This information is necessary (1) to
determine that persons are qualified to produce alcohol for fuel
purposes and to identify such persons, (2) to account for distilled
spirits produced and verify its proper disposition, and (3) to keep
registrations current and evaluate permissible variations from
prescribed procedures.
There is a program change
increase because we added 3 new items. There is an adjustment
increase because there was an increase in the number of
permittees.
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.