In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for three years. However, as terms of clearance, if the agency submits this package for renewal or extension, they are required to (1) explain clearly how how permit applications get submitted, (2) explain clearly how respondents learn about the need to submit a permit application; (3) demonstrate that agency has considered creating a standard application form to reduce possible confusion and public burden; and (4) include a table that clearly lays out the total burden associated with the collection that is currently presented in separate tables.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/2023
36 Months From Approved
03/31/2020
2,770
0
2,767
3,496
0
3,207
165,872
0
195,857
With limited exceptions, ocean dumping - the transportation of any material for the purpose of dumping in ocean waters is prohibited except in compliance with a permit issued under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA). EPA collects or sponsors the collection of information for the purposes of permit issuance, reporting of emergency dumping to safety of life at sea, compliance with permit requirements, including specifically general permits for burial at sea and for transportation and disposal of vessels. EPA is responsible for issuing ocean dumping permits for all materials except dredged material. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is responsible for issuing ocean dumping permits for dredged material using EPAs environmental criteria, though for federal projects, the USACE may apply the environmental criteria directly in lieu of the permit process. Ocean dumping permits for dredged material are subject to EPA review and concurrence.
When compared to the existing ICR, there is an increase in the Total Hours and a decrease in the Total Annual Cost, which is a result of a change in the estimated number of responses and updated reporting burden estimates.
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.
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Burial at Sea, Transportation & Disposal of Vessels, and Disposal of Marine Mammal Carcasses - States & Tribes