[Federal Register: August 23, 2007 (Volume 72, Number 163)]
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EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE U.S.
[Public Notice 101]
Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB
Review; Comment Request
AGENCY: Export-Import Bank of the United States.
ACTION: Notice and request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The Export-Import Bank of the United States (``Ex-Im Bank'')
is seeking approval of the proposed information collection described
below. Ex-Im Bank provides insurance and guarantees for the financing
of exports of goods and services. This collection allows our customers
the convenience of online claim filing in connection with a defaulted
export transaction. Its use expedites claim filing and provides for
simpler, more efficient processing of insurance, guarantee, and working
capital claims. As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork
and respondent burden, Ex-Im Bank invites the general public and other
Federal Agencies to comment on the proposed information collection as
required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice is soliciting comments from the
public concerning the proposed collection of information to: (1)
Evaluate whether the proposed collection is necessary for the
performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the
information will have practical utility; (2) evaluate the accuracy of
the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed information
collection; (3) enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected; and (4) minimize the burden of collection
of information on those who are to respond, including through the use
of appropriate automated collection techniques or other forms of
information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of
responses.
DATES: Written comments should be received on or before September 24,
2007 to be assured of consideration.
ADDRESSES: Direct all comments to David Rostker, Office of Management
and Budget, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, NEOB, Room
10202, Washington, DC 20503, (202) 395-3897. Direct all requests for
information, including copies of the proposed collection of information
and documentation to Terry M. Faith, Export-Import Bank of the U.S.,
811 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20571, (202) 565-3607 or (800)
565-3946, ext. 3607, or Terry.M.Faith@exim.gov.
Titles and Form Numbers: Export-Import Bank of the United States
Electronic Claim Filing System: Insurance: EIB 07-01A, Medium-Term Bank
Guarantee: EIB 07-01B, and Working Capital Guarantee: EIB 07-01C.
OMB Number: None.
Type of Review: Regular.
Need and Use: The proposed information collection provides Ex-Im
Bank with information necessary to process the filing of a claim under
Ex-Im Bank's Multi-buyer Insurance Policy, Medium Term Guarantee and
Working Capital Guarantee programs. The information collection enables
claimants to file a claim online, thereby allowing for a simpler, more
efficient process.
Affected Public: Insured parties and brokers.
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EIB 07-01A EIB 07-01B EIB 07-01C
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Estimated annual respondents.......... 32 10 10
Estimated time per respondent......... 1 hr. 1 hr. 1\1/2\ hrs.
Estimated annual burden............... 32 hrs. 10 hrs. 15 hrs.
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Frequency of Response: One form per claim.
Dated: August 16, 2007.
Solomon Bush,
Agency Clearance Officer.
[FR Doc. 07-4122 Filed 8-22-07; 8:45 am]
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