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Code · REGISTER · 2006-03-10 · Coast Guard, DHS · Notices

Notices. Request for comments

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BILLING CODE 4410-10-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard [USCG-2005-23285] Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management and Budget: OMB Control Number 1625-0048 AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. ACTION: Request for comments. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this request for comments announces that the Coast Guard has forwarded one Information Collection Request (ICR), abstracted below, to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs
(OIRA)of the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)for review and comment. The ICR is 1625-0048, Vessel Reporting Requirements. The ICR describes information we seek to collect from the public. Review and comment by OIRA ensures that we impose only paperwork burdens commensurate with our performance of duties. DATES: Please submit comments on or before April 10, 2006. ADDRESSES: To make sure that your comments and related material do not reach the docket [USCG-2005-23285] or OIRA more than once, please submit them by only one of the following means: (1)(a) By mail to the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), room PL-401, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001.
(b)By mail to OIRA, 725 17th St., NW., Washington, DC 20503, to the attention of the Desk Officer for the Coast Guard. (2)(a) By delivery to room PL-401 at the address given in paragraph (1)(a) above, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The telephone number is
(202)366-9329.
(b)By delivery to OIRA, at the address given in paragraph (1)(b) above, to the attention of the Desk Officer for the Coast Guard.
(3)By fax to
(a)the Facility at
(202)493-2298 and
(b)OIRA at
(202)395-6566, or e-mail to OIRA at *oira-docket@omb.eop.gov* attention: Desk Officer for the Coast Guard. (4)(a) Electronically through the Web Site for the Docket Management System
(DMS)at *http://dms.dot.gov.*
(b)OIRA does not have a Web site on which you can post your comments. The Docket Management Facility maintains the public docket for this notice. Comments and material received from the public, as well as documents mentioned in this notice as being available in the docket, will become part of this docket and will be available for inspection or copying at room PL-401 on the Plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. You may also find this docket on the Internet at *http://dms.dot.gov.* Copies of the complete ICR is available through this docket on the Internet at *http://dms.dot.gov* , and also from Commandant (CG-611), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, room 1236 (Attn: Mr. Arthur Requina), 1900 Half Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001. The telephone number is
(202)475-3523. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Arthur Requina, Office of Information Management, telephone
(202)475-3523 or fax
(202)475-3929, for questions on these documents; or telephone Ms. Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, 202-493-0402, for questions on the docket. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Coast Guard invites comments on the proposed collection of information to determine whether the collection is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Department. In particular, the Coast Guard would appreciate comments addressing:
(1)The practical utility of the collection;
(2)the accuracy of the estimated burden of the collection;
(3)ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information that is the subject of the collection; and
(4)ways to minimize the burden of collections on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Comments to DMS or OIRA must contain the OMB Control Number of the ICR addressed. Comments to DMS must contain the docket number of this request, [USCG 2005-23285]. For your comments to OIRA to be considered, it is best if OIRA receives them on or before the April 10, 2006. *Public participation and request for comments:* We encourage you to respond to this request for comments by submitting comments and related materials. We will post all comments received, without change, to *http://dms.dot.gov* , and they will include any personal information you have provided. We have an agreement with DOT to use their Docket Management Facility. Please see the paragraph on DOT's “Privacy Act Policy” below. *Submitting comments:* If you submit a comment, please include your name and address, identify the docket number for this request for comment [USCG-2005-23285], indicate the specific section of this document or the ICR to which each comment applies, and give the reason for each comment. You may submit your comments and material by electronic means, mail, fax, or delivery to the Docket Management Facility at the address under ADDRESSES, but please submit them by only one means. If you submit them by mail or delivery, submit them in an unbound format, no larger than 8- 1/2 by 11 inches, suitable for copying and electronic filing. If you submit them by mail and would like to know that they reached the Facility, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard or envelope. The Coast Guard and OIRA will consider all comments and material received during the comment period. We may change the documents supporting this collection of information or even the underlying requirements in view of them. *Viewing comments and documents:* To view comments, as well as documents mentioned in this notice as being available in the docket, go to *http://dms.dot.gov* at any time and conduct a simple search using the docket number. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in room PL-401 on the Plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. *Privacy Act:* Anyone can search the electronic form of all comments received in dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review the Privacy Act Statement of DOT in the **Federal Register** published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477), or you may visit *http://dms.dot.gov.* Previous Request for Comments This request provides a 30-day comment period required by OIRA. The Coast Guard has already published the 60-day notice (70 FR 76319, December 23, 2005) required by 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2). That notice elicited no comment. Information Collection Request *Title:* Vessel Reporting Requirements. *OMB Control Number:* 1625-0048. *Type of Request:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Affected Public:* Owners, charterers, managing operators, or agents of a vessel of the United States. *Forms:* No forms associated with this collection. *Abstract:* The information obtained from these reports will be used by the Coast Guard to determine if the vessel reported on is in distress and if so, to take action to provide needed assistance. These reports
(a)Increase the likelihood of timely assistance to vessels in distress, especially those that cannot communicate their distress to the vessel's owner or others in a position to help, and
(b)to place a burden of responsibility upon the owner, charterer, managing operator or agent for the safety of the vessels. This is of the utmost importance since these persons are often the only ones with knowledge of the vessels' intended movements. *Burden Estimate:* The estimated burden remains 137 hours a year. Dated: March 2, 2006. R.T. Hewitt, Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Assistant Commandant for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Information Technology. [FR Doc. E6-3413 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-15-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard [USCG-2006-24068] Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management and Budget: OMB Control Number 1625-0003 AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. ACTION: Request for comments. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the U.S. Coast Guard intends to seek the approval of OMB for the renewal of one Information Collection Request (ICR). The ICR is 1625-0003, Coast Guard Boating Accident Report Form (CG-3865). Before submitting the ICR to OMB, the Coast Guard is inviting comments on it as described below. DATES: Comments must reach the Coast Guard on or before May 9, 2006. ADDRESSES: To make sure that your comments and related material do not enter the docket [USCG-2006-24068] more than once, please submit them by only one of the following means:
(1)By mail to the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), room PL-401, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001.
(2)By delivery to room PL-401 on the Plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The telephone number is 202-366-9329.
(3)By fax to the Docket Management Facility at 202-493-2251.
(4)Electronically through the Web site for the Docket Management System at *http://dms.dot.gov.* The Docket Management Facility maintains the public docket for this notice. Comments and material received from the public, as well as documents mentioned in this notice as being available in the docket, will become part of this docket and will be available for inspection or copying at room PL-401 on the Plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. You may also find this docket on the Internet at *http://dms.dot.gov.* Copies of the complete ICR are available through this docket on the Internet at *http://dms.dot.gov,* and also from Commandant (CG-611), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, (Attn: Mr. Arthur Requina), 1900 Half Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001. The telephone number is 202-475-3523. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Arthur Requina, Office of Information Management, telephone 202-475-3523, or fax 202-475-3929, for questions on these documents; or telephone Ms. Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, 202-493-0402, for questions on the docket. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Public Participation and Request for Comments We encourage you to respond to this request for comments by submitting comments and related materials. We will post all comments received, without change, to *http://dms.dot.gov;* they will include any personal information you have provided. We have an agreement with DOT to use the Docket Management Facility. Please see the paragraph on DOT's “Privacy Act Policy” below. *Submitting comments:* If you submit a comment, please include your name and address, identify the docket number [USCG-2006-24068], indicate the specific section of the document to which each comment applies, and give the reason for each comment. You may submit your comments and material by electronic means, mail, fax, or delivery to the Docket Management Facility at the address under ADDRESSES ; but please submit them by only one means. If you submit them by mail or delivery, submit them in an unbound format, no larger than 8 1/2 by 11 inches, suitable for copying and electronic filing. If you submit them by mail and would like to know that they reached the Facility, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard or envelope. We will consider all comments and material received during the comment period. We may change the documents supporting this collection of information or even the underlying requirements in view of them. *Viewing comments and documents:* To view comments, as well as documents mentioned in this notice as being available in the docket, go to *http://dms.dot.gov* at any time and conduct a simple search using the docket number. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in room PL-401 on the Plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. *Privacy Act:* Anyone can search the electronic form of all comments received in dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review the Privacy Act Statement of DOT in the **Federal Register** published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477), or you may visit *http://dms.dot.gov.* Information Collection Request *Title:* Coast Guard Boating Accident Report Form (CG-3865). *OMB Control Number:* 1625-0003. *Summary:* Under the authority of Title 46 U.S.C., including 46 U.S.C. 6102 and 6307, the Coast Guard has been delegated the responsibility to collect, analyze, and annually publish statistical information obtained from recreational boat numbering and casualty reporting systems. *Need:* The information collected from this report (CG-3865; OMB Number 1625-0003) is required to help the Coast Guard identify possible manufacturers' defects in boats or equipment, develop boat-manufacturing standards, formulate rules on safety, support programs in boating-safety education and awareness, and publish accident statistics. *Respondents:* Operators of recreational vessels involved in accidents. *Frequency:* On occasion. *Burden Estimate:* The estimated burden has decreased from 3,250 hours to 2,500 hours a year. Dated: March 2, 2006. R.T. Hewitt, Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Assistant Commandant for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Information Technology. [FR Doc. E6-3414 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-15-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard [USCG-2006-24051] National Boating Safety Advisory Council AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. ACTION: Notice of meetings. SUMMARY: The National Boating Safety Advisory Council (NBSAC) and its subcommittees on boats and associated equipment, aftermarket marine equipment, and prevention through people will meet to discuss various issues relating to recreational boating safety. All meetings will be open to the public. DATES: NBSAC will meet on Saturday, April 1, 2006, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon, and on Tuesday, April 4, 2006, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Boats and Associated Equipment Subcommittee will meet on Saturday, April 1, 2006, from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Prevention Through People Subcommittee will meet on Sunday, April 2, 2006, from 8:30 p.m. to 12 noon. The Recreational Boating Safety Strategic Planning Subcommittee will meet on Sunday, April 2, 2006, from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. These meetings may close early if all business is finished. On Sunday, April 2, the second subcommittee meeting may start earlier if the preceding subcommittee meeting has closed early. Written material and requests to make oral presentations should reach the Coast Guard on or before Thursday, March 16, 2006. Requests to have a copy of your material distributed to each member of the Council or subcommittees in advance of the meeting should reach the Coast Guard on or before Monday, March 13, 2006. ADDRESSES: NBSAC will meet at the Hampton Inn Las Vegas-Tropicana, 4975 Dean Martin Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89118-1655. The subcommittee meetings will be held at the same address. Send written material and requests to make oral presentations to Ms. Jeanne Timmons, Executive Director of NBSAC, Commandant (G-PCB), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001. This notice is available on the Internet at *http://dms.dot.gov* or at the Web site for the Office of Boating Safety at URL address *http://www.uscgboating.org.* FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Jeanne Timmons, Executive Director of NBSAC, telephone 202-267-1077, fax 202-267-4285. You may obtain a copy of this notice by calling the U. S. Coast Guard Infoline at 1-800-368-5647. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of these meetings is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. 2. Tentative Agendas of Meetings *National Boating Safety Advisory Council (NBSAC).* The agenda includes the following:
(1)Remarks—Rear Admiral Craig E. Bone, Director of Inspections and Compliance, and Council Sponsor.
(2)Chief, Office of Boating Safety Update on NBSAC Resolutions and Recreational Boating Safety Program report.
(3)Executive Director's report.
(4)Recreational Boating Safety Program Goal Setting Project.
(5)Chairman's session.
(6)Report from TSAC Liaison.
(7)Report from NAVSAC Liaison.
(8)Coast Guard Auxiliary report.
(9)National Association of State Boating Law Administrators Report.
(10)Wallop-Breaux funding update.
(11)Update on development of Vessel Identification System.
(12)Report on future boating studies.
(13)Boats and Associated Equipment Subcommittee report.
(14)Prevention Through People Subcommittee report.
(15)Recreational Boating Safety Strategic Planning Subcommittee report. *Prevention Through People Subcommittee.* The agenda includes the following: Discuss current projects, grants, contracts and new issues impacting prevention through people. *Boats and Associated Equipment Subcommittee.* The agenda includes the following: Discuss current projects, grants, contracts and new issues impacting boats and associated equipment. *Recreational Boating Safety Strategic Planning Subcommittee.* The agenda includes the following: Discuss current projects, grants, contracts and new issues impacting Recreational Boating Safety Strategic Planning. Procedural All meetings are open to the public. At the Chairs' discretion, members of the public may make oral presentations during the meetings. If you would like to make an oral presentation at a meeting, please notify the Executive Director of your request no later than Thursday, March 16, 2006. Written material for distribution at a meeting should reach the Coast Guard no later than Thursday, March 16, 2006. If you would like a copy of your material distributed to each member of the committee or subcommittee in advance of a meeting, please submit 25 copies to the Executive Director no later than Monday, March 13, 2006. Information on Services for Individuals With Disabilities For information on facilities or services for individuals with disabilities or to request special assistance at the meetings, contact the Executive Director as soon as possible. Dated: March 3, 2006. C. E. Bone, Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Director of Inspection and Compliance. [FR Doc. E6-3408 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-15-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Application to Use Automated Commercial Environment
(ACE)AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Application to Use the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Application to Use the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). *OMB Number:* 1651-0105. *Form Number:* N/A. *Abstract:* CBP collects basic information from companies participating in ACE pilots in order to establish an account structure for each company. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Affected Public:* Businesses. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 1,100. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 2 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 33. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3379 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Application/Permit/Special License, Unlading/Lading Overtime Service ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection
(CBP)invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Application/Permit/Special License, Unlading/Lading Overtime Service. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Branch, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Application/Permit/Special License, Unlading/Lading Overtime Service. *OMB Number:* 1651-0005. *Form Number:* Form CBP-3171. *Abstract:* Form CBP-3171, is used by commercial carriers and importers as a request for permission to unlade imported merchandise, baggage, or passengers and for overtime services of CBP officers in connection with lading or unlading of merchandise, or the entry or clearance of a vessel, including the boarding of a vessel for preliminary supplies, ship's stores, sea stores, or equipment. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Businesses, Individuals, Institutions. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 399,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 8 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 51,870. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 7, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Group. [FR Doc. E6-3380 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Free Admittance Under Conditions of Emergency AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Free Admittance Under Conditions of Emergency. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Free Admittance Under Conditions of Emergency. *OMB Number:* 1651-0044. *Form Number:* N/A. *Abstract:* This collection of information will be used in the event of emergency or catastrophic event to monitor goods temporarily admitted for the purpose of rescue or relief. Current Actions: There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Nonprofit Assistance Organizations. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 1. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 1 minute. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 1. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3381 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Foreign Assembler's Declaration (with Endorsement by Importer) ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection
(CBP)invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Foreign Assembler's Declaration (with Endorsement by Importer). This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Foreign Assembler's Declaration (with Endorsement by Importer). *OMB Number:* 1651-0031. *Form Number:* N/A. *Abstract:* The Foreign Assembler's Declaration with Importer's Endorsement is used by CBP to substantiate a claim for duty free treatment of U.S. fabricated components sent abroad for assembly and subsequently returned to the United States. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Businesses, Individuals. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 2,730. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 50 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 302,402. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3382 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Application and Approval To Manipulate, Examine, Sample, or Transfer Goods AGENCY: Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Application and Approval to Manipulate, Examine, Sample, or Transfer Goods. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Tracey Denning, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)the annual costs burden to respondents or record keepers from the collection of information (a total capital/startup costs and operations and maintenance costs). The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the CBP request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Application & Approval to Manipulate, Examine, Sample, or Transfer Goods. *OMB Number:* 1651-0006. *Form Number:* CBP Form-3499. *Abstract:* CBP Form-3499 is prepared by importers or consignees as an application to request examination, sampling, or transfer of merchandise under CBP supervision. This form is also an application for the manipulation of merchandise in a bonded warehouse and abandonment or destruction of merchandise. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit institutions and individuals. *Estimated Number of Responses:* 151,140. *Estimated Time Per Response:* 6 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 15,114. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3383 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Agency Information Collection Activities: Country of Origin Marking Requirements for Containers or Holders AGENCY: Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Proposed collection; comments requested. SUMMARY: The Bureau of Customs and Border Protection
(CBP)of the Department of Homeland Security has submitted the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995: Country of Origin Marking Requirement for Containers or Holders. This is a proposed extension of an information collection that was previously approved. CBP is proposing that this information collection be extended without a change to the burden hours. This document is published to obtain comments form the public and affected agencies. This proposed information collection was previously published in the **Federal Register** (70 FR 58459) on October 6, 2005, allowing for a 60-day comment period. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments. This process is conducted in accordance with 5 CFR 1320.10. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before April 10, 2006. ADDRESSES: Written comments and/or suggestions regarding the items contained in this notice, especially the estimated public burden and associated response time, should be directed to the Office of Management and Budget, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Attention: Department of Homeland Security Desk Officer, Washington, DC 20503. Additionally comments may be submitted to OMB via facsimile to
(202)395-7285. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Bureau of Customs and Border Protection
(CBP)encourages the general public and affected Federal agencies to submit written comments and suggestions on proposed and/or continuing information collection requests pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L.104-13). Your comments should address one of the following four points:
(1)Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the Proper performance of the functions of the agency/component, including whether the information will have practical utility;
(2)Evaluate the accuracy of the agencies/components estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used;
(3)Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and Minimize the burden of the collections of information on those who are to respond, including the use of appropriate automated,
(4)electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. *Title:* Country of Origin Marking Requirements for Containers or Holders. *OMB Number:* 1651-0057. *Form Number:* N/A. *Abstract:* Containers or Holders imported into the United States destined for an ultimate purchaser must be marked with the English name of the country of origin at the time of importation into Customs territory. *Current Actions:* This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit institutions. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 10,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 15 seconds. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 41. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. If additional information is required contact: Tracey Denning, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Room 3.2.C, Washington, DC 20229, at 202-344-1429. Dated: March 2, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3384 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Petroleum Refineries in Foreign Trade Subzones AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning Petroleum Refineries in Foreign Trade Subzones. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Petroleum Refineries in Foreign Trade Subzones. *OMB Number:* 1651-0063. *Form Number:* None. *Abstract:* The Petroleum Refineries in Foreign Trade Subzones is a rule that amended the regulations by adding special procedures and requirements governing the operations of crude petroleum and refineries approved as foreign trade zones. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 18. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 732. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 13,176. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Group. [FR Doc. E6-3385 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; General Declaration (Outward/Inward) AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the General Declaration (Outward/Inward). This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the CBP request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* General Declaration (Outward/Inward). *OMB Number:* 1651-0002. *Form Number:* Form CBP-7507. *Abstract:* Form CBP-7507 allows the agent or pilot to make entry or exit of the aircraft, as required by statute. The form is used to document clearance by the arriving aircraft at the required inspectional facilities and inspections by appropriate regulatory agency staffs. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit institutions. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 1,000,000. *Estimated Time Per Response:* 5 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 83,333. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3386 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Importers ID Input Record AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Importers ID Input Record. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Importers ID Input Record. *OMB Number:* 1651-0064. *Form Number:* CBP Form 5106. *Abstract:* This document is filed with the first formal entry which is submitted or the first request for services that will result in the issuance of a bill or a refund check upon adjustment of a cash collection. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Businesses/Institutions. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 500. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 12 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 100. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3387 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Application for Identification/Smart Card AGENCY: Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: The Department of Homeland Security, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Application for Identification/Smart Card. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Attn.: Tracey Denning, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Room 3.2C, Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Room 3.2C, Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the CBP request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: relevant. *Title:* Application for Identification/Smart Card. *OMB Number:* 1651-0008. *Form Number:* CBP Form-3078. *Abstract:* CBP Form 3078 is used by licensed Cartmen, Lightermen, Warehousemen, brokerage firms, foreign trade zones, container station operators, their employees, and employees requiring access to CBP secure areas to apply for an identification card so that they may legally handle merchandise which is in CBP custody. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit institutions. *Estimated Number of Responses:* 46,050. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 13 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 9,962. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 7, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Group. [FR Doc. E6-3388 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Crew Members Declaration AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Crew Members Declaration. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Crew Members Declaration. *OMB Number:* 1651-0021. *Form Number:* Form 5129. *Abstract:* This document is used to accept and record importations of merchandise by crewmembers, and to enforce agricultural quarantines, the currency reporting laws, and the revenue collection laws. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Individuals. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 5,968,351. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 3 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 298,418. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3389 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Application for Exemption from Special Landing Requirements (Overflight) AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Application for Exemption from Special Landing Requirements (Overflight). This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the CBP request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Application for Exemption from Special Landing Requirements (Overflight). *OMB Number:* 1651-0087. *Form Number:* CBP Forms 442 and 442A. *Abstract:* CBP Forms 442 and 442A are used by private flyers to obtain a waiver for landing requirements and normal CBP processing at designated airports along the southern border. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Individuals. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 760, 655. *Estimated Time Per Response:* 3 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 13,266. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 2, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3390 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request Cargo Container and Road Vehicle Certification for Transport under Customs Seal AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Cargo Container and Road Vehicle Certification For Transport Under Customs Seal. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Attn.: Tracey Denning, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Room 3.2C, Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Room 3.2C, Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the CBP request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Cargo Container and Road Vehicle Certification for Transport Under Customs Seal. *OMB Number:* 1651-0124. *Form Number:* N/A. *Abstract:* This information collection is used in a voluntary program to receive internationally-recognized CBP certification that intermodel container/road vehicles meet construction requirements of international Customs conventions. Such certification facilitates International trade by reducing intermediate international controls. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit institutions. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 3,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 3.5 hours. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 10,600. *Estimated Annualized Cost to the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Group. [FR Doc. E6-3391 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Customs Declaration (Form 6059B) AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Customs Declaration. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Rm 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the CBP request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Customs Declaration. *OMB Number:* 1651-0009. *Form Number:* CBP Form 6059B. *Abstract:* The Customs Declaration, CBP Form 6059B, requires basic information to facilitate the clearance of persons and goods arriving in the United States and helps CBP officers determine if any duties of taxes are due. The form is also used for the enforcement of CBP and other agencies laws and regulations. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Traveling public. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 60,000,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 4 minutes and 5 seconds. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 4,038,000. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3392 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Declaration of Free Entry of Returned American Products AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Declaration of Free entry of Returned American Products. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Declaration of Free entry of Returned American Products. *OMB Number:* 1651-0011. *Form Number:* CBP Form-3311. *Abstract:* This collection of information is used as a supporting documentation to substantiate a claim for duty free status for returning American products. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Businesses, Individuals. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 12,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 3.5 hours. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 51,000. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3396 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Lien Notice AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Lien Notice (CBP Form-3485). This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Attn.: Tracey Denning, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Room 3.2C, Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Dennng, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Room 3.2C, Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in CBP's request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document the CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Lien Notice. *OMB Number:* 1651-0012. *Form Number:* CBP Form-3485. *Abstract:* The Lien Notice, CBP Form-3485, enables the carriers, cartmen, and similar businesses to notify CBP that a lien exists against an individual/business for non-payment of freight charges, etc., so that CBP will not permit delivery of the merchandise from public stores or a bonded warehouse until the lien is satisfied or discharged. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Individuals, Businesses. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 112,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 5 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 9,296. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Group. [FR Doc. E6-3398 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs And Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Declaration for Free Entry of Unaccompanied Articles AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Declaration for Free Entry of Unaccompanied Articles. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Declaration for Free Entry of Unaccompanied Articles. *OMB Number:* 1651-0014. *Form Number:* Form-3299. *Abstract:* The Declaration for Free Entry of Unaccompanied Articles, Form 3299, is prepared by the individual or the broker acting as agent for the individual, or in some cases, the CBP officer. It serves as a declaration for duty-free entry of merchandise under one of the applicable provisions of the tariff schedule. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Businesses, Individuals, Institutions. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 10,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 10 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 25,000. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3399 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Certificate of Registration AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Certificate of Registration. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to the Border of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Certificate of Registration. *OMB Number:* 1651-0010. *Form Number:* Forms 4455 and 4457. *Abstract:* The Certificate of Registration is used to expedite free entry or entry at a reduced rate on foreign made personal articles that are taken abroad. The articles are dutiable each time they are brought into the United States unless there is acceptable proof of prior possession. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Individuals, Travelers. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 200,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 3 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 10,000. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Branch. [FR Doc. E6-3400 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Bureau of Customs and Border Protection Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Exportation of Used Self-Propelled Vehicles AGENCY: Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on an information collection requirement concerning the Exportation of Used Self-Propelled Vehicles. This request for comment is being made pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before May 9, 2006, to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Information Services Group, Room 3.2.C, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information should be directed to Customs and Border Protection, Attn.: Tracey Denning, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Room 3.2.C, Washington, DC 20229, Tel.
(202)344-1429. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: CBP invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C. 3505(c)(2)). The comments should address:
(a)Whether the 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 estimates 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 including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and
(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operations, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. The comments that are submitted will be summarized and included in the CBP request for Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. In this document CBP is soliciting comments concerning the following information collection: *Title:* Exportation of Used-Propelled Vehicles. *OMB Number:* 1651-0054. *Form Number:* None. *Abstract:* The Exportation of Used-Propelled Vehicles requires the submission of documents verifying vehicle ownership of exporters for exportation of vehicles in the United States. *Current Actions:* There are no changes to the information collection. This submission is being submitted to extend the expiration date. *Type of Review:* Extension (without change). *Affected Public:* Individuals, Businesses. *Estimated Number of Responses:* 750,000. *Estimated Time Per Response:* 10 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 125,000. *Estimated Total Annualized Cost on the Public:* N/A. Dated: March 1, 2006. Tracey Denning, Agency Clearance Officer, Information Services Group. [FR Doc. E6-3401 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111-14-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Federal Emergency Management Agency Open Meeting, Board of Visitors for the National Fire Academy AGENCY: U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice of open meeting. SUMMARY: In accordance with section 10
(2)of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. 2, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announces the following committee meeting: *Name:* Board of Visitors
(BOV)for the National Fire Academy. *Dates of Meeting:* April 4-5, 2006. *Place:* Building H, Room 300, National Emergency Training Center, Emmitsburg, Maryland. *Time:* April 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and April 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. *Proposed Agenda:* Review National Fire Academy Program Activities. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The meeting will be open to the public in the Emmitsburg commuting area with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Members of the general public who plan to participate in the meeting should contact the Office of the Superintendent, National Fire Academy, U.S. Fire Administration, 16825 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727,
(301)447-1117, on or before March 29, 2006. Minutes of the meeting will be prepared and will be available for public viewing in the Office of the U.S. Fire Administrator, U.S. Fire Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727. Copies of the minutes will be available upon request within 60 days after the meeting. The National Fire Academy Board of Visitors is administered by the United States Fire Administration, which is currently being transferred to the newly created Preparedness Directorate of the Department of Homeland Security. During this transition FEMA, also part of the Department of Homeland Security, will continue to support this program as the new Directorate stands up. Ultimately this function will be transferred to the Preparedness Directorate. Dated: March 2, 2006. Charlie Dickinson, Deputy U.S. Fire Administrator. [FR Doc. E6-3375 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110-17-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Transportation Security Administration Extension Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: Employment Standards AGENCY: Transportation Security Administration (TSA), DHS. ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: This notice announces that TSA has forwarded the Information Collection Request
(ICR)abstracted below to the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)for review and approval of an extension of the currently approved collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The ICR describes the nature of the information collection and its expected burden. TSA published a **Federal Register** notice, with a 60-day comment period soliciting comments, of the following collection of information on December 16, 2005, 70 FR 74838. DATES: Send your comments by April 10, 2006. A comment to OMB is most effective if OMB receives it within 30 days of publication. ADDRESSES: Comments may be faxed to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, Attention: DHS-TSA Desk Officer, at
(202)395-5806. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Katrina Wawer, Attorney-Advisor, Office of Chief Counsel, TSA-02, Transportation Security Administration, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), an agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to a collection of information, unless it displays a valid OMB control number. Therefore, in preparation for OMB review and approval of the following information collection, TSA is soliciting comments to—
(1)Evaluate whether the proposed information requirement is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility;
(2)Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden;
(3)Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and
(4)Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including using appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Information Collection Requirement *Title:* Employment Standards, 49 CFR parts 1542 and 1544. *Type of Request:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *OMB Control Number:* 1652-0006. *Forms(s):* NA. *Affected Public:* Airport and aircraft operators regulated under 49 CFR parts 1542 and 1544. *Abstract:* Airport operators maintain records of compliance with part 1542 for those employees with access privileges to secure areas of the airport. Aircraft operators maintain records of compliance with part 1544 for selected crew and security employees. TSA civil aviation security inspectors review these records to ensure that the safety and security of the public is not compromised, to include using this information to take corrective action when necessary. *Number of Respondents:* 1405. *Estimated Annual Burden Hours:* An estimated 183,506 hours annually. The burden hour estimate reported in TSA's December 16, 2005 notice has been revised in light of the increased number of operators regulated under these parts. Issued in Arlington, Virginia, on March 3, 2006. Lisa S. Dean, Privacy Officer. [FR Doc. E6-3417 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-62-P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Citizenship and Immigration Services Agency Information Collection Activities: Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection; Comment Request ACTION: 60-Day Notice of Information Collection Under Review; Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization; Form N-470. OMB Control No. 1615-0056. The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has submitted the following information collection request for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The information collection is published to obtain comments from the public and affected agencies. Comments are encouraged and will be accepted for sixty days until May 9, 2006. Written comments and/or suggestions regarding the item(s) contained in this notice, especially regarding the estimated public burden and associated response time, should be directed to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), USCIS, Director, Regulatory Management Division, Clearance Office, 111 Massachusetts Avenue, 3rd floor, Washington, DC 20529. Comments may also be submitted to DHS via facsimile to 202-272-8352 or via e-mail at *rfs.regs@dhs.gov.* When submitting comments by e-mail please make sure to add OMB Control Number 1615-0056 in the subject box. Written comments and suggestions from the public and affected agencies should address one or more of the following four points:
(1)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;
(2)Evaluate the accuracy of the agencies estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used;
(3)Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and
(4)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 submission of responses. *Overview of this information collection:*
(1)*Type of Information Collection: Extension of currently approved collection.*
(2)*Title of the Form/Collection:* Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization.
(3)*Agency form number, if any, and the applicable component of the Department of Homeland Security sponsoring the collection:* Form N-470. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
(4)*Affected public who will be asked or required to respond, as well as a brief abstract: Primary:* Individuals or households. The information furnished on this form will be used to determine whether an alien who intends to be absent from the United States for a period of one year or more is eligible to preserve residence for naturalization purposes.
(5)*An estimate of the total number of respondents and the amount of time estimated for an average respondent to respond:* 375 responses at 1 hour per response.
(6)*An estimate of the total public burden (in hours) associated with the collection:* 375 annual burden hours. If you have additional comments, suggestions, or need a copy of the proposed information collection instrument with instructions, or additional information, please visit the USCIS Web site at *http://uscis.gov/graphics/formsfee/forms/pra/index.htm.* If additional information is required contact: USCIS, Regulatory Management Division, 111 Massachusetts Avenue, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20529,
(202)292-8377. Dated: March 6, 2006. Richard A. Sloan, Director, Regulatory Management Division, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of Homeland Security. [FR Doc. 06-2263 Filed 3-9-06; 8:45am]
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