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your comments with the correct document.

Caution: You should be careful to include in your comments only information that you wish to make publicly available. Do not include in your comments any personal information, such as Social Security numbers or medical information.

1. Internet: We strongly recommend that you submit your comments via the Internet. Please visit the Federal eRulemaking portal at http:// www.regulations.gov. Use the Search function of the Web page to find docket number SSA–2012–0048. The system will issue you a tracking number to confirm your submission. It may take up to one week for your comment to be viewable.

2. Fax: Fax comments to (410) 966–
2830.

3. Mail: Mail your comments to the Office of Regulations and Reports Clearance, Social Security Administration, 107 Altmeyer Building, 6401 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, Maryland 21235–6401.

Comments are available for public viewing on the Federal eRulemaking portal at http://www.regulations.gov or in person, during regular business hours, by arranging with the contact person identified below.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT :**  Karl W. Tomak, Social Security Administration, 900 Altmeyer Building, 6401 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21235–6401, (410) 965–3192. For information about our programs or about eligibility or filing for benefits, please visit our Internet site, Social Security Online at http:// www.socialsecurity.gov, or call our national toll-free number, 1–800–772– 1213 or TTY 1–800–325–0778.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :**  Social Security’s programs affect nearly every American and contribute significantly to the Nation’s economy. Today, the challenge of service delivery is greater than at any other point in our history. Over the past few years, requests for our core services have risen dramatically as the population grew and baby boomers aged, passing through their most disability-prone years before retiring. In addition, we also have experienced huge increases in our workloads due to the economic downturn. These unprecedented workloads, combined with budget constraints, have placed serious strains on our service delivery. This means that we must work smarter to maintain the productivity gains of the past several years.

We intend to rely on technologydriven innovation, coupled with ongoing policy updates and streamlined business processes, to continue to transform our agency. We designed our SDP as part of our roadmap for continuing to provide excellent public service over the next decade, despite the challenges we expect to face.

When we initially developed the SDP, we sought suggestions from the public as to how we can continue to provide the best possible service. (77 FR 44306 (2012)). We have incorporated those suggestions into this version of the document. We invite you to review the document and send us any additional comments you have. Please see the information under **ADDRESSES** earlier in the document for methods to provide us your comments. We will not respond to your comments, but will consider them as we finalize our SDP.

Dated: March 5, 2013. Karena L. Kilgore, Executive Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2013–05595 Filed 3–11–13; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 4191–02–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF STATE**

**[Public Notice 8218]**

**60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Iran Democracy Program**  **Grants Vetting**

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

**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 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 May 13, 2013.

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

• Web: Persons with access to the Internet may use the Federal Docket Management System (FDMS) to comment on this notice by going to www.Regulations.gov. You can search for the document by entering ‘‘Public Notice ####’’ in the Search bar. If necessary, use the Narrow by Agency filter option on the Results page.

• Email: WaltersDL@state.gov

• Mail: U.S. Department of State, 2201 C St. NW., Room #1254, Washington, DC 20520 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 Danika Walters, 2201 C St. NW., Room #1245, Washington, DC 20520, who may be reached on 202–647–1347
or at WaltersDL@state.gov.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :** 

• Title of Information Collection: Iran Program Grants.

• OMB Control Number: 1405–0176.

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

• Originating Office: Office of Iranian Affairs, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA/IR).

• Form Number: DS–4100.

• Respondents: Potential grantees and participants for Iran programs.

• Estimated Number of Respondents:
200.

• Estimated Number of Responses:
200.

• Average Time per Response: 1 hour.

• Total Estimated Burden Time: 200 hours.

• Frequency: On occasion.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a Benefit.

We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:

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

• 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.

• 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 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: Awarding grants is a key component of the State Department’s Iran policy. As a condition of licensing these activities, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requires the Department to conduct vetting of potential Iran


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program grantees and sub-grantees for counter-terrorism purposes. To conduct this vetting, the Department collectsinformation from grantees and subgrantees regarding the identity and background of their key employees, boards of directors, and program participants.

Methodology: We will collect this information either through fax or electronic submission.

Dated: February 25, 2013. Leslie Tsou, Office Director, Office of Iranian Affairs, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Department of State.
[FR Doc. 2013–05671 Filed 3–11–13; 8:45 am]

**BILLING CODE 4710–31–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF STATE**

**[Public Notice: 8219]**

**30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Statement Regarding a**  **Lost or Stolen U.S. Passport Book and/ or Card** 

**ACTION :**  Notice of request for public comment and submission to OMB of proposed collection of information.

**SUMMARY :**  The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. 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 30 days for public comment.

**DATES :**  Submit comments directly to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) up to April 11, 2013.

**ADDRESSES :**  Direct comments to the Department of State Desk Officer in the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). You may submit comments by the following methods:

• Email: oira

_submission@omb.eop.gov. You must include the DS form number, information collection title, and the OMB control number in the subject line of your message.

• Fax: 202–395–5806. Attention: Desk Officer for Department of State.

**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 PPT Forms Officer, U.S. Department of State, 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. NW., Room 3030, Washington, DC 20037, who may be reached on (202)
663–2457 or at PPTFormsOfficer@state.gov.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :** 

• Title of Information Collection: Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen U.S. Passport Book and/or Card

• OMB Control Number: 1405–0014

• Type of Request: Revision of a Currently Approved Collection

• Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Passport Services, Office of Program Management and Operational Support, Program Coordination Division (CA/PPT/S/PMO/ PC)

• Form Number: DS–64

• Respondents: Individuals or Households

• Estimated Number of Respondents: 991,351 respondents per year

• Estimated Number of Responses: 991,351 responses per year

• Average Time per Response: 5 minutes

• Total Estimated Burden Time: 82,612 hours per year

• Frequency: On occasion

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a Benefit

We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:

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

• 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.

• 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 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 Secretary of State is authorized to issue U.S. passports under 22 U.S.C. 211a et seq, 8 U.S.C. 1104, and Executive Order 11295 (August 5, 1966). Department regulations provide that individuals whose valid or potentially valid U.S. passports were lost or stolen must make a report of the lost or stolen passport to the Department of State before they receive a new passport, so that the lost or stolen passport can be invalidated (22 CFR parts 50 and 51). The Enhanced Border Security and Visa Entry Reform Act of 2002 (8 U.S.C. 1737) requires the Department of State to collect accurate information on lost or stolen U.S. passports and to enter that information into a data system. Form DS–64 collects information identifying the person who held the lost or stolen passport and describing the circumstances under which the passport was lost or stolen. As required by the cited authorities, we use the information collected to accurately identify the passport that must be invalidated and to make a record of the circumstances surrounding the lost or stolen passport. False statements made knowingly or willfully on passport forms, in affidavits or other supporting documents are punishable by fine and/or imprisonment under U.S. law. (18 U.S.C. 1001, 1542– 1544).

Methodology: This form is used in conjunction with a DS–11, ‘‘Application for a U.S. Passport’’, or submitted separately to report loss or theft of a U.S. passport. Passport Services collects theinformation when a U.S. citizen or noncitizen national applies for a new U.S. passport and has been issued a previous, still valid U.S. passport that has been lost or stolen, or when a passport holder independently reports it lost or stolen. Passport applicants can either download the form from the Internet or obtain the form at any Passport Agency, Acceptance Facility, Embassy, or Consulate.

Additional Information: In addition to general format changes, the following content changes have been made to the form:

• Section 1—the field ‘‘Driver’s License or Military ID Number’’ was added to assist in the prevention of fraudulently submitted DS–64 forms.

• Section 2—was revised in its entirety breaking out the two main questions into items 2a through 2e to more efficiently organize the information we are requesting from the applicant.

• Section 3—A numbered, dark blue ribbon with instructions was added to clearly delineate the form sections and thereby assist the applicant to more efficiently review the information on the form.

• Section 3—the Department included a second signature and date line to allow for the signature of a second Parent/Guardian, if present, in keeping with the requirements of the DS–11 form.

• Section 3—at the bottom of this section, the Department added the