Information Collection Request (ICR) Tracker
ICR Definition
An Information Collection Request (ICR) is a federal agency’s request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information from the public.
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), agencies must justify why the information is needed and how it will be used.
Federal agencies are required to submit an ICR whenever they create, renew, modify, or discontinue an information collection. Each ICR includes a description of the collection,
supporting materials and documentation (such as forms, surveys, or scripts), and proof that the agency has met the requirements of the PRA.
The ICR is submitted to the The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) within OMB for review and approval. OIRA grants approval for a maximum of three years, after
which the collection must be renewed through a new ICR submission.
ICRs are publicly available on RegInfo.gov, and additional guidance can be found in the FAQs.
ICR Explorer
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202207-3206-004 | RI 38-117, Rollover Election, RI 37-118, Rollover Information, and RI 37-22, Special Tax Notice Regarding Rollovers | OPM | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
RI 38-117, Rollover Election, RI 37-118, Rollover Information, and RI 37-22, Special Tax Notice Regarding Rollovers
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing StatutesPub.L. 107 - 147 411 (View Law) Pub.L. 107 - 16 643 (View Law) Pub.L. 107 - 16 641 (View Law) 26 USC 402(f) and 402(c)(2) (View Law) 5 USC 8432(j)(2) (View Law) AbstractRI 38-117, Rollover Election, is used to collect information from each payee affected by a change in the tax code so that OPM can make payment in accordance with the wishes of the payee. RI 38-118, Rollover Information, explains the election. RI 37-22, Special Tax Notice Regarding Rollovers, provides more detailed information. |
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202112-0910-011 | Production, Storage, and Transportation of Shell Eggs (preventing Salmonella Enteritidis (SE)) | HHS/FDA | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Production, Storage, and Transportation of Shell Eggs (preventing Salmonella Enteritidis (SE))
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes21 USC 342 (View Law) 21 USC 371 (View Law) AbstractThis collection requires producers of shell eggs to maintain records and provide reports regarding the implementation of preventative measures to ensure that eggs contaminated with salmonella enteritidis do not reach the public marketplace. |
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202204-1117-003 | Application for Registration (DEA Form 363) and Application for Registration Renewal (DEA Form 363a) | DOJ/DEA | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
Application for Registration (DEA Form 363) and Application for Registration Renewal (DEA Form 363a)
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes21 USC 822 (View Law) 21 USC 823 (View Law) AbstractThe Controlled Substances Act requires practitioners conducting narcotic treatment to register annually with DEA. 21 U.S.C. 822, 823(g)(1); 21 CFR 1301.11, 1301.13. Registration is a necessary control measure that prevents diversion by ensuring the closed system of distribution of controlled substances can be monitored by DEA and that the businesses and individuals handling controlled substances are qualified to do so and are accountable. |
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202112-1105-002 | Special Deputation Forms | DOJ/LA | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
Special Deputation Forms
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes28 USC 567 (View Law) 28 USC 564 (View Law) 28 USC 565 (View Law) 28 USC 566 (View Law) 28 USC 568 (View Law) 28 USC 569 (View Law) 28 USC 561 (View Law) 28 USC 562 (View Law) 28 USC 563 (View Law) AbstractThe USMS is authorized to deputize selected persons to perform the functions of a Special Deputy U.S. Marshal whenever the law enforcement needs of the USMS so require and as designated by the Associate Attorney General pursuant to 28 CFR 0.19(a)(3). USMS Special Deputation files serve as a centralized record of the special deputations granted by the USMS to assist in tracking, controlling and monitoring the Special Deputation Program. |
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202205-2137-004 | Response Plans for Onshore Oil Pipelines | DOT/PHMSA | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Response Plans for Onshore Oil Pipelines
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing StatutesPub.L. 106 - 580 4202 (View Law) AbstractTitle 49 CFR part 194 requires an operator of an onshore oil pipeline facility to prepare and submit an oil spill response plan to PHMSA for review and approval. This mandatory recordkeeping requirement details operators' plans to prepare for emergency situations involving oil spills. This mandatory information collection is used by PHMSA to determine if an operator is compliant with the requirements in part 194. Plans are submitted and/or updated annually. This information collection covers operators’ submission of facility response plans for onshore hazardous liquid pipeline facilities. |
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202205-1105-001 | Application for Debt Education Course Provider | DOJ/LA | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
Application for Debt Education Course Provider
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
AbstractUnder the new bankruptcy Act, Pub.L. 109-8, the United States Trustee is charged with creating an approved list of debt education course providers. Each course provider must meet minimum qualifications established by Congress in the new law. The UST needs the information in the application in order to evaluate whether the applicants meet these qualifications established by Congress. The respondents to the application will be debt education providers who will educate individuals regarding personal finances after they file for bankruptcy. |
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202205-2137-005 | Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas Gas Transmission Pipeline Operators | DOT/PHMSA | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas Gas Transmission Pipeline Operators
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes49 USC 60109 (View Law) AbstractThis mandatory information collection request pertains to gas transmission operators jurisdictional to 49 CFR Part 192 Subpart O -Gas Transmission Integrity Management Program. The information collection requires gas transmission operators in high consequence areas to maintain a written integrity management program and keep records that demonstrate compliance with 49 CFR Part 192 Subpart O. Operators must maintain their integrity management records for the life of the pipeline, and PHMSA or State regulators may review it as a part of inspections. Gas transmission operators are also required to report to PHMSA certain actions related to their integrity management program. This information collection supports the DOT strategic goal of safety by reducing the number of incidents in natural gas transmission pipelines. |
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202204-2137-002 | Flammable Hazardous Materials by Rail Transportation | DOT/PHMSA | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Flammable Hazardous Materials by Rail Transportation
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes49 USC 5107-5127 (View Law) AbstractThis is a mandatory information collection for railroads who transport high-hazard flammable liquids that exceed certain thresholds by rail. This burden contains both reporting and recordkeeping requirements. The information collection ranges from a one-time collection, to monthly, annually, and on occasion collection. The information collected is specific to additional requirements for railroads when transporting large amounts of high-hazard flammable liquids by rail. For example, railroads are required to develop a comprehensive oil spill response plan to ensure that if there is an accident, proper procedures are in place to deal with mitigation, response, and clean-up of the hazardous material. The development, maintenance, and submission of these plans are captured within this information collection. While another information collection requires a person, who offers mined gases and liquids, including crude oil, to developing a sampling and testing plan to ensure the proper classification of the material, ensuring selection of the most appropriate rail car for shipment. In addition, many of these records may be requested at a reasonable time and location by DOT enforcement entities for review. |
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202205-3235-001 | Rule 6h-1 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 | SEC | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Rule 6h-1 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes15 USC 78(h) (View Law) AbstractRule 6h-1 requires national securities exchanges and national securities associations that trade security futures products to: (1) require cash-settled security futures products to settle based on an opening price rather than a closing price and (2) require the exchange or association to halt trading in a security futures product for as long as trading in the underlying security, or trading in 50% of the underlying securities, is halted on the listing market. |
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202205-2137-006 | Control Room Management / Human Factors | DOT/PHMSA | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Control Room Management / Human Factors
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes49 USC 60102 (View Law) AbstractOperators of gas and hazardous liquid pipelines must develop, implement, and submit a human factors management plans designed to reduce risk associated with human factors in each control room. This mandatory record keeping requirement supports the U.S. Department of Transportation’s “SAFETY STRATEGIC GOAL” which targets three main strategic initiatives: managing risk and integrity, sharing responsibility, and providing effective stewardship. This goal enhances public health and safety by working toward the elimination of transportation-related deaths and injuries. The information is used by PHMSA to determine compliance with federal pipeline safety regulations and is also used by Agency and State Officials to assist federal and state pipeline safety inspectors who audit this information when they conduct compliance inspections and to provide background for failure investigations. |
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202204-1117-004 | Application for Registration Under Domestic Chemical Diversion Control Act of 1993 and Renewal Application for Registration under Domestic Chemical Diversion Control Act of 1993 | DOJ/DEA | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
Application for Registration Under Domestic Chemical Diversion Control Act of 1993 and Renewal Application for Registration under Domestic Chemical Diversion Control Act of 1993
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing StatutesAbstractThe DEA implements the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) which requires that every person who manufactures or distributes a list I chemical shall annually obtain a registration for that purpose. 21 U.S.C. 822 and 823. Additionally, the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act (CSIEA) requires that persons who import or export list I chemicals must obtain a registration prior to conducting such activities. 21 U.S.C. 957 and 958. DEA Form 510 is utilized by applicants desiring to manufacture, distribute, import, and export list I chemicals. DEA Form 510A is utilized for renewal of the registration on an annual basis. DEA is proposing to revise the regulations for application and renewal by requiring all DEA registrants to apply for registration online using the agency’s secure portal. This will eliminate the need for paper forms and payments, streamline the registration process, and save time and expense for both the agency and registration population. |
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202205-1110-001 | Flash/Cancellation/Transfer Notice | DOJ/FBI | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
Flash/Cancellation/Transfer Notice
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
AbstractDOJ's CJIS is requesting a revision of a currently approved collection which is utilized by authorized agencies to indicate on an individual's identity history that the individual is being supervised to ensure the supervisory agency is notified of any criminal activity. The form is also utilized by authorized agencies to submit information to advise the FBI that an individual is being transferred to a new locale. |
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202205-1105-002 | Application for Non-Profit Budget and Credit Counseling Agencies | DOJ/LA | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
Application for Non-Profit Budget and Credit Counseling Agencies
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing StatutesPub.L. 109 - 8 106 (View Law) AbstractUnder the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (Act), Pub.L. 109-8, the United States Trustee (UST) is charged with creating an approved list of credit counseling agencies. Each agency must meet minimum qualifications established by Congress in the new law. The UST needs the information in the application in order to evaluate whether the applicants meet these qualifications established by Congress. The respondents to the application will be credit counseling agencies who seek to counsel individuals before they file for bankruptcy. |
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202206-1117-003 | Annual Reporting Requirement for manufacturers of listed chemicals | DOJ/DEA | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Annual Reporting Requirement for manufacturers of listed chemicals
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes21 USC 830 (View Law) AbstractThis information collection permits the DEA to monitor the volume and availability of domestically manufactured listed chemicals. These listed chemicals may be subject to diversion for the illicit production of controlled substances. This information collection is authorized by 21 U.S.C. 830(b)(2). |
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202206-1140-004 | Transactions Among Licensees/Permittees, Limited | DOJ/ATF | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Transactions Among Licensees/Permittees, Limited
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing StatutesPub.L. 107 - 296 Title XI, Subtitle C (View Law) AbstractThis information collection outlines specific requirements regarding limited explosive permits, and also allows the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to implement provisions of the Safe Explosives Act. |
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202206-2105-003 | “Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards” | DOT/OST | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
“Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards”
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes49 USC 322(a) (View Law) Abstract1. Whether responding to the collection is mandatory, voluntary, or required to obtain or retain a benefit. Mandatory 2. Describe the entities who must respond (e.g., class 1 railroads, operators of natural gas transmission lines, etc.). Department of Transportation Financial Assistance Awardees. 3. Whether the collection is reporting (indicate if a survey), recordkeeping, and/or disclosure. This is collection is reporting and recordkeeping. 4. Indicate collection frequency (e.g., bi-annual, annual, monthly, weekly, as needed. Forms SF-270, SF-271 and SF-425 collections are quarterly. The form SF-424, is as needed. 5. Describe the information that would be reported, maintained in records, or disclosed (e.g., information about a hazardous materials incident including location, type of hazardous material(s), extent of consequences, etc.). The information SF-424 is an application to apply for a Federal award. SF-270, SF-271 and SF-425 are necessary to ensure minimum fiscal control and accountability for Federal funds and deter fraud, waste and abuse. 6. Describe who would receive the information – DOT, first responders, the public, etc. DOT personnel. 7. Succinctly describe the purpose of the collection. The following is the purpose of the collections. The SF-424, (Application for Federal Assistance), is used to qualify and select grant applications. The SF-425, (Federal Financial Reporting), SF-270 (Request for Advance or Reimbursement), SF-271 Outlay Report and (Request for Reimbursement for Construction Programs) are used to monitor grantee financial performance. 8. If a revision, succinctly describe the revision in the Abstract and in question 15 of the Justification document. The Department’s revision from 2019, is a result of the increase in the hourly rate for GS 9 Step 5 from $32.12 to $34.02 and the increase in appropriated funds. Since the 2019 submission, the Department determined that the number of respondents and burden hours have been increased. In 2019, the Department estimated a combined total of 1,758 respondents and a combined total of 123,060 burden hours. In 2021, the estimated combined total of 2,936 respondents and a combined total of 205,520 burden hours. |
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202204-3235-014 | Rule 17Ad-16 Notice of assumption or termination of transfer agent services | SEC | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Rule 17Ad-16 Notice of assumption or termination of transfer agent services
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes15 USC 78q-1(d) (View Law) AbstractRule 17Ad-16, 17 CFR 240.17Ad-16, under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, requires a registered transfer agent to provide written notice to the appropriate qualified registered securities depository when assuming or terminating transfer agent services on behalf of an issuer or when changing its name or address. In addition, transfer agents that provide such notice shall maintain such notice for a period of at least two years in an easily accessible place. This rule addresses the problem of certificate transfer delays caused by transfer requests that are directed to the wrong transfer agent or the wrong address. |
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202207-1140-001 | Manufacturers of Ammunition, Records and Supporting Data of Ammunition Manufactured and Disposed of | DOJ/ATF | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Manufacturers of Ammunition, Records and Supporting Data of Ammunition Manufactured and Disposed of
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
AbstractThis collection is a recordkeeping requirement for manufacturers of ammunition. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives personnel may also use these records during criminal investigations and compliance inspections to enforce the Gun Control Act. |
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202207-1140-002 | Report of Stolen or Lost Intrastate Purchase Explosive Coupon | DOJ/ATF | Active | Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Report of Stolen or Lost Intrastate Purchase Explosive Coupon
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing StatutesPub.L. 107 - 296 Title XI, Subtitle C (View Law) AbstractThis collection is a reporting requirement for Federal explosives licensees and permittees to notify the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives when an Intrastate Purchase of Explosives Coupon (IPEC)—ATF Form 5400.30 is stolen, lost, or destroyed, by telephoning 1-888-ATF-BOMB. |
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202208-3041-003 | Safety Standard for Automatic Residential Garage Door Operators 16 CFR Part 1211 | CPSC | Active | Revision of a currently approved collection
Safety Standard for Automatic Residential Garage Door Operators 16 CFR Part 1211
Key Information
Federal Register Notices
Authorizing Statutes15 USC 2051 et seq. (View Law) Pub.L. 101 - 608 203 (View Law) AbstractRecordkeeping requirements of the Safety Standard for Automatic Residential Garage Door Operators need to be reinstated to preven prevent injuries and deaths associated with garage door operator entrapment. According to the requirement (16 CR, 1211.31), written certification records must be maintained for a period of at least three years from the date of certification of each residential garage door operator subject to the standard. These certificates are based on a test or on a "reasonable" test program and must be made available upon request to CPSC in accordance with section 16(b) of the CPSA. |
Why They Are Important
ICRs play a vital role in ensuring transparency and accountability in federal data collection. When federal agencies collect information from 10 or more "persons" (which includes individuals,
businesses, and state, local, and tribal governments), they must submit an ICR to ensure that it fulfills their statutory missions, avoids unnecessary or duplicative requests, and
minimizes burden on the American public. Additionally, Federal Register Notices (FRNs) and the opportunity for public comments provide a formal way for the public to be informed of
proposed ICRs and participate in the process.
ICRs also serve as a key resource for tracking changes to federal data collections. The availability of detailed documentation, such as data collection instruments and methodologies,
allows the general public to identify revisions in a timely manner. These may include revisions prompted by Executive Orders or statistical policies like
OMB's Statistical Policy Directive No. 15 (SPD 15), which are often submitted as "nonsubstantive" or "nonmaterial" changes to a
currently approved collection.[1] Furthermore, ICRs can help determine if a data collection has expired without renewal or has been intentionally
discontinued. By reviewing ICRs, the public can better understand what data is being collected, how it evolves over time, and whether data collections have become inactive–often in response
to shifting priorities and updated standards.
How To Use The Tool
The ICR tracking tool offers a user-friendly view of ICRs that have been recently submitted, reviewed, or are nearing expiration. By aggregating key data from individual ICRs,
the tool allows users to view the current status of each request, including submission, conclusion, and expiration dates, details on whether any changes were made, authorizing statutes,
and more. Users can search for specific information and filter results based on various criteria. If seeking additional information, various text fields are hyperlinked to the full ICR
on RegInfo.gov and associated resources. The tool is updated on a daily basis to reflect the most current information available.
Column descriptions are available below the table.
Column Name
Definition
Categories Include
ICRReferenceNumber
The ICR Reference Number uniquely identifies each ICR review. This number is assigned by the OIRA system when the ICR is created.
ICR Reference Numbers are formatted YYYYMM-NNNN-XXX where YYYYMM is the month of origin, NNNN is the agency/subagency code, and XXX is a 3 digit sequential number assigned per creation per month.
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ICRTitle
The title of the information collection. If the submission is a revision to a currently approved collection, the title is the name of the overall collection rather than the name of the change taking place.
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DateReceived
The date OIRA received the ICR submission from the agency.
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OMBControl
OIRA assigns an OMB Control Number to an Information Collection Request (ICR) upon its first arrival. The same OMB Control Number is used for each review of the ICR.
OMB Control Numbers are formatted NNNN-XXXX, where the NNNN is the agency/subagency code, and the XXXX is a sequential number uniquely identifying the Collection within the agency/subagency’s ICRs.
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DateReceived
The date OIRA received the ICR submission from the agency.
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PreviousICRReferenceNumber
The reference number of the ICR that immediately preceded the current one.
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AgencySubagency
The federal agency and specific subagency, if applicable, that submitted the ICR.
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Abstract
A brief statement describing the need for the collection of information and how it will be used.
N/A
RequestType
Describes the purpose of the agency's submission.
- "Extension without change of a currently approved collection"
- "Existing collection in use without an OMB Control Number"
- "Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection"
- "New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)"
- "No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection"
- "Revision of a currently approved collection"
- "Reinstatement without change of a previously approved collection"
- "RCF Recertification"
- "RCF No Material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection"
- "RCF New"
TypeOfReviewRequest
Indicates the specific type of action being requested for review.
- "Regular"
- "Emergency"
- "Delegated"
Status
Indicates the current stage of the ICR in OIRA's review process.
- "Received in OIRA" for ICRs currently under review by OIRA
- "Active" for ICRs that are currently approved for use by agencies
- "Historical Active" for previous reviews of ICRs that are currently in the active inventory
- "Historical Inactive" for previous reviews of ICRs that are not currently in the active inventory
- "PreApproved" for ICRs that will become active once the Final Rule of their associated rulemaking has been published
ConcludedDate
The date OIRA completed its review of the ICR.
N/A
ConclusionAction
OIRA's final decision about the ICR.
- “Comment filed on Interim Final Rule”
- “Comment filed on Interim Final Rule and continue”
- “Disapproved”
- “Approved without change”
- “Approved with change”
- “Comment filed on proposed rule”
- “Preapproved”
- “Withdrawn”
- “Withdrawn and continue”
- “Not subject to PRA”
- “Not subject to PRA and continue”
- “Improperly submitted”
- “Improperly submitted and continue”
- “Delegated”
- “Comment filed on proposed rule and continue”
- “Disapproved and continue”
- “Returned - Improperly Submitted”
- “Returned to Agency for Reconsideration”
- “Returned - Outside Generic Clearance”
- “Approved”
CurrentExpirationDate
The date the ICR is set to expire unless it is renewed.
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AuthorizingStatues
Names of federal laws that authorize the agency to collect the information.
N/A
AuthorizingStatuesDetails
Additional details about the legal authority for the information collection, including a URL linking to the full text.
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CitationsForNewStatutoryRequirements
Legal citations that have introduced new or modified statutory requirements since the last ICR submission.
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FederalRegisterNotices
Lists citations of 60-day and 30-day notices published in the Federal Register.
N/A
PublicCommentsReceived
Indicates whether any public comments were received during the Federal Register notice period.
N/A
InformationCollections
Lists the individual information collections associated with the ICR. Each collection includes metadata such as the title, a URL to the collection, the form number (if applicable), and a URL to the form.
N/A
RequestType Filters
1. Select "New collection (Request for an OMB Control Number)" for collections that had not previously been used or sponsored by the agency.
2. Select "Extension without change or a currently approved collection" for collections where the agency wished only to extend the approval of an active collection past its current expiration date without making any material change in the collection instrument, instructions, frequency of collection, or the use to which the information is to be put.
3. Select "Revision of a currently approved collection" for collections where the agency request included a material change to the collection instrument, instructions, its frequency of collection, or the use to which the information is to be put.
4. Select "Reinstatement without change of a previously approved collection" for collections which previously had OMB approval, but the approval had expired or was discontinued before this submission was made, and there is no change to the collection.
5. Select "Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection" for collections which previously had OMB approval, but the approval has expired or was discontinued before this submission was made, and there is some change to the collection.
6. Select "Existing collection in use without OMB control number" when the collection is currently in use but does not have an OMB control number.
7. Select "No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection" for collections which introduce minor changes to the ICR, but do not extend the expiration date of the collection.
8. Select "RCF No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection" for RCF collections that introduce changes to the usage of an active RCF.
9. Select "RCF New" for RCF collections that are the initial usage of the Common Form Host ICR by the using agency.
10. Select "RCF Recertification" for RCF collections that had been recertified due to changes in its related Common Form Host ICR.
[1] "Nonsubstantive" and "nonmaterial" changes introduce minor modifications to the ICR but do not extend the collection's expiration date or require a public comment period.