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Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 198 / Thursday, October 14, 2010 / Notices pass through a metal detector, and sign the EPA visitor log. All visitor bags are processed through an X-ray machine and subject to search. Visitors will be provided an EPA/DC badge that must be visible at all times in the building and returned upon departure. II. What action is the agency taking? Under EPA contract number GS–10F– 0308P, Order Number EP10H002115, contractor Avanti Corporation, 5520 Cherokee Avenue, Suite 205, Alexandria, VA will assist EPA’s Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) in providing technical and administrative support for meetings related to investigation of chemicals and biotechnology products for possible regulatory or other control actions. They will also provide computer data base support related to providing information on chemical regulatory actions and related policy decisions. In accordance with 40 CFR 2.306(j), EPA has determined that under EPA contract number GS–10F–0308P, Order Number EP10H002115, Avanti will require access to CBI submitted to EPA under all sections of TSCA to perform successfully the duties specified under the contract. Avanti’s personnel will be given access to information submitted to EPA under all sections of TSCA. Some of the information may be claimed or determined to be CBI. EPA is issuing this notice to inform all submitters of information under all sections of TSCA that EPA may provide Avanti access to these CBI materials on a need-to-know basis only. All access to TSCA CBI under this contract will take place at EPA Headquarters in accordance with EPA’s TSCA CBI Protection Manual. Access to TSCA data, including CBI, will continue until October 31, 2015. If the contract is extended, this access will also continue for the duration of the extended contract without further notice. Avanti’s personnel will be required to sign nondisclosure agreements and will be briefed on appropriate security procedures before they are permitted access to TSCA CBI. jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES List of Subjects Environmental protection, Confidential business information. Dated: October 7, 2010. Matthew Leopard, Director, Information Management Division, Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics. [FR Doc. 2010–25908 Filed 10–13–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:30 Oct 13, 2010 Jkt 223001 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA–HQ–OAR–2007–0904 and 1182; FRL– 9213–2] Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collections; Request for Comment on Three Proposed Information Collection Requests (ICRs) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that EPA is planning to submit a request to renew one existing approved Information Collection Requests (ICRs) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). ICR 1826.06 is scheduled to expire May 31, 2011. EPA is also planning to submit a request to revise ICR 1684.16, which is scheduled to expire on July 31, 2012. Before submitting these ICRs to OMB for review and approval, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collections as described below. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before December 13, 2010. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by the Docket ID numbers provided for each item in the text, by one of the following methods: • https://www.regulations.gov: Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: a-and-r-Docket@epa.gov. • Fax: (202) 566–9744. • Mail: Air Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 2822T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. • Hand Delivery: Docket Center, (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket’s normal hours of operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of boxed information. Instructions: Direct your comments to the Docket ID Numbers identified for each item in the text. EPA’s policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change and may be made available online at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 63171 information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through www.regulations.gov or e-mail. The https://www.regulations.gov Web site is an ‘‘anonymous access’’ system, which means EPA will not know your identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly to EPA without going through www.regulations.gov, your e-mail address will be automatically captured and included as part of the comment that is placed in the public docket and made available on the Internet. If you submit an electronic comment, EPA recommends that you include your name and other contact information in the body of your comment and with any disk or CD–ROM you submit. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should avoid the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be free of any defects or viruses. For additional information about EPA’s public docket visit the EPA Docket Center homepage at https:// www.epa.gov/epahome/dockets.htm. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nydia Yanira Reyes-Morales, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Mail Code 6403J, Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202–343–9264; fax number: 202–343–2804; e-mail address: reyes-morales.nydia@epa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: How can I access the docket and/or submit comments? EPA has established a public docket for each of the ICRs identified in this document (see the Docket ID numbers for each ICR that are provided in the text), which is available for online viewing at https://www.regulations.gov, or in person viewing at the Air Docket in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA/DC Public Reading Room is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is 202–566–1744, and the telephone number for the Air Docket is 202–566–1742. Use https://www.regulations.gov to obtain a copy of the draft collection of information, submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select ‘‘search,’’ then key in E:\FR\FM\14OCN1.SGM 14OCN1 63172 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 198 / Thursday, October 14, 2010 / Notices the Docket ID number identified in this document. What information collection activities or ICRs does this apply to? What information is EPA particularly interested in? Docket ID Number: EPA–HQ–OAR– 2007–0904 Affected Entities: Entities potentially affected by this action are manufacturers of nonroad compression ignition and spark ignition engines and equipment. Title: Transition Program for Equipment Manufacturers. ICR Numbers: EPA ICR No. 1826.06, OMB Control No. 2060–0369. ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on May 31, 2011. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA’s regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the Federal Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in the Federal Register or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. Abstract: When EPA establishes new regulations with tighter engine emission standards, engine manufacturers often need to change the design of their engines to achieve the emission reductions required by the new standards. Consequently, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) may also need to redesign their products to accommodate these engine design changes. Sometimes, OEMs have trouble making the necessary adjustments by the effective date of the regulations. In an effort to provide OEMs with some flexibility in complying with the regulations, EPA created the Transition Program for Equipment Manufacturers (TPEM). Under the program, OEMs are allowed to delay compliance with the new standards for up to seven years as long as they comply with certain limitations. Participation in the program is voluntary. Participating OEMs and engine manufacturers who provide the noncompliant engines are required to keep records and submit reports of their activities under the program. Burden Statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 80.5 hours per equipment manufacturer and 74.5 hours per engine manufacturer. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed Pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA, EPA specifically solicits comments and information to enable it to: (i) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (ii) evaluate the accuracy of the Agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (iii) enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (iv) minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. In particular, EPA is requesting comments from very small businesses (those that employ less than 25) on examples of specific additional efforts that EPA could make to reduce the paperwork burden for very small businesses affected by this collection. jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES What should I consider when I prepare my comments for EPA? You may find the following suggestions helpful for preparing your comments: 1. Explain your views as clearly as possible and provide specific examples. 2. Describe any assumptions that you used. 3. Provide copies of any technical information and/or data you used that support your views. 4. If you estimate potential burden or costs, explain how you arrived at the estimate that you provide. 5. Offer alternative ways to improve the collection activity. 6. Make sure to submit your comments by the deadline identified under DATES. 7. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, be sure to identify the docket ID number assigned to this action in the subject line on the first page of your response. You may also provide the name, date, and Federal Register citation. VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:30 Oct 13, 2010 Jkt 223001 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements which have subsequently changed; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and transmit or otherwise disclose the information. The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency’s estimate, which is only briefly summarized here: • Estimated total number of potential respondents: 213. • Frequency of response: Annual. • Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent: 1. • Estimated total annual burden hours: 17,069. • Estimated total annual costs: $848,582. This includes an estimated burden cost of $5,829 for operation and maintenance costs. Are there changes in the estimates from the last approval? To date, there are no changes in the number of hours in the total estimated respondent burden compared with that identified in the ICR currently approved by OMB. However, EPA is still evaluating information that may lead to a change in the estimates. Docket ID Number: EPA–HQ–OAR– 2007–1182 Affected entities: Entities potentially affected by these actions are manufacturers of nonroad compression ignition engines and on-highway heavyduty engines; and owners of heavy-duty truck fleets. Title: Emissions Certification and Compliance Requirements for Nonroad Compression-ignition Engines and Onhighway Heavy Duty Engines. ICR Numbers: EPA ICR No. 1684.16, OMB Control No. 2060–0287. ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on July 31, 2012. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA’s regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the Federal Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed either by publication in the Federal Register or by other appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or E:\FR\FM\14OCN1.SGM 14OCN1 jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 198 / Thursday, October 14, 2010 / Notices form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. Abstract: This information collection is requested under the authority of Title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). Under Title II, EPA is charged with issuing certificates of conformity for those engines which comply with applicable emission standards. Such a certificate must be issued before engines may be legally introduced into commerce. Certification requirements for nonroad compression-ignition engines and on-highway heavy duty engines are set forth at 40 CFR Parts 86, 89, 94, 1039, and 1065. To apply for a certificate of conformity, manufacturers are required to submit descriptions of their planned production line, including detailed descriptions of the emission control system and test data. This information is organized by ‘‘engine family’’ groups expected to have similar emission characteristics. Manufacturers must also comply with requirements related to audits and other compliance assurance programs. There are also recordkeeping and labeling requirements. Manufacturers electing to participate in the Averaging, Banking and Trading (ABT) Program are also required to submit information regarding the calculation of projected and actual generation and usage of credits in an initial report, end-of-year report and final report. These reports are used for certification and enforcement purposes. Manufacturers need to maintain records for eight years on the engine families participating in the program. This ICR is being revised to include EPA’s Heavy-duty Engine In-use Testing Program. This program is currently part of another existing approved ICR. Burden Statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden is estimated to average 2,113 hours. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable instructions and requirements which have subsequently changed; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of information; VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:30 Oct 13, 2010 Jkt 223001 and transmit or otherwise disclose the information. The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency’s estimate, which is only briefly summarized here: • Estimated total number of potential respondents: 122. • Frequency of response: Annual and quarterly and on occasion. • Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent: 17. • Estimated total annual burden hours: 143,694. • Estimated total annual costs: $13,985,374. This includes an estimated burden cost of $5,484,884 for operation and maintenance costs. Are there changes in the estimates from the last approval? Yes. EPA is revising this ICR to include EPA’s Heavy-duty Engine In-use Testing Program which is currently part of ICR 0222.09, OMB Number 20060– 0086. EPA is still evaluating information that may lead to further changes in the estimates. What is the next step in the process for these ICRs? EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICRs as appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. At that time, EPA will issue another Federal Register notice pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.5(a)(1)(iv) to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the opportunity to submit additional comments to OMB. If you have any questions about this ICR or the approval process, please contact the technical person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Dated: October 6, 2010. Margo Tsirigotis Oge, Director, Office of Transportation and Air Quality, Office of Air and Radiation. [FR Doc. 2010–25898 Filed 10–13–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [FRL–9213–3] Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request for Production Outlook Reports for Un-Registered Renewable Fuel Producers; EPA ICR No. 2409.01 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 63173 In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that EPA is planning to submit a request to for a new Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This ICR affects certain unregistered renewable fuel producers, who are not required to register or report under the renewable fuels program (RFS2), to voluntarily submit the same or similar information contained in a production outlook report. These producers are most likely in the planning stages, but expect to begin producing renewable fuels in the next five (5) calendar years. Participation by respondents is strictly voluntary. EPA plans to use the existing production outlook report format for submissions by these parties. DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before December 13, 2010. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA–HQ– OAR–2005–0161 by one of the following methods: • https://www.regulations.gov: Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: a-and-r-Docket@epa.gov. • Mail: Air Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, Mail Code: 6102T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. • Fax or Hand Delivery: EPA’s Public Reading Room is located in Room 3334 of the EPA West Building, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. Docket hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., excluding legal holidays. In order to ensure to arrange for proper fax or hand delivery of materials, please call the Air Docket at 202–566–1742. Instructions: Direct your comments to Docket ID No. EPA–HQ–OAR–2005– 0161. EPA’s policy is that all comments received will be included in the public docket without change and may be made available online at https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information claimed to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information for which disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through https:// www.regulations.gov or e-mail. The https://www.regulations.gov Web site is an ‘‘anonymous access’’ system, which means EPA will not know your identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\14OCN1.SGM 14OCN1

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Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collections; 
Request for Comment on Three Proposed Information Collection Requests 
(ICRs)

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) (44 
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that EPA is planning to 
submit a request to renew one existing approved Information Collection 
Requests (ICRs) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). ICR 
1826.06 is scheduled to expire May 31, 2011. EPA is also planning to 
submit a request to revise ICR 1684.16, which is scheduled to expire on 
July 31, 2012. Before submitting these ICRs to OMB for review and 
approval, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the 
proposed information collections as described below.

DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before December 13, 2010.

ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by the Docket ID numbers 
provided for each item in the text, by one of the following methods:
     https://www.regulations.gov: Follow the on-line 
instructions for submitting comments.
     E-mail: a-and-r-Docket@epa.gov.
     Fax: (202) 566-9744.
     Mail: Air Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Mailcode: 2822T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460.
     Hand Delivery: Docket Center, (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room 
3334, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460. Such 
deliveries are only accepted during the Docket's normal hours of 
operation, and special arrangements should be made for deliveries of 
boxed information.
    Instructions: Direct your comments to the Docket ID Numbers 
identified for each item in the text. EPA's policy is that all comments 
received will be included in the public docket without change and may 
be made available online at https://www.regulations.gov, including any 
personal information provided, unless the comment includes information 
claimed to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other 
information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit 
information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through 
www.regulations.gov or e-mail. The https://www.regulations.gov Web site 
is an ``anonymous access'' system, which means EPA will not know your 
identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of 
your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly to EPA without 
going through www.regulations.gov, your e-mail address will be 
automatically captured and included as part of the comment that is 
placed in the public docket and made available on the Internet. If you 
submit an electronic comment, EPA recommends that you include your name 
and other contact information in the body of your comment and with any 
disk or CD-ROM you submit. If EPA cannot read your comment due to 
technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA 
may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should avoid 
the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be free of 
any defects or viruses. For additional information about EPA's public 
docket visit the EPA Docket Center homepage at https://www.epa.gov/epahome/dockets.htm.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nydia Yanira Reyes-Morales, 
Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Mail 
Code 6403J, Washington, DC 20460; telephone number: 202-343-9264; fax 
number: 202-343-2804; e-mail address: reyes-morales.nydia@epa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

How can I access the docket and/or submit comments?

    EPA has established a public docket for each of the ICRs identified 
in this document (see the Docket ID numbers for each ICR that are 
provided in the text), which is available for online viewing at https://www.regulations.gov, or in person viewing at the Air Docket in the EPA 
Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave., 
NW., Washington, DC. The EPA/DC Public Reading Room is open from 8 a.m. 
to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The 
telephone number for the Reading Room is 202-566-1744, and the 
telephone number for the Air Docket is 202-566-1742.
    Use https://www.regulations.gov to obtain a copy of the draft 
collection of information, submit or view public comments, access the 
index listing of the contents of the docket, and to access those 
documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Once 
in the system, select ``search,'' then key in

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the Docket ID number identified in this document.

What information is EPA particularly interested in?

    Pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA, EPA specifically 
solicits comments and information to enable it to:
    (i) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is 
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency, 
including whether the information will have practical utility;
    (ii) evaluate the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden 
of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of 
the methodology and assumptions used;
    (iii) enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information 
to be collected; and
    (iv) minimize the burden of the collection of information on those 
who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated 
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic 
submission of responses. In particular, EPA is requesting comments from 
very small businesses (those that employ less than 25) on examples of 
specific additional efforts that EPA could make to reduce the paperwork 
burden for very small businesses affected by this collection.

What should I consider when I prepare my comments for EPA?

    You may find the following suggestions helpful for preparing your 
comments:
    1. Explain your views as clearly as possible and provide specific 
examples.
    2. Describe any assumptions that you used.
    3. Provide copies of any technical information and/or data you used 
that support your views.
    4. If you estimate potential burden or costs, explain how you 
arrived at the estimate that you provide.
    5. Offer alternative ways to improve the collection activity.
    6. Make sure to submit your comments by the deadline identified 
under DATES.
    7. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, be sure to identify the docket 
ID number assigned to this action in the subject line on the first page 
of your response. You may also provide the name, date, and Federal 
Register citation.

What information collection activities or ICRs does this apply to?

Docket ID Number: EPA-HQ-OAR-2007-0904

    Affected Entities: Entities potentially affected by this action are 
manufacturers of nonroad compression ignition and spark ignition 
engines and equipment.
    Title: Transition Program for Equipment Manufacturers.
    ICR Numbers: EPA ICR No. 1826.06, OMB Control No. 2060-0369.
    ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on May 31, 
2011. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not 
required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays 
a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA's 
regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the Federal 
Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed 
either by publication in the Federal Register or by other appropriate 
means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if 
applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA 
regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9.
    Abstract: When EPA establishes new regulations with tighter engine 
emission standards, engine manufacturers often need to change the 
design of their engines to achieve the emission reductions required by 
the new standards. Consequently, original equipment manufacturers 
(OEMs) may also need to redesign their products to accommodate these 
engine design changes. Sometimes, OEMs have trouble making the 
necessary adjustments by the effective date of the regulations. In an 
effort to provide OEMs with some flexibility in complying with the 
regulations, EPA created the Transition Program for Equipment 
Manufacturers (TPEM). Under the program, OEMs are allowed to delay 
compliance with the new standards for up to seven years as long as they 
comply with certain limitations. Participation in the program is 
voluntary. Participating OEMs and engine manufacturers who provide the 
noncompliant engines are required to keep records and submit reports of 
their activities under the program.
    Burden Statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping 
burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 80.5 
hours per equipment manufacturer and 74.5 hours per engine 
manufacturer. Burden means the total time, effort, or financial 
resources expended by persons to generate, maintain, retain, or 
disclose or provide information to or for a Federal agency. This 
includes the time needed to review instructions; develop, acquire, 
install, and utilize technology and systems for the purposes of 
collecting, validating, and verifying information, processing and 
maintaining information, and disclosing and providing information; 
adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously applicable 
instructions and requirements which have subsequently changed; train 
personnel to be able to respond to a collection of information; search 
data sources; complete and review the collection of information; and 
transmit or otherwise disclose the information.
    The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate, 
which is only briefly summarized here:
     Estimated total number of potential respondents: 213.
     Frequency of response: Annual.
     Estimated total average number of responses for each 
respondent: 1.
     Estimated total annual burden hours: 17,069.
     Estimated total annual costs: $848,582. This includes an 
estimated burden cost of $5,829 for operation and maintenance costs.

Are there changes in the estimates from the last approval?

    To date, there are no changes in the number of hours in the total 
estimated respondent burden compared with that identified in the ICR 
currently approved by OMB. However, EPA is still evaluating information 
that may lead to a change in the estimates.

Docket ID Number: EPA-HQ-OAR-2007-1182

    Affected entities: Entities potentially affected by these actions 
are manufacturers of nonroad compression ignition engines and on-
highway heavy-duty engines; and owners of heavy-duty truck fleets.
    Title: Emissions Certification and Compliance Requirements for 
Nonroad Compression-ignition Engines and On-highway Heavy Duty Engines.
    ICR Numbers: EPA ICR No. 1684.16, OMB Control No. 2060-0287.
    ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on July 31, 
2012. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not 
required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays 
a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA's 
regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the Federal 
Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, are displayed 
either by publication in the Federal Register or by other appropriate 
means, such as on the related collection instrument or

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form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA 
regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9.
    Abstract: This information collection is requested under the 
authority of Title II of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7521 et seq.). 
Under Title II, EPA is charged with issuing certificates of conformity 
for those engines which comply with applicable emission standards. Such 
a certificate must be issued before engines may be legally introduced 
into commerce. Certification requirements for nonroad compression-
ignition engines and on-highway heavy duty engines are set forth at 40 
CFR Parts 86, 89, 94, 1039, and 1065. To apply for a certificate of 
conformity, manufacturers are required to submit descriptions of their 
planned production line, including detailed descriptions of the 
emission control system and test data. This information is organized by 
``engine family'' groups expected to have similar emission 
characteristics. Manufacturers must also comply with requirements 
related to audits and other compliance assurance programs. There are 
also recordkeeping and labeling requirements. Manufacturers electing to 
participate in the Averaging, Banking and Trading (ABT) Program are 
also required to submit information regarding the calculation of 
projected and actual generation and usage of credits in an initial 
report, end-of-year report and final report. These reports are used for 
certification and enforcement purposes. Manufacturers need to maintain 
records for eight years on the engine families participating in the 
program.
    This ICR is being revised to include EPA's Heavy-duty Engine In-use 
Testing Program. This program is currently part of another existing 
approved ICR.
    Burden Statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping 
burden is estimated to average 2,113 hours. Burden means the total 
time, effort, or financial resources expended by persons to generate, 
maintain, retain, or disclose or provide information to or for a 
Federal agency. This includes the time needed to review instructions; 
develop, acquire, install, and utilize technology and systems for the 
purposes of collecting, validating, and verifying information, 
processing and maintaining information, and disclosing and providing 
information; adjust the existing ways to comply with any previously 
applicable instructions and requirements which have subsequently 
changed; train personnel to be able to respond to a collection of 
information; search data sources; complete and review the collection of 
information; and transmit or otherwise disclose the information.
    The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate, 
which is only briefly summarized here:
     Estimated total number of potential respondents: 122.
     Frequency of response: Annual and quarterly and on 
occasion.
     Estimated total average number of responses for each 
respondent: 17.
     Estimated total annual burden hours: 143,694.
     Estimated total annual costs: $13,985,374. This includes 
an estimated burden cost of $5,484,884 for operation and maintenance 
costs.

Are there changes in the estimates from the last approval?

    Yes. EPA is revising this ICR to include EPA's Heavy-duty Engine 
In-use Testing Program which is currently part of ICR 0222.09, OMB 
Number 20060-0086. EPA is still evaluating information that may lead to 
further changes in the estimates.

What is the next step in the process for these ICRs?

    EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICRs as 
appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for 
review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. At that time, EPA will 
issue another Federal Register notice pursuant to 5 CFR 
1320.5(a)(1)(iv) to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the 
opportunity to submit additional comments to OMB. If you have any 
questions about this ICR or the approval process, please contact the 
technical person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

    Dated: October 6, 2010.
Margo Tsirigotis Oge,
Director, Office of Transportation and Air Quality, Office of Air and 
Radiation.
[FR Doc. 2010-25898 Filed 10-13-10; 8:45 am]
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