Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed New Collection and Request for Comment; Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 4 Test Orders for Standardized Testing of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), 88278-88279 [2024-25879]

Download as PDF 88278 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 216 / Thursday, November 7, 2024 / Notices lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 burden for very small businesses affected by this collection. II. What information collection activity or ICR does this action apply to? Title: Threshold Setting Data Needs for the Label Program for Low Embodied Carbon Construction Materials. EPA ICR No.:2805.01. OMB Control No.: 2070–NEW. ICR status: This ICR is for a new information collection activity. Under the PRA, 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 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), after appearing in the Federal Register when approved, 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 for certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. Abstract: This ICR is for the Low Embodied Carbon Construction Materials Program (the Program). Under this ICR, the Program is seeking approval to collect the data on the asphalt and concrete products purchased by state and local government agencies and the concrete products purchased by large architectural and engineering (A&E) firms. Among the data being requested is information on Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) associated with these products. EPD information, along with data on amounts purchased of each product, will provide EPA with data that can be used in setting threshold values to define categories for labels under the Program. The underpinnings of being able to label construction materials with substantially lower levels of embodied greenhouse gas emissions is collecting, assessing the quality of, and analyzing data on embodied greenhouse gas emissions of products and materials and setting substantially lower embodied carbon emissions thresholds. To do so effectively, the Agency will need to supplement available data from public data sources with direct requests for information from users about the specifications for materials purchased and the volumes purchased. The Program’s beginning focus is on four types of materials: (1) concrete and cement, (2) steel, (3) asphalt binders, and (4) glass. The ICR, however, will only need to focus on two sectors: concrete and asphalt. Additionally, this ICR is only focused on collecting data VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:15 Nov 06, 2024 Jkt 265001 from the larger consumers of these two materials (state/local agencies and large A&E firms). EPA will include the other sectors in a future ICR. Burden statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 60 hours per response. Burden is defined in 5 CFR 1320.3(b). The ICR, which is available in the docket along with other related materials, provides a detailed explanation of the collection activities and the burden estimate that is only briefly summarized here: Respondents/affected entities: Entities potentially affected by this ICR are those that potentially affected entities with North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) for the following NAICS codes state government (NAICS code 9920), local governments (NAICS code 9930), construction (NAICS code 23), and construction of buildings (NAICS code 236). Respondent’s obligation to respond: Voluntary. Forms: EPA Form 9600–XX. Frequency of response: On occasion. Total estimated number of potential respondents: 95. Total estimated average number of responses for each respondent: 1. Total estimated annual burden hours: 5,700 hours. Total estimated annual respondent costs: $325,319 million, which includes $0 for capital investment or maintenance and operational costs. IV. What is the next step in the process for this ICR? EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. EPA will issue another Federal Register document 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 person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY [EPA–HQ–OPPT–2023–0499; FRL–11938– 01–OCSPP] Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed New Collection and Request for Comment; Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 4 Test Orders for Standardized Testing of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this document announces the availability of and solicits public comment on the following Information Collection Request (ICR) that EPA is planning to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB): ‘‘Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 4 Test Orders for the Standardized Testing of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS),’’ identified by EPA ICR No. 2797.01 and OMB Control No. 2070– NEW. This ICR represents a new request. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval under the PRA, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the information collection that is summarized in this document. The ICR and accompanying material are available in the docket for public review and comment. DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 6, 2025. ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by docket identification (ID) number EPA–HQ–OPPT–2023–0499, through https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Do not submit electronically any information you consider to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Additional instructions on commenting or visiting the docket, along with more information about dockets generally, is available at https://www.epa.gov/ dockets. SUMMARY: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: [FR Doc. 2024–25880 Filed 11–6–24; 8:45 am] Katherine Sleasman, Mission Support Division (7602M), Office of Program Support, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460–0001; telephone number: (202) 566–1204; email address: sleasman.katherine@ epa.gov. BILLING CODE 6560–50–P SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: November 2, 2024. Michal Freedhoff, Assistant Administrator, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\07NON1.SGM 07NON1 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 216 / Thursday, November 7, 2024 / Notices I. What information is EPA particularly interested in? Pursuant to PRA section 3506(c)(2)(A) (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), EPA specifically solicits comments and information to enable it to: 1. 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. 2. Evaluate the accuracy of the Agency’s estimates of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. 3. Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected. 4. 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. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 II. What information collection activity or ICR does this action apply to? Title: Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 4 Test Orders for the Standardized Testing of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). EPA ICR No.: 2797.01. OMB Control No.: 2070–NEW. ICR status: This ICR is for a new information collection activity. Under the PRA, 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 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), after appearing in the Federal Register when approved, 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 for certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9. Abstract: This ICR covers the information collection activities associated with the submission of information to EPA pursuant to TSCA section 4 for Test Orders on PFAS (15 U.S.C. 2603). Under TSCA, EPA has the VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:15 Nov 06, 2024 Jkt 265001 authority to issue orders or rules designed to gather or develop information on chemical substances and mixtures. TSCA section 4 authorities allow EPA to require the development of information related to chemicals and the use of prescribed ‘‘protocols and methodologies’’ to inform EPA and other federal agencies about chemical risks from manufacture, distribution in commerce, processing, use, or disposal of such substance or mixture, or any combination of such activities. The testing included in this ICR was informed by the National PFAS Testing Strategy. Data received pursuant to testing associated with this ICR will help inform the National PFAS Testing Strategy and any modifications to the Strategy. Burden statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 137 hours per response. Burden is defined in 5 CFR 1320.3(b). The ICR, which is available in the docket along with other related materials, provides a detailed explanation of the collection activities and the burden estimate that is only briefly summarized here: Respondents/affected entities: Entities potentially affected are those that manufacture (including import) and processes chemical substances containing PFAS. The ICR includes a list of potentially affected entities with North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) codes provided to assist in determining potential applicability. Respondent’s obligation to respond: Mandatory, per 15 U.S.C. 2603. Frequency of response: On occasion. Total estimated number of potential respondents: 13. Total estimated average number of responses for each respondent: 1. Total estimated annual burden hours: 29,162 hours. Total estimated annual respondent costs: $131,046,039 total costs, which includes $128,648,300, for laboratory costs. III. What is the next step in the process for this ICR? EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. EPA will issue another Federal Register document 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 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 9990 88279 questions about this ICR or the approval process, please contact the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. Dated: November 2, 2024. Michal Freedhoff, Assistant Administrator, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. [FR Doc. 2024–25879 Filed 11–6–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P EXPORT-IMPORT BANK Sunshine Act Meetings Notice of Open Meeting of the SubSaharan Africa Advisory Committee of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) TIME AND DATE: Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 from 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. ET. PLACE: Microsoft Teams: The meeting will be held virtually for committee and council members, EXIM’s Board of Directors, support staff, and all other participants. Registration and Public Comment: Virtual Public Participation: The meeting will be open to public participation virtually and time will be allotted for questions or comments submitted online. Members of the public may also file written statements before or after the meeting to advisory@ exim.gov. Interested parties may register for the meeting at: https://events.teams. microsoft.com/event/420f09f2-206042b4-9f59-241e31610c39@b953013cc791-4d32-996f-518390854527. STATUS: Open to the public. MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED: Discussion of EXIM policies and programs designed to support the expansion of financing support for U.S. manufactured goods and services in Sub-Saharan Africa. CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: For further information, contact India Walker, Senior External Engagement Specialist, at 202–480–0062 or india.walker@exim.gov. Authority: The Committee was established by the Bank as directed by Section 2(b)(9) of the Export Import Bank Act of 1945. This Advisory Committee is chartered in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (‘‘FACA’’), 5 U.S.C. App. India A. Walker, Senior External Engagement Specialist, Office of External Engagement. [FR Doc. 2024–25870 Filed 11–5–24; 11:15 am] BILLING CODE 6690–01–P E:\FR\FM\07NON1.SGM 07NON1

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[EPA-HQ-OPPT-2023-0499; FRL-11938-01-OCSPP]


Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed New Collection 
and Request for Comment; Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 4 
Test Orders for Standardized Testing of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl 
Substances (PFAS)

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this 
document announces the availability of and solicits public comment on 
the following Information Collection Request (ICR) that EPA is planning 
to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB): ``Toxic 
Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 4 Test Orders for the 
Standardized Testing of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS),'' 
identified by EPA ICR No. 2797.01 and OMB Control No. 2070-NEW. This 
ICR represents a new request. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for 
review and approval under the PRA, EPA is soliciting comments on 
specific aspects of the information collection that is summarized in 
this document. The ICR and accompanying material are available in the 
docket for public review and comment.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before January 6, 2025.

ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by docket identification 
(ID) number EPA-HQ-OPPT-2023-0499, through https://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Do not submit 
electronically any information you consider to be Confidential Business 
Information (CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted 
by statute. Additional instructions on commenting or visiting the 
docket, along with more information about dockets generally, is 
available at https://www.epa.gov/dockets.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Katherine Sleasman, Mission Support 
Division (7602M), Office of Program Support, Office of Chemical Safety 
and Pollution Prevention, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 
Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20460-0001; telephone number: 
(202) 566-1204; email address: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

[[Page 88279]]

I. What information is EPA particularly interested in?

    Pursuant to PRA section 3506(c)(2)(A) (44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2)(A)), 
EPA specifically solicits comments and information to enable it to:
    1. 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.
    2. Evaluate the accuracy of the Agency's estimates of the burden of 
the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used.
    3. Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to 
be collected.
    4. 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.

II. What information collection activity or ICR does this action apply 
to?

    Title: Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 4 Test Orders 
for the Standardized Testing of Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances 
(PFAS).
    EPA ICR No.: 2797.01.
    OMB Control No.: 2070-NEW.
    ICR status: This ICR is for a new information collection activity. 
Under the PRA, 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 Code of Federal Regulations 
(CFR), after appearing in the Federal Register when approved, 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 for certain EPA 
regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9.
    Abstract: This ICR covers the information collection activities 
associated with the submission of information to EPA pursuant to TSCA 
section 4 for Test Orders on PFAS (15 U.S.C. 2603). Under TSCA, EPA has 
the authority to issue orders or rules designed to gather or develop 
information on chemical substances and mixtures. TSCA section 4 
authorities allow EPA to require the development of information related 
to chemicals and the use of prescribed ``protocols and methodologies'' 
to inform EPA and other federal agencies about chemical risks from 
manufacture, distribution in commerce, processing, use, or disposal of 
such substance or mixture, or any combination of such activities. The 
testing included in this ICR was informed by the National PFAS Testing 
Strategy. Data received pursuant to testing associated with this ICR 
will help inform the National PFAS Testing Strategy and any 
modifications to the Strategy.
    Burden statement: The annual public reporting and recordkeeping 
burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 137 
hours per response. Burden is defined in 5 CFR 1320.3(b).
    The ICR, which is available in the docket along with other related 
materials, provides a detailed explanation of the collection activities 
and the burden estimate that is only briefly summarized here:
    Respondents/affected entities: Entities potentially affected are 
those that manufacture (including import) and processes chemical 
substances containing PFAS. The ICR includes a list of potentially 
affected entities with North American Industrial Classification System 
(NAICS) codes provided to assist in determining potential 
applicability.
    Respondent's obligation to respond: Mandatory, per 15 U.S.C. 2603.
    Frequency of response: On occasion.
    Total estimated number of potential respondents: 13.
    Total estimated average number of responses for each respondent: 1.
    Total estimated annual burden hours: 29,162 hours.
    Total estimated annual respondent costs: $131,046,039 total costs, 
which includes $128,648,300, for laboratory costs.

III. What is the next step in the process for this ICR?

    EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as 
appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for 
review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. EPA will issue another 
Federal Register document 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 person listed under FOR 
FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.
    Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.

    Dated: November 2, 2024.
Michal Freedhoff,
Assistant Administrator, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution 
Prevention.
[FR Doc. 2024-25879 Filed 11-6-24; 8:45 am]
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