Federal Register #2026-21591

VA Information Collection Review for Recognition as an Accredited Organization

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking review and public comment on an information collection for organizations applying for VA recognition. - Government buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of General Counsel (OGC); the collection is being submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. - Purpose: Gather information to determine whether applicant organizations qualify to represent claimants in VA benefits claims and can provide competent representation over the long term. - Estimated respondent burden: 10 respondents, 25 hours per respondent, and 250 total annual burden hours. - Procurement status: This is an information-collection notice, not a request to purchase products or services. No OEMs, vendors, products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are identified.

Description

The Department of Veterans Affairs’ Office of General Counsel will submit the information collection for OMB review and comment under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection supports VA review of applications from organizations seeking recognition to represent claimants before VA in claims for benefits. Applicants provide information to demonstrate that they meet the requirements for recognition under 38 CFR 14.628. The notice estimates an annual burden of 250 hours, with 10 respondents and an average burden of 25 hours per respondent.

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