We are adjusting this information collection consistent with the repeal of PUHCA in section 1263 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The staff is re-estimating the number of responses to this form to make it consistent with the EDGAR filing record. No substantive or material changes are being made to this information collection. The SEC received approximately 50 Form SE filings in calendar year 2010, a decrease of 732 responses, resulting in a decrease of 73 annual burden hours.
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.