[Federal Register Volume 63, Number 214 (Thursday, November 5, 1998)] [Notices] [Pages 59840-59841] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 98-29598] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS [OMB Control No. 2900-New (OP&P)] Proposed Information Collection Activity: Proposed Collection; Comment Request AGENCY: Office of Policy and Planning, Department of Veterans Affairs. ACTION: Notice. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The Office of Policy and Planning (OP&P), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed new collection of information, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice solicits comments on the information that will be collected by a survey concerning the VA's three educational programs. DATES: Written comments and recommendations on the proposed collection of information should be received on or before January 4, 1999. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the collection of information to Marcelle Habibion, Task Order Project Manager, Office of Assistant Secretary for Policy and Planning (008), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20420. Please refer to ``OMB Control No. 2900-NEW (OP&P)'' in any correspondence. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Marcelle Habibion at (202) 273-5058 or FAX (202) 273-5993. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Under the PRA of 1995 (Public Law 104-13; 44 U.S.C., 3501-3520), Federal agencies must obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for each collection of information they conduct or sponsor. This request for comment is being made pursuant to Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA. With respect to the following collection of information, the Office of Policy and Planning invites comments on: (1) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of VA's functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of VA'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 [[Page 59841]] collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology. Title: Program Evaluation of VA's Education Programs. OMB Control Number: None assigned. Type of Review: New collection. Abstract: The purpose of this project is to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of three education programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs: Montgomery GI Bill (Title 38 U.S.C., Chapter 30); Montgomery GI Bill for Selected Reserves (Title 10 U.S.C., Chapter 1606); and Dependents' Education Assistance (Title 38 U.S.C., Chapter 35). The telephone surveys will determine the extent to which each program meets its statutory intent and the expectations of veterans, school officials, legislators, and program officials. The surveys will also examine how well the programs are poised to meet the needs of veterans in the early 21st century and make recommendations as to how best to meet these needs. They will also make an independent, unbiased assessment and recommendation on a strategy to continue to deliver the best possible educational benefits and services at the least cost to all users of education benefits under these three programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Affected Public: Individuals or households--Business or other for profit. Estimated Annual Burden: 2,240 hours. Estimated Time Per Respondent: 16 minutes. Frequency of Response: One-time. Estimated Number of Respondents: 8,400. Dated: October 15, 1998. By direction of the Secretary. Sandra S. McIntyre, Program Analyst Information Management Service. [FR Doc. 98-29598 Filed 11-4-98; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8320-01-P