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Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 147 / Wednesday, July 31, 2013 / Notices

By direction of the Secretary.
Crystal Rennie,
VA Clearance Officer, U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2013–18316 Filed 7–30–13; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8320–01–P

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS
AFFAIRS
[OMB Control No. 2900–0624]

Proposed Information Collection
(Obligation To Report Factors
Affecting Entitlement) Activity;
Comment Request
Veterans Benefits
Administration, Department of Veterans
Affairs.
ACTION: Notice.
AGENCY:

The Veterans Benefits
Administration (VBA) is announcing an
opportunity for public comment on the
proposed collection of certain
information by the agency. Under the
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of
1995, Federal agencies are required to
publish notice in the Federal Register
concerning each proposed collection of
information, including each proposed
extension of a currently approved
collection, and allow 60 days for public
comment in response to the notice. This
notice solicits comments on information
needed to determine whether
adjustments in rates of benefit payments
are necessary.
DATES: Written comments and
recommendations on the proposed
collection of information should be
received on or before September 30,
2013.
SUMMARY:

Submit written comments
on the collection of information through
Federal Docket Management System
(FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov or to
Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits
Administration (20M35), Department of
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue
NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email
[email protected]. Please refer to
‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0624’’ in any
correspondence. During the comment
period, comments may be viewed online
through the FDMS.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 632–8924 or
fax (202) 632–8925.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the
PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C.
3501–3521), Federal agencies must
obtain approval from the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for each
collection of information they conduct
or sponsor. This request for comment is

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being made pursuant to Section
3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA.
With respect to the following
collection of information, VBA invites
comments on: (1) Whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary
for the proper performance of VBA’s
functions, including whether the
information will have practical utility;
(2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the
burden of the proposed collection of
information; (3) ways to enhance the
quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected; and (4)
ways to minimize the burden of the
collection of information on
respondents, including through the use
of automated collection techniques or
the use of other forms of information
technology.
Title: Obligation to Report Factors
Affecting Entitlement (38 CFR
3.204(a)(1), 38 CFR 3.256(a) and 38 CFR
3.277(b)).
OMB Control Number: 2900–0624.
Type of Review: Extension of a
currently approved collection.
Abstract: Claimants who applied for
or receives compensation, pension or
dependency and indemnity
compensation benefits must report
changes in their entitlement factors.
Individual factors such as income,
marital status, and the beneficiary’s
number of dependents, may affect the
amount of benefit that he or she receives
or affect the right to receive such
benefits.
Affected Public: Individuals or
households.
Estimated Annual Burden: 31,017
hours.
Estimated Average Burden per
Respondent: 5 minutes.
Frequency of Response: On occasion.
Estimated Number of Respondents:
372,209.
Dated: July 25, 2013.
By direction of the Secretary.
Crystal Rennie,
VA Clearance, U.S. Department of Veterans
Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2013–18406 Filed 7–30–13; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8320–01–P

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS
AFFAIRS
[OMB Control No. 2900–0159]

Proposed Information Collection
(Matured Endowment Notification)
Activity: Comment Request
Veterans Benefits
Administration, Department of Veterans
Affairs.
ACTION: Notice.
AGENCY:

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The Veterans Benefits
Administration (VBA), Department of
Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an
opportunity for public comment on the
proposed collection of certain
information by the agency. Under the
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of
1995, Federal agencies are required to
publish notice in the Federal Register
concerning each proposed collection of
information, including each proposed
extension of a currently approved
collection, and allow 60 days for public
comment in response to the notice. This
notice solicits comments on information
needed to determine the disposition of
proceeds of a matured endowment
policy.
DATES: Written comments and
recommendations on the proposed
collection of information should be
received on or before September 30,
2013.
ADDRESSES: Submit written comments
on the collection of information through
Federal Docket Management System
(FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov; or to
Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits
Administration (20M35), Department of
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue
NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email
[email protected]. Please refer to
‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0159’’ in any
correspondence. During the comment
period, comments may be viewed online
through FDMS.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 632–8924 or
fax (202) 632–8925.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the
PRA of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13; 44 U.S.C.
3501–3521), Federal agencies must
obtain approval from the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for each
collection of information they conduct
or sponsor. This request for comment is
being made pursuant to Section
3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA.
With respect to the following
collection of information, VBA invites
comments on: (1) Whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary
for the proper performance of VBA’s
functions, including whether the
information will have practical utility;
(2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the
burden of the proposed collection of
information; (3) ways to enhance the
quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected; and (4)
ways to minimize the burden of the
collection of information on
respondents, including through the use
of automated collection techniques or
the use of other forms of information
technology.
Title: Matured Endowment
Notification, VA Form 29–5767.
SUMMARY:

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Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 147 / Wednesday, July 31, 2013 / Notices
OMB Control Number: 2900–0159.
Type of Review: Extension of a
currently approved collection.
Abstract: VA Form 29–5767 is used to
notify the insured that his or her
endowment policy has matured. The
form also request that the insured elect
whether he or she prefer to receive the
proceeds in monthly installment or in a
combination of cash and monthly
installment and to designate a
beneficiary(ies) to receive the remaining
proceeds.
Affected Public: Individuals or
households.
Estimated Annual Burden: 2,867
hours.
Estimated Average Burden per
Respondent: 20 minutes.
Frequency of Response: On occasion.
Estimated Number of Respondents:
8,600.
Dated: July 26, 2013.
By direction of the Secretary.
Crystal Rennie,
VA Clearance Officer, U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2013–18367 Filed 7–30–13; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8320–01–P

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS
AFFAIRS
[OMB Control No. 2900–0252]

Proposed Information Collection
(Application for Authority To Close
Loans on an Automatic Basis—
Nonsupervised Lenders) Activity:
Comment Request
Veterans Benefits
Administration, Department of Veterans
Affairs.
ACTION: Notice.
AGENCY:

The Veterans Benefits
Administration (VBA), Department of
Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an
opportunity for public comment on the
proposed collection of certain
information by the agency. Under the
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of
1995, Federal agencies are required to
publish notice in the Federal Register
concerning each proposed collection of
information, including each proposed
extension of a currently approved
collection, and allow 60 days for public
comment in response to the notice. This
notice solicits comments for information
needed to authorize nonsupervised
lenders to close loans on an automatic
basis.
DATES: Written comments and
recommendations on the proposed
collection of information should be
received on or before September 30,
2013.

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Submit written comments
on the collection of information through
the Federal Docket Management System
(FDMS) at www.Regulations.gov or to
Nancy J. Kessinger, Veterans Benefits
Administration (20M35), Department of
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue
NW., Washington, DC 20420 or email
[email protected]. Please refer to
‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0252’’ in any
correspondence. During the comment
period, comments may be viewed online
through FDMS.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Nancy J. Kessinger at (202) 632–8924 or
fax (202) 632–8925.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the
PRA of 1995 (Public Law 104–13; 44
U.S.C. 3501–3521), Federal agencies
must obtain approval from the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for each
collection of information they conduct
or sponsor. This request for comment is
being made pursuant to Section
3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA.
With respect to the following
collection of information, VBA invites
comments on: (1) Whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary
for the proper performance of VBA’s
functions, including whether the
information will have practical utility;
(2) the accuracy of VBA’s estimate of the
burden of the proposed collection of
information; (3) ways to enhance the
quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected; and (4)
ways to minimize the burden of the
collection of information on
respondents, including through the use
of automated collection techniques or
the use of other forms of information
technology.
Title: Application for Authority to
Close Loans on an Automatic Basis—
Nonsupervised Lenders, VA Form 26–
8736.
OMB Control Number: 2900–0252.
Type of Review: Extension of a
currently approved collection.
Abstract: VA Form 26–8736 is used
by nonsupervised lenders requesting
approval to close loans on an automatic
basis. Automatic lending privileges
eliminate the requirement for
submission of loans to VA for prior
approval. Lending institutions with
automatic loan privileges may process
and disburse such loans and
subsequently report the loan to VA for
issuance of guaranty. The form requests
information considered crucial for VA
to make acceptability determinations as
to lenders who shall be approved for
this privilege.
Affected Public: Business or other forprofit.
Estimated Annual Burden: 50 hours.
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Estimated Average Burden per
Respondent: 25 minutes.
Frequency of Response: One time.
Estimated Number of Respondents:
120.
Dated: July 26, 2013.
By direction of the Secretary:
Crystal Rennie,
VA Clearance Officer, U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs.
[FR Doc. 2013–18371 Filed 7–30–13; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8320–01–P

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS
AFFAIRS
[OMB Control No. 2900–0117]

Agency Information Collection (Inquiry
Concerning Applicant for Employment)
Activities Under OMB Review
Office of Human Resources and
Administration, Department of Veterans
Affairs.
ACTION: Notice.
AGENCY:

In compliance with the
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995
(44 U.S.C. 3501–3521), this notice
announces that the Office of Human
Resources and Administration,
Department of Veterans Affairs, will
submit the collection of information
abstracted below to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for
review and comment. The PRA
submission describes the nature of the
information collection and its expected
cost and burden; it includes the actual
data collection instrument.
DATES: Comments must be submitted on
or before August 30, 2013.
ADDRESSES: Submit written comments
on the collection of information through
www.Regulations.gov; or to VA’s OMB
Desk Officer, OMB Human Resources
and Housing Branch, New Executive
Office Building, Room 10235,
Washington, DC 20503 (202) 395–7316.
Please refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–
0117’’ in any correspondence.
SUMMARY:

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR A COPY OF
THE SUBMISSION CONTACT: Crystal

Rennie, Enterprise Records Service
(005R1B), Department of Veterans
Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW.,
Washington, DC 20420, (202) 632–7492
or email: [email protected]. Please
refer to ‘‘OMB Control No. 2900–0117.’’
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title: Inquiry Concerning Applicant
for Employment, VA Form Letter 5–127.
OMB Control Number: 2900–0117.
Type of Review: Extension of a
currently approved collection.
Abstract: VA Form Letter 5–127 is
used to verify qualification for

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