We regulations at 36 CFR 7.13(l)
establish a management framework that allows the public to
experience the unique winter resources and values at Yellowstone
National Park. This rule includes provisions that allow greater
flexibility for commercial tour operators, provide mechanisms to
make the park cleaner and quieter than what has been allowed during
the previous four winter seasons, reward oversnow vehicle
innovations and technologies, and allow increases in visitation. It
also requires snowmobiles and snowcoaches operating in the park to
meet air and sound emission requirements and be accompanied by a
guide. This rule also requires that commercial OSV operators
provide a monthly use report and maintain certain records.
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.