In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for three years. Before resubmitting this for renewal, please clarify how the respondents are notified of the full burden estimate for different forms and parts of this collection. It is important that respondents are aware of the burden estimates for all steps of the process (this can be listed on a website or in forms, etc.). Please provide clarity on how the Agency will ensure that respondents know the full burden estimate. Also, as part of the next renewal, please provide detailed updates on the revised CAMMP per the stakeholder input and suggestions for improving the process and reducing burden.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2024
36 Months From Approved
12/31/2021
146
0
151
9,632
0
8,909
0
0
0
The National Estuarine Research Reserve System is a network of 28 areas representing different biogeographic regions of the United States that are protected for long-term research, water-quality monitoring, education and coastal stewardship. Established by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, the reserve system is a partnership program between the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the coastal states. NOAA provides funding, national guidance and technical assistance. Each reserve is managed on daily basis by a lead state agency or university, with input from local partners. Information is required from states proposing designation and from existing reserves regarding development of management plans, ecological characterizations,and grant awards.
US Code:
16 USC 451
Name of Law: Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972
Adjustments were made to the estimated number of annual responses as more reserves begin to implement multiyear awards rather than single year awards. Burden hour estimates increased based on feedback received from stakeholders that the previous response times were too low in many instances.
$226,884
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Patmarie Nedelka 3015631127
No
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.
0648-0121 30-day 85 FR 44522 2020-0723.pdf
0648-0121 Supporting Statement Part A_OIRA.OCM.v2.docx
Grant Progress Report - final