SECTIONS 104(C) AND (D) OF CERCLA
AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF COOPERATI AGREEMENTS WITH STATES TO
ASSUME RELEVANT PORTIONS OF THE RESPONSE PROGRAM. THE REMOVAL
PROGRAM IS DEVELOPING GUIDANCE ON THE MEANS TO ENTER INTO SUCH
AGREEMENTS AND THE PROGRAM AREAS AND LEVEL OF INVOLVEMENT FOR
POSSIBLE PARTICIPATION BY WILLING AND CAPABLE STATES.
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.