Federal Register #1240-0045

Request for Public Comments on OWCP-16 Rehabilitation Plan and Award Information Collection Revision

This opportunity is a request for public comments from the Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) regarding a proposed revision to the OWCP-16, Rehabilitation Plan and Award information collection. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor - Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement opportunity. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured. - The notice pertains to administrative data collection for rehabilitation plans and awards. - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The information collection is used to evaluate and approve rehabilitation plans and authorize payment for vocational rehabilitation services for eligible workers with work-related disabilities. - The revision aims to reduce paperwork, improve data quality, and clarify collection instruments. - Public feedback is requested on the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of the information collection process. - No purchase quantities, part numbers, or contract value are listed.

Description

The Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) is soliciting public comments on the proposed revision of the information collection for the OWCP-16, Rehabilitation Plan and Award. This collection is necessary for OWCP to determine whether to approve rehabilitation plans and authorize payment for vocational rehabilitation services for eligible workers with work-related disabilities. The information collected includes the rehabilitation plan, vocational testing materials, estimated costs, and signatures from the worker and rehabilitation counselor. The request aims to reduce paperwork and respondent burden while ensuring data quality and clarity.

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