, Institute of Museum and Library Services, 955 L’Enfant Plaza North SW, Suite 4000, Washington, DC 20024–2135. Ms. Wechsler can be reached by Telephone: 202–653–4779, or by email at hwechsler@imls.gov. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing (TTY users) can contact IMLS at 202– 207–7858 via 711 for TTY-Based Telecommunications Relay Service. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: IMLS is especially interested in comments that help the agency to: • Evaluate 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; • 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 through the use of appropriate automated electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques, or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submissions of responses. I. Background IMLS is the primary source of Federal support for the Nation’s libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grant VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:02 Dec 19, 2023 Jkt 262001 making, research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov. II. Current Actions This Notice is to solicit comments on a program evaluation of the IMLS Museums for All Initiative, which began in 2014. A current IMLS cooperative agreement includes an evaluation of the Museums for All initiative, a program through which participating institutions offer free or reduced-price admission to families facing financial need. The goal is to assess the impact of the Museums for All initiative on participating institutions. As part of this evaluation effort, a questionnaire, which is the subject of this Notice, will be undertaken to solicit information from participating institutions in Museums for All about the initiative’s implementation, benefits, and areas for improvement. A small number of participating institution staff will be interviewed virtually or in person as part of case study research. These information collections will be developed based on what is needed to undertake the evaluation. The information IMLS collects will build on, but not duplicate existing or ongoing information collections. Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services. Title: Museums for All Program Evaluation. OMB Control Number: To be determined. Agency Number: 3137–NEW. Affected Public: Museums. Total Estimated Number of Respondents: TBD. Frequency of Response: One time. Average Minutes per Response: TBD. Total Burden Hours: TBD. Total Burden (dollars): TBD. Public Comments Invited: Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB’s clearance of this information collection. Dated: December 14, 2023. Suzanne Mbollo, Grants Management Specialist, Institute of Museum and Library Services. [FR Doc. 2023–27900 Filed 12–19–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7036–01–P PO 00000 Frm 00096 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION Advisory Committee for International Science and Engineering; Notice of Meeting In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92– 463, as amended), the National Science Foundation (NSF) announces the following meeting: Name and Committee Code: Advisory Committee for International Science and Engineering (#25104). Date and Time: January 11, 2024; 12:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. (Eastern Time). Place: NSF 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314 (Virtual). Connect to the Virtual Meeting: To attend the virtual meeting participants are required to process the meeting registration via Zoom: Register in advance for the meeting at the Zoom attendee registration link: https://nsf.zoomgov.com/webinar/ register/WN_wfWGOPM7QS6J2xBeVlndQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a unique link to join the meeting. If you have any login questions, please contact Louis Bailey, OISE IT Specialist: oiseitsupport@nsf.gov. Type of Meeting: Open. Contact Person: Street, Christopher, National Science Foundation, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314; Telephone: 703.292.8568/Email: cstreet@nsf.gov. Purpose of Meeting: To provide advice, recommendations and counsel on major goals and policies pertaining to engineering programs and activities. Agenda: D Updates on OISE activities D 2023 OISE COV Report D OISE’s Data Analytics Capabilities D OISE Program Updates D Meet with NSF leadership Dated: December 15, 2023. 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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 243 (Wednesday, December 20, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Pages 88135-88136]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-27900]


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NATIONAL FOUNDATION ON THE ARTS AND THE HUMANITIES

Institute of Museum and Library Services


Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: Museums for 
All Program Evaluation

AGENCY: Institute of Museum and Library Services, National Foundation 
on the Arts and the Humanities.

ACTION: Notice, request for comments, collection of information.

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SUMMARY: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), as part 
of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, 
conducts a preclearance consultation program to provide the general 
public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed 
and/or continuing collections of information in accordance with the 
Paperwork Reduction Act. This pre-clearance consultation program helps 
to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, 
reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, 
collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of 
collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The 
purpose of this Notice is to solicit comments concerning the proposed 
IMLS study of the impacts of the IMLS Museums for All Initiative. A 
copy of the proposed information collection request can be

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obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES 
section of this notice.

DATES: Written comments must be submitted to the office listed in the 
addressee section below on or before February 18, 2024.

ADDRESSES: Send comments to Sandra Narva, Acting Director of Grants 
Policy and Management, Office of Grants Policy and Management, 
Institute of Museum and Library Services, 955 L'Enfant Plaza North SW, 
Suite 4000, Washington, DC 20024-2135. Ms. Narva can be reached by 
Telephone: 202-653-4634 or by email at [email protected]. Office hours 
are from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., E.T., Monday through Friday, except 
Federal holidays.
    Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing (TTY users) can contact 
IMLS at 202-207-7858 via 711 for TTY-Based Telecommunications Relay 
Service.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Helen Wechsler, Supervisory Grants 
Management Specialist, Office of Museum Services, Institute of Museum 
and Library Services, 955 L'Enfant Plaza North SW, Suite 4000, 
Washington, DC 20024-2135. Ms. Wechsler can be reached by Telephone: 
202-653-4779, or by email at [email protected]. Persons who are deaf 
or hard of hearing (TTY users) can contact IMLS at 202-207-7858 via 711 
for TTY-Based Telecommunications Relay Service.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: IMLS is especially interested in comments 
that help the agency to:
     Evaluate 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;
     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 through the use of appropriate 
automated electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection 
techniques, or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting 
electronic submissions of responses.

I. Background

    IMLS is the primary source of Federal support for the Nation's 
libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America's 
museums, libraries, and related organizations through grant making, 
research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums 
and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and 
communities. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov.

II. Current Actions

    This Notice is to solicit comments on a program evaluation of the 
IMLS Museums for All Initiative, which began in 2014. A current IMLS 
cooperative agreement includes an evaluation of the Museums for All 
initiative, a program through which participating institutions offer 
free or reduced-price admission to families facing financial need. The 
goal is to assess the impact of the Museums for All initiative on 
participating institutions. As part of this evaluation effort, a 
questionnaire, which is the subject of this Notice, will be undertaken 
to solicit information from participating institutions in Museums for 
All about the initiative's implementation, benefits, and areas for 
improvement. A small number of participating institution staff will be 
interviewed virtually or in person as part of case study research. 
These information collections will be developed based on what is needed 
to undertake the evaluation. The information IMLS collects will build 
on, but not duplicate existing or ongoing information collections.
    Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services.
    Title: Museums for All Program Evaluation.
    OMB Control Number: To be determined.
    Agency Number: 3137-NEW.
    Affected Public: Museums.
    Total Estimated Number of Respondents: TBD.
    Frequency of Response: One time.
    Average Minutes per Response: TBD.
    Total Burden Hours: TBD.
    Total Burden (dollars): TBD.
    Public Comments Invited: Comments submitted in response to this 
notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB's 
clearance of this information collection.

    Dated: December 14, 2023.
Suzanne Mbollo,
Grants Management Specialist, Institute of Museum and Library Services.
[FR Doc. 2023-27900 Filed 12-19-23; 8:45 am]
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