Federal Railroad Administration Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request, 75169-75171 [E8-29098]

Download as PDF mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 238 / Wednesday, December 10, 2008 / Notices on September 25, 2008 (See 73 FR 55589). DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before January 9, 2009. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Robert Brogan, Office of Planning and Evaluation Division, RRS–21, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 25, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493–6292), or Ms. Nakia Jackson, Office of Information Technology, RAD–20, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 35, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493–6073). (These telephone numbers are not toll-free.) SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Public Law No. 104–13, § 2, 109 Stat. 163 (1995) (codified as revised at 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520), and its implementing regulations, 5 CFR. Part 1320, require Federal agencies to issue two notices seeking public comment on information collection activities before OMB may approve paperwork packages. 44 U.S.C. 3506, 3507; 5 CFR 1320.5, 1320.8(d)(1), 1320.12. On September 25, 2008, FRA published a 60-day notice in the Federal Register soliciting comment on ICRs that the agency was seeking OMB approval. 73 FR 55589. FRA received no comments in response to this notice. Before OMB decides whether to approve this proposed collection of information, it must provide 30 days for public comment. 44 U.S.C. 3507(b); 5 CFR 1320.12(d). Federal law requires OMB to approve or disapprove paperwork packages between 30 and 60 days after the 30 day notice is published. 44 U.S.C. 3507 (b)–(c); 5 CFR 1320.12(d); see also 60 FR 44978, 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. OMB believes that the 30 day notice informs the regulated community to file relevant comments and affords the agency adequate time to digest public comments before it renders a decision. 60 FR 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. Therefore, respondents should submit their respective comments to OMB within 30 days of publication to best ensure having their full effect. 5 CFR 1320.12(c); see also 60 FR 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. The summaries below describe the nature of the information collection requirements (ICRs) and the expected burden. The revised requirements are being submitted for clearance by OMB as required by the PRA. Title: Occupational Noise Exposure for Railroad Operating Employees. OMB Control Number: 2130–0571. Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved collection. VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:49 Dec 09, 2008 Jkt 217001 Affected Public: Railroads. Form(s): N/A. Abstract: The collection of information is used by FRA to ensure that railroads covered by this rule establish and implement—by specified dates—noise monitoring, hearing conservation, and audiometric testing programs, as well as hearing conservation training programs, to protect their employees against the damaging and potentially dangerous effects of excessive noise in the everyday rail environment. Annual Estimated Burden: 43,928 hours. Addressee: Send comments regarding these information collections to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, 725 Seventeenth Street, NW., Washington, DC 20503; Attention: FRA Desk Officer. Comments may also be sent via e-mail to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) of the Office of Management and Budget at the following address: oira_submissions@omb.eop.gov. Comments are invited on the following: Whether the proposed collections of information are necessary for the proper performance of the functions of FRA, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of FRA’s estimates of the burden of the proposed information collections; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the collections of information on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. A comment to OMB is best assured of having its full effect if OMB receives it within 30 days of publication of this notice in the Federal Register. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520. Issued in Washington, DC on December 3, 2008. Martin J. Eble, Acting Director, Office of Financial Management Federal Railroad Administration. [FR Doc. E8–29095 Filed 12–9–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–06–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Railroad Administration Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request AGENCY: Federal Railroad Administration, DOT. ACTION: Notice. PO 00000 Frm 00093 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 75169 SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and its implementing regulations, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) hereby announces that it is seeking renewal of the following currently approved information collection activities. Before submitting these information collection requirements for clearance by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), FRA is soliciting public comment on specific aspects of the activities identified below. DATES: Comments must be received no later than February 9, 2009. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on any or all of the following proposed activities by mail to either: Mr. Robert Brogan, Office of Safety, Planning and Evaluation Division, RRS–21, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 17, Washington, DC 20590, or Ms. Nakia Jackson, Office of Information Technology, RAD–20, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 35, Washington, DC 20590. Commenters requesting FRA to acknowledge receipt of their respective comments must include a self-addressed stamped postcard stating, ‘‘Comments on OMB control number 2130–0548.’’ Alternatively, comments may be transmitted via facsimile to (202) 493– 6216 or (202) 493–6497, or via e-mail to Mr. Brogan at robert.brogan@dot.gov, or to Ms. Jackson at nakia.jackson@dot.gov. Please refer to the assigned OMB control number in any correspondence submitted. FRA will summarize comments received in response to this notice in a subsequent notice and include them in its information collection submission to OMB for approval. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Robert Brogan, Office of Planning and Evaluation Division, RRS–21, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 17, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493–6292) or Ms. Nakia Jackson, Office of Information Technology, RAD–20, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 35, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493–6073). (These telephone numbers are not toll-free.) SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), Public Law No. 104–13, § 2, 109 Stat. 163 (1995) (codified as revised at 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520), and its implementing regulations, 5 CFR Part 1320, require Federal agencies to provide 60-days notice to the public for comment on information collection activities before seeking approval for E:\FR\FM\10DEN1.SGM 10DEN1 75170 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 238 / Wednesday, December 10, 2008 / Notices reinstatement or renewal by OMB. 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A); 5 CFR 1320.8(d)(1), 1320.10(e)(1), 1320.12(a). Specifically, FRA invites interested respondents to comment on the following summary of proposed information collection activities regarding (i) whether the information collection activities are necessary for FRA to properly execute its functions, including whether the activities will have practical utility; (ii) the accuracy of FRA’s estimates of the burden of the information collection activities, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used to determine the estimates; (iii) ways for FRA to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information being collected; and (iv) ways for FRA to minimize the burden of information collection activities on the public by automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology (e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses). See 44 U.S.C. § 3506(c)(2)(A)(i)–(iv); 5 CFR 1320.8(d)(1)(i)–(iv). FRA believes that soliciting public comment will promote its efforts to reduce the administrative and paperwork burdens associated with the collection of information mandated by Federal regulations. In summary, FRA reasons that comments received will advance three objectives: (i) Reduce reporting burdens; (ii) ensure that it organizes information collection requirements in a ‘‘user friendly’’ format to improve the use of such information; and (iii) accurately assess the resources expended to retrieve and produce information requested. See 44 U.S.C. 3501. Below is a brief summary of the currently approved information collection activities that FRA will submit for clearance by OMB as required under the PRA: Title: Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program. OMB Control Number: 2130–0548. Abstract: Prior to the enactment of the Transportation Equity Act of the 21st Century (‘‘TEA 21’’), Title V of the Railroad Revitalization and Regulatory Reform Act of 1976 (the ‘‘Act’’), 45 U.S.C. 821 et seq., authorized FRA to provide railroad financial assistance through the purchase of preference shares (45 U.S.C. 825), and the issuance of loan guarantees (45 U.S.C. 831). The FRA regulations implementing the preference share program were eliminated on February 9, 1996, due to the fact that the authorization for the program expired (28 FR 4937). The FRA regulations implementing the loan guarantee provisions of Title V of the Act are contained in 49 CFR 260. Section 7203 of TEA 21, Public Law 105–178 (June 9, 1998), replaces the existing Title V financing programs. The collection of information is used by FRA staff to determine the eligibility of applicants for a loan regarding eligible projects for the improvement/ rehabilitation of rail equipment or facilities, the refinancing of outstanding debt for these purposes, or the development of new intermodal or railroad facilities. The aggregate unpaid principal amounts of obligations can not exceed $3.5 billion at any one time and not less than $1 billion is to be available solely for projects benefitting railroads other than Class I carriers. Affected Public: State and local governments, government sponsored authorities and corporations, railroads (including Amtrak), and joint ventures that include at least one railroad. REPORTING BURDEN Average time per response (hours) Respondent universe Total annual responses 260.19—Pre-Application Meeting ... 260.23—Form and Content of Applications Generally. 229.25—Additional Information for Applicants without a Credit Rating. 260.31—Execution and Filing of the Application—Original—Certificates with Original Application—Transmittal Letters—Original Application and Supporting Documents. 260.33—Information Requests— Statements by Applicants Requesting Confidentiality of Submitted Information. 260/35—Environmental Assessment—Environmental Impact Statements/Documents—Consultations with FRA Administrator. 260.41—Inspection and Reporting—Submission of Financial and Other Documents Detailing Maintenance and Inspection in Compliance with Section 260.39. 260.49—Avoiding Defaults—Deferral Requests. mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES CFR section 21,956 potential applicants ............ 21,956 potential applicants ............ 3 meetings ..................................... 15 applications ............................... 1 20 3 300 555 potential applicants ................. 13 financial document packages ... 50 650 21,956 21,956 21,956 21,956 15 15 20 15 executed app. ........................... certificates ................................. letters ........................................ app. pkgs. ................................. .6 .6 .6 1.5 9 9 9 23 21,956 potential applicants ............ 15 statements ................................ *30 8 21,956 potential applicants ............ 21,956 potential applicants ............ 2 assessments ............................... 5 consultations ............................... 1,000 1 2,000 5 21,956 potential applicants ............ 120 financial records ...................... 10 1,200 21,956 potential applicants ............ 1 request ........................................ 10 10 potential potential potential potential applicants applicants applicants applicants ............ ............ ............ ............ Total annual burden hours * In minutes. Total Responses: 239. Estimated Total Annual Burden: 4,226 hours. Status: Regular Review. VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:49 Dec 09, 2008 Jkt 217001 Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 3507(a) and 5 CFR 1320.5(b), 1320.8(b)(3)(vi), FRA informs all interested parties that it may not conduct or sponsor, and a PO 00000 Frm 00094 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 respondent is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. E:\FR\FM\10DEN1.SGM 10DEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 238 / Wednesday, December 10, 2008 / Notices Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520. Issued in Washington, DC on December 3, 2008. Martin J. Eble, Acting Director, Office of Financial Management, Federal Railroad Administration. [FR Doc. E8–29098 Filed 12–9–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–06–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [Docket No. NHTSA–2008–0176; Notice 1] Adrian Steel Company on Behalf of Commercial Truck and Van, Receipt of Petition for Decision of Inconsequential Noncompliance mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES Adrian Steel Company (Adrian), on behalf of Commercial Truck and Van Equipment, Inc. (CTV) has determined that certain model year 2006–2008 incomplete vehicles that CTV completed as trucks did not fully comply with paragraph S4.3 of 49 CFR 571.110, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110 Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles With a GVWR of 4,536 Kilograms (10,000 pounds) or Less. Adrian has filed an appropriate report pursuant to 49 CFR Part 573, Defect and Noncompliance Responsibility and Reports. Pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 30118(d) and 30120(h) (see implementing rule at 49 CFR part 556), Adrian has petitioned for an exemption from the notification and remedy requirements of 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301 on the basis that this noncompliance is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety. This notice of receipt of Adrian, petition is published under 49 U.S.C. 30118 and 30120 and does not represent any agency decision or other exercise of judgment concerning the merits of the petition. Affected are approximately 7,761 model years 2006–2008 General Motors Chevrolet Cargo Uplander GMT201 platform incomplete vehicles that CTV, acting as the final stage manufacturer, completed as trucks. CTV completed these vehicles during the period September 1, 2005 through June 4, 2008. Paragraph S4.3 of FMVSS No. 110 requires in pertinent part: S4.3 Placard. Each vehicle, except for a trailer or incomplete vehicle, shall show the information specified in S4.3 (a) through (g), and may show, at the manufacturer’s option, the information specified in S4.3 (h) and (i), on a placard permanently affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar. In each vehicle without VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:49 Dec 09, 2008 Jkt 217001 a driver’s side B-pillar and with two doors on the driver’s side of the vehicle opening in opposite directions, the placard shall be affixed on the forward edge of the rear side door. If the above locations do not permit the affixing of a placard that is legible, visible and prominent, the placard shall be permanently affixed to the rear edge of the driver’s side door. If this location does not permit the affixing of a placard that is legible, visible and prominent, the placard shall be affixed to the inward facing surface of the vehicle next to the driver’s seating position. This information shall be in the English language and conform in color and format, not including the border surrounding the entire placard, as shown in the example set forth in Figure 1 in this standard. At the manufacturer’s option, the information specified in S4.3 (c), (d), and, as appropriate, (h) and (i) may be shown, alternatively to being shown on the placard, on a tire inflation pressure label which must conform in color and format, not including the border surrounding the entire label, as shown in the example set forth in Figure 2 in this standard. The label shall be permanently affixed and proximate to the placard required by this paragraph. The information specified in S4.3 (e) shall be shown on both the vehicle placard and on the tire inflation pressure label (if such a label is affixed to provide the information specified in S4.3 (c), (d), and, as appropriate, (h) and (i)) may be shown in the format and color scheme set forth in Figures 1 and 2. (a) Vehicle capacity weight expressed as ‘‘The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kilograms or XXX pounds’’; (b) Designated seated capacity (expressed in terms of total number of occupants and number of occupants for each front and rear seat location); (c) Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure for front, rear and spare tires, subject to the limitations of S4.3.4. For full size spare tires, the statement ‘‘see above’’ may, at the Manufacturer’s option replace manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure. If no spare tire is provided, the word ‘‘none’’ must replace the manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure. (d) Tire size designation, indicated by the headings ‘‘size’’ or ‘‘original tire size’’ or ‘‘original size,’’ and ‘‘spare tire’’ or ‘‘spare,’’ for the tires installed at the time of the first purchase for purposes other than resale. For full size spare tires, the statement ‘‘see above’’ may, at the manufacturer’s option replace the tire size designation. If no spare tire is provided, the word ‘‘none’’ must replace the tire size designation * * * In its petition, Adrian explained that several noncompliances with FMVSS No. 110 exist due to errors and omissions on the tire and loading information placard that it affixed to the vehicles. The noncompliances were identified as: 1. Paragraph S4.3(a) requires that the vehicle capacity weight be stated on the vehicle tire and loading information placard in Metric and English units. The PO 00000 Frm 00095 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 75171 Metric value (646 kg) appears correct but the English conversion value (5797 lb) is not correct. 2. Paragraph S4.3(c) requires that the recommended tire inflation pressures be stated on the vehicle placard for the original tires including the spare tire, and, by the example in FMVSS No. 110, be stated in both Metric (KPA) and English (PSI) units. The inflation pressures on the vehicle tire and loading information placard appear to be the English value only with no units identified, and no inflation pressure is provided for the spare tire. 3. Paragraph S4.3(d) requires the original tire sizes, including the spare, be stated on the vehicle tire and loading information placard. It appears that the information in the tire size column is rim size information. No tire size information is provided for the spare tire. Furthermore, the vehicle certification label required by 49 CFR Part 567, Certification, requires the vehicle type classification (e.g., truck, multipurpose passenger vehicle, bus, trailer) to be specified. The certification labels specify a vehicle type classification of ‘‘Van’’ which is not a classification type recognized by the agency. Summary of why Adrian Steel believes that the identified noncompliances are inconsequential to motor vehicle safety: Adrian Steel believes that the tire and loading information placard is duplicated by the vehicle certification label (required by 49 CFR Part 567) because it also provides the appropriate information for an owner to understand tire inflation pressures, tire size and load ratings. Specifically: 1. Paragraph S4.3(a) requires that the vehicle capacity weight be stated on the vehicle placard in Metric and English units. Although the English units had been converted incorrectly, the measure was correct on the tire and loading information placard. Also, the vehicle certification label identifies the GVWR so that the safe gross vehicle weight rating is clearly identified. 2. Paragraph S4.3(c) requires that the recommended tire inflation pressures be stated on the vehicle placard for the original tires, stated in both Metric and English units. The inflation pressure of 35 was identified on the tire and loading information placard but the unit of measure was not included, however, it is included on the vehicle certification label which is mounted on the vehicle’s B pillar adjacent to the tire and loading information placard. Since the tire inflation pressure is clearly identified on the Vehicle Certification Label, the information is available to the owner. E:\FR\FM\10DEN1.SGM 10DEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 238 (Wednesday, December 10, 2008)]
[Notices]
[Pages 75169-75171]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-29098]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION


Federal Railroad Administration Proposed Agency Information 
Collection Activities; Comment Request

AGENCY: Federal Railroad Administration, DOT.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and its 
implementing regulations, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) 
hereby announces that it is seeking renewal of the following currently 
approved information collection activities. Before submitting these 
information collection requirements for clearance by the Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB), FRA is soliciting public comment on 
specific aspects of the activities identified below.

DATES: Comments must be received no later than February 9, 2009.

ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on any or all of the following 
proposed activities by mail to either: Mr. Robert Brogan, Office of 
Safety, Planning and Evaluation Division, RRS-21, Federal Railroad 
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 17, Washington, DC 
20590, or Ms. Nakia Jackson, Office of Information Technology, RAD-20, 
Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 
35, Washington, DC 20590. Commenters requesting FRA to acknowledge 
receipt of their respective comments must include a self-addressed 
stamped postcard stating, ``Comments on OMB control number 2130-0548.'' 
Alternatively, comments may be transmitted via facsimile to (202) 493-
6216 or (202) 493-6497, or via e-mail to Mr. Brogan at 
robert.brogan@dot.gov, or to Ms. Jackson at nakia.jackson@dot.gov. 
Please refer to the assigned OMB control number in any correspondence 
submitted. FRA will summarize comments received in response to this 
notice in a subsequent notice and include them in its information 
collection submission to OMB for approval.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
    Mr. Robert Brogan, Office of Planning and Evaluation Division, RRS-
21, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail 
Stop 17, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493-6292) or Ms. Nakia 
Jackson, Office of Information Technology, RAD-20, Federal Railroad 
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Mail Stop 35, Washington, DC 
20590 (telephone: (202) 493-6073). (These telephone numbers are not 
toll-free.)

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), 
Public Law No. 104-13, Sec.  2, 109 Stat. 163 (1995) (codified as 
revised at 44 U.S.C. 3501-3520), and its implementing regulations, 5 
CFR Part 1320, require Federal agencies to provide 60-days notice to 
the public for comment on information collection activities before 
seeking approval for

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reinstatement or renewal by OMB. 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A); 5 CFR 
1320.8(d)(1), 1320.10(e)(1), 1320.12(a). Specifically, FRA invites 
interested respondents to comment on the following summary of proposed 
information collection activities regarding (i) whether the information 
collection activities are necessary for FRA to properly execute its 
functions, including whether the activities will have practical 
utility; (ii) the accuracy of FRA's estimates of the burden of the 
information collection activities, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used to determine the estimates; (iii) ways 
for FRA to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information 
being collected; and (iv) ways for FRA to minimize the burden of 
information collection activities on the public by automated, 
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology (e.g., permitting electronic 
submission of responses). See 44 U.S.C. Sec.  3506(c)(2)(A)(i)-(iv); 5 
CFR 1320.8(d)(1)(i)-(iv). FRA believes that soliciting public comment 
will promote its efforts to reduce the administrative and paperwork 
burdens associated with the collection of information mandated by 
Federal regulations. In summary, FRA reasons that comments received 
will advance three objectives: (i) Reduce reporting burdens; (ii) 
ensure that it organizes information collection requirements in a 
``user friendly'' format to improve the use of such information; and 
(iii) accurately assess the resources expended to retrieve and produce 
information requested. See 44 U.S.C. 3501.
    Below is a brief summary of the currently approved information 
collection activities that FRA will submit for clearance by OMB as 
required under the PRA:
    Title: Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing Program.
    OMB Control Number: 2130-0548.
    Abstract: Prior to the enactment of the Transportation Equity Act 
of the 21st Century (``TEA 21''), Title V of the Railroad 
Revitalization and Regulatory Reform Act of 1976 (the ``Act''), 45 
U.S.C. 821 et seq., authorized FRA to provide railroad financial 
assistance through the purchase of preference shares (45 U.S.C. 825), 
and the issuance of loan guarantees (45 U.S.C. 831). The FRA 
regulations implementing the preference share program were eliminated 
on February 9, 1996, due to the fact that the authorization for the 
program expired (28 FR 4937). The FRA regulations implementing the loan 
guarantee provisions of Title V of the Act are contained in 49 CFR 260. 
Section 7203 of TEA 21, Public Law 105-178 (June 9, 1998), replaces the 
existing Title V financing programs. The collection of information is 
used by FRA staff to determine the eligibility of applicants for a loan 
regarding eligible projects for the improvement/rehabilitation of rail 
equipment or facilities, the refinancing of outstanding debt for these 
purposes, or the development of new intermodal or railroad facilities. 
The aggregate unpaid principal amounts of obligations can not exceed 
$3.5 billion at any one time and not less than $1 billion is to be 
available solely for projects benefitting railroads other than Class I 
carriers.
    Affected Public: State and local governments, government sponsored 
authorities and corporations, railroads (including Amtrak), and joint 
ventures that include at least one railroad.

                                                Reporting Burden
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                                                                                   Average time
            CFR section              Respondent  universe       Total annual       per response    Total annual
                                                                 responses            (hours)      burden hours
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260.19--Pre-Application Meeting...  21,956 potential       3 meetings...........               1               3
                                     applicants.
260.23--Form and Content of         21,956 potential       15 applications......              20             300
 Applications Generally.             applicants.
229.25--Additional Information for  555 potential          13 financial document              50             650
 Applicants without a Credit         applicants.            packages.
 Rating.
260.31--Execution and Filing of     21,956 potential       15 executed app......              .6               9
 the Application--Original--         applicants.           15 certificates......              .6               9
 Certificates with Original         21,956 potential       20 letters...........              .6               9
 Application--Transmittal Letters--  applicants.           15 app. pkgs.........             1.5              23
 Original Application and           21,956 potential
 Supporting Documents.               applicants.
                                    21,956 potential
                                     applicants.
260.33--Information Requests--      21,956 potential       15 statements........             *30               8
 Statements by Applicants            applicants.
 Requesting Confidentiality of
 Submitted Information.
260/35--Environmental Assessment--  21,956 potential       2 assessments........           1,000           2,000
 Environmental Impact Statements/    applicants.           5 consultations......               1               5
 Documents--Consultations with FRA  21,956 potential
 Administrator.                      applicants.
260.41--Inspection and Reporting--  21,956 potential       120 financial records              10           1,200
 Submission of Financial and Other   applicants.
 Documents Detailing Maintenance
 and Inspection in Compliance with
 Section 260.39.
260.49--Avoiding Defaults--         21,956 potential       1 request............              10              10
 Deferral Requests.                  applicants.
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* In minutes.

    Total Responses: 239.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden: 4,226 hours.
    Status: Regular Review.
    Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 3507(a) and 5 CFR 1320.5(b), 
1320.8(b)(3)(vi), FRA informs all interested parties that it may not 
conduct or sponsor, and a respondent is not required to respond to, a 
collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB 
control number.


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    Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501-3520.

    Issued in Washington, DC on December 3, 2008.
Martin J. Eble,
Acting Director, Office of Financial Management, Federal Railroad 
Administration.
[FR Doc. E8-29098 Filed 12-9-08; 8:45 am]
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