ALL CLASS I RAILROADS ARE REQUIRED TO FILE FORM CBS. THIS IS USED TO COLLECT FINANCIAL DATA SHOWING CARRIER'S CURRENT ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AND EXPENDITURES FOR ADDITIONS AND BETTERMENTS. REPORTS ARE USED TO ACCESS INDUSTRY GROWTH, SUDDEN CHANGES IN CARRIER FINANCIAL STABILITY & TO IDENTIFY CHANGES AND TRENDS THAT MAY AFFECT THE NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM.
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.