This information is necessary (1) to determine that persons are qualified to produce alcohol for fuel purposes and to identify such persons, (2) to account for distilled spirits produced and verify its proper disposition, and (3) to keep registrations current and evaluate permissible variations from prescribed procedures.
There is a program change increase because we added 3 new items. There is an adjustment increase because there was an increase in the number of permittees.
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.