Federal Register #2900-0060

VA Seeks Public Comment on Life Insurance and Housing Grant Information Collection Forms

This notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) seeks public comment on information collection requirements for government life insurance claims and specially adapted housing assistance: - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) - Products/Forms Requested: - VA Form 29-4125 series (including 29-4125, 29-4125EZ, 29-4125a, 29-4125e) for claims on government life insurance payments - Estimated 120,100 respondents for insurance claims - VA Form 26-4555c for supplemental applications for specially adapted housing grants - Estimated 1,400 respondents for housing assistance - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of goods or services - Notable Requirements: - Public input is requested to ensure forms are necessary, clear, and minimize burden - Information collection is required by law (38 U.S.C. 1917 and 1952) - Includes both paper and DocuSign (electronic) submission options for insurance claims - Housing grant form supports evaluation of housing modifications or construction for veterans and servicemembers - Additional Context: - Announcement includes nominations for the Unified Carrier Registration Plan Board of Directors representing FMCSA service areas - Locations: - Department of Veterans Affairs (federal office) - FMCSA service areas (Eastern, Midwestern, Southern, Western) for board nominations

Description

The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking public comment on the proposed collection of information related to claims for government life insurance payments. This includes forms for one sum payment claims, EZ-beneficiary claims, monthly payment claims, and claims submitted via DocuSign. The collection aims to simplify the process for beneficiaries and ensure compliance with legal requirements under 38 U.S.C. 1917 and 1952. Comments are invited on the necessity, burden, and clarity of the information collection, with a comment deadline of July 31, 2026.

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