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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Reference Number Title Agency Status Request Type
202201-1513-002 Special (Occupational) Tax Registration and Returns TREAS/TTB Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Special (Occupational) Tax Registration and Returns

Key Information

Received 2022-01-31
Concluded 2022-03-25
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1513-0112
Previous ICR 201811-1513-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 109 - 59 11125 (View Law)

26 USC 5124 (View Law)

26 USC 5731 & 5732 (View Law)

Abstract

Before July 1, 2008, various sections of chapter 51 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) required alcohol industry members to register for and pay an annual special occupational tax (SOT). However, section 11125 of Public Law 109–59 permanently repealed, effective July 1, 2008, the SOT on alcohol beverage producers and marketers, non-beverage product manufacturers, tax-free alcohol users, and specially denatured spirits users and dealers, but any SOT liabilities incurred for periods before that date remain. Also, while most SOT requirements for the alcohol industry were repealed, the IRC at 26 U.S.C. 5124 continues to require wholesale and retail alcohol dealers to register with the Secretary of the Treasury when commencing or ending business or when certain changes to existing registration information are necessary. In addition, the IRC at 26 U.S.C. 5731 and 5732 continues to require manufacturers of tobacco products and cigarette papers and tubes, as well as export warehouse proprietors, to register and pay an annual SOT by the use of a return. The registrations and SOT payments for such entities are due on or before the date of commencing business, and on or before July 1 of every year after that. Under the TTB regulations in 27 CFR part 31, alcohol industry members with pre-July 1, 2008, SOT liabilities use TTB F 5630.5a as the return for such liabilities, while wholesale and retail alcohol dealers register or report registration changes on TTB F 5630.5d. Under the TTB regulations in 27 CFR parts 40, 44, and 46, tobacco industry members use TTB F 5630.5t to register and pay SOT. This collection is necessary to ensure the registration and SOT provisions of the IRC are appropriately applied.

202106-1018-001 Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (Duck Stamp) and Junior Duck Stamp Contests DOI/FWS Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (Duck Stamp) and Junior Duck Stamp Contests

Key Information

Received 2021-07-13
Concluded 2022-03-25
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1018-0172
Previous ICR 201811-1018-002

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

16 USC 719 (View Law)

16 USC 718 (View Law)

Abstract

A valid Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (Duck Stamp) is an annual licensing requirement for all migratory bird hunters. Artwork for the stamp is chosen by a panel of judges during an annual art contest. The Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp contests encourage the public to engage in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s conservation mission. In support of directives in SO 3347, the Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp programs actively engage Americans of all ages to better understand the biological requirements and conservation management of waterfowl and wetlands. Contestants portray their understanding of the anatomy and ecology of waterfowl as well as the importance of wildlife conservation and the waterfowl hunting heritage in order to successfully compete. Contest entry forms are necessary to enable the Service to track contestants’ artwork during the contest judging process, verify age and unique artwork requirements, and return artwork.

202201-1513-003 Excise Tax Return - Alcohol and Tobacco (Puerto Rico) TREAS/TTB Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Excise Tax Return - Alcohol and Tobacco (Puerto Rico)

Key Information

Received 2022-01-31
Concluded 2022-03-25
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1513-0090
Previous ICR 201811-1513-003

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 5061(a), 5703(b), & 7652 (View Law)

Abstract

Under its statutory and delegated authorities, TTB is responsible for the collection of the Federal excise taxes imposed on distilled spirits, wine, beer, tobacco products, and cigarette papers and tubes by chapters 51 and 52 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). As provided at 26 U.S.C. 5061(a) and 26 U.S.C. 5703(b), the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) requires that those taxes be collected on the basis of a return, filed for the periods, at the times, and containing the information the Secretary of the Treasury requires by regulation. The IRC at 26 U.S.C. 7652(a) also provides that taxes imposed by the IRC on domestic articles, including those on alcohol and tobacco products, apply at the same rates to similar products manufactured in Puerto Rico and brought into the United States, to be paid and collected under such regulations as the Secretary shall issue. In addition, section 7652(a) requires the majority of such taxes to be transferred into the treasury of Puerto Rico. Issued under those IRC authorities, the TTB regulations in 27 CFR part 26 (for distilled spirits, wine, and beer) and part 41 (for tobacco products and cigarette papers and tubes), prescribe the use of TTB F 5000.25, Excise Tax Return – Alcohol and Tobacco (Puerto Rico) for the collection of the excise taxes imposed by 26 U.S.C. 7652(a).

202110-1625-006 Plan Approval and Records for Load Lines -- Title 46 CFR Subchapter E DHS/USCG Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Plan Approval and Records for Load Lines -- Title 46 CFR Subchapter E

Key Information

Received 2021-11-10
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 1625-0013
Previous ICR 201807-1625-003

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

46 USC 5101 - 5116 (View Law)

Abstract

This collection is required to ensure that certain vessels are not loaded deeper than appropriate for safety. Vessels over 150 gross tons or 79 feet in length engaged in commerce on international or coastwise voyages by sea are required to obtain a Load Line Certificate. Title 46 U.S. Code sections 5101 through 5116 are the statutory authorities.

202201-1513-005 Offer in Compromise of Liability Incurred under the Provisions of Title 26 U.S.C. Enforced and Administered by TTB; Collection Information Statements for Individuals and Businesses TREAS/TTB Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Offer in Compromise of Liability Incurred under the Provisions of Title 26 U.S.C. Enforced and Administered by TTB; Collection Information Statements for Individuals and Businesses

Key Information

Received 2022-01-31
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1513-0054
Previous ICR 201811-1513-005

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 7122 (View Law)

Abstract

The Internal Revenue Code (IRC) at 26 U.S.C. 7122 provides that the Secretary of the Treasury may compromise any civil or criminal case arising under the IRC, including tax liabilities, in lieu of civil or criminal action. Under this authority, the TTB regulations require persons who wish to make an offer in compromise for violations of the IRC to use form TTB F 5640.1 to identify the tax liabilities or violations being compromised, the amount of the compromise offer, and the respondent’s reasons for believing that the offer should be accepted. To support requests for installment payments of compromise offers, TTB may require individual and business respondents to supply information documenting financial hardship on TTB F 5600.17 and TTB F 5600.18, respectively. The information required under this collection is necessary to protect the revenue as it allows TTB to determine the adequacy of the offer in compromise in relation to the alleged violations of the law and to develop a payment plan if the individual or business is unable to immediately pay an accepted offer in compromise in full.

202201-1513-004 Offer in Compromise of Liability Incurred under the Federal Alcohol Administration Act TREAS/TTB Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Offer in Compromise of Liability Incurred under the Federal Alcohol Administration Act

Key Information

Received 2022-01-31
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1513-0055
Previous ICR 201811-1513-004

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

27 USC 207 (View Law)

Abstract

To regulate interstate and foreign commerce in alcohol beverages, the Federal Alcohol Administration Act (FAA Act; 27 U.S.C. 201 et seq.) requires certain industry members to obtain basic permits from the Secretary of the Treasury, and it prohibits unfair trade practices and deceptive advertising and labeling of alcohol beverages. Under the FAA Act at 27 U.S.C. 207, violations of the Act are subject to civil and criminal penalties, but the Secretary is authorized to accept monetary compromise for such alleged violations. Under that authority, the TTB regulations allow a proponent or their agent to submit a monetary offer in compromise to resolve alleged FAA Act violations using form TTB F 5640.2. The form identifies the proponent, the alleged violation(s) the amount of the compromise offer, and the reason(s) why TTB should accept the offer. TTB uses the collected information to evaluate the adequacy of the compromise offer in relation to the alleged violation(s) of the FAA Act and to determine if it should accept the offer or pursue civil penalties or criminal prosecution against the alleged violator.

202201-1513-006 Claims--Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Taxes TREAS/TTB Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Claims--Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Taxes

Key Information

Received 2022-01-31
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1513-0030
Previous ICR 202004-1513-004

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 5008, 5044, 5055, 5056 (View Law)

26 USC 5062, 5064, 5111-5114 (View Law)

26 USC 5370, 5373(b)(3) (View Law)

26 USC 5705, 5706, 5708 (View Law)

26 USC 6402-6404, 6416, 6423 (View Law)

Abstract

The Internal Revenue Code (IRC) at 26 U.S.C. 5008, 5056, 5370, and 5705 authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury (the Secretary) to provide for the submission of claims for taxpayer relief from Federal excise taxes paid on distilled spirits, wine, beer, and tobacco products lost or destroyed by theft, disaster or some other manner, on products voluntarily destroyed, and on products returned from the market. The IRC at 26 U.S.C. 5044 also allows for the refund of excise tax for wine returned to bond, and section 5056 and section 5705 allow for refund of excise tax for beer and tobacco products, respectively, withdrawn from or returned from the market. Under 26 U.S.C. 5111–5114, the Secretary also is authorized to issue drawback (refunds) for a portion of the excise taxes paid on distilled spirits used in the manufacture of certain nonbeverage products. In addition, 26 U.S.C. 6402–6404 provides that taxpayers may file claims to request credit, refund, or abatement of overpaid, excessive, or erroneous taxes collected, 26 U.S.C. 6416 allows for the credit or refund of overpaid firearms and ammunition excise taxes, and 26 U.S.C. 6423 sets conditions on claims for erroneously collected alcohol and tobacco excise taxes. Under those IRC authorities, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has issued regulations that require taxpayers to file claims for abatement, allowance, credit, refund, or remission of the excise or special occupational taxes it has collected using form TTB F 5620.8. Using that form and any required supporting documentation, claimants identify themselves, the regulatory section the claim is made under, the type of claim and its basis, the kind and amount of tax claimed, and, if relevant, account information for the deposit of refunded tax. The collected information is necessary to protect the revenue as it allows TTB to determine if the claim qualifies for relief.

202111-1625-003 Display of Fire Control Plans for Vessels DHS/USCG Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Display of Fire Control Plans for Vessels

Key Information

Received 2021-11-22
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1625-0033
Previous ICR 201906-1625-014

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

46 USC 3305 (View Law)

46 USC 3306 (View Law)

Abstract

This information collection is for the posting or display of specific plans on certain categories of commercial vessels. The availability of these plans aid firefighters and damage control efforts in response to emergencies. The statutory authority is 46 U.S. Code 3305 and 3306.

202010-1651-004 Foreign Trade Zone, Reconciliation, Certification DHS/USCBP Historical Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Foreign Trade Zone, Reconciliation, Certification

Key Information

Received 2020-11-09
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 1651-0051
Previous ICR 201707-1651-003

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

19 USC 81a-81u (View Law)

Abstract

In accordance with 19 CFR 146.25 and 146.4, foreign trade zone (FTZ) operators are required to account for zone merchandise admitted, stored, manipulated and removed from FTZs. FTZ operators must prepare a reconciliation report within 90 days after the end of the zone year for a spot check or audit by CBP. In addition, within 10 working days after the annual reconciliation, FTZ operators must submit to the CBP port director a letter signed by the operator certifying that the annual reconciliation has been prepared, is available for CBP review, and is accurate. Foreign Trade Zones Act, as amended (Title 19 U.S.C. 81a-81u), authorizes these requirements.

202102-1651-004 Documentation Requirements for Articles Entered Under Various Special Treatment Provisions DHS/USCBP Historical Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Documentation Requirements for Articles Entered Under Various Special Treatment Provisions

Key Information

Received 2021-02-25
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1651-0067
Previous ICR 201710-1651-004

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

19 USC 10 (View Law)

Abstract

This collection is used to ensure revenue collections and to provide duty free entry of merchandise eligible under the provisions of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTUSA). U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is responsible for determining whether imported articles that are classified under Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheadings 9801.00.10, 9802.00.20, 9802.00.40, 9802.00.50, 9802.00.60 and 9817.00.40 are entitled to duty-free or reduced duty treatment. In order to file under these HTSUS provisions, importers, or their agents, must have the declarations that are provided for in 19 CFR 10.1(a), 10.8(a), 10.9(a) and 10.121 in their possession at the time of entry and submit them to CBP upon request. These declarations enable CBP to ascertain whether the requirements of these HTSUS provisions have been satisfied. These requirements apply to the trade community who are familiar with CBP regulations and the tariff schedules.

202111-1625-002 Request for Designation and Exemption of Oceanographic Research Vessels DHS/USCG Historical Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Request for Designation and Exemption of Oceanographic Research Vessels

Key Information

Received 2021-11-22
Concluded 2022-03-24
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1625-0014
Previous ICR 201810-1625-003

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

46 USC 2113 (View Law)

Abstract

Title 46 U.S.C. 2113 authorizes the Secretary to exempt Oceanographic Research Vessels, by regulation, from provisions of Subtitle II, of Title 46, Shipping, of the United States Code, concerning maritime safety and seaman's welfare laws. Respondents are owners or operators of certain vessels. 46 U.S.C. 2113 is the statutory authority.

202202-3263-001 ABMC_Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback ABMC Historical Active
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
ABMC_Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback

Key Information

Received 2022-02-18
Concluded 2022-03-23
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 3263-0001

Federal Register Notices

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

Abstract

Executive Order 12862 directs Federal agencies to provide service to the public that matches or exceeds the best service available in the private sector. In order to work continuously to ensure that our programs are effective and meet our customers’ needs, American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC, hereafter “the Agency”) seeks to obtain OMB approval of a generic clearance to collect qualitative feedback on our service delivery. By qualitative feedback we mean information that provides useful insights on perceptions and opinions, but are not statistical surveys that yield quantitative results that can be generalized to the population of study. This collection of information is necessary to enable the Agency to garner customer and stakeholder feedback in an efficient, timely manner, in accordance with our commitment to improving service delivery. The information collected from our customers and stakeholders will help ensure that users have an effective, efficient, and satisfying experience with the Agency’s programs. This feedback will provide insights into customer or stakeholder perceptions, experiences and expectations, provide an early warning of issues with service, or focus attention on areas where communication, training or changes in operations might improve delivery of products or services. These collections will allow for ongoing, collaborative and actionable communications between the Agency and its customers and stakeholders. It will also allow feedback to contribute directly to the improvement of program management.

202203-1405-001 Online Application for Nonimmigrant Visa STATE/AFA Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Online Application for Nonimmigrant Visa

Key Information

Received 2022-03-21
Concluded 2022-03-23
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 1405-0182
Previous ICR 202011-1405-005

Authorizing Statutes

8 USC 1101et seq (View Law)

Abstract

The Online Application for Nonimmigrant Visa (DS-160) is used to collect biographical information from individuals seeking a nonimmigrant visa. The consular officer uses the information collected to determine the applicant's eligibility for a visa.Emergency Justfication:Under INA section 212(d)(5) [8 U.S.C. 1182], the Secretary of Homeland Security may, in his discretion, parole into the United States temporarily under certain conditions for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit any noncitizen applying for admission to the United States. Consular officers aide the Department of Homeland Security in carrying out this function on a case-by-case basis by issuing boarding foils for Significant Public Benefit Parole (SPBP) or Humanitarian Parole (HP) beneficiaries, after receiving an authorization memo from USCIS and completing required processing steps, including completion of the DS-160 or DS-156 by the beneficiary.

202112-1205-006 Distribution of Characteristics of the Insured Unemployed DOL/ETA Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Distribution of Characteristics of the Insured Unemployed

Key Information

Received 2022-02-14
Concluded 2022-03-23
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1205-0009
Previous ICR 201810-1205-003

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 503(a)(6) (View Law)

Abstract

This report is the only source of current, consistent demographic information (age, race/ethnic, sex, occupation, industry) on the Unemployment Insurance (UI) claimant population. These characteristics identify important claimant cohorts for legislative, economic and social planning purposes, and evaluation of the UI program on the Federal and State levels.

202111-3265-001 National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) Regulations for Voter Registration Application EAC Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) Regulations for Voter Registration Application

Key Information

Received 2021-12-02
Concluded 2022-03-23
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 3265-0015
Previous ICR 202108-3265-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 1973gg-7(a) (View Law)

42 USC 15532 (View Law)

Abstract

Section 9(a) of the NVRA and Section 802 of HAVA requires the responsible agency to maintain a national mail voter registration form for U.S. citizens that want to register to vote, to update registration information due to a change of name, make a change of address or to register with a political party by returning the form to their state election office.

202111-2138-001 Airline Service Quality Performance -- Part 234 DOT/BTSA Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Airline Service Quality Performance -- Part 234

Key Information

Received 2021-11-29
Concluded 2022-03-22
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2138-0041
Previous ICR 201902-2138-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

49 USC 41708 (View Law)

Abstract

OMB Control Number 2138-0041 covers Airline Service Quality Performance On-time Performance and Mishandled Baggage and Wheelchair and Scooter reports that the largest U.S. air carriers file with DOT under Part 234. The information is reported by the airlines on a monthly basis to DOT, received by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). The Department then uses the data to publish airline service quality performance statistics in DOT’s monthly Air Travel Consumer Report. In addition, FAA uses the data for its air traffic control modeling.

202108-2120-002 High Density Traffic Airports; Slot Allocation and Transfer Methods DOT/FAA Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
High Density Traffic Airports; Slot Allocation and Transfer Methods

Key Information

Received 2021-08-30
Concluded 2022-03-22
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 2120-0524
Previous ICR 201805-2120-013

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

49 USC 40103 (View Law)

Abstract

This mandated information collection is reported to the FAA by carriers holding a slot at DCA, JFK or LGA; by carriers operating at EWR, LAX, ORD or SFO; and, by operators conducting unscheduled operations at DCA or LGA. The FAA logs, verifies, and processes the requests made by carriers. Reservations for unscheduled operations are recorded by an automated system to provide a confirmation to the operator of a reservation for an unscheduled flight and to maintain the FAA records of approvals and changes to reservations. The FAA uses the information to allocate and withdraw slots at the three slot-controlled airports, confirm transfers of slots made among carriers, and determine operational demand at the airports. The FAA uses this information on a daily basis in order to maintain an accurate slot base. The FAA also uses this information in order to maintain an accurate accounting of operations to ensure compliance with the Rules and Orders in effect. Information at Level 2 schedule-facilitated airports is used to determine potential periods of congestion and delay before flight schedules are finalized. The FAA uses this information to provide recommendations for schedule adjustments that could reduce potential delays. The FAA also uses this information to help provide access to unscheduled operators seeking access to these airports.

202112-0412-001 Education Cost Reporting Form AID Historical Active
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Education Cost Reporting Form

Key Information

Received 2021-12-30
Concluded 2022-03-22
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 0412-0615

Federal Register Notices

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

Abstract

This form is intended to enable USAID to collect data on details of USAID-funded education interventions, such as dosage, outputs and outcomes, as well as contributions to these interventions by third parties, such as host governments and private individuals/companies. The contributions to be reported must be equal or exceed $1,000 in value and be essential to achieving intended objectives. The data will be used in cost-efficiency and cost-effectiveness analyses to inform planning and management

202103-3220-002 Request for Internet Services RRB Historical Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Request for Internet Services

Key Information

Received 2021-03-31
Concluded 2022-03-22
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 3220-0198
Previous ICR 201801-3220-002

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

45 USC 231(f) (View Law)

Abstract

The Railroad Retirement Board collects information needed to provide customers with the ability to request a Password Request Code and subsequently, to establish an individual PIN/Password, the initial steps in providing the option of conducting transactions with the RRB on a routine basis through the Internet.

202111-3220-001 Employee's Certification RRB Historical Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Employee's Certification

Key Information

Received 2021-12-01
Concluded 2022-03-22
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 3220-0140
Previous ICR 201810-3220-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

45 USC 231(f) (View Law)

Abstract

Under Section 2 of the Railroad Retirement Act, spouses of retired railroad employees may be entitled to an annuity. The collection obtains information from the employee about the employee's previous marriages, if any, to determine if any impediment exists to the marriage between the employee and his or her spouse.

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.

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AuthorizingStatues

Names of federal laws that authorize the agency to collect the information.

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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.

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PublicCommentsReceived

Indicates whether any public comments were received during the Federal Register notice period.

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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.

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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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