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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11593
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking public comments on the collection of information related to claims for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This information is collected through VA Forms 21-0781 and 21-0781a to help veterans provide evidence of stressful incidents experienced during their service. The collection is necessary for the VA to support veterans in proving their cases for compensation. Interested parties have 30 days to submit comments.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Department needs people's thoughts on how they collect information from soldiers who want help because they have been very scared during their service. They're asking for this to make the process better, like figuring out the best way to ask soldiers about their experiences.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11840
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection is related to the VA Loan Guaranty program, which helps veterans purchase, construct, and refinance homes. The VBA is asking for feedback on whether this data collection is necessary, its potential impact, and how to reduce respondent burden. Comments should be submitted by April 27, 2021, and the collection affects individuals involved in loan servicing, with an estimated annual burden of 63 hours.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Affairs Department wants people's thoughts on some new questions they want to ask veterans who take out loans to buy or fix their homes. They want to make sure these questions are really necessary and not too hard to answer.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10006
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection regarding specially adapted housing or special home adaptation grants for veterans. This is required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The public has 60 days to provide feedback, and comments can be submitted online or mailed to the specified addresses. The VA aims to gather information through VA Form 26-4555 to assess eligibility for these grants, with an estimated total annual burden of 500 hours for 2,000 respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Benefits Administration wants people to tell them what they think about a form that helps veterans get money to make their homes easier to live in. They have 60 days to send in their thoughts.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 1521
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is seeking public comments on a study about predicting how well oil from a wellhead will burn using a detailed computer model. This study, known as OSRR 1063, assesses the efficiency of burning oil in specific situations, and BSEE is conducting a peer review to ensure the study's scientific and technical accuracy. They invite responses to specific questions about the study's assumptions, methods, and findings. Comments can be submitted electronically or by mail until February 8, 2021, and should focus on the study's scientific content rather than policy issues.

    Simple Explanation

    The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) wants to know what people think about their computer test to see how much oil gets burned during spills. They are asking science experts to check if their test is accurate, and anyone can share their thoughts by sending a letter or an email until February 8, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8160
    Reading Time:about 27 minutes

    The Rural Business-Cooperative Service under the USDA has issued a notice inviting applications for grants under the Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) Program for the fiscal year 2021. These grants aim to promote economic development and job creation in rural areas by funding business opportunity and enterprise projects. Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2021, to the appropriate USDA Rural Development State Office. Eligibility is limited to public bodies, government entities, Indian Tribes, or nonprofit entities primarily serving rural areas, with strict requirements and a competitive selection process based on specific criteria.

    Simple Explanation

    The USDA is offering money to help grow businesses in the countryside. People like local governments, tribes, and nonprofits can ask for this money, but they must follow specific rules and apply by a certain date.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11054
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection pertains to the Fiduciary Agreement (VA Form 21P-4703), which serves as a contract to manage VA funds for beneficiaries deemed unable to do so themselves. The VBA invites feedback on the necessity and utility of this data collection, its estimated burden, and ways to minimize the burden on respondents. Comments should be submitted by April 26, 2021, and the public can view responses online during the comment period.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Benefits Administration wants to hear what people think about a form used to help someone manage money for veterans who can't do it themselves, and people can share their thoughts until April 26, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10004
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking public feedback on the collection of information for the REPS Annual Eligibility Report. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, federal agencies must notify the public and accept comments before extending an approved information collection. This form is required for certain benefits and helps determine eligibility for surviving spouses and dependent children of certain deceased veterans. The deadline for submitting comments is April 19, 2021, and comments can be submitted online or through mail.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Office is asking people to give feedback on some forms that help them decide if family members can get money after a veteran in their family has passed away. They want everyone to know about these forms and give comments by April 19, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11055
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is seeking public feedback on the proposed collection of information known as the Financial Counseling Statement, documented in VA Form 26-8844. This proposal is part of the requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, which mandates federal agencies to seek public comment for 60 days on such proposals. The form collects detailed financial information from individuals to help manage defaulted loans, aiming to enhance the understanding and handling of an individual's financial situation. The agency estimates that it will take respondents about 45 minutes to complete the form, with around 5,000 expected participants annually.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Office wants to hear what people think about a form called the Financial Counseling Statement. This form helps the office understand how to help people who might have trouble paying back loans.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9572
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection related to the Restored Entitlement Program for Survivors (REPS). This request is part of the requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, which mandates public notice and comment for such information collections. The goal is to gather input on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce the burden of this information collection. Interested parties have until April 19, 2021, to submit their comments.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Benefits Administration wants to hear what people think about some forms they use to help families of veterans who have passed away. They are asking until April 19, 2021, for ideas on how to make these forms easier and better for people to fill out.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9572
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This involves the use of form VAF 28-8832 for the Personalized Career Planning and Guidance (PCPG) benefits, which helps determine eligibility. Comments are invited on various aspects, such as the necessity and utility of the information and ways to minimize the burden on respondents. The form is intended for veterans, service members, and their families, with an estimated annual response time of 2,750 hours and a total of 11,000 respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    The Veterans Department wants people's opinions on a form that helps veterans plan their careers. They're checking if the form is needed and how to make it easier for people to fill out.