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BILLING CODE 8120-08-P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Maritime Administration [Docket No. MARAD 2006 24771] Information Collection Available for Public Comments and Recommendations ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Maritime Administration's (MARAD's) intention to request extension of approval for three years of a currently approved information collection. DATES: Comments should be submitted on or before July 17, 2006.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: James Zok, Maritime Administration (MAR-500), 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Telephone: 202-366-0364, Fax: 202-366-9580, or e-mail: *jim.zok@dot.gov.* Copies of this collection can also be obtained from that office. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Title of Collection:* Customer Service Survey. *Type of Request:* Extension of currently approved information collection. *OMB Control Number:* 2133-0528. *Form Numbers:* MA-1016, MA-1017, MA-1021 and MA-1038. *Expiration Date of Approval:* Three years from date of approval. *Summary of Collection of Information:* Executive Order 12862 requires agencies to survey customers to determine the kind and quality of services they want and the level of satisfaction with existing services.

This collection provides the instruments used to collect the information regarding MARAD programs and services. *Need and Use of the Information:* Responses to the Customer Service Questionnaire (Form MA-1016) are needed to obtain prompt customer feedback on the quality of specific services/products provided to the customer by MARAD. Responses to the Program Performance Survey (Form MA-1017) and U.S. Merchant Marine Program Performance Survey (Form MA-1038) are needed to obtain customers' views on MARAD's major programs and activities with which the customers were involved during the preceding year.

Responses to the Conference/Exhibit Survey (Form MA-1021) will be used to obtain prompt responses from attendees at MARAD-sponsored conferences, exhibits and other maritime industry events. *Description of Respondents:* Individuals receiving goods and services from MARAD. *Annual Responses:* 6,650 responses. *Annual Burden:* 256 hours. *Comments:* Comments should refer to the docket number that appears at the top of this document. Written comments may be submitted to the Docket Clerk, U.S.

DOT Dockets, Room PL-401, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Comments may also be submitted by electronic means via the Internet at *http://dmses.dot.gov/submit.* Specifically address whether this information collection is necessary for proper performance of the functions of the agency and will have practical utility, accuracy of the burden estimates, ways to minimize this burden, and ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected.

All comments received will be available for examination at the above address between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. *EDT (or EST),* Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays. An electronic version of this document is available on the World Wide Web at *http://dms.dot.gov.* *Privacy Act:* Anyone is able to search the electronic form of all comments received into any of our 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 DOT's complete Privacy Act Statement in the **Federal Register** published on April 11, 2000 (Volume 65, Number 70; Pages 19477-78) or you may visit *http://dms.dot.gov.* (Authority: 49 CFR 1.66) By Order of the Maritime Administrator. Dated: May 9, 2006. Joel C. Richard, Secretary, Maritime Administration. [FR Doc. E6-7450 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-81-P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Maritime Administration [Docket Number 2006 24795] Requested Administrative Waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws AGENCY:

Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation. ACTION: Invitation for public comments on a requested administrative waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws for the vessel *Elizabeth Noble* . SUMMARY: As authorized by Public Law 105-383 and Public Law 107-295, the Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to grant waivers of the U.S.-build requirement of the coastwise laws under certain circumstances. A request for such a waiver has been received by MARAD.

The vessel, and a brief description of the proposed service, is listed below. The complete application is given in DOT docket 2006-24795 at *http://dms.dot.gov.* Interested parties may comment on the effect this action may have on U.S. vessel builders or businesses in the U.S. that use U.S.-flag vessels. If MARAD determines, in accordance with Public Law 105-383 and MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR part 388 (68 FR 23084; April 30, 2003), that the issuance of the waiver will have an unduly adverse effect on a U.S.-vessel builder or a business that uses U.S.-flag vessels in that business, a waiver will not be granted.

Comments should refer to the docket number of this notice and the vessel name in order for MARAD to properly consider the comments. Comments should also state the commenter's interest in the waiver application, and address the waiver criteria given in § 388.4 of MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR part 388. DATES: Submit comments on or before June 15, 2006. ADDRESSES: Comments should refer to docket number MARAD-2006 24795.Written comments may be submitted by hand or by mail to the Docket Clerk, U.S.

DOT Dockets, Room PL-401, Department of Transportation, 400 7th St., SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001. You may also send comments electronically via the Internet at *http://dmses.dot.gov/submit/.* All comments will become part of this docket and will be available for inspection and copying at the above address between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., E.T., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. An electronic version of this document and all documents entered into this docket is available on the World Wide Web at *http://dms.dot.gov.* FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Joann Spittle, U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, MAR-830 Room 7201, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Telephone 202-366-5979. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: As described by the applicant the intended service of the vessel *Elizabeth Noble* is: *Intended Use:* “Transport passengers on pleasure cruises.” *Geographic Region:* Inland waters of NC. Dated: May 11, 2006. By order of the Maritime Administrator. Joel C. Richard, Secretary, Maritime Administration. [FR Doc.

E6-7451 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-81-P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Maritime Administration [Docket Number 2006—24794] Requested Administrative Waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws AGENCY: Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation. ACTION: Invitation for public comments on a requested administrative waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws for the vessel *Outlaw.* SUMMARY: As authorized by Public Law 105-383 and Public Law 107-295, the Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to grant waivers of the U.S.-build requirement of the coastwise laws under certain circumstances.

A request for such a waiver has been received by MARAD. The vessel, and a brief description of the proposed service, is listed below. The complete application is given in DOT docket 2006-24794 at *http://dms.dot.gov* . Interested parties may comment on the effect this action may have on U.S. vessel builders or businesses in the U.S. that use U.S.-flag vessels. If MARAD determines, in accordance with Public Law 105-383 and MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR Part 388 (68 FR 23084; April 30, 2003), that the issuance of the waiver will have an unduly adverse effect on a U.S.-vessel builder or a business that uses U.S.-flag vessels in that business, a waiver will not be granted.

Comments should refer to the docket number of this notice and the vessel name in order for MARAD to properly consider the comments. Comments should also state the commenter's interest in the waiver application, and address the waiver criteria given in § 388.4 of MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR part 388. DATES: Submit comments on or before June 15, 2006. ADDRESSES: Comments should refer to docket number MARAD-2006 24794. Written comments may be submitted by hand or by mail to the Docket Clerk, U.S.

DOT Dockets, Room PL-401, Department of Transportation, 400 7th St., SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001. You may also send comments electronically via the Internet at *http://dmses.dot.gov/submit/* . All comments will become part of this docket and will be available for inspection and copying at the above address between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., E.T., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. An electronic version of this document and all documents entered into this docket is available on the World Wide Web at *http://dms.dot.gov* .

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Joann Spittle, U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, MAR-830 Room 7201, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Telephone 202-366-5979. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: As described by the applicant the intended service of the vessel *Outlaw* is: *Intended Use:* “As long term owner operators we have been in the daysail charter industry since 1985 in the USVI and would like to expand our charter operation to Newport, RI in the months of June to Nov.

We offer private sails to small groups up to 12 passengers aboard our luxury performance yacht that include gourmet food prepared on board and served at anchor or underway, schedules, destinations and menu are all determined by guest preferences.” *Geographic Region:* Newport, RI doing private charters to exclusive groups within Narrangansett Bay, Long Island Sound, and Block Island Areas. Dated: May 11, 2006. By order of the Maritime Administrator. Joel C. Richard, Secretary, Maritime Administration. [FR Doc.

E6-7452 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-81-P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration [Docket No. PHMSA-2006-23448; Notice 2] Pipeline Safety: Request for Waiver; Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline, L.L.C.—Extension of Comment Period AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), DOT. ACTION: Notice; extension of public comment period. SUMMARY: On March 22, 2006, PHMSA sought comment on a request by Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline, L.L.C.'s (M&NE) waiver of the pipeline safety standard on the maximum allowable operating pressure.

This document extends the public comment period from April 21, 2006 to June 16, 2006. DATES: Comments must be received on or before June 16, 2006. ADDRESSES: Comments should reference Docket No. PHMSA-2006-23448 and may be submitted in the following ways: • DOT Web site: *http://dms.dot.gov.* To submit comments on the DOT electronic docket site, click “Comment/Submissions,” click “Continue,” fill in the requested information, click “Continue,” enter your comment, then click “Submit.” • Fax: 202-493-2251. • Mail:

Docket Management System: U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. • Hand Delivery: DOT Docket Management System; 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. • E-Gov Web site: *http://www.Regulations.gov.* This site allows the public to enter comments on any **Federal Register** notice issued by any agency. *Instructions:* You should identify the docket number, PHMSA-2006-23448, at the beginning of your comments.

If you mail your comments, you should send two copies. If you wish to receive confirmation that PHMSA received your comments, you should include a self-addressed stamped postcard. Internet users may submit comments at *http://www.regulations.gov* and may access all comments received by DOT at *http://dms.dot.gov* by performing a simple search for the docket number. Note: All comments will be posted without changes or edits to *http://dms.dot.gov* including any personal information provided.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: James Reynolds by telephone at 202-366-2786; by fax at 202-366-4566; or by e-mail at *james.reynolds@dot.gov;* or by mail at DOT, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Pipeline Safety Program (PHP), 400 7th Street, SW., Room 2103, Washington, DC 20590. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background On March 22, 2006, PHMSA issued a Notice of Intent to consider the waiver requests presented by M&NE (PHMSA-2006-23448; Notice 1; 71 FR 14575).

The Notice of Intent allowed anyone interested in filing public comments addressing the request described in the notice to do so by April 21, 2006. On April 14 & 24, 2006, the Maine Public Utilities Commission

(MPUC)requested a 60-day extension of the comment period. MPUC said the extension would allow M&NE to notify more residents within a high consequence area (along the pipeline corridor) of the pending waiver request. MPUC said the extension would allow effective notice to the affected residents, and give them ample opportunity to submit comments on the petition. Therefore, MPUC urged PHMSA to grant the extension so all might have confidence in the fairness of the waiver process to the public. On May 2, 2006, M&NE wrote PHMSA in support of comments filed by MPUC. M&NE stated they were in the process of sending letters to the additional residents requested by the MPUC. The letters notify residents of the proposed waiver and the opportunity for comment. In consideration of the above, PHMSA extends the public comment period to June 16, 2006. II. Regulatory Notice Privacy Act Statement Anyone may search the electronic form of all comments received for any of our dockets. You may review DOT's complete Privacy Act Statement in the **Federal Register** published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477) or you may visit *http://dms.dot.gov.* Issued in Washington, DC, on May 10, 2006. Theodore L. Willke, Deputy Associate Administrator for Pipeline Safety. [FR Doc. E6-7443 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-60-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request May 9, 2006. The Department of the Treasury has submitted the following public information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling the Treasury Bureau Clearance Officer listed. Comments regarding this information collection should be addressed to the OMB reviewer listed and to the Treasury Department Clearance Officer, Department of the Treasury, Room 11000, 1750 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20220. *Dates:* Written comments should be received on or before June 15, 2006 to be assured of consideration. Internal Revenue Service

(IRS)*OMB Number:* 1545-1986. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* Notice 2006-XX, Elections Created or Effected by the American Jobs Creation Act of 2004. *Description:* The collection of information will enable the Internal Revenue Service to ensure that the eligibility requirements for the various elections or revocations have been satisfied and the requisite actions have been complied with. *Respondents:* Individuals or households; Business or other for profit; and Farms. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 3,034,765 hours. *OMB Number:* 1545-1970. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* Election to Participate in Announcement 2005-80 Settlement Initiative. *Form:* IRS 13750. *Description:* Announcement 2005-80 provides a settlement initiative under which taxpayers and the Service may resolve certain abusive tax transactions. Pursuant to Announcement 2005-80, Form 13750 is the ONLY specified manner in which taxpayers may elect to participate in the settlement initiative. *Respondents:* Individuals or households; Business or other for-profit; and Not-for-profit institutions. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 2,500 hours. *OMB Number:* 1545-1977. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* Notice 2005-89 Temporary Relief for Certain REIT's and Taxable REIT Subsidiaries that Provide Accommodations to Persons Affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. *Description:* The Internal Revenue Service will not treat a hotel, motel, or other establishment that otherwise satisfies the definition of a “lodging facility” under section 856(d)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code as other than a “lodging facility” if it is used to provide temporary housing on a nontransient basis to certain persons affected by Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita, provided the recordkeeping requirements of this Notice are satisfied. *Respondents:* Individuals or households; and Business or other for-profit. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 500 hours. *OMB Number:* 1545-1969. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* Waiver of Right to Consistent Agreement of Partnership Items and Partnership-Level Determinations as to Penalties, Additions to Tax and Additional Amounts. *Description:* The information requested on Form 13751 (as required under Announcement 2005-80) will be used to determine the eligibility for participation in the settlement initiative of taxpayers related through TEFRA partnerships to ineligible applicants. Such determinations will involve partnership items and partnership-level determinations, as well as the calculation of tax liabilities resolved under this initiative, including penalties and interest. *Respondents:* Individuals or households; Business or other for-profit and not-for-profit institutions. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 100 hours. *Clearance Officer:* Glenn P. Kirkland, Internal Revenue Service, Room 6516, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20224.

(202)622-3428. *OMB Reviewer:* Alexander T. Hunt, Office of Management and Budget, Room 10235, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503.

(202)395-7316. Robert Dahl, Treasury PRA Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E6-7388 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830-01-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request May 9, 2006. The Department of the Treasury has submitted the following public information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling the Treasury Bureau Clearance Officer listed. Comments regarding this information collection should be addressed to the OMB reviewer listed and to the Treasury Department Clearance Officer, Department of the Treasury, Room 11000, 1750 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20220. *Dates:* Written comments should be received on or before June 15, 2006 to be assured of consideration. *Internal Revenue Service (IRS)* *OMB Number:* 1545-1996. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* Notice 2006-05, Waiver for Reasonable Cause for Failure to Report Loan Origination Fees and Capitalized Interest. *Description:* This Notice provides information to payees who receive payment of interest on qualified education loans who are unable to comply with the information reporting requirements under section 6050S of the Internal Revenue Code. *Respondents:* Business or other for profit; Not-for-profit institutions; and Federal Government. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 5,000 hours. *OMB Number:* 1545-1504. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* Application for Taxpayer Assistance Order (ATAO). *Form:* IRS 911. *Description:* This form is used by taxpayers to apply for relief from a significant hardship which may have already occurred or is about to occur if the IRS takes or fails to take certain actions. This form is submitted to the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Office in the state or city where the taxpayer lives. *Respondents:* Individuals or households; Business or other for profit; Not-for-profit institutions; Farms; and State, Local or Tribal Government. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 46,500 hours. *OMB Number:* 1545-1828. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* REG-131478-02 (Final) Guidance Under Section 1502; Suspension of Losses on Certain Stock Disposition. *Description:* The information in § 1.1502-35T(c) is necessary to ensure that a consolidated group does not obtain more than one tax benefit from both the utilization of a loss from the disposition of stock and the utilization of a loss or deduction with respect to another asset that reflects the same economic loss; to allow the taxpayer to make an election under § 1.1502-35T(c)(5) that would benefit the taxpayer, the election in § 1.1502-35T(f) provides taxpayers the choice in the case of a worthless subsidiary to utilize a worthless stock deduction or absorb the subsidiary's losses; and § 1.1502-35T(g)(3) applies to ensure that taxpayers do not circumvent the loss suspension rule of § 1.1502-35T(c) by deconsolidating a subsidiary and then re-importing to the group losses of such subsidiary. *Respondents:* Business or other for-profit. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 15,000 hours. *OMB Number:* 1545-1982. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* Distilled Spirits Credit. *Form:* IRS 8906. *Description:* Form 8906, Distilled Spirits Credit, was developed to carry out the provisions of IRC section 5011(a). This section allows eligible wholesalers and persons subject to IRC section 5055 an income tax credit for the average cost of carrying excise tax on bottled distilled spirits. The new form provides a means for the eligible taxpayer to compute the amount of credit. *Respondents:* Business or other for-profit. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 588 hours. *Clearance Officer:* Glenn P. Kirkland, Internal Revenue Service, Room 6516, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224.

(202)622-3428. *OMB Reviewer:* Alexander T. Hunt, Office of Management and Budget, Room 10235, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503.

(202)395-7316. Michael A. Robinson, Treasury PRA Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E6-7389 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830-01-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form 6781 AGENCY: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: The Department of the Treasury, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13 (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)). Currently, the IRS is soliciting comments concerning Form 6781, Gains and Losses From Section 1256 Contracts and Straddles. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before July 17, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Glenn Kirkland, Internal Revenue Service, room 6512, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the form and instructions should be directed to Larnice Mack at Internal Revenue Service, room 6512, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224, or at

(202)622-3179, or through the internet at ( *Larnice.Mack@irs.gov* ). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Title:* Gains and Losses From Section 1256 Contracts and Straddles. *OMB Number:* 1545-0644. *Form Number:* Form 6781. *Abstract:* Form 6781 is used by taxpayers in computing their gains and losses on Internal Revenue Code section 1256 contracts under the marked-to-market rules and gains and losses under Code section 1092 from straddle positions. The data is used to verify that the tax reported accurately reflects any such gains and losses. *Current Actions:* There are no changes being made to Form 6781 at this time. *Type of Review:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit organizations and individuals. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 100,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 9 hours, 2 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 903,237. The following paragraph applies to all of the collections of information covered by this notice: An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a valid OMB control number. Books or records relating to a collection of information must be retained as long as their contents may become material in the administration of any internal revenue law. Generally, tax returns and tax return information are confidential, as required by 26 U.S.C. 6103. *Request for Comments:* Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. Comments are invited on:

(a)Whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility;

(b)the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the collection of information;

(c)ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected;

(d)ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and

(202)622-3179, or through the Internet at ( *Larnice.Mack@irs.gov* ). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Title:* Form 1120S, U.S. Income Tax Return for an S Corporation, Schedule D (Form 1120S), Capital Gains and Losses and Built-in Gains, and Schedule K-1 (Form 1120S), Shareholder's Share of Income, Credits, Deductions, etc. *OMB Number:* 1545-0130. *Form Number:* Form 1120S, Schedule D, and Schedule K-1. *Abstract:* Form 1120S, Schedule D (Form 1120S), and Schedule K-1 (Form 1120S) are used by an S corporation to figure its tax liability, and income and other tax-related information to pass through to its shareholders. Schedule D is used to report gain or loss from sales or exchanges of capital assets and the computation of tax on certain capital gains imposed by Internal Revenue Code section 1374. Schedule K-1 is used to report to shareholders their share of the corporation's income, deductions, credits, etc. *Current Actions:* There are no changes being made to the form at this time. *Type of Review:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit organizations, and farms. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 15,042,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 32 hours, 16 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 485,442,640. The following paragraph applies to all of the collections of information covered by this notice: An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a valid OMB control number. Books or records relating to a collection of information must be retained as long as their contents may become material in the administration of any internal revenue law. Generally, tax returns and tax return information are confidential, as required by 26 U.S.C. 6103. *Request for Comments:* Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. Comments are invited on:

(a)Whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility;

(b)the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the collection of information;

(c)ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected;

(d)ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and

(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operation, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. Approved: May 5, 2006. Glenn Kirkland, IRS Reports Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E6-7386 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830-01-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form 23 AGENCY: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Treasury. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. SUMMARY: The Department of the Treasury, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13 (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)). Currently, the IRS is soliciting comments concerning Form 23, Application for Enrollment to Practice Before the Internal Revenue Service. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before July 17, 2006 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Glenn Kirkland, Internal Revenue Service, room 6512, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of the form and instructions should be directed to Larnice Mack at Internal Revenue Service, room 6512, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224, or at

(202)622-3179, or through the Internet at ( *Larnice.Mack@irs.gov* ). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Title:* Application for Enrollment to Practice Before the Internal Revenue Service. *OMB Number:* 1545-0950. *Form Number:* Form 23. *Abstract:* Form 23 must be completed by those who desire to be enrolled to practice before the Internal Revenue Service. The information on the form will be used by the Director of Practice to determine the qualifications and eligibility of applicants for enrollment. *Current Actions:* There are no changes being made to the form at this time. *Type of Review:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Affected Public:* Individuals and the Federal government. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 2,400. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 1 hour. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 2,400. The following paragraph applies to all of the collections of information covered by this notice: An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a valid OMB control number. Books or records relating to a collection of information must be retained as long as their contents may become material in the administration of any internal revenue law. Generally, tax returns and tax return information are confidential, as required by 26 U.S.C. 6103. *Request for Comments:* Comments submitted in response to this notice will be summarized and/or included in the request for OMB approval. All comments will become a matter of public record. Comments are invited on:

(a)Whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility;

(b)the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the collection of information;

(c)ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected;

(d)ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and

(e)estimates of capital or start-up costs and costs of operation, maintenance, and purchase of services to provide information. Approved: May 6, 2006. Glenn Kirkland, IRS Reports Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E6-7387 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830-01-P 71 94 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 Presidential Documents Title 3— The President Proclamation 8014 of May 11, 2006 Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Every day, our Nation's dedicated law enforcement officers put themselves at risk to keep their fellow Americans safe. As we observe Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, we pay tribute to the courageous men and women who have lost their lives protecting us, and we honor all those who wear the badge and keep the peace. The law enforcement officers of today carry on the long and proud tradition of service built by their predecessors. With valor and distinction, these citizens stand watch over us all and work hard to fight crime, violence, and terrorism in communities across America. We are a country built on the rule of law, and our Nation is grateful to the men and women who enforce those laws and uphold the fairness and peace we treasure. Law enforcement officers deserve our appreciation for the work they do, and citizens fulfill an important civic responsibility by supporting their work to protect our communities. Through organizations like Citizen Corps, men and women are assisting their local police force, fire department, and neighborhood watch program. More information about Citizen Corps volunteer opportunities can be found at citizencorps.gov. I encourage all Americans to help fight crime in their communities by volunteering and participating in crime prevention organizations. By working together, we can achieve a better and more secure future for our children and grandchildren. On Peace Officers Memorial Day and during Police Week, we honor the heroism of all our law enforcement officers, especially those who have given their lives so that others might live. They performed their jobs with extraordinary distinction, and a proud and grateful Nation will always remember their service and sacrifice. We ask God's blessings for the families and friends they left behind. By a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962, as amended, (76 Stat. 676), the Congress has authorized and requested the President to designate May 15 of each year as “Peace Officers Memorial Day” and the week in which it falls as “Police Week,” and by Public Law 103-322, as amended, (36 U.S.C. 136), has directed that the flag be flown at half staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 15, 2006, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 14 through May 20, 2006, as Police Week. I call on all Americans to observe these events with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also call on Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as well as appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day. I further encourage all Americans to display the flag at half staff from their homes and businesses on that day. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eleventh day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth. B [FR Doc. 06-4620 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am]

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