This information collection is approved for one year. In its subsequent renewal submission, EPA shall submit an updated supporting statement that includes (a) an updated description of the program and the information needed from respondents; (b) updated burden and cost estimates associated with the information; (c) a description of the method by which the information should be submitted to EPA; (d) a new FR citation soliciting comments and a summary of public comments received in response to the citation; and (e) a summary of consultation with representatives outside of EPA to obtain views on availability of data, frequency of collection, clarity of instructions, and recordkeeping, disclosure, or reporting format (if any), and on the data elements to be recorded, disclosed, or reported. In addition, EPA shall, to the extent possible, include in its request all forms and instructions related to the information covered by the supporting statement.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/2016
36 Months From Approved
07/31/2015
12,931
0
8,494
805,847
0
871,223
0
0
0
States provide EPA with information on capitalizing grants and how they administer and operate their Clean Water State Revolving Fund Programs. EPA uses the data to ensure national accountability, adequate public comment and review, fiscal integrity and consistent management to achieve environmental benefits.
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.