This ICR concerns the responsibility that was given to MMS regarding the Coastal Impact Assistance Program (CIAP) which was included in the Energy Policy Act of 2005 through amendment of Section 31 of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1356a). The CIAP legislation appropriates money for eligible states and their coastal subdivisions that are impacted by OCS oil and gas activities. These states and their relevant subdivisions apply for the money through a grants program.
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.