Federal Register #12400017

Request for Public Comment on Death Gratuity and Black Lung Benefits Information Collection

This notice from the Department of Labor seeks public comment on information collection processes related to federal employee benefits and occupational safety oversight. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor (DOL) - Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Purpose: - Request for public comment on information collection for: - Death Gratuity benefit under the Federal Employees Compensation Act (FECA) - Miners Claim for Benefits under the Black Lung Benefits Act - OSHA's oversight of certain Department of Energy (DOE) facilities - Products/Services Requested: - No products or commercial services are being procured - Information collection services: - Death Gratuity benefit administration (up to $100,000 per eligible beneficiary) - Miners' claims and employment history (approx. 5,400 cases) - Forms Involved: - OWCP Forms CA40, CA41, and CA42 (for beneficiary designation and claims) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Public feedback is sought to improve the quality and utility of information collected - OSHA assumes occupational safety authority for certain privatized DOE facilities - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement action - Key Locations: - Department of Labor Headquarters, Washington, DC - DOE federal facilities: Idaho National Laboratory Site, Hanford Site, Nevada National Security Site, Savannah River Site

Description

The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting an information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval related to the Death Gratuity benefit under the Federal Employees Compensation Act (FECA). This benefit provides up to $100,000 to eligible beneficiaries of federal employees who die from injuries incurred in connection with service in contingency operations. The notice invites public comments on the information collection to ensure compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act and improve the quality and utility of the information collected.

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