In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, OMB is withholding approval at this time. Prior to publication of the final rule, the agency must submit to OMB a summary of all comments related to the information collection contained in the proposed rule and the agency response. The agency should clearly indicate any changes made to the information collection as a result of these comments.
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OSMRE and State regulatory authorities use the information collected under 30 CFR 800 to ensure that persons conducting or planning to conduct surface coal mining and reclamation operations post and maintain: (1) an appropriate liability insurance policy, and (2) a performance bond in a form and amount adequate to guarantee fulfillment of all reclamation obligations.
OSM is proposing new regulations, the Stream Protection Rule, which will modify the collection requirements in 30 CFR Part 800. This request will result in a programmatic increase of 17,600 hours and $6,000 in non-wage 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.
800.23 - What additional requirements apply to self-bonds? (Industry)
800.SS.Prop SPR.6-16-15.docx
30 CFR Part 800e.doc
SMCRA - Revised Through December 20 2006.pdf
800.44 - Who may file an objection to a bond release application and how must the regulatory authority respond to an objection? (Individual)