Notice2021-16876

Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection of eComments Requested; New Information Collection; Authorization for Release of Information-ATF Form 8620.56

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Published
August 9, 2021

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Justice DepartmentAlcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Bureau

Abstract

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Department of Justice (DOJ) will submit the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

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[Federal Register Volume 86, Number 150 (Monday, August 9, 2021)]
[Notices]
[Page 43566]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2021-16876]


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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

[OMB Number 1140-NEW]


Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed eCollection of 
eComments Requested; New Information Collection; Authorization for 
Release of Information--ATF Form 8620.56

AGENCY: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Department 
of Justice.

ACTION: 30-Day notice.

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SUMMARY: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), 
Department of Justice (DOJ) will submit the following information 
collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for 
review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 
1995.

DATES: Comments are encouraged and will be accepted for an additional 
30 days until September 8, 2021.

ADDRESSES: Written comments and recommendations for the proposed 
information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of 
this notice to <a href="http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain">www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain</a>. Find this particular 
information collection by selecting ``Currently under 30-day Review--
Open for Public Comments'' or by using the search function.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Written comments and suggestions from the 
public and affected agencies concerning the proposed collection of 
information are encouraged. Your comments should address one or more of 
the following four points:

--Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary 
for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including 
whether the information will have practical utility;
--Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the 
proposed collection of information, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used;
--Evaluate whether and if so how the quality, utility, and clarity of 
the information to be collected can be enhanced; and
--Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are 
to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, 
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic 
submission of responses.

Overview of This Information Collection

    Type of Information Collection: New collection.
    The Title of the Form/Collection: Authorization for Release of 
Information.
    The agency form number, if any, and the applicable component of the 
Department sponsoring the collection:
    Form number: ATF Form 8620.56.
    Component: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, 
U.S. Department of Justice.
    Affected public who will be asked or required to respond, as well 
as a brief abstract:
    Primary: Individuals or households.
    Other: None.
    Abstract: The Authorization for Release of Information--ATF Form 
8620.56 will be used to determine if a candidate complies with 
personnel security requirements and is suitable for Federal or 
contractor employment at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and 
Explosives (ATF).
    An estimate of the total number of respondents and the amount of 
time estimated for an average respondent to respond: An estimated 2,000 
respondents will use the form annually, and it will take each 
respondent approximately 5 minutes to complete their responses.
    An estimate of the total public burden (in hours) associated with 
the collection: The estimated annual public burden associated with this 
collection is 167 hours, which is equal to 2,000 (# of respondents) * 
.0833333 (5 minutes).
    If additional information is required contact: Melody Braswell, 
Department Clearance Officer, United States Department of Justice, 
Justice Management Division, Policy and Planning Staff, Two 
Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE, Mail Stop 3E.405A, Washington, DC 
20530.

    Dated: August 3, 2021.
Melody Braswell,
Department Clearance Officer for PRA, U.S. Department of Justice.
[FR Doc. 2021-16876 Filed 8-6-21; 8:45 am]
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