This information collection request is approved for three years. When EPA resubmits the ICR for approval, the agency should include updated wage estimates.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2006
11/30/2006
11/30/2003
4
0
3
60,700
0
67,467
1,397,000
0
6,500,000
Manufacturers of motor-vehicle gasolines, diesel fuels, and additives for gasoline and/or diesel, are required to conduct health-effects research, unless they quality for an exemption. Many small businesses are exempt from some or all of the require- ments. Manufacturers of similar products have the opportunity to group and share the expenses. The information will be used to identify products whose emissions 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.
Fuels and Fuel Additives - Health-Effects Research Protocols - 40 CFR Part 79, Subpart F