This ICR is approved for three years pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act as enacted in 5 CFR Part 1320. The agency is encouraged to submit revisions to burden estimates as the agency and respondents gain experience with the test protocols and report preparation requirements. Before resubmission of this ICR for extension, the agency is encouraged to solicit confirmation of burden estimates from the four respondents that are expected to submit Tier II emissions test reports before 2002.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2003
11/30/2003
05/31/2000
3
0
1
67,467
0
3,467
6,500,000
0
154,000
Manufacturers of gasolines, diesel fuels, and additives for gasoline and/or diesel are required to conduct health-effects research, unless they qualify for an exemption. Many small businesses are exempt from some or all of the requirements. Manufacturers of similar products have the opportunity to group and share the expenses. The information will be used to identify products whose emissions may pose an unreasonable risk to public health.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Registration of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Health-Effects Research Requirements for Manufacturers -- 40 CFR 79, Subpart F