Revision of the recordkeeping and reporting requirements assoc- iated with the regulations under 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart A, re- garding the phaseout of controlled ozone-depleting substances. The recordkeeping and reporting requirements are changed to per- mit exempted production and import of methyl bromide beyond the current 50% limits on baseline levels. The changes also ensure compliance with the limits and restrictions established by the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (Protocol) and Title VI of the Clean Air Act (CAA).
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.