Information Collection Request (ICR) Tracker

ICR Definition

An Information Collection Request (ICR) is a federal agency’s request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information from the public. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), agencies must justify why the information is needed and how it will be used.

Federal agencies are required to submit an ICR whenever they create, renew, modify, or discontinue an information collection. Each ICR includes a description of the collection, supporting materials and documentation (such as forms, surveys, or scripts), and proof that the agency has met the requirements of the PRA.

The ICR is submitted to the The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) within OMB for review and approval. OIRA grants approval for a maximum of three years, after which the collection must be renewed through a new ICR submission.

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

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Reference Number Title Agency Status Request Type
202003-0960-003 Authorization to Obtain Earnings Data from the Social Security Administration SSA Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
Authorization to Obtain Earnings Data from the Social Security Administration

Key Information

Received 2020-07-28
Concluded 2023-05-18
Expires 2026-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 0960-0602
Previous ICR 201701-0960-010

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 405 (View Law)

Abstract

SSA uses the information provided on Form SSA-581 to: (1) identify the wage earner; (2) establish the period of earnings information requested; (3) verify the wage earner authorized SSA to release this information to the requesting party; and (4) produce the Itemized Statement of Earnings (SSA-7050 (0960-0525)). Generally, the SSA-581 is a one-time request; however, some organizations use the form annually to maintain private pension programs, while others use the form in litigation matters. The respondents are private businesses and other Federal agencies.
202007-1860-002CF Demographics Information on Applicants ED/OCO Active
RCF Recertification
Demographics Information on Applicants

Key Information

Received 2020-07-27
Concluded 2020-07-27
Expires 2023-08-31
Action Approved
OMB Control # 3046-0046
Previous ICR 202007-1860-001CF
202001-0572-006 7 CFR Part 1744, Subpart B, Lien Accommodations and Subordination Policy USDA/RUS Active
Extension without change of a currently approved collection
7 CFR Part 1744, Subpart B, Lien Accommodations and Subordination Policy

Key Information

Received 2020-07-27
Concluded 2021-02-25
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 0572-0126
Previous ICR 201704-0572-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

7 USC 901 et seq. (View Law)

Abstract

In order to facilitate the financing of projects that provide for new telecommunications services and other telecommunications services not ordinarily financed by the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), the agency is willing to consider accommodating the Government's lien on telecommunications borrowers' systems in an expedited manner based on the financial strength of the borrowers operations. The information collected for lien accommodation requests is used by RUS to ascertain a borrower's level of financial stability and, upon agency approval of the lien accommodation, ensures the government's loan security interest is protected.
202007-1225-001CF Applicant Background Questionnaire DOL/DM Active
RCF Recertification
Applicant Background Questionnaire

Key Information

Received 2020-07-27
Concluded 2020-07-27
Expires 2023-08-31
Action Approved
OMB Control # 3046-0046
Previous ICR 201705-1225-015CF
202007-1091-001CF DOI Use of Demographic Information on Applicants Form DOI/OEO Active
RCF Recertification
DOI Use of Demographic Information on Applicants Form

Key Information

Received 2020-07-27
Concluded 2020-07-27
Expires 2023-08-31
Action Approved
OMB Control # 3046-0046
Previous ICR 201705-1091-002CF
202007-1505-001CF Collection of Demographic Information TREAS/DO Active
RCF Recertification
Collection of Demographic Information

Key Information

Received 2020-07-27
Concluded 2020-07-27
Expires 2023-08-31
Action Approved
OMB Control # 3046-0046
Previous ICR 201901-1505-001CF
202007-2070-002 TSCA Existing Chemical Risk Evaluation and Management; Generic ICR for Interviews and Focus Groups EPA/OCSPP Active
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
TSCA Existing Chemical Risk Evaluation and Management; Generic ICR for Interviews and Focus Groups

Key Information

Received 2020-07-24
Concluded 2022-02-28
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 2070-0219
Previous ICR 202004-2070-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

15 USC 2601 et seq. (View Law)

Abstract

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) intends to initiate a new voluntary information collection for chemical industry research involving focus groups, one-on-one interviews, and other structured discussions to provide more comprehensive and accurate information to inform the risk evaluation and risk management of existing chemicals as required under section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). In 2016, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act (LCSA), which updated TSCA, was signed into law. Under TSCA, EPA must prioritize chemical substances for risk evaluation; conduct risk evaluations to determine whether chemical substances present unreasonable risk; and manage any unreasonable risks found to be presented, all under strict statutory deadlines. Many of these chemicals may have multiple conditions of use that fall under EPA’s authority under TSCA. Under TSCA, for each chemical substance evaluated, EPA must evaluate hazards and exposures. The purpose of this ICR is to help fill data gaps for EPA’s risk evaluations and risk management of existing chemicals under section 6 of TSCA. In accordance with TSCA section 26, EPA must make TSCA section 6 risk evaluation and risk management decisions consistent with the best available science and based on the weight of the scientific evidence. To carry out its statutory obligations, EPA needs sufficient information about chemicals undergoing risk evaluation and risk management, including information related to the chemicals’ conditions of use, hazards, exposures, potentially exposed or susceptible sub-populations, health and environmental effects, benefits, reasonably ascertainable economic consequences, alternatives, and other information. The collection of such information is subject to TSCA’s strict statutory time frames (set forth in section 6). Therefore, EPA is seeking approval for a generic information collection request (ICR) to conduct interviews and focus groups of chemical users, processors, distributors, manufacturers (including importers), and recyclers, chemical waste handlers, consumers of chemical-containing products, employees who may be exposed to the chemical evaluated, state and local regulators, non-governmental organizations, industry experts, and knowledgeable members of the public (including potentially exposed or susceptible sub-populations) related to information collection for TSCA chemical risk evaluation and risk management. As appropriate, under this ICR EPA would collect data in several ways, such as interviews and focus groups. This research would consist of open-ended structured discussions or interviews with individuals or small groups of individuals, and therefore can provide in-depth information. These information collection efforts are intended to supplement other reasonably available information on chemicals in commerce and will provide support for the Agency’s policy and regulatory activities regarding existing chemicals under TSCA section 6. Data collected under this generic clearance may be used in several ways during the risk evaluation and risk management processes, including establishing generic scenarios, developing models of various conditions of use of chemicals evaluated under TSCA or their alternatives, pretesting survey questions, and providing important context for publicly available information already available to EPA. By learning more about the conditions of use, hazards, exposures, potentially exposed or susceptible sub-populations, health and environmental effects, benefits, reasonably ascertainable economic consequences, alternatives, and other information for chemicals being evaluated or regulated, EPA would be able to more precisely and effectively carry out its risk evaluation and risk management obligations under TSCA.
202007-2060-004 NESHAP for Rubber Tire Manufacturing (40 CFR part 63, subpart XXXX) - Final Rule EPA/OAR Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
NESHAP for Rubber Tire Manufacturing (40 CFR part 63, subpart XXXX) - Final Rule

Key Information

Received 2020-07-24
Concluded 2022-02-23
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2060-0449
Previous ICR 201903-2060-002

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 7401 et seq (View Law)

Abstract

Concurrent to the residual risk and technology reviews for the NESHAP, the EPA is finalizing amendments that remove exemptions for startup, shutdown, and malfunctions so that affected facilities would be subject to the emission standards at all times, and add electronic reporting requirements. This ICR documents the reporting and recordkeeping requirements and burden imposed by the rule - both the requirements that were previously promulgated and retained, as well as the final amendments.
202007-0575-002CF SF 424 Application for Federal Assistance USDA/RHS Active
RCF New
SF 424 Application for Federal Assistance

Key Information

Received 2020-07-22
Concluded 2020-07-28
Expires 2022-12-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0004
202007-0575-005CF SF LLL Certification of Non-Lobbying Activities or Disclosure of Lobbying Activities USDA/RHS Active
RCF New
SF LLL Certification of Non-Lobbying Activities or Disclosure of Lobbying Activities

Key Information

Received 2020-07-22
Concluded 2020-07-28
Expires 2022-02-28
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0013
202007-0575-001CF SF 424A, “Budget Information – Non-Construction Programs” USDA/RHS Active
RCF New
SF 424A, “Budget Information – Non-Construction Programs”

Key Information

Received 2020-07-22
Concluded 2020-07-28
Expires 2022-02-28
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0006
202007-0575-004CF SF 3881 ACH Vendor/Miscellaneous Payment Enrollment Form USDA/RHS Active
RCF New
SF 3881 ACH Vendor/Miscellaneous Payment Enrollment Form

Key Information

Received 2020-07-22
Concluded 2020-09-17
Expires 2022-08-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 1530-0069
202007-0575-003CF SF 424B Assurances – Non-Construction Programs USDA/RHS Active
RCF New
SF 424B Assurances – Non-Construction Programs

Key Information

Received 2020-07-22
Concluded 2020-07-28
Expires 2022-02-28
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0007
201911-0575-001 7 CFR 1942-A, Community Facility Loans USDA/RHS Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
7 CFR 1942-A, Community Facility Loans

Key Information

Received 2020-07-22
Concluded 2021-12-03
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 0575-0015
Previous ICR 201702-0575-001

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

7 USC 1926 (View Law)

Abstract

This regulation promulgates the policies and procedures for making and processing Community Facilities Loans.
202007-2008-001 Filter Adoption Survey (New) EPA/RODENVER Active
New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
Filter Adoption Survey (New)

Key Information

Received 2020-07-15
Concluded 2020-09-10
Expires 2025-05-31
Action Approved with change
OMB Control # 2008-0003

Federal Register Notices

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

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 300f. (View Law)

Abstract

The U.S. EPA granted Denver Water a SDWA 1415(a)(3) variance from the definition of optimal corrosion control treatment in 40 CFR 141.2. The Variance contains requirements to determine the efficacy of the filter program. EPA will use the survey results that Denver Water annually distributes, to determine the consumer filter adoption rate, and to confirm whether customers are using and maintaining the filters correctly, and per manufacturers instructions.
202007-2060-002 NESHAP for Integrated Iron and Steel Manufacturing (40 CFR Part 63, Subpart FFFFF) (Final Rule) EPA/OAR Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
NESHAP for Integrated Iron and Steel Manufacturing (40 CFR Part 63, Subpart FFFFF) (Final Rule)

Key Information

Received 2020-07-13
Concluded 2023-09-05
Expires 2026-09-30
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2060-0517
Previous ICR 201908-2060-007

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 7401 et seq (View Law)

Abstract

This action finalizes the residual risk and technology review (RTR) conducted for the Integrated Iron and Steel Manufacturing Facilities source category regulated under national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP). The Agency found that risks due to emissions of air toxics from this source category are acceptable and that the current NESHAP provides an ample margin of safety to protect public health. Under the technology review, we found no developments in practices, processes, or control technologies that necessitate revision of the standards. In addition, we are taking final action to establish emission standards for mercury in response to a 2004 administrative petition for reconsideration which minimizes emissions by limiting the amount of mercury per ton of metal scrap used. We also are removing exemptions for periods of startup, shutdown, and malfunction (SSM) consistent with a 2008 court decision, and clarifying that the emissions standards apply at all times; adding electronic reporting of performance test results and compliance reports; and making minor corrections and clarifications for a few other rule provisions. These amendments require electronic reporting; remove the SSM exemptions; and impose other revisions that affect reporting and recordkeeping for integrated iron and steel facilities. We are also promulgating standards for mercury that require facilities to certify the type of steel scrap they use or conduct a performance test. This information is collected to assure compliance with 40 CFR part 63, subpart FFFFF.
202007-3139-002CF Application for Federal Assistance FFIEC Active
RCF New
Application for Federal Assistance

Key Information

Received 2020-07-13
Concluded 2020-07-18
Expires 2022-12-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0004
202007-3139-003CF Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs FFIEC Active
RCF New
Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs

Key Information

Received 2020-07-13
Concluded 2020-07-18
Expires 2022-02-28
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 4040-0006
202007-1860-001CF Demographics Information on Applicants ED/OCO Active
RCF No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
Demographics Information on Applicants

Key Information

Received 2020-07-13
Concluded 2020-07-20
Expires 2020-07-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 3046-0046
Previous ICR 202005-1860-001CF
202007-2060-001 NESHAP for Site Remediation (40 CFR part 63, subpart GGGGG) (Final Rule) EPA/OAR Historical Active
Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection
NESHAP for Site Remediation (40 CFR part 63, subpart GGGGG) (Final Rule)

Key Information

Received 2020-07-10
Concluded 2022-02-23
Expires 2025-03-31
Action Approved without change
OMB Control # 2060-0534
Previous ICR 201911-2060-003

Federal Register Notices

60-Day FRN View Notice

Authorizing Statutes

42 USC 7401 et seq. (View Law)

Abstract

The amendments to this information collection request (ICR) are a result of the review of the existing NESHAP for Site Remediation (40 CFR part 63, subpart GGGGG) as required by the Clean Air Act (CAA). The NESHAP published at 40 CFR part 63, subpart GGGGG were July 30, 2002, promulgated on October 8, 2003, and amended on November 29, 2006. These regulations apply to site remediation activities that clean up materials containing organic hazardous air pollutants (HAP), where the site remediation is co-located at any facility with one or more stationary source that emit HAP, and where the facility is a major source of HAP. Major sources of HAP are sources that emit any single HAP at a rate of 10 tons or more per year or any combination of HAP at a rate of 25 tons or more per year. Site remediation activities may potentially occur at any facility where materials containing organic HAP currently are or have been stored, processed, treated, or otherwise managed at the facility. The types of businesses most likely to be subject to this rule include, but are not limited to, organic liquid storage terminals, petroleum refineries, chemical manufacturing facilities, and manufacturing facilities using organic materials. New facilities include those that commenced construction, modification or reconstruction after the date of proposal. This information is being collected to assure compliance with 40 CFR part 63, subpart GGGGG. In general, all NESHAP standards require initial notification reports, performance tests, and periodic reports by the owners/operators of the affected facilities. They are also required to maintain records of the occurrence and duration of any startup, shutdown, or malfunction in the operation of an affected facility, or any period during which the monitoring system is inoperative. These notifications, reports, and records are essential in determining compliance, and are required of all affected facilities subject to NESHAP. The rulemaking amends title 40, chapter I, part 63, subpart GGGGG revising the leak detection and repair (LDAR) requirements. In addition, the final amendments also add requirements for each pressure relief devices (PRD) in the event that a pressure relief device releases HAP to the atmosphere due to actuation of the device. Information related to these new provisions is required to be submitted in the semiannual reports required by the existing NESHAP. Burden changes associated with these final amendments would result from new recordkeeping and reporting requirements associated with the LDAR and PRD requirements for all facilities subject to subpart GGGGG.

Why They Are Important

ICRs play a vital role in ensuring transparency and accountability in federal data collection. When federal agencies collect information from 10 or more "persons" (which includes individuals, businesses, and state, local, and tribal governments), they must submit an ICR to ensure that it fulfills their statutory missions, avoids unnecessary or duplicative requests, and minimizes burden on the American public. Additionally, Federal Register Notices (FRNs) and the opportunity for public comments provide a formal way for the public to be informed of proposed ICRs and participate in the process.

ICRs also serve as a key resource for tracking changes to federal data collections. The availability of detailed documentation, such as data collection instruments and methodologies, allows the general public to identify revisions in a timely manner. These may include revisions prompted by Executive Orders or statistical policies like OMB's Statistical Policy Directive No. 15 (SPD 15), which are often submitted as "nonsubstantive" or "nonmaterial" changes to a currently approved collection.[1] Furthermore, ICRs can help determine if a data collection has expired without renewal or has been intentionally discontinued. By reviewing ICRs, the public can better understand what data is being collected, how it evolves over time, and whether data collections have become inactive–often in response to shifting priorities and updated standards.

How To Use The Tool

The ICR tracking tool offers a user-friendly view of ICRs that have been recently submitted, reviewed, or are nearing expiration. By aggregating key data from individual ICRs, the tool allows users to view the current status of each request, including submission, conclusion, and expiration dates, details on whether any changes were made, authorizing statutes, and more. Users can search for specific information and filter results based on various criteria. If seeking additional information, various text fields are hyperlinked to the full ICR on RegInfo.gov and associated resources. The tool is updated on a daily basis to reflect the most current information available. Column descriptions are available below the table.

Column Name

Definition

Categories Include

ICRReferenceNumber

The ICR Reference Number uniquely identifies each ICR review. This number is assigned by the OIRA system when the ICR is created.

ICR Reference Numbers are formatted YYYYMM-NNNN-XXX where YYYYMM is the month of origin, NNNN is the agency/subagency code, and XXX is a 3 digit sequential number assigned per creation per month.

N/A

ICRTitle

The title of the information collection. If the submission is a revision to a currently approved collection, the title is the name of the overall collection rather than the name of the change taking place.

N/A

DateReceived

The date OIRA received the ICR submission from the agency.

N/A

OMBControl

OIRA assigns an OMB Control Number to an Information Collection Request (ICR) upon its first arrival. The same OMB Control Number is used for each review of the ICR.

OMB Control Numbers are formatted NNNN-XXXX, where the NNNN is the agency/subagency code, and the XXXX is a sequential number uniquely identifying the Collection within the agency/subagency’s ICRs.

N/A

DateReceived

The date OIRA received the ICR submission from the agency.

N/A

PreviousICRReferenceNumber

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

N/A

AgencySubagency

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

N/A

Abstract

A brief statement describing the need for the collection of information and how it will be used.

N/A

RequestType

Describes the purpose of the agency's submission.

  • "Extension without change of a currently approved collection"
  • "Existing collection in use without an OMB Control Number"
  • "Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection"
  • "New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)"
  • "No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection"
  • "Revision of a currently approved collection"
  • "Reinstatement without change of a previously approved collection"
  • "RCF Recertification"
  • "RCF No Material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection"
  • "RCF New"

TypeOfReviewRequest

Indicates the specific type of action being requested for review.

  • "Regular"
  • "Emergency"
  • "Delegated"

Status

Indicates the current stage of the ICR in OIRA's review process.

  • "Received in OIRA" for ICRs currently under review by OIRA
  • "Active" for ICRs that are currently approved for use by agencies
  • "Historical Active" for previous reviews of ICRs that are currently in the active inventory
  • "Historical Inactive" for previous reviews of ICRs that are not currently in the active inventory
  • "PreApproved" for ICRs that will become active once the Final Rule of their associated rulemaking has been published

ConcludedDate

The date OIRA completed its review of the ICR.

N/A

ConclusionAction

OIRA's final decision about the ICR.

  • “Comment filed on Interim Final Rule”
  • “Comment filed on Interim Final Rule and continue”
  • “Disapproved”
  • “Approved without change”
  • “Approved with change”
  • “Comment filed on proposed rule”
  • “Preapproved”
  • “Withdrawn”
  • “Withdrawn and continue”
  • “Not subject to PRA”
  • “Not subject to PRA and continue”
  • “Improperly submitted”
  • “Improperly submitted and continue”
  • “Delegated”
  • “Comment filed on proposed rule and continue”
  • “Disapproved and continue”
  • “Returned - Improperly Submitted”
  • “Returned to Agency for Reconsideration”
  • “Returned - Outside Generic Clearance”
  • “Approved”

CurrentExpirationDate

The date the ICR is set to expire unless it is renewed.

N/A

AuthorizingStatues

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

N/A

AuthorizingStatuesDetails

Additional details about the legal authority for the information collection, including a URL linking to the full text.

N/A

CitationsForNewStatutoryRequirements

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

N/A

FederalRegisterNotices

Lists citations of 60-day and 30-day notices published in the Federal Register.

N/A

PublicCommentsReceived

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

N/A

InformationCollections

Lists the individual information collections associated with the ICR. Each collection includes metadata such as the title, a URL to the collection, the form number (if applicable), and a URL to the form.

N/A

RequestType Filters

1. Select "New collection (Request for an OMB Control Number)" for collections that had not previously been used or sponsored by the agency.

2. Select "Extension without change or a currently approved collection" for collections where the agency wished only to extend the approval of an active collection past its current expiration date without making any material change in the collection instrument, instructions, frequency of collection, or the use to which the information is to be put.

3. Select "Revision of a currently approved collection" for collections where the agency request included a material change to the collection instrument, instructions, its frequency of collection, or the use to which the information is to be put.

4. Select "Reinstatement without change of a previously approved collection" for collections which previously had OMB approval, but the approval had expired or was discontinued before this submission was made, and there is no change to the collection.

5. Select "Reinstatement with change of a previously approved collection" for collections which previously had OMB approval, but the approval has expired or was discontinued before this submission was made, and there is some change to the collection.

6. Select "Existing collection in use without OMB control number" when the collection is currently in use but does not have an OMB control number.

7. Select "No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection" for collections which introduce minor changes to the ICR, but do not extend the expiration date of the collection.

8. Select "RCF No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection" for RCF collections that introduce changes to the usage of an active RCF.

9. Select "RCF New" for RCF collections that are the initial usage of the Common Form Host ICR by the using agency.

10. Select "RCF Recertification" for RCF collections that had been recertified due to changes in its related Common Form Host ICR.

[1] "Nonsubstantive" and "nonmaterial" changes introduce minor modifications to the ICR but do not extend the collection's expiration date or require a public comment period.

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