Federal Register #1125-0017

DOJ EOIR Seeks Comments on Revised Form EOIR-59 for Records Release Authorization

This notice from the Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) seeks public input on proposed changes to Form EOIR-59, which is used for certifying and releasing records related to immigration proceedings. - Government Buyer: - Department of Justice (DOJ) - Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) - Purpose: - Soliciting public comments on the revision and extension of Form EOIR-59 (Certification and Release of Records) - Key Details: - Form EOIR-59 is used by individuals and households to authorize the disclosure of records for EOIR cases or proceedings - Proposed revision includes a substantive change to collect the name of a parent or guardian in Part C - Additional non-substantive edits to improve clarity, update instructions, and revise the Privacy Act Statement - Estimated 87,080 respondents annually - Total annual cost burden estimated between $0 and $1,264,298.88 - Notable Requirements: - No products or services are being procured - This is an information collection activity, not a contract opportunity - No OEMs or vendors are involved

Description

The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) at the Department of Justice (DOJ) is requesting comments on the revision and extension of a previously approved information collection titled Certification and Release of Records (Form EOIR-59). This form is used to standardize and streamline requests for records related to cases or proceedings before EOIR pursuant to the Privacy Act and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The revision includes a substantive change to collect the name of the parent or guardian and several non-substantive edits to improve clarity and update instructions. The collection is voluntary and primarily affects individuals and households.

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