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assistance as well as State-specific and comprehensive reports that will update the public and Congress about Race to the Top. It is in the public interest to present the data in a timely manner.

Additional Information: Pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.13(a)(2)(iii), the Department is requesting emergency approval as the use of the normal clearance procedures will disrupt the timely collection of the information critical for managing the performance of Race to the Top grants and effectiveness. This is the first year of implementation of a $4 billion dollar program, the largest discretionary grant program ever administered by the Department. As a result, the program continues to generate high public interest.

If the routine paperwork processing timeline is followed, the Race to the Top Annual Performance Report data collection tool will not be released until August. Given that many LEAs begin the school year in August; this timing would create an undue burden on the LEAs and on the State. During the process of developing the Race to the Top Annual Performance Report, we elicited feedback from grantees regarding the timing of collection. Based on that feedback, we believe that a June timeframe would best meet the needs of the grantees and the Department.

Copies of the proposed information collection request may be accessed from http://edicsweb.ed.gov, by selecting the

‘‘Browse Pending Collections’’ link and by clicking on link number 4576. When you access the information collection, click on ‘‘Download Attachments’’ to view. Written requests for information should be addressed to U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW., LBJ, Washington, DC 20202–4537. Requests may also be electronically mailed to the Internet address ICDocketMgr@ed.gov or faxed to 202– 401–0920. Please specify the complete title of the information collection when making your request.

Comments regarding burden and/or the collection activity requirements should be electronically mailed to ICDocketMgr@ed.gov 202–260–8916. Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1–800–877–

8339.

[FR Doc. 2011–10301 Filed 4–27–11; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 4000–01–P DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY** 

**Nuclear Energy Advisory Committee; Meeting** 

**AGENCY :**  Office of Nuclear Energy, Department of Energy.

**ACTION :**  Notice of open meeting.

**SUMMARY :**  This notice announces a meeting of the Nuclear Energy Advisory Committee (NEAC). The Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92– 463, 86 Stat. 770) requires that public notice of these meetings be announced in the Federal Register

. **DATES :**  Wednesday, June 15, 2011, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

**ADDRESSES :**  L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, 480 L’Enfant Plaza, SW., Washington, DC
20024.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT :**  Kenneth Chuck Wade, Designated Federal Officer, U.S. Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585; telephone (301) 903–6509; e-mail Kenneth.wade@nuclear.energy.gov.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :** 

Background: The Nuclear Energy Advisory Committee (NEAC), formerly the Nuclear Energy Research Advisory Committee (NERAC), was established in 1998 by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to provide advice on complex scientific, technical, and policy issues that arise in the planning, managing, and implementation of DOE’s civilian nuclear energy research programs. The committee is composed of 16 individuals of diverse backgrounds selected for their technical expertise and experience, established records of distinguished professional service, and their knowledge of issues that pertain to nuclear energy.

Purpose of the Meeting: To inform the committee of recent developments and current status of research programs and projects pursued by the Department of Energy’s Office of Nuclear Energy and receive advice and comments in return from the committee.

Tentative Agenda: The meeting is expected to include presentations that cover such topics as the Office of Nuclear Energy’s 2011 Budget and the status of Nuclear Energy’s New Start Programs. The Nuclear Reactor Technology subcommittee will present its final report on the Next Generation Nuclear Power Reactor and the Fuel Cycle subcommittee will update the Committee on its efforts. Finally, the Committee will be given a presentation on the status of Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power facility. The agenda may change to accommodate committee business. For updates, one is directed to the NEAC Web site: http:// www.ne.doe.gov/neac/ neNeacMeetings.html.

Public Participation: Individuals and representatives of organizations who would like to offer comments and suggestions may do so on the day of the meeting, Wednesday June 15, 2011. Approximately thirty minutes will be reserved for public comments. Time allotted per speaker will depend on the number who wish to speak but is not expected to exceed 5 minutes. Anyone who is not able to make the meeting or has had insufficient time to address the committee is invited to send a written statement to Kenneth Chuck Wade, U.S. Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585, or e-mail: kenneth.wade@nuclear.energy.gov.

Minutes: The minutes of the meeting will be available by contacting Mr. Wade at the address above or on the Department of Energy, Office of Nuclear Energy’s Web site at: http://www.ne. doe.gov/neac/neNeacMeetings.html.

Issued at Washington, DC, on April 22,

2011. LaTanya Butler, Acting Deputy Committee Management Officer.

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**BILLING CODE 6450–01–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY**

**Blue Ribbon Commission on America’s Nuclear Future** 

**AGENCY :**  Office of Nuclear Energy, Department of Energy.

**ACTION :**  Notice of open meeting.

**SUMMARY :**  This notice announces an open meeting of the Blue Ribbon Commission on America’s Nuclear Future (the Commission). The Commission was organized pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92–463, 86 Stat. 770) (the Act). This notice is provided in accordance with the Act.

**DATES :**  Friday, May 13, 2011, 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.

**ADDRESSES :**  Renaissance Washington, DC Dupont Circle Hotel, 1143 New Hampshire Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20037, Telephone: (202) 775–0800.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT :**  Timothy A. Frazier, Designated Federal Officer, U.S. Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585; telephone (202) 586–4243 or facsimile (202) 586–0544; e-mail


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CommissionDFO@nuclear.energy.gov. Additional information will be available
at http://www.brc.gov.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :** 

Background: The President directed that the Commission be established to conduct a comprehensive review of policies for managing the back end of the nuclear fuel cycle. The Commission will provide advice and make recommendations on issues including alternatives for the storage, processing, and disposal of civilian and defense spent nuclear fuel and nuclear waste. The Commission is scheduled to submit a draft report to the Secretary of Energy in July 2011 and a final report in January 2012.

This is the seventh open full Commission meeting. Previous meetings were held in March, May, July, September, and November 2010 and February 2011. Webcasts of the previous meetings along with meeting transcripts and presentations are available at http://www.brc.gov.

Purpose of the Meeting: There are two purposes for this meeting. The first is to understand what steps are being taken by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Department of Energy to review the safety of nuclear facilities— particularly facilities for the storage of spent nuclear fuel and high-level wastes—in light of the events in Japan.The second purpose is to allow the Cochairs of the three Subcommittees— Reactor and Fuel Cycle Technology, Transportation and Disposal, and Disposal—to review draft recommendations with the full Commission.

Tentative Agenda: The meeting is expected to begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011. The agenda will include presentations by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Department of Energy. The subcommittee presentations are expected to begin at 11 a.m. with a break for lunch at noon and resuming at 1 p.m. Public statements will begin at approximately 3:15 p.m. and conclude at 4:30 p.m.

Public Participation: Individuals and representatives of organizations who would like to offer comments and suggestions may do so at the end of the public session on Friday, May 13, 2011. Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes will be reserved for public comments from 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Time allotted per speaker will depend on the number who wish to speak but will not exceed 5 minutes. The Designated Federal Officer is empowered to conduct the meeting in a fashion that will facilitate the orderly conduct of business. Those wishing to speak should register to do so beginning at 8:30 a.m. on May 13, 2011, at the Renaissance Washington, DC Dupont Circle Hotel. Registration to speak will close at 2 p.m., May 13, 2011.

Those not able to attend the meeting or having insufficient time to address the committee are invited to send a written statement to Timothy A. Frazier, U.S. Department of Energy 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington DC 20585; e-mail to CommissionDFO@nuclear.energy.gov, or post comments on the Commission Web site at http://www.brc.gov.

Additionally, the meeting will be available via live video webcast. The link will be available at http:// www.brc.gov.

Minutes: The minutes of the meeting will be available at http://www.brc.gov or by contacting Mr. Frazier. He may be reached at the postal address or e-mail address above.

Issued at Washington, DC, on April 25,

2010. LaTanya Butler, Acting Deputy Committee Management Officer.

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**BILLING CODE 6450–01–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY**

**Federal Energy Regulatory Commission** 

**[Project No. P–2713–082]**

**Erie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P.; Notice of Application Accepted for**  **Filing, Soliciting Motions To Intervene and Protests, Ready for Environmental**  **Analysis, and Soliciting Comments, Recommendations, Preliminary Terms**  **and Conditions, and Preliminary Fishway Prescriptions** 

Take notice that the following hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection.

a. Type of Application: New Major License.

b. Project No.: 2713–082.

c. Date filed: December 30, 2010. d. Applicant: Erie Boulevard Hydropower, L.P.

e. Name of Project: Oswegatchie River Hydroelectric Project.

f. Location: The existing multidevelopment project is located on the Oswegatchie River in St. Lawrence County, New York. The project does not affect Federal lands.

g. Filed Pursuant to: Federal Power Act 16 U.S.C. 791 (a)—825(r).

h. Applicant Contact: Daniel Daoust, Compliance Specialist, Brookfield Renewable Power, 33 West 1st Street South, Fulton, NY 13069; Telephone (315) 598–6131.

i. FERC Contact: John Baummer, Telephone (202) 502–6837, and e-mail john.baummer@ferc.gov.

j. Deadline for filing motions to intervene and protests, comments, recommendations, preliminary terms and conditions, and preliminary prescriptions: 60 days from the issuance date of this notice; reply comments are due 105 days from the issuance date of this notice.

Motions to intervene, protests, comments, recommendations, preliminary terms and conditions, and preliminary fishway prescriptions may be filed electronically via the Internet. See 18 CFR 385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission’s Web site http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ efiling.asp. Commenters can submit brief comments up to 6,000 characters, without prior registration, using the eComment system at http:// www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ ecomment.asp. You must include your name and contact information at the end of your comments. For assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at FERCOnlineSupport@ferc.gov or toll free at 1–866–208–3676, or for TTY, (202) 502–8659. Although the Commission strongly encourages electronic filing, documents may also be paper-filed. To paper-file, mail an original and seven copies to: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC 20426.

The Commission’s Rules of Practice require all intervenors filing documents with the Commission to serve a copy of that document on each person on the official service list for the project. Further, if an intervenor files comments or documents with the Commission relating to the merits of an issue that may affect the responsibilities of a particular resource agency, they must also serve a copy of the document on that resource agency.

k. This application has been accepted for filing and is now ready for environmental analysis.

l. The existing Oswegatchie River Hydroelectric Project consists of six developments with an installed capacity of 28.56 megawatts (MW) and an average annual generation of 123,769 megawatt-hours. The six developments, listed from upstream to downstream, include:

Browns Falls

The existing Browns Falls Development is located at river mile 96.9 of the Oswegatchie River and