83 FR 15642 - Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request, Proposed Collection: 2019-2021 IMLS Peer Reviewer Nomination Forms

NATIONAL FOUNDATION ON THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Institute of Museum and Library Services

Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 70 (April 11, 2018)

The Institute of Museum and Library Services announces the following information collection has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES section of this notice.

[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 70 (Wednesday, April 11, 2018)]
[Notices]
[Pages 15642-15643]
From the Federal Register Online  [www.thefederalregister.org]
[FR Doc No: 2018-07376]


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NATIONAL FOUNDATION ON THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES

Institute of Museum and Library Services


Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request, Proposed Collection: 
2019-2021 IMLS Peer Reviewer Nomination Forms

AGENCY: Institute of Museum and Library Services, National Foundation 
on the Arts and Humanities.

ACTION: Submission for OMB review, comment request.

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SUMMARY: The Institute of Museum and Library Services announces the 
following information collection has been submitted to the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with 
the Paperwork Reduction Act. This program helps to ensure that 
requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden 
(time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are 
clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on 
respondents can be properly assessed.
    A copy of the proposed information collection request can be 
obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES 
section of this notice.

DATES: Comments must be submitted to the office listed in the FOR 
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section below on or before May 8, 2018.
    OMB is particularly interested in comments that help the agency to:
     Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is 
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, 
including whether the information will have practical utility;
     Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the 
burden of the proposed collection of information, including the 
validity of the methodology and assumptions used;
     Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the 
information to be collected; and
     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

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technological collection techniques or other forms of information 
technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses.

ADDRESSES: Comments should be sent to Office of Information and 
Regulatory Affairs, Attn.: OMB Desk Officer for Education, Office of 
Management and Budget, Room 10235, Washington, DC 20503, (202) 395-
7316.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. Sandra Webb, Director of Grant 
Policy and Management, Institute of Museum and Library Services, 955 
L'Enfant Plaza North, SW, Suite 4000, Washington, DC 20024-2135. Dr. 
Webb can be reached by Telephone: 202-653-4718, Fax: 202-653-4608, or 
by email at [email protected], or by teletype (TTY/TDD) for persons with 
hearing difficulty at 202-653-4614.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Institute of Museum and Library Services 
is the primary source of federal support for the Nation's 120,000 
libraries and 35,000 museums and related organizations. The Institute's 
mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, 
lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, 
policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver 
valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals 
to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov.
    Current Actions: This notice proposes the clearance of the IMLS 
Peer Reviewer Nomination Forms. The 60-day Notice for the ``Notice of 
Proposed Information Collection Requests: 2019-2021 IMLS ``Peer 
Reviewer Nomination Forms'' was published in the Federal Register on 
February 27, 2018 (83 FR 8507). The agency has received no public 
comments under this notice.
    All proposals submitted for IMLS competitive awards are reviewed by 
library and museum professionals who know the needs of communities, can 
share promising practices, and are well versed in the issues and 
concerns of museums and libraries today. Peer reviewers dedicate their 
time and expertise to advance the highest professional practices in the 
field. The IMLS review process is well respected, and the success of 
our grant programs is largely due to the expertise of our reviewers. 
These Peer Reviewer Nomination forms, accessed through the IMLS 
website, allow library and museum professionals to indicate their 
interest and expertise to be considered for selection as an IMLS peer 
reviewer. There are two forms, one for library professionals and one 
for museum professionals.
    Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services.
    Title: Peer Reviewer Nomination Forms.
    OMB Number: 3137-0099.
    Frequency: Once per year.
    Affected Public: Library and Museum applicants.
    Number of Respondents: 1770.
    Estimated Average Burden per Response: 30 hours.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden: 850 hours.
    Total Annualized capital/startup costs: n/a.
    Total Annual costs: $23,749.

    Dated: April 5, 2018.
Kim A. Miller,
Grants Management Specialist, Office of Grant Policy and Management.
[FR Doc. 2018-07376 Filed 4-10-18; 8:45 am]
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