Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs, Notice of Meeting, Amended, 9916-9917 [2024-02740]

Download as PDF 9916 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 29 / Monday, February 12, 2024 / Notices Ground Rules ➢ Subcommittee action only to be taken in designated areas on agenda. IV. Review and Approval of Subcommittee Minutes From the August 17, 2023 Subcommittee Meeting—UCR Education and Training Subcommittee Chair For Discussion and Possible Subcommittee Action Draft minutes from the August 17, 2023 Subcommittee meeting will be reviewed. The Subcommittee will consider action to approve. V. Project Development—UCR Education and Training Subcommittee Chair The Subcommittee Chair will discuss the development of key projects. The projects that will be discussed include the optimization and redesign of the website, the educational audit taskforce, and the creation of a video explaining the purpose and value of the UCR Plan and the National Registration System it operates. VI. Other Business—UCR Education and Training Subcommittee Chair The Subcommittee Chair will call for any other items Subcommittee members would like to discuss. VII. Adjournment—UCR Education and Training Subcommittee Chair The Subcommittee Chair will adjourn the meeting. The agenda will be available no later than 5:00 p.m. Eastern time, February 7, 2024 at: https://plan.ucr.gov. CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: Elizabeth Leaman, Chair, Unified Carrier Registration Plan Board of Directors, (617) 305–3783, eleaman@ board.ucr.gov. Alex B. Leath, Chief Legal Officer, Unified Carrier Registration Plan. [FR Doc. 2024–02962 Filed 2–8–24; 4:15 pm] BILLING CODE 4910–YL–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES [OMB Control No. 2900–0089] Agency Information Collection Activity: Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:06 Feb 09, 2024 Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed revision of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before April 12, 2024. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov or to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M33), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20420 or email to nancy.kessinger@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0089’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maribel Aponte, Office of Enterprise and Integration, Data Governance Analytics (008), 810 Vermont Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20006, (202) 266–4688 or email maribel.aponte@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0089’’ in any correspondence. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995, Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, VBA invites comments on: (1) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’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 respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Authority: 38 U.S.C. 102, 1315, and 501, 38 CFR 3.4 and 3.250. SUMMARY: Jkt 262001 PO 00000 Frm 00083 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Title: Statement of Dependency of Parent(s) (VA Form 21–509). OMB Control Number: 2900–0089. Type of Review: Revision of a currently approved collection. Abstract: VA Form 21–509 is the prescribed form used by VBA to gather income and dependency information from claimants who are seeking payment of benefits as, or for dependent parent(s). VA Form 21–509 is used by a Veteran seeking to establish their parent(s) as dependent(s) and by a surviving parent seeking death compensation. This information is used to determine the dependency of the parent and make determinations which affect the payment of monetary benefits to the claimant. Without this information, determination of entitlement would not be possible. No changes have been made to this form. The respondent burden has decreased due to the estimated number of receivables averaged over the past year. Affected Public: Individuals or households. Estimated Annual Burden: 3,653. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 30 minutes. Frequency of Response: One time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 7,306. By direction of the Secretary. Maribel Aponte, VA PRA Clearance Officer, Office of Enterprise and Integration/Data Governance Analytics, Department of Veterans Affairs. [FR Doc. 2024–02739 Filed 2–9–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320–01–P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs, Notice of Meeting, Amended The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. ch. 10., that the Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs will meet on February 27, 28 and 29, 2024 at the Choctaw Nation Headquarters, 1802 Chukaa Hina Drive, Durant, OK 74701. The meeting sessions will begin, and end as follows: Dates February 27, 2024 ... February 28, 2024 ... February 29, 2024 ... Times 8 a.m. to 5 standard 8 a.m. to 4 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.—central time (CST). p.m. CST. p.m. CST. The meeting sessions will be open to the public. The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary on all matters E:\FR\FM\12FEN1.SGM 12FEN1 khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 29 / Monday, February 12, 2024 / Notices relating to Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Native Hawaiian organizations, and Native American Veterans. This includes advising the Secretary on the administration of healthcare services and benefits to American Indian/Alaska Natives (AI/ AN) and Native Hawaiian Veterans; thereby assessing those needs and whether VA is meeting them. On February 27, 2024, the agenda will include opening remarks from the Chief of the Choctaw Nation, Committee Chair, Executive Sponsor, and other VA officials. There will be a recap of prior the Committee’s recommendations and follow-up from the agency, including updates regarding the co-pay exemption implementation for American Indian/ Alaska Natives; cultural healers/natural helpers; cultural awareness training; VA/Indian Health Service (IHS) Memorandum Of Understanding Implementation Plan and suicide prevention. Further updates include Section 403 of the Mission Act on establishing VA’s authority to establish medical residency in covered facilities to include non-VA facilities, such as IHS facilities or facilities operated by Indian tribes or tribal organizations. The Committee will tour the Choctaw Nation Healthcare Center/Oklahoma State University Residency Clinic. On February 28, 2024, the agenda will include updates on Native American Direct Loan Program; Homeless Programs; Choctaw Nation Behavioral Health/VA Staff Sergeant Fox Grant for the suicide prevention, family counseling, women’s domestic violence program; Tribal Veteran Service Officer Representation Expansion Project; Reimbursement Agreement Program/ Tribal Health Programs/Purchase Referred Care expansion; Claims Clinic Events in Indian Country; and VA Office of Connected Care. The Committee will tour the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Bonham, Texas. On February 29, 2024, the meeting will start at 8 a.m. Public comment will be from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The meetings are open to the public to attend in person and will be recorded. Individuals who wish to speak during the public comment session are invited to submit a 1–2-page summary of their comments no later than February 21, 2024, for inclusion in the official meeting record. Members of the public may also submit written statements for the Committee’s review to Peter Vicaire, at Peter.Vicaire@va.gov. Any member of the public seeking additional information should contact Peter Vicaire at the email address above or by calling 612–558–7744. VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:06 Feb 09, 2024 Jkt 262001 Dated: February 6, 2024. Jelessa M. Burney, Federal Advisory Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. 2024–02740 Filed 2–9–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900–0788] Agency Information Collection Activity: Description of Materials Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed revision of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before April 12, 2024. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information through Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov or to Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits Administration (20M33), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20420 or email to nancy.kessinger@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0788’’ in any correspondence. During the comment period, comments may be viewed online through FDMS. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Maribel Aponte, Office of Enterprise and Integration, Data Governance Analytics (008), 810 Vermont Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20420, (202) 266–4688 or email maribel.aponte@va.gov. Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0788’’ in any correspondence. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995, Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00084 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 9917 With respect to the following collection of information, VBA invites comments on: (1) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VBA’s functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VBA’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 respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Authority: Public Law 104–13; 44 U.S.C. 3501–3521. Title: Description of Materials, VA Form 26–1852. OMB Control Number: 2900–0788. Type of Review: Revision of a currently approved collection. Abstract: VA Form 26–1852 is completed by builders in Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) projects involving construction as authorized under Title 38, U.S.C., section 2101(a), section 2101(b), and the Temporary Residence Adaptations (TRA) grant under Title 38, U.S.C., section 2102A. This form is also completed by builders who propose to construct homes to be purchased by veterans using their VA home loan benefit as granted in Title 38 U.S.C., section 3710(a)(1). SAH field staff review the data furnished on the form for completeness and it is essential to determine the acceptability of the construction materials to be used. In cases of new home construction, a technically qualified individual, not VA staff, is required to review the list of materials and certify they meet or exceed general residential construction material requirements, as specified by the International Residential Code and residential building codes adopted by local building authorities, and are in substantial conformity with VA Minimum Property requirements. Affected Public: Private Sector. Estimated Annual Burden: 1,122 hours. Estimated Average Burden per Respondent: 30 minutes. Frequency of Response: One-time. Estimated Number of Respondents: SAH usage—2,194 per year; Native American Direct Loan usage—50 per year = total predicted usage of 2,244 per year. E:\FR\FM\12FEN1.SGM 12FEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 29 (Monday, February 12, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 9916-9917]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-02740]


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS


Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs, Notice of 
Meeting, Amended

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) gives notice under the 
Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. ch. 10., that the Advisory 
Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs will meet on February 27, 28 and 
29, 2024 at the Choctaw Nation Headquarters, 1802 Chukaa Hina Drive, 
Durant, OK 74701. The meeting sessions will begin, and end as follows:

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                   Dates                                Times
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February 27, 2024.........................  8 a.m. to 5 p.m.--central
                                             standard time (CST).
February 28, 2024.........................  8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST.
February 29, 2024.........................  8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST.
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    The meeting sessions will be open to the public.
    The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Secretary on all 
matters

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relating to Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Native Hawaiian 
organizations, and Native American Veterans. This includes advising the 
Secretary on the administration of healthcare services and benefits to 
American Indian/Alaska Natives (AI/AN) and Native Hawaiian Veterans; 
thereby assessing those needs and whether VA is meeting them.
    On February 27, 2024, the agenda will include opening remarks from 
the Chief of the Choctaw Nation, Committee Chair, Executive Sponsor, 
and other VA officials. There will be a recap of prior the Committee's 
recommendations and follow-up from the agency, including updates 
regarding the co-pay exemption implementation for American Indian/
Alaska Natives; cultural healers/natural helpers; cultural awareness 
training; VA/Indian Health Service (IHS) Memorandum Of Understanding 
Implementation Plan and suicide prevention. Further updates include 
Section 403 of the Mission Act on establishing VA's authority to 
establish medical residency in covered facilities to include non-VA 
facilities, such as IHS facilities or facilities operated by Indian 
tribes or tribal organizations. The Committee will tour the Choctaw 
Nation Healthcare Center/Oklahoma State University Residency Clinic.
    On February 28, 2024, the agenda will include updates on Native 
American Direct Loan Program; Homeless Programs; Choctaw Nation 
Behavioral Health/VA Staff Sergeant Fox Grant for the suicide 
prevention, family counseling, women's domestic violence program; 
Tribal Veteran Service Officer Representation Expansion Project; 
Reimbursement Agreement Program/Tribal Health Programs/Purchase 
Referred Care expansion; Claims Clinic Events in Indian Country; and VA 
Office of Connected Care. The Committee will tour the VA Community 
Based Outpatient Clinic in Bonham, Texas.
    On February 29, 2024, the meeting will start at 8 a.m. Public 
comment will be from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
    The meetings are open to the public to attend in person and will be 
recorded. Individuals who wish to speak during the public comment 
session are invited to submit a 1-2-page summary of their comments no 
later than February 21, 2024, for inclusion in the official meeting 
record. Members of the public may also submit written statements for 
the Committee's review to Peter Vicaire, at [email protected]. Any 
member of the public seeking additional information should contact 
Peter Vicaire at the email address above or by calling 612-558-7744.

    Dated: February 6, 2024.
Jelessa M. Burney,
Federal Advisory Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2024-02740 Filed 2-9-24; 8:45 am]
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