Federal Register #DOD-2026-OS-1621

DFAS Requests Public Comment on Military Annuity and Payment Certification Information Collections

This opportunity involves a public comment request from the Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) regarding proposed information collections for military annuity and payment certifications. - Government Buyer: - Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS), under the Department of Defense, Office of the Secretary - Products/Services Requested: - Information collection services related to military annuities and payment certifications - Specific forms referenced: - Child Annuitant's School Certification (DD Form 2788; OMB Control Number 0730-0001) - Custodianship Certification (DD Form 2790; OMB Control Number 0730-0010) - Application for Former Spouse Payments from Retired Pay (DD Form 2293; OMB Control Number 0730-0008) - Certificate for Child Annuitant (DD Form 2828; OMB Control Number 0730-0011) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The collections are necessary for processing claims, certifications, and payments related to military retired pay, annuities for minor children, incapacitated individuals, and former spouses - DFAS is seeking input on the necessity, utility, burden, and clarity of these information collections - Suggestions for minimizing respondent burden, including through automation or technology, are encouraged - No OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a request for public comment on information collection, not a procurement of products or services

Description

The Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) announces a proposed public information collection related to various forms including Child Annuitant's School Certification (DD Form 2788), Custodianship Certification (DD Form 2790), Application for Former Spouse Payments (DD Form 2293), and Certificate for Child Annuitant (DD Form 2828). These collections are necessary for the proper administration of annuities, payments, and certifications related to military retired pay and benefits. The agency seeks public comment on the necessity, utility, burden, and clarity of these information collections. Comments are due by September 28, 2026.

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