HRSA uses the information collected to make a determination as to NEPA compliance. Applicants provide the information requested in the EID in order to qualify to receive benefits in the form of grants for purposes outlined in the applicable law.
The series of questions in the EID collects specific project and site related information not collected in other application forms. This information is needed to determine the level of review required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and related laws. HRSA will use this information along with overall program applications to determine eligibility and the level of environmental review required under NEPA for construction related awards. For example, information submitted on the EID may show that the proposed project impact is minimal and therefore the project requires no further review under NEPA and other related laws. Alternatively, the results of the EID may also identify that the proposed project does require further review and evaluation such as: 1) the preparation and public notice of an Environmental Assessment under NEPA; 2) consultation under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA); 3) site testing for the presence of hazardous materials such as asbestos or lead; or 4) further consultation and coordination with other Federal Agencies on issues such as endangered species, floodplain management or wetland permits.
US Code:
42 USC 4321
Name of Law: National Environmental Policy Act
New estimate in the number of respondents has reduced the estimated burden.
$500,000
No
No
No
No
Yes
Uncollected
Lisa Wright-Solomon 3014430985
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.