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Agency Licensing Committee is vacant, the individual serving in that position in an acting capacity shall serve on the Agency Licensing Committee. This authority will remain in effect until revoked in writing by the Administrator or by operation of law.

Dated: February 17, 2011. Karen G. Mills,
Administrator.
[FR Doc. 2011–4122 Filed 2–23–11; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 8025–01–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF STATE**

**[Public Notice: 7345]**
**60–Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: DS–5513,**  **Biographical Questionnaire for U.S. Passport, 1405–XXXX** 

**ACTION :**  Notice of request for public
comments.

**SUMMARY :**  The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment in the Federal Register preceding submission to OMB. We are conducting this process in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

• Title of Information Collection: Biographical Questionnaire for U.S. Passport.

• OMB Control Number: None.

• Type of Request: New Collection.

• Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Passport Services, Office of Project Management and Operational Support, Workforce Management (CA/PPT/PMO/WM)

• Form Number: DS–5513.

• Respondents: Individuals applying for a U.S. passport.

• Estimated Number of Respondents: 74,021.

• Estimated Number of Responses: 74,021.

• Average Hours Per Response: 45 Minutes.

• Total Estimated Burden: 55,516.

• Frequency: On occasion.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain a Benefit.

**DATES :**  The Department will accept comments from the public up to 60 days from February 24, 2011.

**ADDRESSES :**  You may submit comments by any of the following methods:

• E-mail: GarciaAA@state.gov.

• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM submissions): Alexys Garcia, U.S. Department of State, 2100 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Room 3031, Washington, DC
20037.

• Fax: 202–736–9202.

• Hand Delivery or Courier: Alexys Garcia, U.S. Department of State, 2100 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Room 3031, Washington, DC 20037.

You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information collection title, and 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 information collection and supporting documents, Alexys Garcia, U.S. Department of State, 2100 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Room 3031, Washington, DC 20037, who may be reached on 202–736–9216 or at GarciaAA@state.gov.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :**  We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:

• Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper performance of our functions.

• Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the burden of the proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used.

• Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected.

• Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of technology.

Abstract of proposed collection: The primary purpose for soliciting this information is to establish citizenship, identity, and eligibility for a U.S. Passport Book or Passport Card. The information may also be used in connection with issuing other travel documents or evidence of citizenship, and in furtherance of the Secretary’s responsibility for the protection of U.S. nationals abroad.

Methodology: The Biographical Questionnaire for a U.S. Passport is submitted in conjunction with an application for a U.S. passport.

Dated: February 10, 2011. Brenda Sprague, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Passport Services, Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2011–4154 Filed 2–23–11; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 4710–06–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE** 
**[Public Notice: 7300]**
**60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection DS–573, DS–574, DS–575,**  **and DS–576, Overseas Schools—Grant Request Automated Submissions**  **Program (GRASP), OMB Control No. 1405–0036** 

**ACTION :**  Notice of request for public
comments.

**SUMMARY :**  The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment in the Federal Register preceding submission to OMB. We are conducting this process in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

• Title of Information Collection: Overseas Schools Grant Request Automated Submissions Program (GRASP).

• OMB Control Number: 1405–0036.

• Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved Collection.

• Originating Office: Bureau of Administration, A/OPR/OS.

• Form Number: DS–573, DS–574, DS–575, and DS–576.

• Respondents: Recipients of grants.

• Estimated Number of Respondents:
196.

• Estimated Number of Responses:
196.

• Average Hours per Response: 90 minutes.

• Total Estimated Burden: 294.

• Frequency: Annually.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain a benefit.

**DATES :**  The Department will accept comments from the public up to 60 days from February 24, 2011.

**ADDRESSES :**  Public comments, or requests for additional information, regarding the collection listed in this notice, should be directed to Keith D. Miller, Office of Overseas Schools. You may submit comments by any of the following methods:

• E-mail: millerkd2@state.gov.

• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM submissions): Keith D. Miller, Office of Overseas Schools, U.S. Department of State, Room H–328, 2301 C Street, NW., Washington, DC 20522–0132.

• Fax: 202–261–8224.

• Hand Delivery or Courier: Keith D. Miller, Office of Overseas Schools, U.S. Department of State, Room H–328, 2401 E Street, NW., Washington, DC 20037. You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information collection


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title, and 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 information collection and supporting documents, to Keith D. Miller, Office of Overseas Schools, U.S. Department of State, Room H–328, 2301 C Street, NW., Washington, DC 20522–0132, who may be reached on 202–261–8200 or at millerkd2@state.gov.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :** 

We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:

• Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper performance of our functions.

• Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the burden of the proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used.

• Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected.

• Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of technology.

Abstract of proposed collection:
The Office of Overseas Schools of the Department of State (A/OPR/OS) is responsible for determining that adequate educational opportunities exist at Foreign Service posts for dependents of U.S. Government personnel stationed abroad and for assisting American-sponsored overseas schools to demonstrate U.S. educational philosophy and practice. The information gathered enables A/OPR/OS to advise the Department and other foreign affairs agencies regarding current and constantly changing conditions, and enables A/OPR/OS to make judgments regarding assistance to schools for the improvement of educational opportunities.

Methodology:
Information is collected via electronic media.

Additional Information:
Dated: February 18, 2011. Matthew Klimow, Acting Executive Director, Bureau of Administration, Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2011–4156 Filed 2–23–11; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 4710–24–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE** 
**[Public Notice: 7341]**

**Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Request for Grant**  **Proposals: Youth Leadership Program With Sub-Saharan Africa** 

Announcement Type: New Cooperative Agreement.

Funding Opportunity Number: ECA/PE/C/PY–11–31.

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 19.415

Application Deadline: April 14, 2011. Executive Summary

The Office of Citizen Exchanges, Youth Programs Division, of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) announces an open competition for the Youth Leadership Program with Sub-Saharan Africa. Public and private non-profit organizations meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) may submit proposals to provide youth and adult participants with three-week exchanges focused on civic education, community service, and youth leadership development, and to support follow-on projects in their home communities. U.S. Embassies in the participating countries will recruit, screen, and select the participants. ECA anticipates awarding one or two cooperative agreements that will support approximately 100 participants from 10 countries. Exchanges for participants from Anglophone countries will be conducted in English, and exchanges for participants from Francophone countries will be conducted in French. The awards will be contingent upon the availability of FY–2011 funds. I. Funding Opportunity Description Authority

Overall grant making authority for this program is contained in the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961, Public Law 87–256, asamended, also known as the FulbrightHays Act. The purpose of the Act is ‘‘to enable the Government of the United States to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries * * *; to strengthen the ties which unite us with other nations by demonstrating the educational and cultural interests, developments, and achievements of the people of the United States and other nations * * * and thus to assist in the development of friendly, sympathetic and peaceful relations between the United States and the other countries of the world.’’ The funding authority for the program above is provided through legislation.

Overview

The Youth Leadership Program with Sub-Saharan Africa is a three-week exchange for high school youth and adult educators focused on civic education, community service, and youth leadership development. Subthemes that explore these overarching themes may be added, such as business and entrepreneurship, the environment, public health, or other topics relevant to the participating African countries. Participants engage in a variety of activities such as workshops on leadership and service, community site visits related to the program themes and subthemes, interactive training, presentations, visits to high schools, local cultural activities, and other activities designed to achieve the program’s stated goals. Multiple opportunities for participants to interact meaningfully with their American peers must be included. Follow-on activities with the participants are an integral part of the program, as the students apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired by planning service projects in their home communities.

The goals of the program are to: (1) Promote mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of Africa;

(2) Prepare youth leaders to become responsible citizens and contributing members of their communities; and

(3) Foster relationships among youth from different ethnic, religious, and national groups.

The objectives of the program are for participants to:

(1) Demonstrate a better understanding of the elements of a participatory democracy as practiced in the United States;

(2) Demonstrate critical thinking and leadership skills; and

(3) Demonstrate skill at developing project ideas and planning a course of action to bring the projects to fruition.

The primary themes of the program

are:

(1) Civic Education (Citizen Participation, Grassroots Democracy and Rule of Law);

(2) Community Service; and (3) Youth Leadership Development. For each project, applicant organizations must focus on these primary themes. Secondary themes, such as business and entrepreneurship, the environment, public health, or other topics relevant to the participating African countries, will serve to illustrate the more abstract concepts of the