Extension without change of a currently approved collection
No
Regular
Approved without change
09/03/1999
07/19/1999
This information collection is approved pursuant to 5 CFR 1320. Upon the Department of Interior's next request to extend this information collection, the Agency shall describe the outcome of efforts currently underway to accommodate electronic submission of data and to what extent those efforts have decreased burden.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2002
10/31/2002
09/30/1999
2,275
0
2,118
2,275
0
2,118
0
0
0
MMS uses the information to ensure we have accurate data and information on the wells under our jurisdiction and to ensure compliance with approved plans. The information is also used to evaluate remedial action in the event of well-control loss. Respondents are Federal OCS oil, gas, and sulphur lessees and operators.
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.