Change Requests

What is an ICR?

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.

When are they submitted?

Federal agencies are required to submit an ICR whenever they create, renew, modify 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.

Where to find an ICR?

ICRs are publicly available on RegInfo.gov, and additional guidance can be found in the FAQs.

Note: Presidential Action influences are notated for ICRs received between January 20, 2025 and July 19, 2025.

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Reference Number
OMB Control Number
Agency
Received
Concluded
Action
Status
Request Type
Presidential Action

Title:

Reciprocal Switching for Inadequate Service

Reference Number:

202404-2140-001

Omb Control Number:

2140-0044

Agency:

STB

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-06-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Reciprocal Switching for Inadequate Service

Key Information

Abstract

In Docket No. EP 711 (Sub-No. 2) (Final Rule), the Board issued a new set of regulations that would provide for the prescription of reciprocal switching agreements to address inadequate rail service, as determined using objective standards based on a carrier’s original estimated time of arrival, transit time, and first-mile and last-mile service. To help implement the new regulations, the Board proposes (1) to require Class I carriers to submit certain data, which would be publicly accessible and generalized; and (2) to adopt a new requirement that, upon written request by a customer, a rail carrier must provide to that customer individualized, machine-readable service data. The Class I carriers also required to update their definitions of original estimated time of arrival (OETA) and “industry spot and pull” (ISP) standard for its required reporting. Based on this information, the shippers/receivers would be required to file a petition seeking the prescription of a reciprocal switching agreement, and the Class I carriers would be able to file a petition to terminate that prescription.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

49 USC 11102
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Generic Clearance for Survey Research Studies

Reference Number:

202405-0536-001

Omb Control Number:

0536-0073

Agency:

USDA/ERS

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-05-13

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
Generic Clearance for Survey Research Studies

Key Information

Abstract

This generic clearance will allow ERS to conduct research to improve the quality of data collection by developing, testing, and evaluating its survey instruments, methodologies, technology, interview processes, and respondent recruitment protocols.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

7 USC 2204
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities

Reference Number:

202404-0945-002

Omb Control Number:

0945-0011

Agency:

HHS/OCR

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-06-11

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities

Key Information

Abstract

The Office for Civil Rights Section 1557 final rule contains information collection requirements that are subject to review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (“PRA”). Under the PRA, agencies are required to submit to OMB for review and approval any reporting or record-keeping requirements inherent in a proposed or final rule and are required to publish such proposed requirements for public comment. The PRA requires agencies to provide a 60-day notice in the Federal Register and solicit public comment on a proposed collection of information before it is submitted to OMB for review and approval. Under Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA, the Department solicited comment on the following issues: 1. Whether the information collection is necessary and useful to carry out the proper functions of the agency; 2. The accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the information collection burden; 3. The quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and 4. Recommendations to minimize the information collection burden on the affected public, including automated collection techniques.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 111 - 148 1557
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Procedures for Requesting a Chemical Risk Evaluation under TSCA (Final Rule)

Reference Number:

202405-2070-001

Omb Control Number:

2070-0231

Agency:

EPA/OCSPP

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-06-24

Action:

Approved with change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Procedures for Requesting a Chemical Risk Evaluation under TSCA (Final Rule)

Key Information

Abstract

This ICR is related to a requirement contained in a proposed rule to implement provisions outlined in the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety of the 21st Century Act which passed in June 2016 and amended the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to amend the process for conducting risk evaluations under the TSCA to determine whether a chemical substance presents an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment under the known, intended, or reasonably foreseen conditions of use, without consideration of costs or non-risk factors, including unreasonable risk to potentially exposed or susceptible subpopulations. EPA has reconsidered the procedural framework rule for conducting such risk evaluations and determined that certain aspects of that framework should be revised to align with applicable court decisions and the statutory text, to reflect the Agency’s experience implementing the risk evaluation program following enactment of the 2016 TSCA amendments, and to allow for consideration of scientific advances in the risk evaluation process without need to further amend the Agency’s procedural rule. Revisions to this rule also includes changes to the process by which a manufacture may request that EPA conduct a risk evaluation on a chemical for which they manufacture. This proposed rule outlines the criteria and information chemical manufacturers must provide for EPA to consider a chemical substance for risk evaluation. Also included is Agency’s process and timing to review the request to determine whether to grant or deny. The information collection activities covered by this ICR are those carried out by a chemical manufacturer in requesting a specific chemical risk evaluation under TSCA be conducted by EPA.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

15 USC §2605(b)(4)
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Personnel Vetting Questionnaire

Reference Number:

202405-1601-002CF

Omb Control Number:

3206-0279

Agency:

DHS/OS

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-05-08

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Personnel Vetting Questionnaire

Key Information

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Sections 1.1411, 1.1412, 1.1415 and 1.1416 and Pole Attachment Access Requirements and Dispute Resolution Requirements

Reference Number:

202403-3060-021

Omb Control Number:

3060-1151

Agency:

FCC

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-07-02

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Sections 1.1411, 1.1412, 1.1415 and 1.1416 and Pole Attachment Access Requirements and Dispute Resolution Requirements

Key Information

Abstract

The Commission adopted a comprehensive regulatory scheme to ensure just and reasonable rates, terms, and conditions of access to utility infrastructure (usually called “poles or “pole attachments”), with a robust dispute resolution process when the parties are not able to agree on terms. The Commission also adopted requirements for providing communications providers with information about the status of the utility poles they plan to use as they map out their broadband builds. Access to poles involves requests, responses, notices, and coordination among utility pole owners, requesting attachers, and parties with existing facilities attached to the poles. The regulations in 47 CFR sections 1.1411, 1.1412, 1.1415, and 1.1416 include pole complaint and other dispute resolution processes, pole access timelines for one-touch, make-ready (OTMR) and non-OTMR attachments, and use by new attachers of utility-approved contract workers. In addition, the rules require utilities to allow attachers to “overlash” existing wires and they eliminate outdated disparities between the pole attachment rates that incumbent carriers must pay compared to other similarly-situated cable and telecommunications attachers.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

47 USC 224
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Non-Compete Clause Rule

Reference Number:

202405-3084-001

Omb Control Number:

3084-0173

Agency:

FTC

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-06-25

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Non-Compete Clause Rule

Key Information

Abstract

The Federal Trade Commission is issuing a final rule promulgating the Non-Compete Clause Rule. The final rule provides that it is an unfair method of competition and therefore a violation of Section 5 of the FTC Act for persons to enter into non-compete clauses (“non-competes”) with workers on or after the final rule’s effective date. With respect to existing non-competes—i.e., the non-competes entered into before the effective date—the final rule adopts a different approach for senior executives than for other workers. For senior executives, existing non-competes can remain in force, while existing non-competes with other workers are not enforceable after the effective date.

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN
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Authorizing Statutes

15 USC 41-58
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

National Medal for Museum and Library Service form and cover sheet

Reference Number:

202405-3137-002

Omb Control Number:

3137-0097

Agency:

IMLS

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-06-11

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
National Medal for Museum and Library Service form and cover sheet

Key Information

Abstract

The National Medals are designed to recognize outstanding libraries and museums that have made significant contributions in service to improve the wellbeing of their communities. These institutions exceed expected levels of community outreach beyond a single program or exhibit by building community cohesion and serving as catalysts for positive community change. Nominees should review the IMLS strategic plan and highlight how their work aligns (e.g., promoting lifelong learning, building institutional capacity, increasing community access). In this submission, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) requests a renewal of the clearance for the web-based National Medal for Museum and Library Service Nomination Form for its recognition program of outstanding libraries and museums. The current clearance expires June 30, 2024. The information collection in this package includes the form and instructions necessary to nominate organizations for the national recognition from IMLS.

Federal Register Notices

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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

[NCIRD] National Disease Surveillance Program - II. Disease Summaries

Reference Number:

202405-0920-001

Omb Control Number:

0920-0004

Agency:

HHS/CDC

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-05-13

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
[NCIRD] National Disease Surveillance Program - II. Disease Summaries

Key Information

Abstract

These data are essential on the local, state, and federal levels for measuring trends in diseases, evaluating the effectiveness of current preventive strategies, and determining the need to modify current preventive measures. The following diseases/conditions are included in this program: Influenza Virus, Caliciviruses, Respiratory and Enteric Viruses, Parechoviruses, Arthropod-Borne Diseases and Enteroviruses. CDC requests approval for a Reinstatement with Change of 0920-0004 National Disease Surveillance Program - II. Disease Summaries. Non-Substantive Change Request is submitted to modify three forms (Attachment K, P, EE) to allow for collection of data on unpasteurized milk/milk products and cattle/cattle farm exposures. There is a minimal increase in burden hours. Changes include addition of Forms, Discontinuation of Forms, and reformatting some questions. The overall result is a increase in Burden Hours and Respondents.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 241
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Library Reviewer Form and Museum Reviewer Form

Reference Number:

202405-3137-001

Omb Control Number:

3137-0099

Agency:

IMLS

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-06-26

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Library Reviewer Form and Museum Reviewer Form

Key Information

Abstract

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) requests a renewal clearance for the online IMLS Library and Museum Reviewer Forms for its identification of subject-matter experts to serve as peer reviewers under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The current clearance expires June 30, 2024. The information collections in this package include instructions necessary to apply for engagement with IMLS as part of the agency’s grant review and technical assistance programs.

Federal Register Notices

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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Mid-Term Self-Identification

Reference Number:

202405-3060-002

Omb Control Number:

3060-0922

Agency:

FCC

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-05-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Mid-Term Self-Identification

Key Information

Abstract

On February 15, 2019, the Commission released a Report and Order (“Order”), MB Docket No. 18-23, FCC 19-10; In the Matter of Elimination of Obligation to File Broadcast Mid-Term Report (Form 397) Under Section 73.2080(f)(2). The Order eliminated the provision of Section 73.2080(f)(2) which required broadcast stations to file Form 397 and replaced it with a technological approach designed to be more efficient and less burdensome to licensees. When uploading EEO public file reports to the Commission’s Online Public Inspection File (OPIF), broadcast radio and Satellite Digital Audio Radio Services (SDARS) licensees will be prompted to answer “Yes” or “No” to indicate whether they have eleven or more full-time employees, which is the threshold number of employees triggering a mid-term review for radio and SDARS employment units. All television stations uploading an EEO public file report to the OPIF are necessarily subject to a mid-term review because the requisite staff size for both obligations is five full-time employees for television employment units. Thus, the very act of posting the report to the OPIF will be sufficient to identify television stations subject to the mid-term review.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

47 USC 1, 4(i), 4(j)
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47 USC 334
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Police Check Inquiry

Reference Number:

202404-1140-002

Omb Control Number:

1140-0068

Agency:

DOJ/ATF

Received:

2024-05-07

Concluded:

2024-09-10

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Police Check Inquiry

Key Information

Abstract

The Police Check Inquiry - ATF Form 8620.42 is used to collect personally identifiable information (PII) to determine if non-ATF personnel meet the basic requirements for escorted access to ATF facilities, non-sensitive information and/or construction sites.

Federal Register Notices

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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Excise Tax on Repurchase of Corporate Stock (Form 7208)

Reference Number:

202302-1545-009

Omb Control Number:

1545-2323

Agency:

TREAS/IRS

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-06-13

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Excise Tax on Repurchase of Corporate Stock (Form 7208)

Key Information

Abstract

Section 4501 was added to a new chapter 37 of the Code by the enactment of Public Law 117-169, 136 Stat. 1818 (August 16, 2022), commonly referred to as the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA). Taxpayers will use Form 7208 to figure and report the excise tax on stock repurchases.

Federal Register Notices

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30-Day FRN
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Authorizing Statutes

26 USC 4501
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Federal Financial Report for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program

Reference Number:

202405-0660-005CF

Omb Control Number:

4040-0014

Agency:

DOC/NTIA

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-05-12

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Federal Financial Report for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program

Key Information

Authorizing Statutes

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program Application (1894-0001)

Reference Number:

202404-1810-001

Omb Control Number:

1810-0758

Agency:

ED/OESE

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-07-03

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Extension without change of a currently approved collection
Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program Application (1894-0001)

Key Information

Abstract

This is a request for extension under the streamlined discretionary grant application (1894-0001) so that the TSL program can collect applications for the future competitions. Authorized in sections 2211 - 2213 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA), as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL) supports efforts of local educational agencies (LEAs) and States to focus on use and improvements in human capital management systems (HCMSs) and sustainable performance- based compensation systems (PBCSs), especially in high-need schools, to increase the effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leaders and thereby increase student achievement.

Federal Register Notices

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30-Day FRN
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Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 115 - 64 2212
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Budget Information for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program (SF-424A) (Non-Construction)

Reference Number:

202405-0660-002CF

Omb Control Number:

4040-0006

Agency:

DOC/NTIA

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-05-12

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Budget Information for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program (SF-424A) (Non-Construction)

Key Information

Authorizing Statutes

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

FCC Application for Assignment of Authorization or Transfer of Control: WTB and PSHS Bureaus

Reference Number:

202405-3060-004

Omb Control Number:

3060-0800

Agency:

FCC

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-05-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
FCC Application for Assignment of Authorization or Transfer of Control: WTB and PSHS Bureaus

Key Information

Abstract

On July 18, 2022, the Commission adopted the Partition, Disaggregation and Leasing of Spectrum Report and Order and Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that modifies partitioning, disaggregation, and leasing rules to provide specific incentives for small carriers and Tribal Nations, and entities in rural areas, to voluntarily participate in ECIP (ECIP Report and Order in WT Docket No. 19-38, FCC 22-53). The ECIP proceeding is in response to Congressional direction in the Making Opportunities for Broadband Investment and Limiting Excessive and Needless Obstacles to Wireless Act (MOBILE NOW Act) to consider steps to increase the diversity of spectrum access and the availability of advanced telecommunications services in rural areas. The ECIP will promote greater competition in the provision of wireless services, facilitate increased availability of advanced wireless services in rural areas, facilitate new opportunities for small carriers and Tribal Nations to increase access to spectrum, and bring more advanced wireless service including 5G to underserved communities. The Commission seeks approval for revisions to its currently approved collection of information under OMB Control Number 3060-0800 to permit the collection of the additional information and changes in connection with assignments of authorizations pursuant to the rules adopted by the Commission’s ECIP Report and Order. Specifically, in the ECIP Report and Order, the Commission revised its rules to allow partition and/or disaggregation assignment applications pursuant to § 1.950. or full assignments pursuant to § 1.948, to designate a Qualifying Transaction identified in the application as seeking consideration under the ECIP. Respondents are also required to select the applicable ECIP prong to its Qualifying Transaction, pursuant to either § 1.60003 or § 1.60004. Please see the non-substantive change request justification for the reason behind this submission to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

47 USC 155
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47 USC 154
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47 USC 309
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47 USC 161
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47 USC 158
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47 USC 310
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47 USC 301
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47 USC 308
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47 USC 332
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47 USC 303(r)
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Build America, Buy America Waiver Data Collection Common Forms

Reference Number:

202405-2900-001CF

Omb Control Number:

0505-0028

Agency:

VA

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-05-07

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Build America, Buy America Waiver Data Collection Common Forms

Key Information

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds

Reference Number:

202405-2105-003CF

Omb Control Number:

9000-0135

Agency:

DOT/OST

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-06-03

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds

Key Information

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program

Reference Number:

202405-0660-001CF

Omb Control Number:

4040-0004

Agency:

DOC/NTIA

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-05-12

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program

Key Information

Authorizing Statutes

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

PreAward Survey Forms (Standard Forms 1403, 1404, 1405, 1406,1407, and 1408)

Reference Number:

202405-2105-001CF

Omb Control Number:

9000-0011

Agency:

DOT/OST

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-06-03

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
PreAward Survey Forms (Standard Forms 1403, 1404, 1405, 1406,1407, and 1408)

Key Information

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

ERIF Tribal Assistance Program Application

Reference Number:

202405-3121-001

Omb Control Number:

3121-0002

Agency:

FPISC

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

None

Action:

None

Status:

Received in OIRA

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
ERIF Tribal Assistance Program Application

Key Information

Abstract

The Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council will be providing funding to Tribal governments that meet the requirements outlined in the ERIF Tribal Assistance Program application instructions. The ICR is for the information we plan to request as part of this program. The ICR requests that Tribal governments identify contact information for the Tribe's request, the amount of funding requested, what will be accomplished with the funding (both activities and results) and which FAST-41 projects the Tribe is consulting on or engaged in.

Federal Register Notices

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Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 4370m-8(d)(3)
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Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Contract Financing

Reference Number:

202405-2105-002CF

Omb Control Number:

9000-0138

Agency:

DOT/OST

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-06-03

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Contract Financing

Key Information

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Certificate Pertaining to Foreign Interests for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program

Reference Number:

202405-0660-006CF

Omb Control Number:

0704-0579

Agency:

DOC/NTIA

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-05-06

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

RCF New
Certificate Pertaining to Foreign Interests for NTIA Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program

Key Information

Authorizing Statutes

Presidential Action:

-

Title:

Tornado Watch/Warning Post-Event Evaluation

Reference Number:

202404-0648-013

Omb Control Number:

0648-0797

Agency:

DOC/NOAA

Received:

2024-05-06

Concluded:

2024-09-19

Action:

Approved without change

Status:

Active

Request Type:

Revision of a currently approved collection
Tornado Watch/Warning Post-Event Evaluation

Key Information

Abstract

This is a request for a revision and extension of the OMB control number 0648-0797: Tornado Watch/Warning Post-Event Evaluation. The NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) designed the data collection instrument to allow for more routine collection of this information. This survey is delivered through a web application hosted by NSSL called Tornado Tales, available online at https://inside.nssl.noaa.gov/tornado-tales/. After approval of our initial data collection instrument (that shown on the website), researchers carried out post-event data collections for multiple tornado events, validating the questions and identifying issues for improvement. This fieldwork led to several needed improvements, including the addition of questions about the event more broadly, rephrasing some questions, and including questions about efficacy and the availability of forecast information. While these revisions have added questions to the survey, their improved clarity should allow for faster response times per question. We estimate the time to complete the survey is five to ten minutes on average. Subject recruitment will primarily be done by NOAA NSSL and its partners advertising the survey via websites and social media outlets. In addition to the changes to the survey instrument, researchers at NOAA NSSL and the University of Oklahoma would like to conduct interviews with emergency managers, broadcast meteorologists, and members of the public after certain tornado events to explore how they interpreted and used NOAA forecast information. Researchers will use a skip-logic approach, meaning participants will only answer questions about the time periods relevant to their personal experience. Given the in-person nature of these interviews, we expect them to take between 15 and 30 minutes on average.

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Authorizing Statutes

Pub.L. 115 - 25 101-508
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Presidential Action:

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