Search Results for keywords:"Black Lung Benefits"

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  • 2024-29215 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Authorization for Release of Medical Information for Black Lung Benefits
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 100539
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    The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public feedback on an information collection request related to authorizing the release of medical information for Black Lung Benefits. The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) has submitted this request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as part of their review process. The public is encouraged to comment by January 13, 2025, focusing on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements for the collection process. This request involves gathering consent from individuals to use their medical evidence in support of Black Lung claims, impacting around 5,990 respondents annually.

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    The Department of Labor wants to hear what people think about sharing medical information for helping with Black Lung Benefits claims. They want to make sure they're collecting the right information and making it easy for everyone involved.

  • 2021-02874 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Report of Changes That May Affect Your Black Lung Benefits
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9389
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    The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on an information collection request in connection with the Black Lung Benefits Act. This collection helps ensure that beneficiaries continue to meet eligibility requirements by updating details such as income and marital status. The collection process includes forms that now offer an electronic filing option. Comments can be submitted until March 15, 2021, as the proposal is under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) according to the Paperwork Reduction Act.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to know if people getting help because they worked in coal mines still qualify by checking if they got married or earned more money. They’re asking people to share their thoughts about this but didn’t use easy words or give a number to call for free.