Information Collection Request (ICR) Tracker

Key Information

Received	2021-07-14
Concluded	2022-02-23
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2040-0168
Previous ICR	202105-2040-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The Clean Water Act authorizes states [tribes] to assume the section 404 permit program for discharges of dredged or fill material into certain waters of the U.S. Implementing regulations establish specific information that must be submitted to EPA when a state/tribe requests program assumption and while administering the program. There are three types of information collected for different needs. The three parts are: 1) Information needed for EPA to review and approve state or tribal requests to assume the program; 2) information needed from permit applicants for reviewing and processing the permit application; and 3) information the state or tribe must submit to EPA in their annual report summarizing program administration.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-14
Concluded	2021-08-16
Expires	2025-08-31
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	0704-0455
Previous ICR	201804-0704-002

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The information collected in DBIDS is used for the validation, verification and, if necessary, authentication of individuals seeking physical access to a DoD installation or base. It may also be used for the detection of fraudulent identification cards, the issuance of alerts for missing or wanted persons, and the record keeping of critical property, such as vehicles and weapons.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-13
Concluded	2022-03-25
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	1018-0172
Previous ICR	201811-1018-002

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

A valid Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (Duck Stamp) is an annual licensing requirement for all migratory bird hunters. Artwork for the stamp is chosen by a panel of judges during an annual art contest. The Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp contests encourage the public to engage in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s conservation mission. In support of directives in SO 3347, the Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp programs actively engage Americans of all ages to better understand the biological requirements and conservation management of waterfowl and wetlands. Contestants portray their understanding of the anatomy and ecology of waterfowl as well as the importance of wildlife conservation and the waterfowl hunting heritage in order to successfully compete. Contest entry forms are necessary to enable the Service to track contestants’ artwork during the contest judging process, verify age and unique artwork requirements, and return artwork.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-12
Concluded	2022-02-25
Expires	2025-05-31
Action	Approved with change
OMB Control #	1018-0100
Previous ICR	201803-1018-002

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The Service issues financial assistance through grants and cooperative agreement awards to commercial organizations, foreign entities, Indian tribal governments, individuals, institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations, and state and local governments under the bureau's Assistance Listing (CFDA) programs. The types of assistance provided under Service financial assistance programs include: • Mandatory Formula Grants • Discretionary Project Grants • Discretionary Cooperative Agreements • Use of Property, Facilities, and Equipment Authorities and implementing regulations establish financial assistance program purposes and may specify funding instrument(s), selection criteria, and eligible and ineligible recipients and activities. For competitive programs, the authorities or implementing regulations may establish preferences or ranking factors for the selection of projects. These legal requirements make it essential for an awarding agency to have certain information so that it funds only eligible projects, and, in the case of competitive programs, to select those projects that will result in the greatest return on the Federal investment.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-09
Concluded	2021-11-19
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	3145-0248
Previous ICR	201805-3145-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The main goal of the current study is to pilot test alternative approaches to collecting data required by Congress in the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010, which states that students in the REU program must “be tracked, for employment and continued matriculation in STEM fields, through receipt of the undergraduate degree and for at least three years thereafter” (Section 514[a][6] of Public Law 111-358). The legislation also mentions specific demographic characteristics of participants that need to be collected, such as gender, ethnicity, and enrollment in a two-year college. In addition to needing these data to report to Congress, NSF program officers (POs) and leadership need a more robust data system to enhance their efforts to monitor participation in the program and eventually to assess its effectiveness.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-08
Concluded	2022-07-05
Expires	2025-07-31
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2535-0107
Previous ICR	201706-2535-002

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

HUD's Uniform Financial Reporting Standards (UFRS) regulation or HUD housing programs requires that financial information be submitted electronically, using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), in a prescribed format. HUD's Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS) regulation requires public housing agencies (PHAs) to submit financial information annually to HUD. The Operating Fund Program regulation requires PHAs to account for financial information at the project level.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-08
Concluded	2023-02-28
Expires	2026-02-28
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	0579-0429
Previous ICR	201712-0579-010

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The purpose of this information collection is to provide approval to laboratories to conduct tests for the export of aquatic animals. The information collection activities permit APHIS to vet the laboratories.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-07
OMB Control #	1018-0148
Previous ICR	201711-1018-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, working with the Wind Turbine Guidelines Advisory Committee, developed the Land-Based Wind Energy Guidelines (Guidelines). These voluntary Guidelines provide a structured, scientific process for addressing wildlife conservation concerns at all stages of land-based wind energy development. They describe a process for wind project developers to use to gather information to identify sites with low risk to wildlife, and to assess, mitigate, and monitor the potential adverse effects of wind energy projects on wildlife and their habitats. They also promote effective communication among wind energy developers and Federal, State, and local conservation agencies and tribes. These Guidelines are intended to: * Promote compliance with relevant wildlife laws and regulations; * Encourage scientifically rigorous survey, monitoring, assessment, and research designs proportionate to the risk to species of concern; * Produce potentially comparable data across the Nation; * Mitigate, including avoid, minimize, and compensate for potential adverse effects on species of concern and their habitats; and, * Improve the ability to predict and resolve effects locally, regionally, and nationally. Although the Guidelines are voluntary, they are designed to minimize impacts to wildlife, including species protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C 703-712), Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 668-668d), and Endangered Species Act (16 U.S.C. 1531-1544), as well as species not afforded protection under these Acts, but which are potentially significantly impacted by wind energy development (e.g., sage grouse). The Guidelines are also consistent with the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (16 U.S.C. 661-667e) and Executive Order 13186, "Responsibilities of Federal Agencies to Protect Migratory Birds" (January 10, 2001). When used in concert with appropriate regulatory tools, the Guidelines form the best practical approach for conserving species of concern.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-06
Concluded	2022-01-11
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	3046-0017
Previous ICR	201804-3046-002

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The information is used by Respondents to support their compliance with Title VII; by the EEOC in investigating, conciliating and litigating employment discrimination charges; and by individuals to establish violations of Federal EEO law.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-06
Concluded	2021-10-22
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved with change
OMB Control #	1093-0006
Previous ICR	201807-1093-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

Federal land management agencies are authorized to work with volunteers to plan, develop, maintain, and manage projects and service activities on public lands throughout the nation. This information collection request will enable the effective engagement of and capture the required information for hundreds of thousands of volunteers, and enable seamless efficient reporting on their projects and activities.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-02
Concluded	2021-12-09
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2060-0722
Previous ICR	201804-2060-003

Federal Register Notices

Abstract

The Natural Gas STAR Methane Challenge Program is a voluntary program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that provides an innovative voluntary mechanism through which oil and natural gas companies can make specific, ambitious commitments to reduce methane emissions. This Program is an integral part of the EPAs ongoing commitment to address methane emissions and global climate change, and was developed through extensive stakeholder engagement and support from companies and trade organizations in the oil and gas industry. Methane is the primary component of natural gas and a potent greenhouse gas. The Program works to encourage oil and natural gas companies to go above and beyond existing regulatory action and make meaningful and transparent commitments to yield significant methane emissions reductions in a quick, flexible, cost-effective way. Transparency in comprehensively tracking company commitments through the non-confidential data reported by Methane Challenge partners is a key feature of the Program, and enables partners to highlight emissions reductions achieved through voluntary action taken. Implementation of the Methane Challenge Programs two commitment options, the Best Management Practice Commitment and the ONE Future Emissions Intensity Commitment, improves operational efficiency, saves partner companies money, and enhances the protection of the environment.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-02
Concluded	2023-01-23
Expires	2026-01-31
Action	Approved with change
OMB Control #	1006-0028
Previous ICR	201711-1006-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

Data obtained from the Recreation Survey Questions will have application to the overall effort expended throughout the Bureau of Reclamation. From the highest level in the organization to the field unit responsible for day-to-day operations and maintenance. Reclamation recreation planners and managers will use the data to help formulate decisions regarding where to plan and develop facilities, services and opportunities while concentrating financial and personnel resources to produce the highest level of public service.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-01
Concluded	2021-10-07
Expires	2025-05-31
Action	Approved with change
OMB Control #	2133-0552
Previous ICR	202001-2133-003

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

On February 15, 2019, the President signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2019 (FY 2019 Appropriations Act), which appropriated $292,730,000 to be awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation (Department) for the Port Infrastructure Development Program (Program). This appropriations act allows the Department to make discretionary grants to improve port facilities at or near coastal seaports. The Department may provide financial assistance, including grants, to port authorities or commissions or their subdivisions and agents for port and intermodal infrastructure-related projects. The Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) calls for applications to be submitted through Grants.gov 120 days after publication. Applications are submitted annually, if funds are appropriated, and will be received by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, Office of Port Infrastructure Development. Each applicant is required to provide a project narrative to address the program requirements and assist in evaluating relevant information. The project narrative should include the information necessary for the Department to determine that the project satisfies project requirements and to assess the selection criteria. To the extent practicable, applicants should provide supporting data and documentation. Responding to the proposed new collection is required to obtain and/or retain benefits.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-01
Concluded	2021-12-08
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2060-0054
Previous ICR	201803-2060-003

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Glass Manufacturing Plants (40 CFR Part 60, Subpart CC) were proposed on June 15, 1979, promulgated on October 7, 1980, and amended on both October 19, 1984 and October 17, 2000. These regulations apply to both existing and new glass melting furnaces located at glass manufacturing plants. New facilities include those that commenced construction, modification, or reconstruction after the date of proposal. Owners and operators of affected facilities are required to comply with reporting and recordkeeping requirements for the General Provisions (40 CFR Part 60, Subpart A), as well as the specific requirements at 40 CFR Part 60, Subpart CC. This includes submitting initial notifications, performance tests and periodic reports and results, and maintaining records of the occurrence and duration of any startup, shutdown, or malfunction in the operation of an affected facility, or any period during which the monitoring system is inoperative. These reports are used by EPA to determine compliance with these standards.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-01
Concluded	2021-12-08
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2060-0025
Previous ICR	201807-2060-005

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

Owners and operators of facilities subject to New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Portland Cement Plants are required to comply with reporting and record keeping requirements for the General Provisions (40 CFR Part 60, Subpart A), as well as the specific requirements at 40 CFR Part 60, Subpart F. This includes submitting initial notifications, performance tests and periodic reports and results, and maintaining records of the occurrence and duration of any startup, shutdown, or malfunction in the operation of an affected facility, or any period during which the monitoring system is inoperative. These reports are used by EPA to determine compliance with the standards.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-01
Concluded	2021-08-02
Expires	2025-08-31
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	1076-0187
Previous ICR	202007-1076-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) is proposing to establish standards for the appropriate use of lands and facilities by third parties. These standards address the following: the execution of lease agreements; the establishment and administration of mechanisms for the acceptance of consideration for the use and benefit of a Bureau-operated school; the assurance of ethical conduct; and monitoring the amount and terms of consideration received, the manner in which the consideration is used, and any results achieved by such use.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-01
Concluded	2022-02-23
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2060-0608
Previous ICR	201806-2060-002

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Area Sources: Electric Arc Furnace Steelmaking Facilities (40 CFR Part 63, Subpart YYYYY) apply to existing and new Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steelmaking facilities that are area sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAP) emissions. The standards establish particulate matter (PM) emission limits for control devices and opacity limits for melt shops, pollution prevention requirements for ferrous scrap that is melted in EAFs, and monitoring, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements. New facilities include those that commenced construction or reconstruction after the date of proposal. In general, all NESHAP standards require initial notifications, performance tests, and periodic reports by the owners/operators of the affected facilities. They are also required to maintain records of the occurrence and duration of any startup, shutdown, or malfunction in the operation of an affected facility, or any period during which the monitoring system is inoperative. These notifications, reports, and records are essential in determining compliance, and are required of all affected facilities subject to NESHAP. This information is being collected to assure compliance with 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart YYYYY.

Key Information

Received	2021-07-01
Concluded	2022-02-23
Expires	2025-09-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	2060-0360
Previous ICR	201806-2060-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants (40 CFR Part 63, Subpart LL) were proposed on September 26, 1996, promulgated on October 7, 1997, and most-recently amended on October 15, 2015. The 2015 amendment includes: 1) polycyclic organic matter (POM) emission limits for new, existing and reconstructed prebake potlines; 2) revised POM limits for new, existing and reconstructed Soderberg potlines; 3) carbonyl sulfide (COS) emission limits for new, existing and reconstructed potlines; 4) POM emission limits for existing pitch storage tanks; 5) particulate matter (PM) emission limits for new, existing and reconstructed potlines, paste production plants and anode bake furnaces; 6) mercury (Hg) limits for new, existing and reconstructed anode bake furnaces; 7) arsenic, nickel and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) limits for new, existing and reconstructed Soderberg potlines; 8) new work practice standards for anode bake furnaces, paste production plants and potlines; and 9) eliminates the exemptions for periods of startup, shutdown, and malfunctions (SSM). The amendment also reduces the testing frequency for total fluoride (TF) from prebake and Soderberg potlines and POM from Soderberg potlines from monthly to semiannually. These regulations apply to the following affected sources at a primary aluminum reduction plant are covered: each new and existing pitch storage tank, potline, paste production plant and anode bake furnace that is located at a plant site that is a major source as defined at 63.2 (except for anode bake furnaces that are not located on the same site as a primary aluminum reduction plant). New facilities include those that commenced construction or reconstruction after the date of proposal. This information is being collected to assure compliance with 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart LL. In general, all NESHAP standards require initial notifications, performance tests, and periodic reports by the owners/operators of the affected facilities. They are also required to maintain records of the occurrence and duration of any startup, shutdown, or malfunction in the operation of an affected facility, or any period during which the monitoring system is inoperative. These notifications, reports, and records are essential in determining compliance, and are required of all affected facilities subject to NESHAP. Any owner/operator subject to the provisions of this part shall maintain a file containing these documents and retain this file for at least five years following the generation date of such maintenance reports and records. All reports are sent to the delegated state or local authority. In the event that there is no such delegated authority, the reports are sent directly to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regional office.

Key Information

Received	2021-06-30
Concluded	2022-05-24
Expires	2025-05-31
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	1600-0002
Previous ICR	201806-1600-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

This information collection associated with the forms are necessary in order to implement applicable parts of the Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) (48 CFR Chapter 30). The forms under this collection of information request are used by offerors, contractors, and the general public to comply with requirements in contracts awarded by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the information collected is used by contracting officers to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of DHS contracts. These forms will be used by contractors and/or contract employees during contract administration to collect the following: DHS Forms 0700-01, 0700-02 and 0700-03 are used to collect information when applicable and prior to contract closure to determine whether there are excess funds are available for deobligation versus remaining (payable) funds on contracts; assignment or transfer all rights, title, and interest to the Government; and release from liability. The contracting officer obtains the listed DHS Forms 0700-01, 0700-02 and 0700-03 from the contractor for closeout, as applicable. DHS Form 0700-04 is used by contractor employees for claims for unpaid wages.

Key Information

Received	2021-06-30
Concluded	2022-04-14
Expires	2025-04-30
Action	Approved without change
OMB Control #	3220-0055
Previous ICR	201804-3220-001

Federal Register Notices

Authorizing Statutes

Abstract

The collection obtains the information needed by the Railroad Retirement Board to pay benefits accrued under section 2(g) of the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act, but not paid because of the death of the employee.