Federal Register #1240-0029

DOL Requests Comments on Extension of Information Collection: Request for Examination and/or Treatment (LS-1)

The Department of Labor (DOL), Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP), is requesting public comments on the extension of its authority to collect information via the LS-1 form (Request for Examination and/or Treatment): - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor (DOL) - Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) - Purpose: - Soliciting feedback on the continued use of the LS-1 form for authorizing and reporting medical examinations and treatments under the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The request is for public input on an information collection process - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement of goods or services - Notable Requirements: - Focus on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection - Emphasis on minimizing respondent burden and improving data quality - No unique technical or product requirements beyond the information collection process

Description

The Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting comments on a proposed extension of the authority to collect information titled "Request for Examination and/or Treatment" (LS-1). This information collection supports the administration of the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act, authorizing medical care and providing a vehicle for treating physicians to report findings and treatment. The effort aims to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, ensure data can be provided in the desired format, minimize reporting burden, and assess the impact of collection requirements on respondents. Comments are due by August 10, 2026.

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