In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for 3 years. Upon resubmission, it is suggested the agency continue to communicate with respondents in an effort to accurately estimate information collection burden.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2013
36 Months From Approved
09/30/2010
41,497
0
59,215
2,846,718
0
926,022
0
0
0
Provides information necessary to manage all phases of the process of seeking, awarding, administering and closing financial assistance instruments.
US Code:
42 USC 7254
Name of Law: Department of Energy Organization Act
The number of unduplicated respondents is considered to be slightly lower than the estimated annual numbers above as numerous states, local governments, universities and others submit multiple applications and receive more than one award. In addition, the majority of the information collected is only required at the time an applicant is applying for an award, if there is a change to the financial assistance recipients project scope, or at completion of the project
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.