Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 207 / Wednesday, October 27, 2010 / Notices 66167 

Title: Item Approval Request List. 

OMB number: 3095–0025. 

Agency form number: NA Form 

14110. 

Type of review: Regular. 

Affected public: Business or for-profit, 

nonprofit organizations and institutions, 

federal, state and local government 

agencies, and individuals or 

households. 

Estimated number of respondents: 

2,616. 

Estimated time per response: 15 

minutes. 

Frequency of response: On occasion. 

Estimated total annual burden hours: 

654 hours. 

Abstract: The information collection 

is prescribed by 36 CFR 1254.72. The 

collection is prepared by researchers 

who cannot visit the appropriate NARA 

research room or who request copies of 

records as a result of visiting a research 

room. NARA offers limited provisions to 

obtain copies of records by mail and 

requires requests to be made on 

prescribed forms for certain bodies of 

records. NARA uses the Item Approval 

Request List form to track reproduction 

requests and to provide information for 

customers and vendors. 

Dated: October 18, 2010. 

Charles K. Piercy, 

Acting Assistant Archivist for Information 

Services. 

[FR Doc. 2010–27148 Filed 10–26–10; 8:45 am] 

BILLING CODE 7515–01–P 

NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION 

Agency Information Collection 

Activities: Comment Request 

ACTION: Notice. 

SUMMARY: Under the Paperwork 

Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104– 

13 (44 USC U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), and as 

part of its continuing effort to reduce 

paperwork and respondent burden, the 

National Science Foundation invites the 

general public and other Federal 

agencies to take this opportunity to 

comment on this information collection. 

Comments: Comments are invited on 

(a) whether the proposed collection of 

information is necessary for the proper 

performance of the functions of the 

Agency, including whether the 

information shall have practical utility; 

(b) the accuracy of the Agency’s 

estimate of the burden of the proposed 

collection of information; (c) ways to 

enhance the quality, utility, and clarity 

of the information on respondents, 

including through the use of automated 

collection techniques or other forms of 

information technology; and (d) ways to 

minimize the burden of the collection of 

information on those who are to 

respond, including through the use of 

appropriate automated, electronic, 

mechanical, or other technological 

collection techniques or other forms of 

information technology. Comments 

submitted in response to this notice will 

be summarized and/or included in the 

request for OMB approval of this 

information collection; they also will 

become a matter of public record. 

DATES: Written comments should be 

received by December 27, 2010 to be 

assured of consideration. Comments 

received after that date will be 

considered to the extent practicable. 

ADDRESSES: Written comments 

regarding the information collection and 

requests for copies of the proposed 

information collection request should be 

addressed to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports 

Clearance Officer, National Science 

Foundation, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Rm. 

295, Arlington, VA 22230, or by e-mail 

to splimpto@nsf.gov. 

For Additional Information or 

Comments: Contact Suzanne Plimpton, 

the NSF Reports Clearance Officer, 

phone (703) 292–7556, or send e-mail to 

splimpto@nsf.gov. Individuals who use 

a telecommunications device for the 

deaf (TDD) may call the Federal 

Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1– 

800–877–8339, which is accessible 24 

hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a 

year (including Federal holidays). 

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Title: Experimental Program to 

Stimulate Competitive Research 

(EPSCoR) Outcomes Survey. 

OMB Approval Number: 3145–NEW. 

Expiration Date of Approval: Not 

applicable. 

Abstract 

The National Science Foundation 

(NSF) Act of 1950 (Pub. L. 507–81st 

Congress, as amended) stated that 

‘‘ * * * it shall be an objective of the 

Foundation to strengthen science and 

engineering research potential and 

education at all levels throughout the 

United States; and avoid undue 

concentration of such research and 

education, respectively.’’ This 

Congressional directive recognized the 

inherent value of a truly national 

scientific and engineering (S&E) 

research enterprise. Over time, however, 

the nation’s S&E efforts became 

concentrated geographically, focusing 

primarily on a limited number of major 

research universities. The NSF’s 

resources became concentrated to the 

point where in 1977, in response to 

congressional concerns; the National 

Science Board established a task force to 

examine the geographical distribution of 

NSF awards. The issue was discussed at 

the 195th meeting of the NSB. Approval 

was requested for initiation of a program 

designed to ‘‘stimulate competitive 

research in regions of the country that 

were less able to compete successfully 

for research funds.’’ In 1978 the NSB 

approved a resolution (NSB–78–12) 

establishing the Experimental Program 

to Stimulate Competitive Research 

(EPSCoR) and the general guidelines for 

its management. 

The mission of EPSCoR is to assist the 

National Science Foundation in its 

statutory function ‘‘to strengthen 

research and education in science and 

engineering throughout the United 

States and to avoid undue concentration 

of such research and education.’’ 

The EPSCoR goals are to: (1) Provide 

strategic programs and opportunities for 

EPSCoR participants that stimulate 

sustainable improvements in their R&D 

capacity and competitiveness; and (2) 

advance science and engineering 

capabilities in EPSCoR jurisdictions for 

discovery, innovation, and overall 

knowledge-based prosperity. 

The EPSCoR objectives are to: (1) 

Catalyze key research themes and 

related activities within and among 

EPSCoR jurisdictions that empower 

knowledge generation, dissemination 

and application; (2) activate effective 

jurisdictional and regional 

collaborations among academic, 

government and private sector 

stakeholders that advance scientific 

research, promote innovation and 

provide multiple societal benefits; (3) 

broaden participation in science and 

engineering by institutions, 

organizations and people within and 

among EPSCoR jurisdictions; and (4) 

use EPSCoR for development, 

implementation and evaluation of future 

programmatic experiments that motivate 

positive change and progression. 

Expected Respondents 

The respondents will be current and 

former EPSCoR awardees based at 

academic; state and local governments; 

and non-profit organizations. 

Quantitative procedures will be fielded 

using web-based modes. Up to 200 

EPSCoR awardees will be contacted to 

request their participation in the survey. 

As needed, each EPSCoR awardee will 

be contacted with reminders to 

complete the survey no more than twice 

during the survey’s duration under this 

generic clearance. Technology will be 

heavily utilized to limit the burden on 

respondents. 


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1 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(1). 

2 17 CFR 240.19b–4. 

Use of the Information 

The purpose of this survey of EPSCoR 

awardees is to better understand 

outcomes of NSF EPSCoR-related 

investments. The data will be used 

internally to inform NSF as it considers 

future improvements to the EPSCoR 

program, and to gain a better 

understanding regarding the program’s 

impact on associated research and 

education activities. Findings may be 

presented externally to Congress, the 

Office of Management and Budget 

(OMB), in technical papers at 

conferences, published in the 

proceedings of conferences, or in 

journals. 

Burden on the Public 

Number of Respondents: 200. 

Number of Minutes per Response: 30. 

Overall Burden Request (in hours): 

100. 

Dated: October 22, 2010. 

Suzanne Plimpton, 

Reports Clearance Officer, National Science 

Foundation. 

[FR Doc. 2010–27206 Filed 10–26–10; 8:45 am] 

BILLING CODE 7555–01–P 

NUCLEAR REGULATORY 

COMMISSION 

Seeks Qualified Candidates for the 

Advisory Committee on Reactor 

Safeguards 

AGENCY: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory 

Commission. 

ACTION: Request for re ́sume ́s. 

SUMMARY: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory 

Commission (NRC) seeks qualified 

candidates for the Advisory Committee 

on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS). Submit 

re ́sume ́s to Ms. Brandi Hamilton, ACRS, 

Mail Stop T2E–26, U.S. Nuclear 

Regulatory Commission, Washington, 

DC 20555–0001, or e-mail 

brandi.hamilton@NRC.GOV. 

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The ACRS 

is a part-time advisory group, which is 

statutorily mandated by the Atomic 

Energy Act of 1954, as amended. ACRS 

provides independent expert advice on 

matters related to the safety of existing 

and proposed nuclear power plants and 

on the adequacy of proposed reactor 

safety standards. Of primary importance 

are the safety issues associated with the 

operation of 104 commercial nuclear 

power plants in the United States and 

regulatory initiatives, including riskinformed and performance-based 

regulations, license renewal, power 

uprates, and the use of mixed oxide and 

high burnup fuels. An increased 

emphasis is being given to safety issues 

associated with new reactor designs and 

technologies, including passive system 

reliability and thermal hydraulic 

phenomena, use of digital 

instrumentation and control, 

international codes and standards used 

in multinational design certifications, 

materials and structural engineering, 

nuclear analysis and reactor core 

performance, and nuclear materials and 

radiation protection. In addition, the 

ACRS may be requested to provide 

advice on radiation protection, 

radioactive waste management and 

earth sciences in the agency’s licensing 

reviews for fuel fabrication and 

enrichment facilities, and for waste 

disposal facilities. 

The ACRS also has some involvement 

in security matters related to the 

integration of safety and security of 

commercial reactors. See NRC Web site 

at http://www.nrc.gov/aboutnrc/ 

regulatory/advisory/acrs.html for 

additional information about ACRS. 

Criteria used to evaluate candidates 

include education and experience, 

demonstrated skills in nuclear reactor 

safety matters, the ability to solve 

complex technical problems, and the 

ability to work collegially on a board, 

panel, or committee. The Commission, 

in selecting its Committee members, 

considers the need for a specific 

expertise to accomplish the work 

expected to be before the ACRS. ACRS 

Committee members are appointed to 

four-year terms and normally serve no 

more than three terms. The Commission 

looks to fill two vacancies as a result of 

this request. For these positions, a 

candidate must have at least 10 years of 

broad experience in either of the 

following areas: 

• Nuclear plant operations with 

demonstrated experience and integrated 

knowledge of nuclear power plant 

electrical, mechanical, and control 

systems. 

• A distinguished record of 

achievement in one or more areas of 

nuclear science and technology. 

Candidates with pertinent graduate 

level experience will be given 

additional consideration. Consistent 

with the requirements of the Federal 

Advisory Committee Act, the 

Commission seeks candidates with 

diverse backgrounds, so that the 

membership on the Committee is fairly 

balanced in terms of the points of view 

represented and functions to be 

performed by the Committee. 

Candidates will undergo a thorough 

security background check to obtain the 

security clearance that is mandatory for 

all ACRS members. The security 

background check will involve the 

completion and submission of 

paperwork to NRC. Candidates for 

ACRS appointments may be involved in 

or have financial interests related to 

NRC-regulated aspects of the nuclear 

industry. However, because conflict-ofinterest considerations may restrict the 

participation of a candidate in ACRS 

activities, the degree and nature of any 

such restriction on an individual’s 

activities as a member will be 

considered in the selection process. 

Each qualified candidate’s financial 

interests must be reconciled with 

applicable Federal and NRC rules and 

regulations prior to final appointment. 

This might require divestiture of 

securities or discontinuance of certain 

contracts or grants. Information 

regarding these restrictions will be 

provided upon request. A re ́sume ́

describing the educational and 

professional background of the 

candidate, including any special 

accomplishments, publications, and 

professional references should be 

provided. Candidates should provide 

their current address, telephone 

number, and e-mail address. All 

candidates will receive careful 

consideration. Appointment will be 

made without regard to factors such as 

race, color, religion, national origin, sex, 

age, or disabilities. Candidates must be 

citizens of the United States and be able 

to devote approximately 100 to 130 days 

per year to Committee business. 

Re ́sume ́s will be accepted for 90 days 

from date of issue. 

Dated: October 21, 2010. 

Annette L. Vietti-Cook, 

Secretary of the Commission. 

[FR Doc. 2010–27162 Filed 10–26–10; 8:45 am] 

BILLING CODE 7590–01–P 

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE 

COMMISSION 

[Release No. 34–63145; File No. SR–Phlx– 

2010–143] 

Self-Regulatory Organizations; 

NASDAQ OMX PHLX LLC; Notice of 

Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of 

Proposed Rule Change Relating to 

Active SQF Port Fee 

October 21, 2010. 

Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the 

Securities Exchange Act of 1934 

(‘‘Act’’),1 and Rule 19b–4 thereunder,2

notice is hereby given that on October 

15, 2010, NASDAQ OMX PHLX LLC 

(‘‘Phlx’’ or ‘‘Exchange’’) filed with the 

Securities and Exchange Commission 


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