FERC is
encouraged to combine OMB collections 1902-0170 and 1902-0168 since
both cover requests for transmission service. FERC can effectuate
this change using change worksheets.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2006
08/31/2006
08/31/2003
10
0
10
1,000
0
1,000
0
0
53,000
The information collected under
FERC-716 is used by the Com- mission to carry out Congressional
objective that, subject to appropriate terms and conditions of just
and reasonable rates, and in accordance with Section 212 of the
Federal Power Act (FPA) ensures access to electric transmissioin
systems for the purpose of wholesale transactions to be made widely
available.
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.