Federal Register #2026-11495

Request for Comments on Extension of Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act Information Collection

The Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs is seeking public input on the extension of information collection requirements under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor (DOL) - Office of Workers' Compensation Programs - Purpose: - Soliciting comments on the continued use of two forms: - Application for Continuation of Death Benefits for Student (LS-266) - Request for Examination and/or Treatment (LS-1) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of goods or services. - The agency is interested in feedback regarding: - The necessity and practical utility of the information collected - The accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden - Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information - Methods to minimize the burden on respondents - This request is part of compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. - No products or services are being purchased; this is an administrative notice for public comment.

Description

The Department of Labor is soliciting public comments on a proposed extension for the authority to conduct the information collection request titled "Application for Continuation of Death Benefits for Student" (LS-266). This effort aims to reduce paperwork and respondent burden in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection ensures that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact on respondents is properly assessed. Comments are accepted until August 10, 2026.

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