The National Geospatial Program (NGP)
of the US Geological Survey (USGS) provides funding to collect,
archive and disseminate base layer geospatial data as part of The
National Map. We accept applications from State, Local or Tribal
governments; nonprofit, nongovernmental organizations; and academic
institutions to advance the development of The National Map and
other national geospatial databases.
EO: EO
12906 Name/Subject of EO: Coordinating Geographic Data Access
US Code: 44
USC 101 Name of Law: E-Government Act of 2002
Based upon participation during
the past three years, we expect the number of requests to almost
double. The quarterly reports have been changed to monthly reports
to provide insight into project progress or delays.
$31,901
No
No
No
No
Yes
Uncollected
James Sayer 650 329-4093
jsayer@usgs.gov
No
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.