The CM-921 provides insurance carriers
with the means to supply DCMWC with information showing that a
responsible coal mine operator is insured against liability for
payment of compensation under the Federal Black Lung Benefits
Act.
The total number of burden
hours is reduced by 5% since the last clearance. This adjustment is
the result of a slight decline in coal mine operators and an
increase in companies that are covered by self-insurance
(Self-insured companies are not required to complete the CM-921).
The slight increase in cost burden results from increased postage
costs.
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.