In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for three years.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2019
36 Months From Approved
09/30/2015
275
0
2,473
662
0
5,058
0
0
0
DOE requests authorization to collect data on the status of Weatherization Assistance Program, State Energy Program and Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program activities. Activities using DOE funds, exempt activities from Historic Preservation review and all other Historic Preservation activities. DOE has also requested authorization to liaise regularly with states to gather real-time data on implementation issues, challenges, and activities.
The number of respondents dropped from 2,473 to 271 based on the closeout of all EECBG grants. The number of burden hours dropped from 5,264 to 542. In addition, the number of hours per year decreased from four to two hours for WAP based on experience with the report and the program.
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.