Notices. Notice; Issuance of Advisory Bulletin

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BILLING CODE 4910-57-M DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration [Docket No. PHMSA-04-19856] Pipeline Safety: Lessons Learned From a Security Breach at a Liquefied Natural Gas Facility AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), DOT. ACTION: Notice; Issuance of Advisory Bulletin. SUMMARY: This advisory reminds operators of the need for vigilance in providing security at liquefied natural gas

(LNG)facilities. PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations require operators to implement security measures that deter intruders at LNG terminals, facilities, and peak-shaving plants. This Advisory Bulletin reinforces the importance of effectively implementing and thoroughly testing security procedures and systems. ADDRESSES: This document can be viewed on the PHMSA home page at: *http://www.phmsa.dot.gov* . FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Joy Kadnar at

(202)366-0568, or by e-mail at *Joy.Kadnar@dot.gov* ; or Buddy Secor at

(571)227-1306, or by e-mail at *Buddy.Secor@dhs.gov* . SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations require operators to implement security measures that deter intruders. These measures include written procedures, protective enclosures, security communication, lighting, and monitoring (49 CFR part 193, subpart J). Operators must use staff who have been trained to carry out security duties through means that include security training (49 CFR 193.2709 and 2715). Operators need to implement these measures in ways that ensure personnel and systems detect trespassers and respond correctly. LNG Facility Security: Lessons Learned From the Security Breach in Lynn, MA A recent breach in security at an LNG facility shows the need for preparedness and vigilance. The operator discovered a breach of security at its LNG facility during routine maintenance on a gate at the side of the storage tank. Although there was no damage to the tank, intruders had broken through the gate to gain access to the tank. Investigation revealed that the intruders had cut through the outer and inner perimeter fences and through the locked gate and gained access to the storage tank several days before the breach was discovered. A microwave intrusion system documented the intrusions on the computer monitoring system, which should have alerted operator personnel to the intrusions. Operator personnel did not respond. In the days following, personnel conducted several routine visual inspections of the area without noting the cuts in the fences. Although there was also video surveillance of the perimeter, personnel did not review the tape until they investigated the breach. State authorities responded quickly to examine security at other LNG facilities in the state. These authorities inspected operator practices and procedures to ensure personnel and systems respond correctly during a security breach. II. Advisory Bulletin (ADB-06-04) To: Owners and Operators of LNG Plants That Contain LNG. Subject: Security at LNG facilities. Advisory: The pipeline safety regulations require an operator of LNG facilities in a plant containing LNG to develop and follow written procedures for security at the LNG plant. Operators need to verify the reliability and feasibility of security procedures and systems. Operators also need to ensure personnel and systems respond correctly when security is compromised. LNG Facility Security: Lessons Learned from the Security Breach in Lynn, MA PHMSA recommends LNG facility operators establish and follow these suggested practices and procedures to ensure that their security measures function as intended by the regulations, and that security at their LNG plants is rigorous: • Test systems thoroughly to verify that alarms work and that monitoring devices function as intended; • Ensure remotely stationed personnel are properly trained on the security procedures of each facility that they monitor; • Determine whether personnel monitoring security for an LNG plant can realistically respond to security breaches in a timely manner; • Update security procedures as needed to provide effective security at the LNG plant and to incorporate the most relevant threat information; • Confirm that remote monitoring station personnel properly coordinate activities with those parties responsible for LNG plant facility security; and, • Independently audit LNG plant security or conduct unannounced tests of security systems, procedures, and personnel. Authority: 49 U.S.C. chapter 601; 49 CFR 1.53. Issued in Washington, DC, on December 22, 2006. Theodore L. Willke, Acting Associate Administrator for Pipeline Safety. [FR Doc. E6-22323 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-60-P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration [Docket No.: PHMSA-97-2995] Pipeline Safety: Random Drug Testing Rate AGENCY: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of minimum annual percentage rate for random drug testing. SUMMARY: PHMSA has determined that the minimum random drug testing rate for covered employees will remain at 25 percent during calendar year 2007. DATE: Effective January 1, 2007, through December 31, 2007. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cindy Ingrao, Director, Drug and Alcohol Policy and Investigations, PHMSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Room 8406, Washington, DC 20590, telephone

(202)366-2350 or email *cindy.ingrao@dot.gov* . SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Operators of gas, hazardous liquid, and carbon dioxide pipelines and operators of liquefied natural gas facilities must select and test a percentage of covered employees for random drug testing. Pursuant to 49 CFR part 199.105(c)(2), (3), and (4), the PHMSA Administrator's decision on whether to change the minimum annual random drug testing rate is based on the reported random drug test positive rate for the pipeline industry. The data considered by the Administrator comes from operators' annual submissions of Management Information System

(MIS)reports required by 49 CFR part 199.119(a). If the reported random drug test positive rate is less than 1.00 percent, the Administrator may continue the minimum random drug testing rate at 25 percent. In 2005, the random drug test positive rate was less than 1.00 percent. Therefore, the minimum random drug testing rate will remain at 25 percent for calendar year 2007. In reference to the notice published in 70 FR 20800, PHMSA intends to publish an Advisory Bulletin specifying the methodology for reporting calendar year 2007 MIS contractor data to PHMSA. Therefore, operators must ensure records on contract employees continue to be maintained in calendar year 2007. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108, 60117, and 60118; 49 CFR 1.53. Issued in Washington, DC on December 20, 2006. Thomas Barrett, Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. [FR Doc. E6-22295 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-60-P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Surface Transportation Board [STB Finance Docket No. 34943] Beaufort Railroad Company, Inc.—Modified Rail Certificate On December 1, 2006, Beaufort Railroad Company, Inc. (BRC), a subsidiary of the South Carolina Division of Public Railways (SCDPR), filed a notice for a modified certificate of public convenience and necessity under 49 CFR part 1150, Subpart C, *Modified Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity,* to operate approximately 25.05 miles of rail line extending from milepost AMJ-443.26, in Yemassee, to milepost AMJ-468.31, in Port Royal, SC. BRC states that the line was formerly owned by the Seaboard System Railroad, Inc., and was authorized for abandonment by the Interstate Commerce Commission in *Seaboard System Railroad, Inc.—Abandonment—in Beaufort County, SC,* Docket No. AB-55 (Sub-No. 110) (ICC served Aug. 23, 1984). Although authorized for abandonment, the line was subsequently acquired by the South Carolina State Ports Authority (SCSPA) and leased to the South Carolina Public Railways Commission (SCPRC), which is now under SCDPR. 1 Tangent Transportation Company, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of SCPRC, operated the line until 2003. Since then, SCSPA has maintained the right-of-way (ROW). 1 According to BRC, SCDPR is a division of the South Carolina Department of Commerce, and SCSPA is also an instrumentality of the State of South Carolina. As operator of the line, BRC will provide freight services on an “as required basis,” pursuant to an operating agreement with SCSPA and SCDPR. 2 Under the agreement, BRC and SCSPA agree to a 1-year period for operation, commencing from October 12, 2006, and continuing from year to year thereafter, until terminated in accordance with the operating agreement and Board regulations. According to BRC, it does not expect to make any interchange or interline connections with any connecting railroads. 2 According to BRC, both SCSPA and SCDPR intend to maintain the ROW, with SCDPR providing service through BRC. The rail segment qualifies for a modified certificate of public convenience and necessity. *See Common Carrier Status of States, State Agencies and Instrumentalities and Political Subdivisions,* Finance Docket No. 28990F (ICC served July 16, 1981). BRC indicates that commencement of operations will be contingent upon shippers entering into binding written commitments for a sufficient volume of carloads per year (an amount judged adequate to cover all costs associated with maintenance, track materials, and operations of the line). BRC states that SCSPA will maintain third party liability insurance coverage in an amount of not less than $5,000,000 to cover any and all claims arising solely from the existence of hazards presented by the rail line or the property upon which the rail line is located. BRC also states that, prior to commencement of railroad operations, it will acquire and maintain third party liability insurance coverage in an amount of not less than $5,000,000 to cover any and all claims arising solely from its acts, works, and operations with respect to the rail line and the property upon which the rail line is located. This notice will be served on the Association of American Railroads (Car Service Division) as agent for all railroads subscribing to the car-service and car-hire agreement: Association of American Railroads, 50 F Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20001; and on the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association: American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association, 50 F Street, N.W., Suite 7020, Washington, DC 20001. Board decisions and notices are available on our Web site at *http://www.stb.dot.gov.* Decided: December 20, 2006. By the Board, David M. Konschnik, Director, Office of Proceedings. Vernon A. Williams, Secretary . [FR Doc. E6-22289 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4915-01-P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Surface Transportation Board [STB Finance Docket No. 34973] Burlington Shortline Railroad, Inc., d/b/a Burlington Junction Railway—Lease and Operation Exemption—BNSF Railway Company Burlington Shortline Railroad, Inc., d/b/a Burlington Junction Railway (BJRY), a Class III rail carrier, has filed a verified notice of exemption under 49 CFR 1150.41 to lease and operate, pursuant to an agreement with BNSF Railway Company (BNSF), approximately 1.2 miles of railroad properties consisting of certain trackage, real property, and railroad operating rights. The rail properties consist of five tracks, numbered 2001, 2002, 2003, 2012, and 2013, located at Ottumwa, IA. There are no mileposts. Based on projected revenues for the line, BJRY expects to remain a Class III rail carrier. BJRY certifies that its projected annual operating revenues as a result of the transaction will not exceed $5 million. The transaction is expected to be consummated on January 14, 2007. If the verified notice contains false or misleading information, the exemption is void *ab initio* . Petitions to revoke the exemption under 49 U.S.C. 10502(d) may be filed at any time. The filing of a petition to revoke will not automatically stay the transaction. An original and 10 copies of all pleadings, referring to STB Finance Docket No. 34973, must be filed with the Surface Transportation Board, 1925 K Street, NW., Washington, DC 20423-0001. In addition, a copy of each pleading must be served on:

(1)for BJRY, John D. Heffner, John D. Heffner, PLLC, 1920 N Street, NW., Suite 800, Washington, DC 20036; and

(2)for BNSF, Sarah Bailiff, 2650 Lou Menk Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76131. Board decisions and notices are available on our Web site at *www.stb.dot.gov* . Decided: December 20, 2006. By the Board, David M. Konschnik, Director, Office of Proceedings. Vernon A. Williams, Secretary. [FR Doc. E6-22137 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4915-01-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request December 21, 2006. The Department of 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 January 29, 2007 to be assured of consideration. Internal Revenue Service

(IRS)*OMB Number:* 1545-1144. *Type of Review:* Revision. *Title:* Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Return for Distributions. *Form:* 706-GS(D). Description: Form 706-GS(D) is used by distributees to compute and report the Federal GST tax imposed by IRC section 2601. IRS uses the information to enforce this tax and to verify that the tax has been properly computed. *Respondents:* Individuals or Households. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 980 hours. *OMB Number:* 1545-1447. *Type of Review:* Extension. *Title:* CO-46-94 (Final) Losses on Small Business Stock. *Description:* Records are required by the Service to verify that the taxpayer is entitled to a section 1244 loss. The records will be used to determine whether the stock qualifies as section 1244 stock. *Respondents:* Businesses and other for-profit institutions. *Estimated Total Burden Hours:* 2,000 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. E6-22296 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830-01-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Privacy Act of 1974, as Amended; System of Records AGENCY: Treasury. ACTION: Notice of alteration to a Privacy Act System of Records. SUMMARY: The Treasury Department gives notice of proposed alterations to the system of records entitled, “Treasury .007-Personnel Security System,” which is subject to the Privacy Act of 1974. DATES: Comments must be received by January 29, 2007. The proposed altered system of records will become effective February 6, 2007 unless comments are received that would result in a contrary determination. ADDRESSES: Comments should be sent to: Deputy Assistant Secretary for Security, Department of the Treasury, 1500 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20220. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Andrea Gaddy-Smith, Office of Security, 202-622-2991. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) requires improved processes and technology for Personal Identity Verification

(PIV)of all Federal employees and contractors who require long-term (6 month and over) access to federally controlled facilities and/or information systems. The requirements of HSPD-12 do not apply to short-term guests and occasional visitors to the Department, its bureaus, or any of its facilities. The purpose for improving the process for identity verification is to have a stronger Federal-wide standard for “identity proofing” and meet the objective of HSPD-12 that requires Federal agencies to have a “secure and reliable form of identification” for federal employees or applicants and a contractor's employees who are applying for a Personal Identity Verification

(PIV)Card. At the time of “identity proofing” and registration an applicant for a Treasury job, a Treasury employee or contractor's employee will need to produce two documents verifying the individual's identity, one of which must be a government-issued photo ID and one other identity-source document listed on Form I-9, such as a valid state driver's license, to receive a PIV Card. The alteration to the notice adds language under the following headings: “Categories of individuals covered by the system,” “Categories of records in the system,” and “Authority for maintenance of the system.” The notice for the system of records was last published in its entirety on August 1, 2005, at 70 FR 44187. The altered system of records report, as required by 5 U.S.C. 552a(r) of the Privacy Act, has been submitted to the Committee on Government Reform and Oversight of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Office of Management and Budget, pursuant to Appendix I to OMB Circular A-130, “Federal Agency Responsibilities for Maintaining Records About Individuals,” dated November 30, 2000. The proposed alterations to “Treasury .007— Personnel Security System” are set forth below. Treasury .007 System name: Personnel Security System—Treasury. Categories of individuals covered by the system: *Description of the change:* Replace the period “(.)” at the end of category

(3)with a comma “(,)” and add the following: “, and

(4)applicants, employees and contractor employees who have applied for the “Personal Identity Verification

(PIV)Card.” Categories of records in the system: *Description of the change:* Replace the period “(.)” at the end of category

(6)with a comma “(,)” and add the following: “, and

(7)records pertaining to the personal identification verification process mandated by HSPD-12 and the issuance, denial or revocation of a PIV card.” Authority for maintenance of the system: *Description of change:* Remove current entry and in its place add the following: “Executive Order 10450, Sections 2 and 3, Executive Order 12958, Executive Order 12968, and Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12.” Dated: December 20, 2006. Wesley T. Foster, Acting Assistant Secretary for Management. [FR Doc. E6-22297 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4811-37-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form SS-8 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 SS-8, Determination of Worker Status for Purpose of Federal Employment Taxes and Income Tax Withholding. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before February 26, 2007 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Glenn P. Kirkland, Internal Revenue Service, room 6516, 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 Carolyn N. Brown at Internal Revenue Service, room 6516, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20224, or at

(202)622-6688, or through the Internet at *Carolyn.N.Brown@irs.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Title:* Determination of Worker Status for Purposes of Federal Employment Taxes and Income Tax Withholding. *OMB Number:* 1545-0004. *Form Number:* SS-8. *Abstract:* Form SS-8 is used by employers and workers to furnish information to IRS in order to obtain a determination as to whether a worker is an employee for purposes of Federal employment taxes and income tax withholding. IRS uses the information on Form SS-8 to make the determination. *Current Actions:* There were 7 lines items deleted to the Form SS-8 at this time. *Type of Review:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit organizations, individuals, not-for-profit institutions, Federal government, farms, and state, local or tribal governments. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 4,554. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 22 hours, 17 minutes. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 101,464. 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: December 19, 2006. Glenn P. Kirkland, IRS Reports Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E6-22254 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830-01-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Form 1139 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 1139, Corporation Application for Tentative Refund. DATES: Written comments should be received on or before February 26, 2007 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Glenn Kirkland, Internal Revenue Service, Room 6516, 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 Allan Hopkins, at

(202)622-6665, or at Internal Revenue Service, Room 6516, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224, or through the Internet at *Allan.M.Hopkins@irs.gov* . SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Title:* Corporation Application for Tentative Refund. *OMB Number:* 1545-0582. *Form Number:* 1139. *Abstract:* Form 1139 is filed by corporations that expect to have a net operating loss, net capital loss, or unused general business credits, carried back to a prior tax year. IRS uses Form 1139 to determine if the amount of the loss or unused credits is proper. *Current Actions:* We are adding 1 line item and 8 Code references. *Type of Review:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit organizations. *Estimated Number of Respondents:* 3,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent:* 44 hr., 15 min. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 132,750. 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: December 21, 2006. Glenn Kirkland, IRS Reports Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E6-22255 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4830-01-P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Internal Revenue Service [REG-209682-94] Proposed Collection: Comment Request for Regulation Project 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 final regulation, REG-209682-94 (TD 8847), Adjustments Following Sales of Partnership Interests, (§§ 1.732-1 and 1.743-1). DATES: Written comments should be received on or before February 26, 2007 to be assured of consideration. ADDRESSES: Direct all written comments to Glenn Kirkland, Internal Revenue Service, room 6516, 1111 Constitution Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20224. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or copies of regulations should be directed to Allan Hopkins, at Internal Revenue Service, room 6516, 1111 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20224, or at

(202)622-6665, or through the Internet at *Allan.M.Hopkins@irs.gov* . SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Title:* Adjustments Following Sales of Partnership Interests. *OMB Number:* 1545-1588. *Regulation Project Number:* REG-209682-94. *Abstract:* Partnerships, with a section 754 election in effect, are required to adjust the basis of partnership property following certain transfers of partnership interests. This regulation relates to the optional adjustments to the basis of partnership property following certain transfers of partnership interests under section 743, the calculation of gain or loss under section 751(a) following the sale or exchange of a partnership interest, the allocation of basis adjustments among partnership assets under section 755, the allocation of a partner's basis in its partnership interest to properties distributed to the partner by the partnership under section 732(c), and the computation of a partner's proportionate share of the adjusted basis of depreciable property (or depreciable real property) under section 1017. *Current Actions:* There are no changes being made to the regulation at this time. *Type of Review:* Extension of a currently approved collection. *Affected Public:* Business or other for-profit organizations. *Estimated Number of Respondents/Recordkeepers:* 226,000. *Estimated Time Per Respondent/Recordkeeper:* 4 hrs. *Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours:* 904,000. 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

(VA)gives notice under the Public Law 92-463 (Federal Advisory Committee Act) that a meeting of the Advisory Committee on CARES Business Plan Studies will be held on January 22, 2007, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the VA Medical Center Saint Albans Campus, in the Pratt Auditoriumm 179-00 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY. The purpose of the meeting is to present and receive public comment on the proposed capital plan for new facilities at St. Albans and the process for receiving community input on developing reuse proposals for portions of the campus that will be vacated. Interested persons may attend and present oral or written statements to the Committee. For additional information regarding the meeting, please contact Mr. Jay Halpern, Designated Federal Officer, (CARES), 810 Vermont Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20420 by phone

(202)273-5994, or by e-mail at *jay.halpern@va.gov.* Dated: December 19, 2006. By Directiion of the Secretary. E. Philip Riggin, Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. 06-9883 Filed 12-27-06; 8:45 am]

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