Bus Testing Program

This information collection (IC) request seeks a three-year extension without change for the currently approved collection under OMB Control Number 2132‑0550, “Bus Testing Program.” There have been no changes to the respondent universe, burden hours, or program requirements since OMB last approved this collection in 2023. The response to this collection remains required to obtain or retain a benefit, as federal funds may not be obligated or expended for the acquisition of a new transit bus unless the vehicle satisfies all requirements of FTA’s Bus Testing Program. Respondents to this collection are transit bus manufacturers who submit testing requests to FTA when introducing a new bus model or when major modifications are made to a model previously tested. All information is submitted through FTA’s online bus testing portal. Required information includes bus model and manufacturer details, vehicle specifications, documentation demonstrating compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and descriptions of major design changes, if applicable. While the program itself has not changed, this updated IC reflects increased cost estimates for both respondents and the federal government due solely to updated labor rates.

The latest form for Bus Testing Program expires 2029-07-31 and is listed under ICR 202602-2132-001.