Federal Register #0970-0466

Request for Public Comments on Revised ORR Unaccompanied Alien Child Health Forms

This notice from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) seeks public input on proposed changes to health information collection forms for unaccompanied alien children. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) - Administration for Children and Families (ACF) - Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement action - Products/Services Requested: - Public comments on revised information collection forms: - Serious Medical Procedure Request (SMR) Form (OMB #: 0970-0561) - Medical Assessment Form (MAF) - Dental Assessment Form (DAF) (OMB #: 0970-0466) - The SMR Form is being consolidated under the MAF and DAF collection - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Revisions aim to improve transparency, reduce administrative burden, and enhance data quality - Expanded data sharing with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for continuity of care during repatriation - Forms are used by healthcare providers and care staff to monitor and support the health of children in ORR custody - No products, part numbers, or quantities are being procured; this is an information collection activity only

Description

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is requesting to move the Serious Medical Procedure Request (SMR) Form under the Medical Assessment Form and Dental Assessment Form information collection and update the title to Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) Unaccompanied Alien Child Health Forms. The proposed revisions aim to improve transparency, lessen burden, improve data quality, and ensure alignment with ORR requirements. The request also includes sharing health information with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in specific circumstances to ensure continuity of care. The forms are used to monitor and support the health of unaccompanied alien children in ORR care and ensure compliance with ORR requirements.

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