In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for 3 years. Upon resubmission, it is recommended that the agency provide to OMB a fuller sample of questionnaire screens, representative of both the estimated burden and nature and quality of information collected. In addition, it is recommended that the agency include in its supporting statement, a detailed explanation of the iterative path nature of the questionnaire.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2012
36 Months From Approved
1,500
0
0
30,000
0
0
0
0
0
Collection of this information supports Infrastructure Security and Energy Restoration (ISER) strategic plan and goals for Energy Infrastructure and helps to identify systemic problems and dependency issues that may impact system-wide reliability, survivability and resiliency. Without this information, the ISER will not have the analytical data for Energy Sector as a system which could impact decision making and emergency response planning.
US Code:
42 USC 7101
Name of Law: Department of Energy Organization Act
US Code:
16 USC 792
Name of Law: The Federal Power Act
US Code:
42 USC 5195c
Name of Law: USA Patriot Act of 2001
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.