The the changes approved in this ICR are due to change in agency estimate.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
01/31/2024
36 Months From Approved
01/31/2021
183
0
182
7,320
0
3,297
0
0
5,600
The Information collection obligations imposed by the regulations are necessary to implement certain provisions of the CEA, including ensuring that registrants exercise effective risk management and for the efficient operation of trading venues among SDs, MSPs, FCMs and DCOs.
The program changes or adjustments are due to an increase in the number of SDs, MSPs, and FCMs from 166 to 168, the decrease in the number of DCOs from 16 to 15, and an increase in the burden hours from 3256 to 7320.
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.