Federal Register #12400038

Request for Public Comments on Extension of Information Collection for Miner's Claim for Benefits Under the Black Lung Benefits Act

This notice from the Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs seeks public input on extending an information collection related to the Black Lung Benefits Act. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor (DOL) - Office of Workers' Compensation Programs - Purpose: - Request for public comments on the extension of the information collection for "Miner's Claim for Benefits Under the Black Lung Benefits Act (CM-911) and Employment History (CM-911a)" - Supports administration of benefits to coal miners disabled by pneumoconiosis and their survivors - No procurement of products or services is involved - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Focus is on paperwork requirements and reducing respondent burden in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act

Description

The Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting public comments on the proposed extension of the information collection request (ICR) titled "Miner's Claim for Benefits Under the Black Lung Benefits Act (CM-911) and Employment History (CM-911a)." This collection supports the administration of benefits to coal miners disabled by pneumoconiosis and their survivors. The forms collect identifying information and employment history to establish eligibility for benefits under the Black Lung Benefits Act. The extension aims to continue reducing paperwork and respondent burden in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

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