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Pursuant to the provisions of Part 404 of Title 37, Code of Federal Regulations, which implements Public Law 96-517, as amended; the Department of the Air Force announces its intention to grant Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a Massachusetts corporation having a place of business at 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139, an exclusive license limited to the field of footwear in any right, title, and interest of the Air Force in: U.S. Application No. 12/599,465, entitled ``TUNABLE SURFACES,'' by Wonjae Choi, Robert E. Cohen, Joseph M. Mabry, Gareth H. McKinley, and Anish Tuteja, which was published on 16 December 2010 as U.S. Application Publication No. 2010/ 0316842; and U.S. Application No. 13/734,446, entitled ``LIQUID REPELLENT SURFACES,'' by Robert E. Cohen, Joseph M. Mabry, Gareth H. McKinley, and Adam James Meuler, which was published on 11 July 2013 as U.S. Application Publication No. 2013/0178568; who intends to further grant an exclusive license limited to the field of footwear in any right, title, and interest of itself to NBD Nanotechnologies, Inc., a Massachusetts corporation having a place of business at 41 Sherwood Ave., Danvers, MA 01923. The Air Force intends to grant a license for the pending applications unless a written objection is received within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of publication of this Notice. Written objection should be sent to: Air Force Materiel Command Law Office, AFMCLO/JAZ, 2240 B Street, Room 101, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433- 7109; Facsimile: (937) 255-3733.

Pursuant to the provisions of part 404 of title 37, Code of Federal Regulations, which implements Public Law 96-517, as amended; the Department of the Air Force announces the availability of Air Force owned invention U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 14/187,378, titled ``Radio Interface,'' by Burnett et al., filed February 24, 2014, for Licensing from the Air Force Research Laboratory, 711th Human Performance Wing. Licensing inquiries should be sent to and license application form obtained from: Joan Wu-Singel, TechLink, 2310 University Way, Bldg. 2-2, Bozeman, MT 59715; email: jwu- singel@montana.edu; facsimile: (406) 994-7701; telephone: 406-994-7705. TechLink is an authorized DoD partnership intermediary.

In compliance with Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Department of the Air Force announces a reinstatement of a public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. 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 information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.

In accordance with 10 U.S.C. 9355, the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) Board of Visitors (BoV) will hold a meeting in the Longworth House Office Building, Room 1310, Washington, DC on June 17, 2014 (Reference previous Federal Register Notice/Vol. 79/No. 6/published 21 Apr 14 which did not include a closing time). The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. The meeting is scheduled to close to the public at 3:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to review morale and discipline, social climate, curriculum, instruction, infrastructure, fiscal affairs, academic methods, and other matters relating to the Academy. Specific topics for this meeting include a Superintendent's Update, including a Diversity Update briefing, a Class of 2014 AFSC Composition and Class of 2018 Demographics Briefing, and a Summer Program Lineup Briefing; a Rated Accessions Briefing; an Inspector General Confidential Informant Out-brief; and a Board Recommendation Discussion. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102-3.155, one session of this meeting shall be closed to the public because it involves matters covered by subsection (c)(6) of 5 U.S.C. 552b. Public attendance at the open portions of this USAFA BoV meeting shall be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis up to the reasonable and safe capacity of the meeting room. In addition, any member of the public wishing to provide input to the USAFA BoV should submit a written statement in accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. Written statements must address the following details: The issue, discussion, and a recommended course of action. Supporting documentation may also be included as needed to establish the appropriate historical context and provide any necessary background information. Written statements can be submitted to the Designated Federal Officer (DFO) at the Air Force address detailed below at any time. However, if a written statement is not received at least 10 calendar days before the first day of the meeting which is the subject of this notice, then it may not be provided to or considered by the BoV until its next open meeting. The DFO will review all timely submissions with the BoV Chairman and ensure they are provided to members of the BoV before the meeting that is the subject of this notice. For the benefit of the public, rosters that list the names of BoV members and any releasable materials presented during the open portions of this BoV meeting shall be made available upon request. If after review of timely submitted written comments and the BoV Chairman and DFO deem appropriate, they may choose to invite the submitter of the written comments to orally present the issue during an open portion of the BoV meeting that is the subject of this notice. Members of the BoV may also petition the Chairman to allow specific personnel to make oral presentations before the BoV. In accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(d), any oral presentations before the BoV shall be in accordance with agency guidelines provided pursuant to a written invitation and this paragraph. Direct questioning of BoV members or meeting participants by the public is not permitted except with the approval of the DFO and Chairman. Contact Information: For additional information or to attend this BoV meeting, contact Maj Mark Cipolla, Accessions and Training Division, AF/A1PT, 1040 Air Force Pentagon, Washington, DC 20330, (703) 695-4066, mark.cipolla@us.af.mil.

The Department of the Air Force proposes to alter a system of records, F010 AFSPC A, entitled ``Telecommunications Notification System'' in its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. This system will provide notification, via electronic mail and telephone, for personnel recalls, real world, and exercise threat conditions.

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance, the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35).

Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended), the Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR 102-3.150, the Department of Defense announces a change in location for the Air University Board of Visitors' spring meeting (Reference previous Federal Register Notice Vol. 79, No. 50, published on 14 Mar 14). Due to unforeseen circumstances the previously announced meeting place for the scheduled meeting on April 16-17, 2014, of the Air University Board of Visitors had to be changed and, as such, the requirements of 41 CFR 102-3.150(a) cannot be met. Accordingly, the Advisory Committee Management Officer for the Department of Defense, pursuant to 41 CFR 102-3.150(b), waives the 15-calendar day notification requirement. The meeting will be held in the Georgia Technical Research Institute located at 1700 North Moore Street, Suite 1910, Arlington, VA. Pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102-3.155 all sessions of the Air University Board of Visitors' meeting will be open to the public. Any member of the public wishing to provide input to the Air University Board of Visitors should submit a written statement in accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. Written statements can be submitted to the Designated Federal Officer at the address detailed below at any time. Statements being submitted in response to the agenda mentioned in this notice must be received by the Designated Federal Officer at the address listed below at least five calendar days prior to the meeting which is the subject of this notice. Written statements received after this date may not be provided to or considered by the Air University Board of Visitors until its next meeting. The Designated Federal Officer will review all timely submissions with the Air University Board of Visitors' Board Chairperson and ensure they are provided to members of the Board before the meeting that is the subject of this notice. Additionally, any member of the public wishing to attend this meeting should contact the person listed below at least five calendar days prior to the meeting for information on base entry passes.

The Department of the Air Force proposes to alter a system of records notice, F036 AF PC M, entitled ``Officer Promotion and Appointment'' in its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. This system will be used to ensure completeness, legality, and processing of the timeliness actions required for promotion or to delay or disqualify the officer's promotion; and to remove individual's name from the promotion list.

In compliance with Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Department of the Air Force announces a proposed public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. 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 information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.

Pursuant to the provisions of Part 404 of Title 37, Code of Federal Regulations, which implements Public Law 96-517, as amended; the Department of the Air Force announces its intention to grant Compunetix, Inc., a corporation of the State of Pennsylvania, having a place of business at 2420 Mosside Boulevard, Monroeville, Pennsylvania, an exclusive license limited to the field of ground and shipboard voice communications applications and systems in any right, title and interest the Air Force has in: U.S. Patent No. 7,391,877, issued June 24, 2008, entitled ``Spatial Processor For Enhanced Performance in Multi-Talker Speech Displays,'' by Douglas S. Brungart. The Air Force intends to grant a license for the patent unless a written objection is received within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of publication of this Notice. Written objection should be sent to: Air Force Materiel Command Law Office, AFMCLO/JAZ, 2240 B Street, Rm. D-14, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433-7109; Facsimile: (937) 255-3733.

Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended), the Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR 102-3.150, the Department of Defense announces that the United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) quarterly meeting will take place on 8 April 2014 at Nellis AFB, NV and the Hyatt Place Hotel, 4520 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. The SAB will meet on 8 April 2014 from 7:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. at Nellis AFB for closed sessions and at the Hyatt Place Hotel, 4520 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. for an update on the SAB's Combating Sexual Assault study in a session open to the public. The purpose of this quarterly meeting is to review the status of the FY14 SAB studies directed by the Secretary of the Air Force: Combating sexual assault, defending forward USAF bases, nuclear command, control, & communications; and technology readiness for hypersonic vehicles. The SAB will also receive presentations from the the USAF Warfare Center, the host for the SAB's Spring Board Meeting. The SAB will review the publication status of the FY13 studies, the latest updates on the ongoing study outbriefs, as well discuss the SAB's review of Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) science and technology investments. The remaining FY14 Board schedule will also be discussed. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102-3.155, this meeting of the United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board will be partially closed to the public because it will involve information and matters covered by sections 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(1) and (2). Any member of the public wishing to attend the public session at the Hyatt Place hotel or to provide input to the United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board must contact the Designated Federal Officer at least five days prior to the meeting date. Please submit written statements in accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. Written statements can be submitted to the Designated Federal Officer at the address detailed below at any time. Statements being submitted in response to the agenda mentioned in this notice must be received by the Designated Federal Officer at the address listed below at least five calendar days prior to the meeting which is the subject of this notice. Written statements received after this date may not be provided to or considered by the United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board until its next meeting. The Designated Federal Officer will review all timely submissions with the United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board Chairperson and ensure they are provided to members of the United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board before the meeting that is the subject of this notice. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board Deputy Executive Director and Designated Federal Officer, Lt Col Derek Lincoln, 240-612-5502, United States Air Force Scientific Advisory Board, 1500 West Perimeter Road, Ste. 3300, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762, derek.m.lincoln.mil@mail.mil.

In accordance with 10 U.S.C. Section 9355, the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) Board of Visitors (BoV) will hold a meeting in Harmon Hall, United States Air Force Academy, in Colorado Springs CO on March 6-7, 2014. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to review morale and discipline, social climate, curriculum, instruction, infrastructure, fiscal affairs, academic methods, and other matters relating to the Academy. Specific topics for this meeting include a Superintendent's Update; a USAFA Non-profit Financial Support Briefing; a USAFA Curriculum Overview; a Graduate Assessment Survey Briefing; a Preparatory School Overview; a classroom visit and a tour of the Center for Innovation and Cyber Center Tour. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102-3.155, one session of this meeting shall be closed to the public because it involves matters covered by subsection (c)(6) of 5 U.S.C. 552b. Public attendance at the open portions of this USAFA BoV meeting shall be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis up to the reasonable and safe capacity of the meeting room. In addition, any member of the public wishing to provide input to the USAFA BoV should submit a written statement in accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. Written statements must address the following details: The issue, discussion, and a recommended course of action. Supporting documentation may also be included as needed to establish the appropriate historical context and provide any necessary background information. Written statements can be submitted to the Designated Federal Officer (DFO) at the Air Force address detailed below at any time. However, if a written statement is not received at least 10 calendar days before the first day of the meeting which is the subject of this notice, then it may not be provided to or considered by the BoV until its next open meeting. The DFO will review all timely submissions with the BoV Chairman and ensure they are provided to members of the BoV before the meeting that is the subject of this notice. For the benefit of the public, rosters that list the names of BoV members and any releasable materials presented during the open portions of this BoV meeting shall be made available upon request. If after review of timely submitted written comments and the BoV Chairman and DFO deem appropriate, they may choose to invite the submitter of the written comments to orally present the issue during an open portion of the BoV meeting that is the subject of this notice. Members of the BoV may also petition the Chairman to allow specific personnel to make oral presentations before the BoV. In accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(d), any oral presentations before the BoV shall be in accordance with agency guidelines provided pursuant to a written invitation and this paragraph. Direct questioning of BoV members or meeting participants by the public is not permitted except with the approval of the DFO and Chairman.

The Department of the Air Force is deleting a system of records notice in its existing inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended. The system of records notice being deleted is F036 AF DP F, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Case Record Systems.

On December 2, 2013, the United States Air Force signed the ROD for the F-35A Operational Basing Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS). The ROD states the Air Force decision to implement the Preffered Alternative to beddown 72 F-35A Primary aircraft authorized (PAA), support personnel and facilities at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The decision was based on matters discussed in the FEIS, inputs from the public and regulatory agencies, and other relevant factors. The FEIS was made available to the public on October 4, 2013 through a NOA in the Federal Register (Volume 78, Number 193, Page 61845) with a wait period that ended on November 4 2013. The ROD documents only the decision of the Air Force with respect to the proposed Air Force actions analyzed in the FEIS. Authority: This NOA is published pursuant to the regulations (40 CFR 1506.6) implementing the provisions of the NEPA of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321, et seq.) and the Air Force's Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP) (32 CFR 989.21(b) and 989.24(b)(7)) FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Nicholas Germanos, ACC/A7NS, 129 Andrews St., Suite 332, Langley AFB, VA 23665, ph: 757-764-9334.

In accordance with 10 U.S.C. 9355, the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) Board of Visitors (BoV) will hold a meeting in the Longworth House Office Building, Room 1310 in Washington, DC, on January 14, 2014. The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to review morale and discipline, social climate, curriculum, instruction, infrastructure, fiscal affairs, academic methods, and other matters relating to the Academy. Specific topics for this meeting include a Superintendent's Update; an Honor Oath discussion; OSI Confidential Informants discussion; an USAFA Personnel Hiring Process discussion; and one closed session to discuss Status of Discipline/ Investigations. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR 102-3.155, one session of this meeting shall be closed to the public because they involve matters covered by subsection (c)(6) of 5 U.S.C. 552b. Public attendance at the open portions of this USAFA BoV meeting shall be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis up to the reasonable and safe capacity of the meeting room. In addition, any member of the public wishing to provide input to the USAFA BoV should submit a written statement in accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. Written statements must address the following details: The issue, discussion, and a recommended course of action. Supporting documentation may also be included as needed to establish the appropriate historical context and provide any necessary background information. Written statements can be submitted to the Designated Federal Officer (DFO) at the Air Force address detailed below at any time. However, if a written statement is not received at least 10 calendar days before the first day of the meeting which is the subject of this notice, then it may not be provided to or considered by the BoV until its next open meeting. The DFO will review all timely submissions with the BoV Chairman and ensure they are provided to members of the BoV before the meeting that is the subject of this notice. For the benefit of the public, rosters that list the names of BoV members and any releasable materials presented during the open portions of this BoV meeting shall be made available upon request. If after review of timely submitted written comments and the BoV Chairman and DFO deem appropriate, they may choose to invite the submitter of the written comments to orally present the issue during an open portion of the BoV meeting that is the subject of this notice. Members of the BoV may also petition the Chairman to allow specific personnel to make oral presentations before the BoV. In accordance with 41 CFR 102-3.140(d), any oral presentations before the BoV shall be in accordance with agency guidelines provided pursuant to a written invitation and this paragraph. Direct questioning of BoV members or meeting participants by the public is not permitted except with the approval of the DFO and Chairman. Contact Information: For additional information or to attend this BoV meeting, contact Maj Mark Cipolla, Accessions and Training Division, AF/A1PT, 1040 Air Force Pentagon, Washington, DC 20330, (703) 695-4066.

Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended), the Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR Sec. 102-3.150, the Department of Defense announces that the United States Air Force (USAF) Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) meeting will take place on 7 January 2014 at the Secretary of the Air Force Technical and Analytical Support Conference Center, 1550 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202. The meeting will be from 7:30 a.m.-4:45 p.m. on Tuesday, 7 January 2014. The sessions from 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Tuesday, 7 January 2014, will be open to the public. The purpose of this Air Force Scientific Advisory Board quarterly meeting is to formally kick off the FY14 SAB studies: Defense of USAF Forward Bases; Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications; Technology Readiness for Hypersonic Vehicles; and Combating Sexual Assault. In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended, and 41 CFR Sec. 102-3.155, some sessions of the USAF Scientific Advisory Board meeting will be closed to the public because they will discuss information and matters covered by section 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(1) and (2). Any member of the public wishing to attend this meeting or provide input to the USAF Scientific Advisory Board must contact the Designated Federal Officer at the address detailed below at least five days prior to the meeting date. Submit a written statement in accordance with 41 CFR Sec. 102-3.140(c) and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the procedures described in this paragraph. Statements being submitted in response to the agenda mentioned in this notice must be received by the Designated Federal Officer at the address listed below at least five calendar days prior to the meeting which is the subject of this notice. Written statements received after this date may not be provided to or considered by the USAF Scientific Advisory Board until its next meeting. The Designated Federal Officer will review all timely submissions with the USAF Scientific Advisory Board Chairperson and ensure they are provided to members of the USAF Scientific Advisory Board before the meeting that is the subject of this notice.

The Department of the Air Force proposes to alter a system of records notice, F024 AF IL C, entitled ``Motor Vehicle Operators' Records'', in its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. This system will be used to create and maintain records of motor vehicle operators and licenses. In addition, records are created and maintained on Air Force personnel required to drive government owned or leased vehicles that exceed 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight and are used for emergency response and/or are equipped with four-wheel-drive. The data is used to create a printed vehicle operator identification card.

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance, the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35).

Notice is given of the names of members of the Performance Review Board for the Department of the Air Force.

The Department of the Air Force proposes to alter a system of records notice in its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

In compliance with Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Department of the Air Force announces a proposed public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. 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 information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.