Agencies and Commissions June 6, 2012 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents
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Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection Renewal; Comment Request
The FDIC, 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 the renewal of an existing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. chapter 35). Currently, the FDIC is soliciting comment on renewal of the information collection described below.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection Renewal; Comment Request
The FDIC, 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 the renewal of an existing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. chapter 35). Currently, the FDIC is soliciting comment on renewal of the information collection described below.
Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended; Computer Matching Program (SSA/Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS))-Match Number 1094
In accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act, as amended, this notice announces a new computer matching program that we will conduct with CMS.
Certain Integrated Circuit Packages Provided With Multiple Heat-Conducting Paths and Products Containing Same; Notice of Receipt of Complaint; Solicitation of Comments Relating to the Public Interest
Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint entitled Certain Integrated Circuit Packages Provided With Multiple Heat-Conducting Paths and Products Containing Same, DN 2899; the Commission is soliciting comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint or complainant's filing under section 210.8(b) of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (19 CFR 210.8(b)).
POSTNET Barcode Discontinuation
This document corrects an earlier revision to the Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, Domestic Mail Manual (DMM[supreg]) which discontinued price eligibility based on the use of POSTNETTM barcodes on all types of mail. The correction adds DMM revisions that were inadvertently omitted in the original final rule.
Proposed Submission of Information Collection for OMB Review; Comment Request; Qualified Domestic Relations Orders Submitted to PBGC
The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (``PBGC'') intends to request that the Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') approve, under the Paperwork Reduction Act, revisions to an information collection relating to PBGC's booklet, Qualified Domestic Relations Orders & PBGC (OMB control number 1212-0054; expires August 31, 2012). PBGC is requesting 3-year approval of the revised collection of information. The booklet provides guidance on how to submit a qualified domestic relations order (``QDRO'') to the PBGC. This notice informs the public of PBGC's intent and solicits public comment on the collection of information, as modified.
Certain CMOS Image Sensors and Products Containing Same; Institution of Investigation Pursuant to 19 U.S.C. § 1337
Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on May 1, 2012, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, 19 U.S.C. Sec. 1337, on behalf of California Institute of Technology of Pasadena, California. Letters supplementing the complaint were filed on May 21, 2012, and May 22, 2012. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain CMOS image sensors and products containing same by reason of infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 5,841,126 (``the `126 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 5,990,506 (``the `506 patent''); and U.S. Patent No. 6,606,122 (``the `122 patent''). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists as required by subsection (a)(2) of section 337. The complainant requests that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue an exclusion order and cease and desist orders.
Certain Products Containing Interactive Program Guide and Parental Control Technology; Institution of Investigation Pursuant to 19 U.S.C. 1337
Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on May 1, 2012, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, 19 U.S.C. Sec. 1337, on behalf of Rovi Corporation of Santa Clara, California; Rovi Guides, Inc. of Santa Clara, California; Rovi Technologies Corporation of Santa Clara, California; Starsight Telecast, Inc. of Santa Clara; United Video Properties, Inc. of Santa Clara, California; and Index Systems, Inc. of the British Virgin Islands. The complaint alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain products containing interactive program guide and parental control technology by reason of infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 6,701,523 (``the `523 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 6,898,762 (``the `762 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 7,065,709 (``the `709 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 7,103,906 (``the `906 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 7,225,455 (``the `455 patent''); U.S. Patent No. 7,493,643 (``the `643 patent''); and U.S. Patent No. 8,112,776 (``the `776 patent''). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists as required by subsection (a)(2) of section 337. The complainants request that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue an exclusion order and cease and desist orders.
Rule Concerning Disclosures Regarding Energy Consumption and Water Use of Certain Home Appliances and Other Products Required Under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (“Appliance Labeling Rule”)
The Commission seeks comment on proposed disclosures to help consumers, distributors, contractors, and installers easily determine whether a specific furnace or central air conditioner meets applicable Department of Energy regional efficiency standards.
SES Performance Review Board
Notice is hereby given of the appointment of members to the FTC Performance Review Board.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection, Comment Request
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans to request clearance for this collection. In accordance with the requirement of Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are providing opportunity for public comment on this action. After obtaining and considering public comment, NSF will prepare the submission requesting OMB clearance of this collection for no longer than three years. Comments are invited on (a) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
Submission for OMB Review
Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), agencies are required to publish a Notice in the Federal Register notifying the public that the agency has prepared an information collection for OMB review and approval.
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