SECTION 511 OF THE RAILROAD
REVITALIZATION AND REGULATORY REFORM ACT OF 1976 PROVIDES FEDERAL
LOAN GUARANTEES TO ASSIST IN ACQUIRING OR REHABILITATING AND
IMPROVING RAILROAD FACILITIES OR EQUIPMENT. THE SECRETARY OF
TRANSPORTATION IS REQUIRED TO MAKE SIX FINDINGS. THE REGULATIONS
DEFINE REQUIRED ENGINEERING, FINANCE AND SECURITY
INFORMATION.
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.