### 25910 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 89 / Monday, May 10, 2010 / Notices

• Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department of State (CA/VO).

• Form Number: DS–156K.

• Respondents: Aliens applying for a nonimmigrant visa to enter the U.S. as the fiance  ́ (e) of a U.S. citizen.

• Estimated Number of Respondents: 35,000.

• Estimated Number of Responses: 35,000.

• Average Hours per Response: 1 hour.

• Total Estimated Burden: 35,000 hours per year.

• Frequency: Once per respondent.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a Benefit. **DATES :**  The Department will accept comments from the public up to 60 days from May 10, 2010. **ADDRESSES :**  You may submit comments by any of the following methods:

• E-mail: VisaRegs@state.gov (Subject line must read DS–156K Reauthorization).

• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM submissions): Chief, Legislation and Regulation Division, Visa Services—DS– 156K Reauthorization, 2401 E Street, NW., Washington, DC 20520.

• Fax: (202) 663–3898. 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, to Lauren Prosnik of the Office of Visa Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401 E Street, NW., L–603, Washington, DC 20522, who may be reached at (202) 663–2951. **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: Form DS–156K is used by consular officers to determine the eligibility of an alien applicant for a non-immigrant fiance  ́ (e) visa.

Methodology: The DS–156K is submitted to consular posts abroad.

Dated: April 19, 2010. Edward J. Ramotowski, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Acting Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department of State. [FR Doc. 2010–11022 Filed 5–7–10; 8:45 am] **BILLING CODE 4710–06–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice: 6994]**  **60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: DS–1648, Application for A,**  **G, or NATO Visa, OMB No. 1405–0100**
**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: Application for A, G, or NATO Visa.

• OMB Control Number: 1405–0100.
• Type of Request: Revision of a Currently Approved Collection.

• Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Office of Visa Services.

• Form Number: DS–1648.

• Respondents: All applicants for A, G, or NATO visas reauthorizations, excluding A–3, G–5 and NATO–7 applicants.

• Estimated Number of Respondents: 30,000.

• Estimated Number of Responses: 30,000.

• Average Hours per Response: 30 minutes.

• Total Estimated Burden: 15,000 hours.

• Frequency: Once per application.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to obtain benefit. **DATES :**  The Department will accept comments from the public up to 60 days from May 10, 2010. **ADDRESSES :**  You may submit comments by any of the following methods:

• E-mail: VisaRegs@state.gov (the subject line of the e-mail must be DS– 1648).

• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM submissions): Chief, Legislation and Regulation Division, Visa Services—DS– 1648 Reauthorization, 2401 E Street, NW., Washington, DC 20520–30106. • Fax: (202) 663–3898. You must include the DS form number, 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, to Lauren Prosnik of the Office of Visa Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401 E Street, NW., L–603, Washington, DC 20522, who may be reached at (202) 663–2951. **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 Department of State uses Form DS–1648 to elicit information from applicants for a renewal of A, G, or NATO visas, exluding A–3, G–5 and NATO–7 applicants. An estimated 30,000 renewal applications are filed each year.

Methodology: The DS–1648 will be submitted electronically to the Department via the internet. The applicant will be instructed to print a confirmation page containing a bar coded record locator, which will be scanned at the time of processing.

Dated: April 19, 2010. Edward J. Ramotowksi, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department of State. [FR Doc. 2010–11006 Filed 5–7–10; 8:45 am] **BILLING CODE 4710–06–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF STATE**
**[Public Notice 6993] 60-Day Notice of Proposed Information**  **Collection: DS–156E, Nonimmigrant Treaty Trader/Investor Application,**  **OMB Control Number 1405–0101**
**ACTION :**  Notice of request for public comments.


### 25911 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 89 / Monday, May 10, 2010 / Notices

**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: Nonimmigrant Treaty Trader/Investor Application.

• OMB Control Number: 1405–0101.
• Type of Request: Extension of a Currently Approved Collection.

• Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department of State (CA/VO)

• Form Number: DS–156E.

• Respondents: Nonimmigrant treaty trader/investor visa applicants.

• Estimated Number of Respondents: 17,000.

• Estimated Number of Responses: 17,000.

• Average Hours per Response: 4 hours.

• Total Estimated Burden: 68,000 hours per year.

• Frequency: Once per respondent.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a Benefit. **DATES :**  The Department will accept comments from the public up to 60 days from May 10, 2010. **ADDRESSES :**  You may submit comments by any of the following methods:

• E-mail: VisaRegs@state.gov (Subject line must read DS–156E Reauthorization).

• Mail (paper, disk, or CD–ROM submissions): Chief, Legislation and Regulation Division, Visa Services—DS– 156E Reauthorization, 2401 E Street, NW., Washington, DC 20520–30106.

• Fax: (202) 663–3898. 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, to Emily Cooperman of the Office of Visa Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401 E Street, NW. L–603, Washington, DC 20522, who may be reached at (202) 663–1203. **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 : Form DS–156E is completed by aliens seeking nonimmigrant treaty trader/ investor visas to the US. The Department will use the DS–156E to elicit information necessary to determine an applicant’s visa eligibility.

Methodology: The DS–156E is submitted to consular posts abroad.

Dated: April 19, 2010. Edward J. Ramotowski, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Acting Bureau of Consular Affairs, Department of State. [FR Doc. 2010–11004 Filed 5–7–10; 8:45 am] **BILLING CODE 4710–06–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice 6995]**  **30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Forms DS–2053, DS–2054;**  **Medical Examination for Immigrant or Refugee Applicant; DS–3030, Chest X**  **Ray and Classification Worksheet; OMB Control Number 1405–0113** 
**ACTION :**  Notice of request for public comment and submission to OMB of proposed collection of information.
**SUMMARY :**  The Department of State has submitted the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

• Title of Information Collection: Medical Examination for Immigrant or Refugee Applicant.

• OMB Control Number: 1405–0113.

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

• Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Office of Visa Services (CA/VO).

• Form Number: DS–2053, DS–2054, DS–3030.

• Respondents: Immigrant visa and refugee applicants.

• Estimated Number of Respondents: 630,000 per year.

• Estimated Number of Responses: 630,000 per year.

• Average Hours per Response: 1 hour. • Total Estimated Burden: 630,000 hours annually.

• Frequency: Once per application.

• Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain Benefit. **DATES :**  Submit comments to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for up to 30 days from May 10, 2010. **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:

• E-mail: oira

_submission@omb.eop.gov. You must include the DS form number, information collection title, and 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 :**  You may obtain copies of the proposed information collection and supporting documents from Lauren Prosnik of the Office of Visa Services, U.S. Department of State, 2401 E Street, NW, L–603, Washington, DC 20522, who may be reached at (202) 663–2951. **SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :** 

We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:

• Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary to properly perform 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,

Abstract of proposed collection: INA Section 221(d) requires that prior to the issuance of an immigrant visa the applicant undergo a physical and mental examination. INA Section 412(b)(4)(B) requires that the United States Government ‘‘provide for the identification of refugees who have been determined to have medical conditions affecting the public health and requiring treatment.’’ Form DS–2053, Medical Examination for Immigrant or Refugee Applicant (1991 Technical Instructions); Form DS–2054, Medical Examination for Immigrant or Refugee Applicant (2007 Technical Instructions); and DS– 3030, Chest X–Ray and Classification Worksheet (2007 Technical Instructions) are designed to record the results of the medical examination. A panel physician performs the medical examination of the applicant and completes the forms.

Methodology: