Notice2026-20823
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) Surveys
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Published
October 13, 2026
Issuing agencies
Housing and Urban Development Department
Abstract
HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comments from all interested parties on the proposed collection of information. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment.
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 196 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Pages 64938-64939]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-20823]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
[Docket No. FR-7103-N-09; OMB Control No.: 2528-0325]
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Training and
Technical Assistance (TTA) Surveys
AGENCY: Office of Policy Development and Research, HUD.
ACTION: Notice.
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SUMMARY: HUD is seeking approval from the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. In
accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comments
from all interested parties on the proposed collection of information.
The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment.
DATES: Comments Due Date: December 14, 2026.
ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments regarding
this proposal. Written comments and recommendations for the proposed
information collection can be sent within 60 days of publication of
this notice to <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a>. Interested persons are also invited
to submit comments regarding this proposal and comments should refer to
the proposal by name and/or OMB Control Number and should be sent to:
Kenneth Rogers, Senior Technical Assistance Analyst, Office of Policy
Development and Research, Department of Housing and Urban Development,
451 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20410. Comments may also be submitted
via email to <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#cc9c889e9cb9aea0a5af8fa3a1a1a9a2b8bf8ca4b9a8e2aba3ba"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="f2a2b6a0a287909e9b91b19d9f9f979c8681b29a8796dc959d84">[email protected]</span></a>.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kenneth Rogers, Senior Technical
Assistance Analyst, Office of Policy Development and Research,
Department of Housing and Urban Development, 451 7th Street SW,
Washington, DC 20410, email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#58133d36363d2c30760f760a373f3d2a2b18302d3c763f372e"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="7a311f14141f0e12542d5428151d1f08093a120f1e541d150c">[email protected]</span></a> or telephone (202)
402-4396. This is not a toll-free number. HUD welcomes and is prepared
to receive calls from individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, as
well as individuals with speech or communication disabilities. To learn
more about how to make an accessible telephone call, please visit
<a href="https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs">https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs</a>.
Copies of available supporting documents for the proposed
collection may be obtained from Mr. Rogers.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice informs the public that HUD is
seeking approval from OMB for the information collection described in
Section A.
A. Overview of Information Collection
Title of Information Collection: Training and Technical Assistance
(TTA) Surveys.
OMB Approval Number: 2528-0325.
Type of Request: Extension of currently approved collection.
Form Number: N/A.
Description of the need for the information and proposed use: The
surveys in this collection of information are necessary to
systematically gather user feedback and outcomes data to evaluate and
improve HUD's deployment and management of its Training and Technical
Assistance (TTA) resources. This type of outcomes data has been
consistently requested by both the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) and Congressional Appropriations Committee staff. Technical
assistance and training outcomes measurement and evaluation is
authorized under Sec. 501 of Title V of the HUD Act of 1970. The
surveys are voluntary on the part of respondents.
Respondents: TA Recipients and TA Providers.
Estimated Number of Respondents: 13,558 yearly (estimated).
Frequency of Response: 1.1 (some recipients may receive multiple
surveys from participating in multiple engagements).
Average Hours per Response: 10-15 minutes.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 2,837 (13,558 surveys x 10-15
minutes).
Estimated Total Annual Cost: The only cost for respondents is that
of their time. The total estimated cost to HUD in FY 2023 is
$92,575.23.
Legal Authority: The survey is conducted under Sec. 501 of Title V
of the HUD Act of 1970.
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Number of
Information collection respondents Frequency of Responses Per Burden hour Annual burden Hourly cost Annual cost
\1\ response Annum per response hours per response
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TA Survey for TA Provider............... 1,140 \2\ 1.1 1,254 0.25 313.5 \3\ $51.00 $15,988.50
TA Survey for Recipient................. 1,140 \4\ 1.1 1,254 0.25 313.5 \5\ 35.78 11,217.03
Survey for In-Person Training........... 3,500 \6\ 1.3 4,550 0.2 910 \7\ 29.57 26,908.70
Survey for Online Training.............. 5,000 \8\ 1.3 6,500 0.2 1,300 \9\ 29.57 38,441.00
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Totals.............................. 10,780 .............. 13,558 .............. 2,837 .............. 92,555.23
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\1\ Number of respondents is based on the frequency of TA and training engagements and the number of participants in recent years.
\2\ HUD anticipates that some TA providers will provide multiple TA engagements and be asked to complete two surveys.
\3\ Hourly rate from GS-13-01 Schedule for ``Rest of the U.S.'' as of January 2026.
\4\ HUD anticipates that some TA recipients will receive multiple TA engagements and be asked to complete two surveys.
\5\ Hourly rate from GS-11-01 Schedule for ``Rest of the U.S.'' as of January 2026.
\6\ HUD anticipates that roughly 30% of in person trainees will complete multiple trainings and be asked to complete more than one survey.
\7\ Hourly rate from GS-09-01 Schedule for ``Rest of the U.S.'' as of January 2026.
\8\ HUD anticipates that roughly 30% of online trainees will complete multiple trainings and be asked to complete more than one survey.
\9\ Hourly rate from GS-09-01 Schedule for ``Rest of the U.S.'' as of January 2026.
Respondent's Obligation: Participation is voluntary.
B. Solicitation of Public Comment
This notice is soliciting comments from members of the public and
affected parties concerning the collection of information described in
Section A on the following:
(1) 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;
(2) The accuracy of the agency'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
those who are to respond; including through the use of appropriate
automated collection techniques or other forms of information
technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses.
HUD encourages interested parties to submit comments in response to
these questions.
C. Authority
44 U.S.C. 3507.
Todd M. Richardson,
General Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research
[FR Doc. 2026-20823 Filed 10-9-26; 8:45 am]
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