MMS uses the information to confirm that applicants can pay for cleanup and damages from oil spill discharge of more than 1,000 barrels; to determin if the risk of a lesser amount of an oil spill discharge would warrant a showing of financial respon- sibility; to establish eligibility of applicants for a Certifi- cation of Oil Spill Financial Responsibility; and as a reference source for claims associated with oil pollution from designated offshore facilities. Responsibilities are holders of leases, permits, and rights of use and easement in the OCS and in state coastal waters who will appoint designated applicants.
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.