60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: National Contact Point Web Page

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Abstract

The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.

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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 201 (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Pages 66383-66384]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-21460]


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DEPARTMENT OF STATE

[Public Notice 13152]


60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: National 
Contact Point Web Page

ACTION: Notice of request for public comment.

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SUMMARY: The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and 
Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. 
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are 
requesting comments on this collection

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from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this 
notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of 
the collection to OMB.

DATES: The Department will accept comments from the public up to 
December 21, 2026.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods:
    <bullet> Web: Persons with access to the internet may comment on 
this notice by going to <a href="http://www.Regulations.gov">www.Regulations.gov</a>. You can search for the 
document by entering ``Docket Number: DOS-2026-1157'' in the Search 
field. Then click the ``Comment Now'' button and complete the comment 
form.
    <bullet> Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#e89d9b868b98a89b9c899c8dc68f879e"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="cabfb9a4a9ba8ab9beabbeafe4ada5bc">[email&#160;protected]</span></a>
    You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information 
collection title, and the OMB control number in any correspondence.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Direct requests for additional 
information regarding the collection listed in this notice, including 
requests for copies of the proposed collection instrument and 
supporting documents, to Alan Krill, who may be reached on 
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection" class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="3c696f727f6c7c4f485d4859125b534a">[email&#160;protected]</a>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 
    <bullet> Title of Information Collection: National Contact Point 
Web Page.
    <bullet> OMB Control Number: None.
    <bullet> Type of Request: New Collection.
    <bullet> Originating Office: EEB/IFD/OIA.
    <bullet> Form Number: No form.
    <bullet> Respondents: Individuals or organizations submitting 
information as part of the Specific Instance Process under the OECD 
Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business 
Conduct.
    <bullet> Estimated Number of Respondents: 180 per year.
    <bullet> Estimated Number of Responses: 180.
    <bullet> Average Time per Response: 20 minutes.
    <bullet> Total Estimated Burden Time: 60 hours.
    <bullet> Frequency: On occasion.
    <bullet> Obligation to Respond: Voluntary.
    We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:
    <bullet> Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is 
necessary for the proper functions of the Department.
    <bullet> Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost 
burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used.
    <bullet> Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the 
information to be collected.
    <bullet> Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, 
including through the use of automated collection techniques or other 
forms of information technology.
    Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are 
public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you 
should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your 
personal information, will be available for public review.

Abstract of Proposed Collection

    The information collected will be used by the U.S. National Contact 
Point (U.S. NCP) to administer the Specific Instance process under the 
OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business 
Conduct. The information enables the U.S. NCP to understand the issues 
raised by a submitter, determine whether a matter is eligible for 
further consideration, obtain relevant information from the parties, 
facilitate dialogue or mediation where appropriate, and prepare any 
resulting statements or recommendations. The information may also be 
used to communicate with the parties, manage the case, and support the 
U.S. NCP's reporting and other responsibilities under the OECD 
Guidelines. Especially due to a recent increase in the volume of 
inquiries and submissions to the NCP, the collection is necessary for 
the Department to evaluate and process Specific Instance submissions 
and efficiently and effectively carry out the U.S. NCP' Specific 
Instance functions.

Methodology

    This collection will be completed totally online, through a 
dedicated web page.

Alice M. Kottmyer,
Attorney-Adviser, Office of the Legal Adviser, Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2026-21460 Filed 10-19-26; 8:45 am]
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