Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form 15434, 14737 [2024-04104]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 40 / Wednesday, February 28, 2024 / Notices prohibition in the FMCSRs for interstate CMV drivers: Andrew Anzalone (MA) Robert Drake (AZ) Jeffrey Green (CA) Dylan Hill (KS) Alan Keil (HI) Christian Mandahl (MT) Richard Packer (ID) Steven Paul (WI) Richard Riley (IA) Brian Adam Runk (PA) Bradley Scruggs (CA) Robert Spencer (FL) Kip West (CO) The drivers were included in docket number FMCSA–2015–0323, FMCSA– 2017–0251, FMCSA–2018–0058, FMCSA–2020–0052, or FMCSA–2021– 0026. Their exemptions are applicable as of March 15, 2024 and will expire on March 15, 2026. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 V. Conditions and Requirements The exemptions are extended subject to the following conditions: (1) each driver must remain seizure-free and maintain a stable treatment during the 2-year exemption period; (2) each driver must submit annual reports from their treating physicians attesting to the stability of treatment and that the driver has remained seizure-free; (3) each driver must undergo an annual medical examination by a certified ME, as defined by § 390.5; and (4) each driver must provide a copy of the annual medical certification to the employer for retention in the driver’s qualification file, or keep a copy of his/her driver’s qualification file if he/she is selfemployed. The driver must also have a copy of the exemption when driving, for presentation to a duly authorized Federal, State, or local enforcement official. The exemption will be rescinded if: (1) the person fails to comply with the terms and conditions of the exemption; (2) the exemption has resulted in a lower level of safety than was maintained before it was granted; or (3) continuation of the exemption would not be consistent with the goals and objectives of 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315(b). VI. Preemption During the period the exemption is in effect, no State shall enforce any law or regulation that conflicts with this exemption with respect to a person operating under the exemption. VII. Conclusion Based on its evaluation of the 13 exemption applications, FMCSA renews the exemptions of the aforementioned drivers from the epilepsy and seizure disorders prohibition in § 391.41(b)(8). VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:59 Feb 27, 2024 Jkt 262001 In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315(b), each exemption will be valid for 2 years unless revoked earlier by FMCSA. Larry W. Minor, Associate Administrator for Policy. [FR Doc. 2024–04123 Filed 2–27–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–EX–P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form 15434 Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. AGENCY: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The IRS is soliciting comments concerning, Application for Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Voluntary Disclosure Program. SUMMARY: Written comments should be received on or before April 29, 2024 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Andres Garcia, Internal Revenue Service, Room 6526, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224, or by email to pra.comments@irs.gov. Include ‘‘OMB Number 1545–2316— Application for Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Voluntary Disclosure Program’’ in the subject line of the message. DATES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of this collection should be directed to Martha R. Brinson, at (202)317–5753, or at Internal Revenue Service, Room 6526, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224, or through the internet at Martha.R.Brinson@irs.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Application for Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Voluntary Disclosure Program. OMB Number: 1545–2316. Form Number: 15434. Abstract: The Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure Program (ERC–VDP) was created in order to provide a streamlined avenue for taxpayers to return funds for improperly PO 00000 Frm 00116 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 9990 14737 claimed ERC credits and be afforded a 20% reduction in the amount to return. To participate in the initiative, taxpayers must submit information about the improper ERC claimed, refund received, their identifying information, and the identifying information of any preparer/advisor who assisted them with the ERC claim. Current Actions: There are no changes to the form at this time. This notice is administrative process to renew the OMB approval on the form. Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection. Affected Public: Individuals and Households. Estimated Number of Respondents: 5,000. Estimated Time per Respondent: 2 hrs., 22 mins. Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 11,800. The following paragraph applies to all of 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 as long as 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. Request for Comments: Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. Comments will be of public record. Comments are invited on: (a) whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information has practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on or other forms of information technology; and (e) estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operation, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. Approved: February 23, 2024. Martha R. Brinson, Tax Analyst. [FR Doc. 2024–04104 Filed 2–27–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830–01–P E:\FR\FM\28FEN1.SGM 28FEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 40 (Wednesday, February 28, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Page 14737]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-04104]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

Internal Revenue Service


Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form 15434

AGENCY: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury.

ACTION: Notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), as part of its continuing 
effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general 
public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment 
on information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act 
of 1995. The IRS is soliciting comments concerning, Application for 
Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Voluntary Disclosure Program.

DATES: Written comments should be received on or before April 29, 2024 
to be assured of consideration.

ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Andres Garcia, Internal 
Revenue Service, Room 6526, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 
20224, or by email to [email protected]. Include ``OMB Number 1545-
2316--Application for Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Voluntary 
Disclosure Program'' in the subject line of the message.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or 
copies of this collection should be directed to Martha R. Brinson, at 
(202)317-5753, or at Internal Revenue Service, Room 6526, 1111 
Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20224, or through the internet 
at [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
    Title: Application for Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Voluntary 
Disclosure Program.
    OMB Number: 1545-2316.
    Form Number: 15434.
    Abstract: The Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure 
Program (ERC-VDP) was created in order to provide a streamlined avenue 
for taxpayers to return funds for improperly claimed ERC credits and be 
afforded a 20% reduction in the amount to return.
    To participate in the initiative, taxpayers must submit information 
about the improper ERC claimed, refund received, their identifying 
information, and the identifying information of any preparer/advisor 
who assisted them with the ERC claim.
    Current Actions: There are no changes to the form at this time. 
This notice is administrative process to renew the OMB approval on the 
form.
    Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
    Affected Public: Individuals and Households.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 5,000.
    Estimated Time per Respondent: 2 hrs., 22 mins.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 11,800.
    The following paragraph applies to all of 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 as long as 
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.
    Request for Comments: Comments submitted in response to this notice 
will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. 
Comments will be of public record. Comments are invited on: (a) whether 
the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance 
of the functions of the agency, including whether the information has 
practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the 
burden of the collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the 
quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) 
ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on or 
other forms of information technology; and (e) estimates of capital or 
start-up costs and costs of operation, maintenance, and purchase of 
services to provide information.

    Approved: February 23, 2024.
Martha R. Brinson,
Tax Analyst.
[FR Doc. 2024-04104 Filed 2-27-24; 8:45 am]
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