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.

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Reference Number Title Agency Status Request Type
201910-0960-002 Request for Hearing By Administrative Law Judge SSA Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Request for Hearing By Administrative Law Judge

Key Information

Received 2019-10-11
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 0960-0269
Previous ICR 201907-0960-003

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 1383 (View Law)

42 USC 1395ff (View Law)

42 USC 1320c-4 (View Law)

Pub.L. 108 - 173 1350 & 931 (View Law)

Pub.L. 103 - 296 105(a)(2)(B) (View Law)

42 USC 405 (View Law)

Pub.L. 106 - 169 251 & 809 (View Law)

42 USC 1395r (View Law)

Abstract

When SSA denies applicants’, claimants’, or beneficiaries’ requests for new or continuing disability benefits or payments, the Act entitles those applicants, claimants, or beneficiaries to request a hearing to appeal the decision. To request a hearing, individuals complete Form HA-501; the associated Modernized Claims System (MCS) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Claims System interview; or the Internet application (i501). SSA uses the information to determine if the individual: (1) filed the request within the prescribed time; (2) is the proper party; and (3) took the steps necessary to obtain the right to a hearing. SSA also uses the information to determine: (1) the individual’s reason(s) for disagreeing with SSA’s prior determinations in the case; (2) if the individual has additional evidence to submit; (3) if the individual wants an oral hearing or a decision on the record; and (4) whether the individual has (or wants to appoint) a representative. The respondents are Social Security disability applicants and recipients who want to appeal SSA’s denial of their request for new or continued benefits for disability and non-medical hearing requests; and Medicare Part B recipients who must pay the Medicare Part B Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount.

202201-1545-020 Form 8928- Return of Certain Excise Taxes Under Chapter 43 & TD 9457-Employer Comparable Contributions to HSAs and Requirement for filing excise taxes under sections 4980B, 4980D, 4980E and 4980G. TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Form 8928- Return of Certain Excise Taxes Under Chapter 43 & TD 9457-Employer Comparable Contributions to HSAs and Requirement for filing excise taxes under sections 4980B, 4980D, 4980E and 4980G.

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-2146
Previous ICR 201806-1545-022

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 4980G (View Law)

26 USC 4980D (View Law)

Pub.L. 111 - 5 705 (View Law)

Pub.L. 104 - 191 402(a) (View Law)

26 USC 4980E (View Law)

26 USC 4980B (View Law)

Pub.L. 100 - 647 3011(d) (View Law)

Pub.L. 104 - 191 301(c)(4)(A) (View Law)

Abstract

Form 8928 is used by employers, group health plans, HMOs, and third party administrators to report and pay excise taxes due for failures under sections 4980B, 4980D, 4980E, and 4980G. The information results from the requirement from TD 9457 to file a return for the payment of the excise taxes under section 4980B, 4980D, 4980E, and 4980G of the code.

202110-1545-011 Application for Exemption from Social Security and Medicare Taxes and Waiver of Benefits (Form 4029) TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Application for Exemption from Social Security and Medicare Taxes and Waiver of Benefits (Form 4029)

Key Information

Received 2022-02-25
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-0064
Previous ICR 201802-1545-007

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 1402 (View Law)

26 USC 3127 (View Law)

Abstract

Form 4029 is used by members of recognized religious groups to apply for exemption from social security and Medicare taxes. The exemption is for individuals and partnerships (when all the partners have approved certification).

202201-1545-018 Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File Form 709 and/or Payment of Gift/Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File Form 709 and/or Payment of Gift/Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-1913
Previous ICR 201806-1545-021

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 6151 (View Law)

26 USC 6081 (View Law)

Abstract

Form 8892 was created to serve a dual purpose. First, the form enables taxpayers to request an extension of time to File 709, when they are not filing an individual income tax extension. Second, it serves as a payment voucher for taxpayers, who are filing an individual income tax extension (by Form 4868) and will have a gift tax balance due on Form 709.

202201-1545-003 Appllication for Employer Identification Number TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Appllication for Employer Identification Number

Key Information

Received 2022-02-25
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-0003
Previous ICR 201807-1545-009

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 6109 (View Law)

26 USC 6011 (View Law)

26 USC 6103 (View Law)

Abstract

Taxpayers required to have an identification number for use on any return, statement, or other document must prepare and file Form SS-4 or Form SS-4-PR (Puerto Rico only) to obtain a number. The information is used by the IRS and the SSA in tax administration and by the Bureau of the Census for business statistics.

202201-1545-014 REG-209709-94 (Final-TD 8865) Amortization of Intangible Property TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
REG-209709-94 (Final-TD 8865) Amortization of Intangible Property

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-1671
Previous ICR 201806-1545-015

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 197 (View Law)

Abstract

The collection of information in this previously approved regulation is in § 1.197–2(h)(9). This information is required in order to provide guidance on the time and manner of making the election under section 197(f)(9)(B). Under this election, the seller of a section 197 intangible may pay a tax on the sale in order to avoid the application of the antichurning rules of section 197(f)(9) to the purchaser. This information will be used to confirm the parties to the transaction, calculate any additional tax due, and notify the purchaser of the seller's election. The likely respondents are business or other for-profit institutions.

202111-1545-005 Rev. Proc. 99-17 - Mark to Market Election for Commodities Dealers and Securities and Commodities Traders TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Rev. Proc. 99-17 - Mark to Market Election for Commodities Dealers and Securities and Commodities Traders

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-1641
Previous ICR 201808-1545-002

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 475 (View Law)

26 USC 6103 (View Law)

Abstract

The revenue procedure prescribes the time and manner for dealers in commodities and traders in securities or commodities to elect to use the mark-to-market method of accounting under Sec. 475(e) or (f) of the Internal Revenue Code. The collections of information of this revenue procedure are required by the IRS in order to facilitate monitoring taxpayers changing accounting methods resulting from making the elections under Sec. 475(e) or (f).

202109-1545-008 Certain Government Payments TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Certain Government Payments

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-0120
Previous ICR 201804-1545-016

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 6103 (View Law)

26 USC 6041 (View Law)

26 USC 6050B (View Law)

26 USC 6050D (View Law)

26 USC 6050E (View Law)

Abstract

Form 1099-G is used by governments (primarily state and local) to report to the IRS (and notify recipients of) certain payments (e.g., unemployment compensation and income tax refunds). IRS uses the information to ensure that the income is being properly reported by the recipients on their returns.

202112-1545-002 Form 3949-A -- Information Referral TREAS/IRS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Form 3949-A -- Information Referral

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-18
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-1960
Previous ICR 201805-1545-008

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 6103 (View Law)

Abstract

Form 3949-A is used by certain taxpayer/investors to wishing to report alleged tax violations. The form will be designed to capture the essential information needed by IRS for an initial evaluation of the report. Upon return, the Service will conduct the same back-end processing required under present IRM guidelines. Submission of the information to be included on the form is entirely voluntary on the part of the caller and is not a requirement of the Tax Code.

202204-0570-004CF Federal Financial Report, SF-425 USDA/RBS Active
RCF New
Federal Financial Report, SF-425

Key Information

Received 2022-04-15
Concluded 2022-04-15
Expires 2025-02-28
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0014
202112-1625-001 Voyage Planning for Tank Barge Transits in the Northeast United States DHS/USCG Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Voyage Planning for Tank Barge Transits in the Northeast United States

Key Information

Received 2021-12-17
Concluded 2022-04-15
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1625-0088
Previous ICR 201904-1625-003

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

46 USC 70034 (View Law)

Abstract

The information collection requirement for a voyage plan would serve as a preventive measure and assist in ensuring the successful execution and completion of a voyage in the First Coast Guard District. This rule (33 CFR 165.100) applies to primary towing vessels engaged in towing certain tank barges carrying petroleum oil in bulk as cargo. 46 U.S. Code 70034 is the statutory authority.

202202-1840-003 Application package for TRIO Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs (1894-0001) ED/OPE Active
Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection
Application package for TRIO Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs (1894-0001)

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-15
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 1840-0814
Previous ICR 201805-1840-001

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

20 USC Part A, Subpart 2, Section 402 (View Law)

Abstract

This information collection provides the U.S. Department of Education with information needed to evaluate, score and rank the quality of the projects proposed by institutions of higher education and public or private nonprofit agencies and organizations applying for a TRIO Training grant, in accordance with Title IV, Part A, Subpart 2, Section 402G of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA), which requires the collection of specific information and data necessary for applicants to receive an initial competitive grant and a non-competing grant for the second year.

202110-2130-001 Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards and Event Recorders DOT/FRA Historical Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards and Event Recorders

Key Information

Received 2021-12-10
Concluded 2022-04-15
Expires 2025-04-30
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2130-0004
Previous ICR 201810-2130-004

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

49 USC 20701-20703 (View Law)

Abstract

The Locomotive Inspection Act requires railroads to inspect, repair, and maintain locomotives and event recorders so that they are safe, free from defects, and can be placed in service without peril to life. Crashworthy locomotive event recorders provide FRA with verifiable factual information about how trains are maintained and operated, and will be used by FRA and State inspectors for Part 229 rule enforcement. This collection of information is mandatory, and affects Class I, Class II, Class III, and passenger and commuter railroads operating on the general system of transportation in the United States. The required information is collected daily, quarterly, annually, and on occasion. Information collected includes both reporting and record keeping information, data about locomotives not complying with the requirements of this Part, data about remote control locomotives, accident reports, locomotive daily inspection and repair records, written reports about Multiple Unit (MU) locomotives, and readout information from locomotive event recorders. FRA uses the information collected to monitor and enforce the requirements of this Part, particularly to monitor the daily operations of trains and ensure that locomotives placed in service are safe to operate and undergo the required daily, periodic, and annual inspections. The information collected is also used by railroads and train crews to monitor train handling and improve safety on an ongoing basis.

202106-3220-002 Application for Benefits Due but Unpaid at Death RRB Historical Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Application for Benefits Due but Unpaid at Death

Key Information

Received 2021-06-30
Concluded 2022-04-14
Expires 2025-04-30
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 3220-0055
Previous ICR 201804-3220-001

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

45 USC 362(i) (View Law)

45 USC 362(l) (View Law)

Abstract

The collection obtains the information needed by the Railroad Retirement Board to pay benefits accrued under section 2(g) of the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act, but not paid because of the death of the employee.

202201-2577-002 Public Housing Authority Executive Compensation Information HUD/PIH Historical Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Public Housing Authority Executive Compensation Information

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-14
Expires 2025-04-30
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2577-0272
Previous ICR 201802-2577-002

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 1437c(a)(1) and (f) (View Law)

42 USC 1437f(b)(i) (View Law)

44 USC 3501 et seq (View Law)

42 USC 1437 et seq (View Law)

Abstract

HUD will collect and make transparent information on the top management official, top financial official, and highest compensated employee at public housing agencies (PHAs.)

202201-2502-002 Single Family Mortgage Insurance on Hawaiian Homelands HUD/OH Historical Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Single Family Mortgage Insurance on Hawaiian Homelands

Key Information

Received 2022-02-28
Concluded 2022-04-14
Expires 2025-04-30
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2502-0358
Previous ICR 201804-2502-001

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice
30-Day FRN View Notice

Abstract

This information collection documents the native status of Hawaiian borrowers to meet statutory requirements of the single-family mortgage insurance program for Hawaiian Homelands and to assist borrowers in resolving defaults.

202203-0570-003CF SF-424D, Assurances - Construction Programs (4040-0009) USDA/RBS Active
RCF New
SF-424D, Assurances - Construction Programs (4040-0009)

Key Information

Received 2022-04-13
Concluded 2022-04-13
Expires 2025-02-28
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0009
202201-0570-016CF SF 270, ‘‘Request for Advance or Reimbursement,’’ OMB Docket No. 4040-0012. USDA/RBS Active
RCF New
SF 270, ‘‘Request for Advance or Reimbursement,’’ OMB Docket No. 4040-0012.

Key Information

Received 2022-04-13
Concluded 2022-04-13
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0012
202203-0570-004CF SF-LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (4040-0013) USDA/RBS Active
RCF New
SF-LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (4040-0013)

Key Information

Received 2022-04-13
Concluded 2022-04-13
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0013
202203-0570-007CF SF-3881, ACH Vendor/Misc Payment Enrollment Form (1530-0069) USDA/RBS Active
RCF New
SF-3881, ACH Vendor/Misc Payment Enrollment Form (1530-0069)

Key Information

Received 2022-04-13
Concluded 2022-04-13
Expires 2022-08-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1530-0069

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.

N/A

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.

N/A

DateReceived

The date OIRA received the ICR submission from the agency.

N/A

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.

N/A

DateReceived

The date OIRA received the ICR submission from the agency.

N/A

PreviousICRReferenceNumber

The reference number of the ICR that immediately preceded the current one.

N/A

AgencySubagency

The federal agency and specific subagency, if applicable, that submitted the ICR.

N/A

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.

N/A

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.

N/A

CitationsForNewStatutoryRequirements

Legal citations that have introduced new or modified statutory requirements since the last ICR submission.

N/A

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.

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