Section 203(a)(3) of he Clean Air Act
prohibits removing or rendering inoperative automobile emission
control devices or elements of design. But for the adoption of the
aftermarket catalytic converter enforcement policy, the
manufacture, sale, or installation of aftermarkt catalytic
converters not equivalent to new original equipment would
constitute a violation of the Act. Because replacement original
equipment converters are expensive, many consumers had elected to
not replace converters that malfunctioned subsequent to the
expiration of the emissions warranty on their vehicles. The Agency
believes that ...........
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.