Tap any paragraph to write a margin note. Your notes collect in the Desk below the text and file under cases with @. The side-by-side margin rail opens on a larger screen.

Code · REGISTER · 2007-11-13 · Department of Energy (DOE) · Notices

Notices. Notice of 229 Boundary Revision for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory

5,218 words·~24 min read·/register/2007/11/13/07-5651·

A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.

BILLING CODE 6820-KF-M DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Notice of 229 Boundary Revision for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory AGENCY: Department of Energy (DOE). ACTION: Notice of 229 Boundary Revision for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the U.S. Department of Energy, pursuant to section 229 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, as implemented by 10 CFR part 860 published in the **Federal Register** on August 26, 1963 (28 FR 8400), prohibits the unauthorized entry, as provided in 10 CFR 860.3 and the unauthorized introduction of weapons or dangerous materials, as provided in 10 CFR 860.4, into or upon the following described facilities of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory of the United States Department of Energy.
The following amendments are made: The U.S. Department of Energy installation known as the Oak Ridge National Laboratory 7900 Area, occupied by the High Flux Isotope Reactor and associated facilities, is located in the Second Civil District of Roane County, Tennessee, within the corporate limits of the city of Oak Ridge. The facility contains approximately 40 acres and is located on the south side of Melton Valley Drive, approximately 0.7 miles west of the intersection of Melton Valley Drive and Melton Valley Access Road.
This intersection is approximately 0.6 miles south of the intersection of Bethel Valley Road and Melton Valley Access Road. The 229 Boundary of this facility is indicated by a chain link fence which surrounds the facility. The U.S. Department of Energy installation known as the National U-233 Repository (Building 3019) is located in the Second Civil District of Roane County, Tennessee, within the corporate limits of the city of Oak Ridge. The physical facility contains approximately 2.5 acres including approximately 40,000 square feet of floor space within the security area boundary.
This complex is located south of Bethel Valley Road, approximately 0.25 miles east of the intersection of Bethel Valley Road and First Street. The 229 Boundary for this facility is indicated by a chain link fence which surrounds the facility. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Cindy B. Hunter, Certified Realty Specialist, DOE Oak Ridge Office, Post Office Box 2001, Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831, Telephone:
(865)576-4431, Facsimile:
(865)576-9204. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This security boundary is designated pursuant to section 229 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. This revised boundary supersedes and/or re-describes the entries previously contained in the **Federal Register** notice published October 19, 1965, at 30 FR 13285; amended on January 11, 1973, at 38 FR 1301; and amended on March 6, 1974, at 39 FR 8652 for Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Issued in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, on October 29, 2007. Cindy B. Hunter, DOE ORO Realty Officer. [FR Doc. E7-22109 Filed 11-9-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6450-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board, Savannah River Site AGENCY: Department of Energy. ACTION: Notice of open meeting. SUMMARY: This notice announces a meeting of the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB), Savannah River Site. The Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. No. 92-463, 86 Stat. 770) requires that public notice of this meeting be announced in the **Federal Register** . DATES: Monday, November 26, 2007, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. ADDRESSES: Augusta Marriott Hotel, Two Tenth Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gerri Flemming, Office of External Affairs, Department of Energy Savannah River Operations Office, P.O. Box A, Aiken, SC, 29802; Phone:
(803)952-7886. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Purpose of the Board:* The purpose of the Board is to make recommendations to DOE in the areas of environmental restoration, waste management, and related activities. Tentative Agenda Monday, November 26, 2007 1 p.m. Combined Committee Session 5 p.m. Adjourn Tuesday, November 27, 2007 8:30 a.m. Approval of Minutes, Agency Updates 9:30 a.m. Public Comment Session 9:45 a.m. Chair and Facilitator Update 10:15 a.m. Nuclear Materials Committee Report 10:45 a.m. Administrative Committee Report 11:45 a.m. Public Comment Session 12 p.m. Lunch Break 1 p.m. Strategic and Legacy Management Committee Report 2:45 p.m. Waste Management Committee Report 3:15 p.m. Facility Disposition and Site Remediation Committee Report 3:45 p.m. Public Comment Session 4 p.m. Adjourn If needed, time will be allotted after public comments for items added to the agenda and administrative details. A final agenda will be available at the meeting Monday, November 26, 2007. *Public Participation:* The meeting is open to the public. Written statements may be filed with the Board either before or after the meeting. Individuals who wish to make oral statements pertaining to agenda items should contact Gerri Flemming's office at the address or telephone listed above. Requests must be received five days prior to the meeting and reasonable provision will be made to include the presentation in the agenda. The Deputy Designated Federal Officer is empowered to conduct the meeting in a fashion that will facilitate the orderly conduct of business. Individuals wishing to make public comment will be provided a maximum of five minutes to present their comments. *Minutes:* Minutes will be available by writing or calling Gerri Flemming at the address or phone number listed above. Minutes will also be available at the following Web site *http://www.srs.gov/general/outreach/srs-cab/srs-cab.html* . Issued at Washington, DC on November 6, 2007. Rachel Samuel, Deputy Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. E7-22096 Filed 11-9-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6450-01-P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Biomass Research and Development Technical Advisory Committee AGENCY: Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy. ACTION: Notice of Open Meeting. SUMMARY: This notice announces an open meeting of the Biomass Research and Development Technical Advisory Committee under the Biomass Research and Development Act of 2000. The Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. No. 92-463, 86 Stat. 770) requires that agencies publish these notices in the **Federal Register** to allow for public participation. This notice announces the meeting of the Biomass Research and Development Technical Advisory Committee. *Dates and Times:* Tuesday, November 27, 2007, 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 28, 2007, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. ADDRESSES: Westin Arlington, 801 N. Glebe Road, F. Scott Fitzgerald Ballroom, Arlington, Virginia, Phone:
(703)717-6200. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Valri Lightner, Designated Federal Official for the Committee, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, U.S. Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585;
(202)586-0937 or Carolyn Clark at
(410)997-7778 * 235; E-mail: *cclark@bcs-hq.com.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *Purpose of Meeting:* To provide advice and guidance that promotes research and development leading to the production of biobased fuels and biobased products. Tentative Agenda • Update on Biomass Program activities. • Report on the Six Integrated Biorefinery Projects. • Update on 2007 Farm Bill. • Update on 2007 Joint Solicitation Projects. • Presentation on the EPA Greenhouse Gas Rulemaking. • Presentation: Bioenergy Research Centers—DOE Office of Science. • Presentation: Biobased Products—Lou Honory, University of Iowa. • Meeting with the Biomass R&D Board. • Discussion: Approve 2008 Committee Work Plan. *Public Participation:* In keeping with procedures, members of the public are welcome to observe the business of the Biomass Research and Development Technical Advisory Committee. To attend the meeting and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, you should contact Valri Lightner at 202-586-0937; E-mail: *valri.lightner@ee.doe.gov* or Carolyn Clark at
(410)997-7778 * 235; E-mail: *cclark@bcs-hq.com.* You must make your request for an oral statement at least 5 business days before the meeting. Members of the public will be heard in the order in which they sign up at the beginning of the meeting. Reasonable provision will be made to include the scheduled oral statements on the agenda. The Chair of the Committee will make every effort to hear the views of all interested parties. If you would like to file a written statement with the Committee, you may do so either before or after the meeting. The Chair will conduct the meeting to facilitate the orderly conduct of business. *Minutes:* The minutes of the meeting will be available for public review and copying at the Freedom of Information Public Reading Room; Room 1E-190; Forrestal Building; 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Issued at Washington, DC, on November 6, 2007. Rachel Samuel, Deputy Committee Management Officer. [FR Doc. E7-22095 Filed 11-9-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6450-01-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA-HQ-OPPT-2007-0274; FRL-8494-3] Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Safer Detergent Stewardship Initiative
(SDSI)Program; EPA ICR No. 2261.01, OMB No. 2070-NEW AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 *et seq.* ), this document announces that an Information Collection Request
(ICR)has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB)for review and approval. This is a request for a new collection. The ICR, which is abstracted below, describes the nature of the information collection and its estimated burden and cost. DATES: Additional comments may be submitted on or before December 13, 2007. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, referencing docket ID Number EPA-HQ-OPPT-2007-0274 to
(1)EPA online using *www.regulations.gov* (our preferred method), by e-mail to *oppt.ncic@epa.gov* or by mail to: Document Control Office (DCO), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT), Environmental Protection Agency, Mail Code: 7407T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460, and
(2)OMB at: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Attention: Desk Officer for EPA, 725 17th Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Barbara Cunningham, Director, Environmental Assistance Division, Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 7408-M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-554-1404; e-mail address: *TSCA-Hotline@epa.gov* . SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: EPA has submitted the following ICR to OMB for review and approval according to the procedures prescribed in 5 CFR 1320.12. On May 9, 2007 (72 FR 26357), EPA sought comments on the proposed new ICR pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.8(d). EPA received 13 comments during the comment period, which are addressed in the ICR. Any comments related to this ICR should be submitted to EPA and OMB within 30 days of this notice. EPA has established a public docket for this ICR under Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OPPT-2007-0274, which is available for online viewing at *http://www.regulations.gov* , or in person inspection at the OPPT Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA Docket Center Public Reading Room is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is 202-566-1744, and the telephone number for the Pollution Prevention and Toxics Docket is 202-566-0280. Use EPA's electronic docket and comment system at *www.regulations.gov* , to submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the docket, and to access those documents in the docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select “docket search,” then key in the docket ID number identified above. Please note that EPA's policy is that public comments, whether submitted electronically or in paper, will be made available for public viewing at *www.regulations.gov* as EPA receives them and without change, unless the comment contains copyrighted material, Confidential Business Information (CBI), or other information whose public disclosure is restricted by statute. For further information about the electronic docket, go to *www.regulations.gov* . *Title:* Safer Detergent Stewardship Initiative
(SDSI)Program. *ICR Numbers:* EPA ICR No. 2261.01, OMB Control No. 2070-NEW. *ICR Status:* This ICR is for a new information collection activity. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA's regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the **Federal Register** when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in the **Federal Register** or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. *Abstract:* This information collection addresses paperwork activities that support the administration of the Safer Detergent Stewardship Initiative (SDSI). SDSI is a voluntary program administered by EPA to offer resources and recognition to businesses involved in the transition to safer surfactants. Surfactants are a major ingredient in cleaning products such as detergents, cleaners, airplane deicers and fire-fighting foams. Safer surfactants are those that break down quickly to non-polluting compounds. Businesses and other organizations that wish to be recognized by EPA should complete and submit an application form (EPA Form 6300-2). Under SDSI, businesses that have fully transitioned to safer surfactants, or (for non-profits, academic institutions, etc.) can document outstanding efforts to encourage the use of safer surfactants, are granted Champion status. Businesses that commit to a full and timely transition to safer surfactants, or (for non-profits, academic institutions, etc.) can document outstanding efforts to encourage the use of safer surfactants, are granted Partner status. This category provides recognition of significant accomplishments towards the use of safer surfactants. Partners will be listed on the EPA SDSI website and may be granted recognition as a Champion in the future if appropriate. Responses to the collection of information are voluntary. Respondents may claim all or part of a notice as CBI. EPA will disclose information that is covered by a CBI claim only to the extent permitted by, and in accordance with, the procedures in 40 CFR part 2. *Burden Statement:* The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 10 hours per response. Burden means the total time, effort or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and transmit or otherwise disclose the information. *Respondents/Affected Entities:* Entities potentially affected by this action are establishments or organizations engaged in formulating, producing, purchasing or distributing surfactants or products containing surfactants. *Estimated No. of Respondents:* 375. *Frequency of Collection:* On occasion. *Estimated Total Annual Hour Burden:* 3,750 hours. *Estimated Total Annual Labor Costs:* $182,625. *Changes in Burden Estimates:* This is a new information collection request. The burden associated with responses to this new information collection reflects an increase of 3,750 hours in the total estimated respondent burden from that currently in the OMB inventory. This increase represents a program change. Dated: November 6, 2007. Sara Hisel-McCoy, Director, Collection Strategies Division. [FR Doc. E7-22154 Filed 11-9-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL-8494-6] Meeting of the Total Coliform Rule Distribution System Advisory Committee—Notice of Public Meeting AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: Under Section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, the United States Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA)is giving notice of a meeting of the Total Coliform Rule Distribution System Advisory Committee (TCRDSAC). The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the Total Coliform Rule
(TCR)revision and information about distribution systems issues that may impact water quality. The TCRDSAC advises and makes recommendations to the Agency on revisions to the TCR, and on what information should be collected, research conducted, and/or risk management strategies evaluated to better inform distribution system contaminant occurrence and associated public health risks. Topics to be discussed in the meeting include: TCR rule objectives and how the TCR relates to other Safe Drinking Water Act regulations, TCR indicator framework, TCR implementation and compliance analysis, potential ways to revise the TCR, and an assessment of the information on distribution system issues that may impact water quality. DATES: The public meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 (8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Eastern Time (ET)) and Thursday, December 6, 2007 (8 a.m. to 3 p.m., ET). Attendees should register for the meeting by calling Kate Zimmer at
(202)965-6387 or by e-mail to *kzimmer@resolv.org* no later than December 3, 2007. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at RESOLVE, 1255 Twenty-Third St., NW., Suite 275, Washington, DC 20037. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For general information, contact Kate Zimmer of RESOLVE at
(202)965-6387. For technical inquiries, contact Ken Rotert ( *rotert.kenneth@epa.gov* ,
(202)564-5280), Standards and Risk Management Division, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (MC 4607M), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460; Fax number:
(202)564-3767. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The meeting is open to the public. The Committee encourages the public's input and will take public comment starting at 5:30 p.m. on December 5, 2007, for this purpose. It is preferred that only one person present the statement on behalf of a group or organization. To ensure adequate time for public involvement, individuals interested in presenting an oral statement may notify Jini Mohanty, the Designated Federal Officer, by telephone at 202-564-5269, no later than December 3, 2007. Any person who wishes to file a written statement can do so before or after a Committee meeting. Written statements received by December 3, 2007, will be distributed to all members before any final discussion or vote is completed. Any statements received on December 4, 2007, or after the meeting will become part of the permanent meeting file and will be forwarded to the members for their information. Special Accommodations For information on access or accommodations for individuals with disabilities, please contact Jini Mohanty at 202-564-5269 or by e-mail at *mohanty.jini@epa.gov* . Please allow at least 10 days prior to the meeting to give EPA as much time to process your request. Dated: November 7, 2007. Cynthia C. Dougherty, Director, Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water. [FR Doc. E7-22116 Filed 11-9-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560-50-P FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Notice of Public Information Collection(s) Being Submitted for Review to the Office of Management and Budget November 5, 2007. SUMMARY: The Federal Communications Commission, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burden invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection(s), as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act
(PRA)of 1995, Public Law 104-13. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act
(PRA)that does not display a valid control number. Comments are requested concerning
(a)whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility;
(b)the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate;
(c)ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and
(d)ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Written Paperwork Reduction Act
(PRA)comments should be submitted on or before December 13, 2007. If you anticipate that you will be submitting PRA comments, but find it difficult to do so within the period of time allowed by this notice, you should advise the FCC contact listed below as soon as possible. ADDRESSES: Direct all PRA comments to Nicholas A. Fraser, Office of Management and Budget,
(202)395-5887, or via fax at 202-395-5167 or via Internet at *Nicholas_A._Fraser@omb.eop.gov* and to *Judith-B. Herman@fcc.gov,* Federal Communications Commission, Room 1-B441, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC 20554 or an e-mail to *PRA@fcc.gov.* If you would like to obtain or view a copy of this information collection, you may do so by visiting the OMB's ROCIS system at: *http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.* FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For additional information or copies of the information collection(s), contact Judith B. Herman at 202-418-0214 or via the Internet at *Judith-B.Herman@fcc.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *OMB Control Number:* 3060-0798. *Title: FCC Application for Radio Service Authorization:* Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau. *Form No.:* FCC Form 601. *Type of Review:* Revision of a currently approved collection. *Respondents:* Individuals or households; business or other for-profit; not-for-profit institutions and state, local or tribal government. *Number of Respondents:* 253,120 respondents; 253,120 responses. *Estimated Time per Response:* 1.25 hours (average). *Frequency of Response:* On occasion and every 10 year reporting requirements, recordkeeping requirement and third party disclosure requirement. *Obligation to Respond:* Required to obtain or retain benefits. *Total Annual Burden:* 221,780 hours. *Total Annual Cost:* $50,664,000. *Privacy Act Impact Assessment:* Yes. *Nature and Extent of Confidentiality:* Respondents may request materials or information submitted to the Commission to be withheld from public inspection under 47 CFR 0.459 of the Commission's rules. *Needs and Uses:* The Commission will submit this information collection to the OMB as a revision during this comment period to obtain the full three-year clearance from them. There is a change in the number of respondents/responses, burden hours and annual costs due to instructional changes to Schedules B and D due to Auction 73 of the 700 MHz band licenses ( *Second Report and Order* in FCC 07-132, WT Docket No. 06-150) which is scheduled for January 16, 2008. The FCC Form 601 is a consolidated, multi-part application form, or “long form,” that is used for general market-based licensing and site-by-site licensing for wireless telecommunications and public safety services filed through the Commission's Universal Licensing System (ULS). FCC Form 601 is composed of a main form that contains the administrative information and a series of schedules used for filing technical and other information. Respondents are encouraged to submit FCC Form 601 electronically and are required to do so when submitting the FCC Form 601 to apply for an authorization for which the applicant was the winning bidder in a spectrum auction (700 MHz auction scheduled for January 16, 2008). *OMB Control Number:* 3060-0799. *Title:* FCC Ownership Disclosure Information for the Wireless Telecommunications Services. *Form No.:* FCC Form 602. *Type of Review:* Revision of a currently approved collection. *Respondents:* Business or other for-profit; not-for-profit institutions and state, local or tribal government. *Number of Respondents:* 550 respondents; 5,216 responses. *Estimated Time Per Response:* 1.50 hours (average). *Frequency of Response:* On occasion reporting requirement and third party disclosure requirement. *Obligation to Respond:* Required to obtain or retain benefits. *Total Annual Burden:* 5,216 hours. *Total Annual Cost:* $508,200. *Privacy Act Impact Assessment:* No. *Nature and Extent of Confidentiality:* Respondents may request materials or information submitted to the Commission to be withheld from public inspection under 47 CFR 0.459 of the Commission's rules. *Needs and Uses:* The Commission will submit this information collection to the OMB as a revision during this comment period to obtain the full three-year clearance from them. There is a change in the number of respondents/responses, burden hours and annual costs due to Auction 73 of the 700 MHz band licenses ( *Second Report and Order* in FCC 07-132, WT Docket No. 06-150) which is scheduled for January 16, 2008. There is no change to the FCC Form 602—just an increase in the number of new respondents that are affected by this collection—which changed the total annual burden hours and annual costs. The purpose of the FCC Form 602 is to obtain the identity of the filer and to elicit information required by Section 1.2112 of the Commission's rules regarding:
(1)Persons or entities holding a 10 percent or greater direct or indirect ownership interest or any general partners in a general partnership holding a direct or indirect ownership interest in the applicant (“Disclosable Interest Holders”); and
(2)all FCC-regulated entities in which the filer or any of its Disclosable Interest Holders owns a 10 percent or greater interest. The data collected on the FCC Form 602 includes the FCC Registration Number (FRN), which serves as a “common link” for all filings an entity has with the FCC. The Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996 requires that entities filing with the Commission to use a FRN. The FCC Form 602 was designed for, and must be filed electronically by all licensees that hold licenses in auctionable services. Federal Communications Commission. Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary. [FR Doc. E7-22112 Filed 11-9-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712-01-P FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Notice of Public Information Collection(s) Being Submitted to the Office of Management and Budget, Comment Requested November 6, 2007. SUMMARY: The Federal Communications Commission, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burden invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection(s), as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act
(PRA)of 1995, Public Law 104-13. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control number. No person shall be subject to any penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act
(PRA)that does not display a valid control number. Comments are requested concerning
(a)whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility;
(b)the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate;
(c)ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; and
(d)ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Written Paperwork Reduction Act
(PRA)comments should be submitted on or before January 14, 2008. If you anticipate that you will be submitting PRA comments, but find it difficult to do so within the period of time allowed by this notice, you should advise the FCC contact listed below as soon as possible. ADDRESSES: Direct all PRA comments to Nicholas A. Fraser, Office of Management and Budget,
(202)395-5887, or via fax at 202-395-5167 or via Internet at *Nicholas_A._Fraser@omb.eop.gov* and to *Judith-B.Herman@fcc.gov,* Federal Communications Commission, Room 1-B441, 445 12th Street, SW., Washington, DC 20554 or an e-mail to *PRA@fcc.gov.* If you would like to obtain or view a copy of this information collection after the 60-day comment period, you may do so by visiting the OMB's ROCIS site at: *http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.* FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For additional information or copies of the information collection(s), contact Judith B. Herman at 202-418-0214 or via the Internet at *Judith-B.Herman@fcc.gov.* SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: *OMB Control Number:* 3060-0686. *Title:* Streamlining the International Section 214 Authorization Process and Tariff Requirements. *Form No.:* N/A. *Type of Review:* Revision of a currently approved collection. *Respondents:* Business or other for-profit. *Number of Respondents:* 3,563 respondents; 3,563 responses. *Estimated Time Per Response:* 561 hours (average). *Frequency of Response:* On occasion, annual and quarterly reporting requirements, recordkeeping requirement and third party disclosure requirement. *Obligation to Respond:* Required to obtain or retain benefits. *Total Annual Burden:* 147,753 hours. *Total Annual Cost:* $16,162,000. *Privacy Act Impact Assessment:* N/A. *Nature and Extent of Confidentiality:* There is no need for confidentiality. *Needs and Uses:* The Commission will submit this revision to the OMB after this 60-day comment period to obtain the full three-year clearance from them. The Commission released a *Report and Order* on June 22, 2007 in IB Docket No. 04-47, FCC 07-118. Among other requirements, international carriers must notify the Commission at the same time that they notify affected customers of the discontinuance of international service. The Commission reduced the time period for such notification(s) from 60 to 30 days. If the collections were not conducted or were conducted less frequently, applicants would not obtain the authorizations necessary to provide telecommunications services, and the Commission will be unable to carry out its mandate under the Communications Act of 1934 and the Cable Landing License Act. Furthermore, the Commission would not be able to ensure that applicants and current licensees comply with the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972
(CZMA)statute. Additionally, without the information collections, the United States would jeopardize its ability to fulfill the U.S. obligations as negotiated under the World Trading Organization
(WTO)Basic Telecom Agreement because these collections are imperative to detecting and deterring anticompetitive conduct. They are also necessary to preserve the Executive Branch agencies' and the Commission's ability to review foreign investments for national security, law enforcement, foreign policy, and trade concerns. *OMB Control Number:* 3060-0944. *Title:* Review of Commission Consideration of Applications Under the Cable Landing License Act. *Form No.:* N/A. *Type of Review:* Revision of a currently approved collection. *Respondents:* Business or other for-profit. *Number of Respondents:* 211 respondents; 211 responses. *Estimated Time Per Response:* 7 hours (average). *Frequency of Response:* On occasion reporting requirement and third party disclosure requirement. *Obligation to Respond:* Required to obtain or retain benefits. *Total Annual Burden:* 1,056 hours. *Total Annual Cost:* $407,600. *Privacy Act Impact Assessment:* N/A. *Nature and Extent of Confidentiality:* There is no need for confidentiality. *Needs and Uses:* The Commission will submit this revision to the OMB after this 60-day comment period to obtain the full three-year clearance from them. The Commission released a *Report and Order* on June 22, 2007 in IB Docket No. 04-47, FCC 07-118. Among other requirements, cable landing applicants and current licensees must comply with an environmental statute, Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (CZMA). The statute authorizes states to develop coastal management programs, subject to Federal approval by the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Specifically, they must furnish a certification to the Commission and applicable state(s) that the proposed activity complies with the enforceable policies of the state's approved program and such activity will be conducted in a manner consistent with the program. If the collection of information is not conducted or is conducted less frequently, applicants will not obtain the authorizations necessary to provide telecommunications services, and the Commission will be unable to carry out its mandate under the Cable Landing License Act and Executive Order 10530. Furthermore, the Commission would not be able to ensure that applicants and current licensees comply with the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972
(CZMA)statute. In addition, without this collection of information, the United States would jeopardize its ability to fulfill the U.S. obligations as negotiated under the World Trade Organization
(WTO)Basic Telecom Agreement because these information collection requirements are imperative to detecting and deterring anticompetitive conduct. They are also necessary to preserve the Executive Branch agencies and the Commission's ability to review foreign investments for national security, law enforcement, foreign policy and trade concerns. Federal Communications Commission. Marlene H. Dortch, Secretary. [FR Doc. E7-22122 Filed 11-9-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712-01-P FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION Sunshine Act Notices Date and Time: *Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at 10:00 a.m.* Place: 999 E Street, NW., Washington, DC (Ninth Floor). Status: This meeting will be open to the public. Items to be Discussed: Correction and Approval of Minutes. Final Rules on Electioneering Communications. Management and Administrative Matters. Person to Contact for Information: Mr. Robert Biersack, Press Officer, Telephone:
(202)694-1220. Mary W. Dove, Secretary of the Commission. [FR Doc. 07-5651 Filed 11-8-07; 3:19 pm]
Connectionstraces to 5
8 references not yet in our index
  • 10 CFR 860
  • Pub. L. 92-463
  • 5 CFR 1320.12
  • 5 CFR 1320.8(d)
  • 40 CFR 9
  • 40 CFR 2
  • Pub. L. 104-13
  • 47 CFR 0.459
Citation graph
cites case law
Notices
Notice of 229 Boundary Revision for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Cite10 CFR 860
Pub. L.Pub. L. 92-463
Cite5 CFR 1320.12
Cite5 CFR 1320.8(d)
Cite40 CFR 9
Cites 13 · showing 10Cited by 0 across 0 sources
★   the supreme law of the land   ★
Don't Tread on Me
E Pluribus Unum — out of many, one

"If you don't know your rights, you don't have any."

Marginalia · a citizen's law index
A research desk, not legal advice. Always read the cited source before relying on a summary.
Questions or an issue? support@self-law.org
disclaimerMarginalia is a research index, not a law firm. Nothing on this site is legal, tax, or financial advice and no attorney–client relationship is formed by using it. Statutes, regulations, and case law change; summaries, search results, AI output, and member posts may be incomplete, out of date, or wrong. Any interpretation drawn from material on this site should be validated by a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before you act on it.