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 Expires Request Type
202111-1545-009 Allocation of expenses by real estate mortgage investment conduits TREAS/IRS 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Allocation of expenses by real estate mortgage investment conduits

Key Information

Received 2022-03-31
Concluded 2022-07-05
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1545-1018
Previous ICR 201803-1545-009

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 860F (View Law)

26 USC 67 (View Law)

26 USC 6049 (View Law)

26 USC 860D (View Law)

Abstract

These previously approved regulations prescribe the manner in which an entity elects to be taxed as a real estate mortgage investment conduit (REMIC) and the filing requirements for REMICs and certain brokers.

202202-1140-001 Request for Temporary Eligibility to Hold a Sensitive Position – ATF Form 8620.69 DOJ/ATF 2025-07-31
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Request for Temporary Eligibility to Hold a Sensitive Position – ATF Form 8620.69

Key Information

Received 2022-02-25
Concluded 2022-07-28
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1140-0122

Federal Register Notices

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

Abstract

The Request for Temporary Eligibility to Hold a Sensitive Position – ATF Form 8620.69 will be used to determine if a candidate for Federal or contractor employment at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives can be granted a temporary eligibility to hold a sensitive position prior to the completion and adjudication their full background investigation.

202111-1810-001 Native Hawaiian Education and Alaska Native Education Annual Performance Report ED/OESE 2025-07-31
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Native Hawaiian Education and Alaska Native Education Annual Performance Report

Key Information

Received 2022-04-25
Concluded 2022-07-07
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1810-0768

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

20 USC 1221e-3(a)(1) (View Law)

Abstract

This is a request for a new Annual Performance Report (APR) information collection for the Title VI, Part B of the ESEA (Native Hawaiian Education), Title VI, Part C of the ESEA (Alaska Native Education), and Title XI, Section 11006 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The information shared with the Rural, Insular, and Native Achievement Program (RINAP) division will help ensure Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native Education program grantees make progress toward meeting program goals and objectives. Information collected will also inform the selection and delivery of technical assistance to grantees, allowing RINAP to better monitor the connection between grant administration and intended outcomes. Collection of APR information will also allow RINAP to proactively engage with grantees to identify potential compliance issues ahead of more comprehensive monitoring, decreasing the need for enforcement action and minimizing burden for grantees.

202106-2535-001 Public Housing Financial Management Template HUD/OA 2025-07-31
Reinstatement without change of a previously approved collection
Public Housing Financial Management Template

Key Information

Received 2021-07-08
Concluded 2022-07-05
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2535-0107
Previous ICR 201706-2535-002

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

44 USC Chapter 35 as amended (View Law)

Abstract

HUD's Uniform Financial Reporting Standards (UFRS) regulation or HUD housing programs requires that financial information be submitted electronically, using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), in a prescribed format. HUD's Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS) regulation requires public housing agencies (PHAs) to submit financial information annually to HUD. The Operating Fund Program regulation requires PHAs to account for financial information at the project level.

202104-1029-001 30 CFR Part 800 -- Bond and Insurance Requirements for Surface Coal Mining and Reclamation Operations Under Regulatory Programs DOI/OSMRE 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
30 CFR Part 800 -- Bond and Insurance Requirements for Surface Coal Mining and Reclamation Operations Under Regulatory Programs

Key Information

Received 2021-09-15
Concluded 2022-07-13
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1029-0043
Previous ICR 201803-1029-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

30 USC 1201 et seq. (View Law)

Abstract

OSM and State regulatory authorities use the information collected by 30 CFR Part 800 to ensure that persons conducting or planning to conduct surface coal mining and reclamation operations post and maintain (1) an appropriate liability insurance policy and (2) a performance bond in a form and amount adequate to guarantee fulfillment of all reclamation obligations.

202201-0560-003 Measurement Service Record USDA/FSA 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Measurement Service Record

Key Information

Received 2022-05-23
Concluded 2022-07-12
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 0560-0260
Previous ICR 201809-0560-003

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

15 USC 714b (View Law)

Abstract

The collection of information from producers is required to enable the Farm Service Agency to perform the measurement services for the producers.

202111-3150-003 Nuclear Material Events Database (NMED) for the Collection of Event Report, Response, Analyses, and Follow-up Data on Events Involving the Use of Atomic Energy Act Radioactive Byproduct Material NRC 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Nuclear Material Events Database (NMED) for the Collection of Event Report, Response, Analyses, and Follow-up Data on Events Involving the Use of Atomic Energy Act Radioactive Byproduct Material

Key Information

Received 2022-03-28
Concluded 2022-07-27
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 3150-0178
Previous ICR 201903-3150-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 83 - 703 1-311 (View Law)

Abstract

NRC regulations require NRC licensees to report incidents and over exposures, leaking or contaminated sealed source(s), release of excessive contamination of radioactive material, lost or stolen radioactive material, equipment failures, abandoned well logging sources and medical events. Agreement State licenses are also required to report these events to their individual Agreement State regulatory authorities under compatible Agreement State regulations. The NRC is requesting that the Agreement States provide information to NRC on the initial notification, response actions, and follow-up investigations on events involving the use (including suspected theft or terrorist activities) of nuclear materials regulated pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act. The event information should be provided in a uniform electronic format, for assessment and identification of any facilities/site specific or generic safety concerns that could have the potential to impact public health and safety. The identification and review of safety concerns may result in lessons learned, and may also identify generic issues for further study which could result in proposals for changes or revisions to technical or regulatory designs, processes, standards, guidance or requirements.

202104-2502-001 Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD); Supporting Contracts and Processing Requirements HUD/OH 2025-07-31
Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD); Supporting Contracts and Processing Requirements

Key Information

Received 2021-08-05
Concluded 2022-07-07
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2502-0612
Previous ICR 201609-2502-002

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

44 USC Chapter 35, as amended (View Law)

Abstract

The Rental Assistance Demonstration allows Public Housing and Moderate Rehabilitation (Mod Rehab) properties to convert to long-term Section 8 rental assistance contracts; and Rent Supplement, Rental Assistance Payment and Mod Rehab properties upon contract expiration or termination, to convert tenant protection vouchers (TPVs) to project-based vouchers (PBVs). Participation in the initiative will be voluntary.

202112-3170-004 Generic Information Collection Plan for Consumer Complaint and Information Collection System (Testing and Feedback) CFPB 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Generic Information Collection Plan for Consumer Complaint and Information Collection System (Testing and Feedback)

Key Information

Received 2022-04-20
Concluded 2022-07-13
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 3170-0042
Previous ICR 201711-3170-004

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 111 - 203 1013(b)(3), 1021(c)(2),1034 (View Law)

Abstract

The CFPB has undertaken a variety of service delivery-focused activities contemplated by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Public Law No. 111-2013 (Dodd-Frank Act). These activities, which include consumer complaint and inquiry processing, referral, and monitoring, involve several interrelated systems. The streamlined process of the generic clearance will continue to allow the Bureau to implement these systems efficiently in line with the Bureau’s commitment to continuous improvement of its delivery of services through iterative testing and feedback collection.

202202-2127-001 Drivers’ Use of Camera-Based Rear Visibility Systems Versus Traditional Mirrors DOT/NHTSA 2025-07-31
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Drivers’ Use of Camera-Based Rear Visibility Systems Versus Traditional Mirrors

Key Information

Received 2022-03-15
Concluded 2022-07-21
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2127-0756

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

49 USC 301 (View Law)

Abstract

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed to perform research involving the collection of information from the public as part of a multi-year effort to learn about drivers’ use of camera-based rear visibility systems as compared to their use of traditional vehicle outside mirrors. This research will support NHTSA in evaluating whether to pursue a regulation modification that would permit technologies other than mirrors, such as camera-based visibility systems (sometimes referred to as camera monitor systems (CMS)), for compliance with FMVSS No. 111. The data collections will be performed once to obtain the target number of valid test participants. Study participants will be members of the general public and participation will be voluntary. Participants will include licensed car and/or commercial truck drivers aged 25 to 65, who are healthy and able to drive without assistive devices. Participants will be recruited using print and online newspaper advertisements. Study participation will be voluntary and monetary compensation will be provided. The research will be conducted in two parts. Data collection will begin upon receipt of PRA clearance and will first involve light vehicles, and a second, subsequent part will involve heavy trucks. Participants will drive a production vehicle equipped with a commercially available or prototype camera-based visibility system in place of outside mirrors and a vehicle equipped with an original equipment mirror system. The research will involve track-based and on-road, semi-naturalistic driving experimentation. Vehicles used in testing will be equipped with instrumentation for recording driver eye-glance behavior, as well as vehicle speed, position, steering angle, and turn signal status. Sensors will also be used to determine and record the distances between the test vehicle and surrounding vehicles during testing. Information will be collected over the course of the research through participant recruitment screening questions, observation of driving behaviors, and post-drive questionnaires. Questions addressed to individuals will serve to assess individuals’ suitability for study participation, to obtain feedback regarding participants’ use of the CMS, and to gauge individuals’ level of comfort with and confidence in the CMS performance and safety.

202108-1029-002 30 CFR Part 702 - Exemption for Coal Extraction Incidental to the Extraction of Other Minerals DOI/OSMRE 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
30 CFR Part 702 - Exemption for Coal Extraction Incidental to the Extraction of Other Minerals

Key Information

Received 2022-01-28
Concluded 2022-07-14
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1029-0089
Previous ICR 201810-1029-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

30 USC 1201 (View Law)

Abstract

This Part implements the requirements in Section 701(28) of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA), P.L. 95-87, which grants an exemption from the requirements of SMCRA to operators extracting not more than 16 2/3 percentage tonnage of coal incidental to the extraction of other minerals. This information will be used by the regulatory authorities to make that determination.

202202-2070-004 Certification of Pesticide Applicators (Renewal) EPA/OCSPP 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Certification of Pesticide Applicators (Renewal)

Key Information

Received 2022-02-25
Concluded 2022-07-19
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2070-0196
Previous ICR 201612-2070-002

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

7 USC 136 (View Law)

Abstract

This Information Collection Request (ICR) amendment covers the proposed revisions to the Certification of Pesticide Applicators at 40 CFR Part 171, which regulates the certification of applicators of restricted use pesticides (RUPs), assuming that the proposed amendments become final. This ICR estimates the incremental burden of the proposed changes not already included in the currently approved ICR Certification of Pesticide Applicators (OMB No: 2070-0029) covering the current 40 CFR Part 171. The existing regulation has provisions for states, tribes, territories, and federal agencies that wish to certify applicators to use RUPs to submit certification plans to EPA for review and approval, and requirements to report on specific information related to applicator certification activities annually. The regulation has standards of competency for persons who are certified to apply RUPs, as well as requirements related to noncertified applicators who apply RUPs under the direct supervision of certified applicators. In addition, it already requires pesticide dealers to maintain records of RUP sales in areas where EPA administers an applicator certification program. EPA is proposing changes to the rule to improve the competency of certified applicators of RUPs and noncertified applicators who apply RUPs under the direct supervision of certified applicators. Proposed changes to the rule include new and revised standards for certification for commercial and private applicators, provisions for recertification of applicators, and training for noncertified applicators applying RUPs under the supervision of certified applicators. The proposal also includes changes to improve the clarity and organization of the rule and overall program operation. The proposed changes to the regulation are intended to ensure that all persons who use RUPs i.e., private applicators, commercial applicators, and noncertified applicators using RUPs under the direct supervision of certified applicators are competent to use RUPs in a manner that will not result in unreasonable adverse effects to themselves, others, or the environment. This amendment ICR estimates the burden and costs of the proposed changes related to information collection and includes: training for noncertified applicators applying RUPs under the direct supervision of certified applicators, recordkeeping of the noncertified applicator training, recordkeeping of RUP sales by pesticide dealerships under certification programs not administered by EPA, and costs to states, territories, tribes, and federal agencies to revise certification plans as needed to comply with the proposed requirements.

202104-2502-004 Multifamily Insurance Benefits Claims Package HUD/OH 2025-07-31
Revision of a currently approved collection
Multifamily Insurance Benefits Claims Package

Key Information

Received 2021-07-27
Concluded 2022-07-05
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2502-0418
Previous ICR 201709-2502-009

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

12 USC 1713(g) (View Law)

Abstract

When the terms of a Multifamily contract are breached or when a mortgagee meets conditions stated within the Multifamily contract for an automatic assignment, the holder of the mortgage may file for insurance benefits. To receive these benefits, the mortgagee must prepare and submit to HUD the Multifamily Insurance Benefits Claims Package. HUD uses the information collection to determine the insurance benefits owed to the mortgagee.

202201-0648-001 Collection of High Resolution Spatial and Temporal Fishery Dependent Data to Support Scientific Research DOC/NOAA 2025-07-31
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Collection of High Resolution Spatial and Temporal Fishery Dependent Data to Support Scientific Research

Key Information

Received 2022-02-09
Concluded 2022-07-13
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 0648-0803

Federal Register Notices

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

Abstract

This request is for a new collection of information. NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC) will collaborate with regional harvesters to self-collect high resolution effort and catch fishery dependent data electronically using the Fisheries Logbook Data Recording Software (FLDRS), developed by the NEFSC.

202112-1651-006 Application to Use Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) DHS/USCBP 2025-07-31
Revision of a currently approved collection
Application to Use Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)

Key Information

Received 2022-03-14
Concluded 2022-07-12
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 1651-0105
Previous ICR 202106-1651-002

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

19 USC 1413 (View Law)

Abstract

The Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) is a trade data processing system that is replacing the Automated Commercial System (ACS), the current import system for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations. ACE is authorized by Executive Order 13659 which mandates implementation of a Single Window through which businesses will transmit data required by participating agencies for the importation or exportation of cargo. See 79 FR 10655 (February 25, 2014). ACE supports government agencies and the trade community with border-related missions with respect to moving goods across the border efficiently and securely. Once ACE is fully implemented, all related CBP trade functions and the trade community will be supported from a single common user interface. To establish an ACE Portal account, participants submit information such as their name, their employer identification number (EIN) or social security number (SSN), and if applicable, a statement certifying their capability to connect to the internet. This information is submitted through the ACE Secure Data Portal which is accessible at: http://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated. Please Note: A CBP-assigned number may be provided in lieu of your SSN. If you have an EIN, that number will automatically be used and no CBP number will be assigned. A CBP-assigned number is for CBP use only. There is a standalone capability for electronically filing protests in ACE. This capability is available for participants who have not established ACE Portal Accounts for other trade activities, but desire to file protests electronically. A protest is a procedure whereby a private party may administratively challenge a CBP decision regarding imported merchandise and certain other CBP decisions. Trade members can establish a protest filer account in ACE through a separate application and the submission of specific data elements. See 81 FR 57928 (August 24, 2016).

202108-1029-003 30 CFR Part 773 - Requirements for Permits and Permit Processing DOI/OSMRE 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
30 CFR Part 773 - Requirements for Permits and Permit Processing

Key Information

Received 2022-02-10
Concluded 2022-07-14
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1029-0115
Previous ICR 201810-1029-002

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

30 USC 1201 et seq. (View Law)

Abstract

The collection activities for this Part ensure that the public has the opportunity to review permit applications prior to their approval, and that applicants for permanent program permits or their associates who are in violation of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act do not receive surface coal mining permits pending resolution of their violations. This collection request includes permit applicant processing fees in Federal Program States and on Indian lands.

202108-1029-004 30 CFR Part 778 - Permit Applications - minimum requirements for legal, financial, compliance, and related information DOI/OSMRE 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
30 CFR Part 778 - Permit Applications - minimum requirements for legal, financial, compliance, and related information

Key Information

Received 2022-02-17
Concluded 2022-07-14
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1029-0117
Previous ICR 201811-1029-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

30 USC 1257 (View Law)

Abstract

30 U.S.C. 1257(b) provides that persons conducting coal mining activities submit to the regulatory authority all relevant information regarding ownership and control of the property affected, their compliance status and history. This information is used to ensure all legal, financial and compliance requirements are satisfied prior to issuance of a permit.

202203-1028-003 DOUG D. NEBERT NSDI CHAMPION OF THE YEAR AWARD DOI/GS 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
DOUG D. NEBERT NSDI CHAMPION OF THE YEAR AWARD

Key Information

Received 2022-05-24
Concluded 2022-07-22
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1028-0115
Previous ICR 201808-1028-003

Federal Register Notices

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

Abstract

Nominations for DOUG D. NEBERT NSDI CHAMPION OF THE YEAR AWARD are accepted from the public and private sector individuals, teams, organizations, and professional societies that are from the United States of America. Nomination packages include three sections: (A) Cover Sheet, (B) Summary Statement, and (C) Supplemental Materials. The cover sheet includes professional contact information. The Summary Statement is limited to two pages and describes the nominee's achievements in the development of an outstanding, innovative, and operational tool, application, or service capability that directly supports the spatial data infrastructures. Nominations may include up to 10 pages of supplemental information such as resume, publications list, and/or letters of endorsement. The award consists of a citation and plaque, which are presented to the recipient at an appropriate public forum by the FGDC Chair. The name of the recipient is also inscribed on a permanent plaque, which are displayed by the FGDC.

202105-0648-004 Applications and Reporting Requirements for Incidental Taking of Marine Mammals by Specified Activities Under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. DOC/NOAA 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Applications and Reporting Requirements for Incidental Taking of Marine Mammals by Specified Activities Under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

Key Information

Received 2021-06-08
Concluded 2022-07-14
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 0648-0151
Previous ICR 202003-0648-013

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

16 USC 1361 (View Law)

Abstract

This request is for an extension of an existing information collection under OMB Control No. 0648-0151. NMFS does not anticipate that the extension will substantially add to the burden to individual private applicants for incidental take authorizations under the existing Control Number. The main difference we expect related to this extension is that there will be a larger number of applicants/respondents than accounted for in the existing OMB Control Number. In preparing this renewal, it was observed that some totals in the previous Supporting Statement were inaccurate. These have been corrected in this document. The Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 (MMPA; 16 U.S.C. 1361 et seq.) prohibits the "taking" of marine mammals unless otherwise authorized or exempted by law. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) uses the information collection to: evaluate the proposed activity's impact on marine mammals; arrive at the appropriate determinations required by the MMPA and other applicable laws prior to issuing or denying the authorization; and monitor impacts of activities for which take authorizations have been issued.

202205-0925-002 Generic Clearance for Application Information for Fellowships, Internships, Training Programs, and Specialty Positions (NCI) HHS/NIH 2025-07-31
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Generic Clearance for Application Information for Fellowships, Internships, Training Programs, and Specialty Positions (NCI)

Key Information

Received 2022-05-31
Concluded 2022-07-01
Expires 2025-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 0925-0761
Previous ICR 202004-0925-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC sect 285 (View Law)

Abstract

This is a request for OMB to approve this information collection request for an extension of three years. The request “Generic Clearance for Application Information for Fellowships, Internships, Training Programs, and Specialty Positions” supports the science and research in a multidisciplinary environment at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), a part of the National Institutes of Health. Applicants may possess a variety of degrees including, but not limited to, high school, post-baccalaureate, graduate, postdoctoral, Registered Nurse, and Doctor of Medicine (MD). Potential applicants may apply for cancer-related positions by submitting applications, resumes, curriculum vitae (CV), reference letters, letters of intent and interest, and other related documentation directly to the Divisions, Offices, and Centers. The information is for internal use to make decisions about candidates invited to visit and attend NCI fellowships, internships, training opportunities, and apply for specialized staff and faculty positions.

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.

N/A

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.

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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