Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collections;
Comment Requests; Information Requirements for Importation of
Nonconforming Vehicles; EPA ICR No. 0010.11, OMB Control No. 2060-0095;
Emission Control System Performance Warranty Regulations and Voluntary
Aftermarket Part Certification Program, EPA ICR No. 116.08, OMB Control
No. 2060-0060; and Motor Vehicle and Engine Compliance Program Fees,
EPA ICR 2080.03, OMB Control No. 2060-0545
[Federal Register: September 14, 2006 (Volume 71, Number 178)]
[Notices]
[Page 54280-54282]
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
[EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0740, EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0741, and EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0742;
FRL-8219-8]
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collections;
Comment Requests; Information Requirements for Importation of
Nonconforming Vehicles; EPA ICR No. 0010.11, OMB Control No. 2060-0095;
Emission Control System Performance Warranty Regulations and Voluntary
Aftermarket Part Certification Program, EPA ICR No. 116.08, OMB Control
No. 2060-0060; and Motor Vehicle and Engine Compliance Program Fees,
EPA ICR 2080.03, OMB Control No. 2060-0545
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
ACTION: Notice.
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SUMMARY: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) (44
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this document announces that EPA is planning to
submit a request to renew three existing approved Information
Collection Requests (ICRs) to the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB). These ICRs are scheduled to expire on March 31, 2007. Before
submitting the ICRs to OMB for review and approval, EPA is soliciting
comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collections as
described below.
DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before November 13, 2006.
ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by the Docket ID numbers
provided for each item in the text, by one of the following methods:
? http://www.regulations.gov: Follow the on-line instructions for
submitting comments.
? Fax: (202) 566-1741.
? Mail: Environmental Protection Agency, EPA Docket Center
(EPA/DC), Air and Radiation Docket, Mailcode 6102T, 1200 Pennsylvania
Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460.
? Hand Delivery: Docket Center, (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room
B102, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW., Washington, DC. Such deliveries are
only accepted during the Docket's normal hours of operation, and
special arrangements should be made for deliveries of boxed
information.
Instructions: Direct your comments identified by the Docket ID
numbers provided for each item in the text. EPA's policy is that all
comments received will be included in the public docket without change and
may be made available online at http://www.regulations.gov, including
any personal information provided, unless the comment includes information
claimed to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other
information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. Do not submit
information that you consider to be CBI or otherwise protected through
http://www.regulations.gov or e-mail. The www.regulations.gov Web
site is an ``anonymous access'' system, which means EPA will not know your
identity or contact information unless you provide it in the body of
your comment. If you send an e-mail comment directly to EPA without
going through http://www.regulations.gov your e-mail address
will be automatically captured and included as part of the comment that is
placed in the public docket and made available on the Internet. If you
submit an electronic comment, EPA recommends that you include your name
and other contact information in the body of your comment and with any
disk or CD-ROM you submit. If EPA cannot read your comment due to
technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA
may not be able to consider your comment. Electronic files should avoid
the use of special characters, any form of encryption, and be free of
any defects or viruses. For additional information about EPA's public
docket visit the EPA Docket Center homepage at
http://www.epa.gov/epahome/dockets.htm.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lynn Sohacki, Compliance and
Innovative Strategies Division, Office of Transportation and Air
Quality, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2000 Traverwood, Ann
Arbor, Michigan 48105; telephone number: 734-214-4851; fax number: 734-
214-4869; e-mail address: sohacki.lynn@epa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
How Can I Access the Docket and/or Submit Comments?
EPA has established a public docket for each of the ICRs identified
in this document (see the Docket ID numbers for each ICR that are
provided in the text) which is available for online viewing at
http://www.regulations.gov, or in person viewing at the Air Docket
in the EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution
Ave., NW., Washington, DC. The EPA/DC Public Reading Room is open from
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The
telephone number for the Reading Room is 202-566-1744, and the
telephone number for the Air Docket is 202-566-1742.
Use http://www.regulations.gov to obtain a copy of the draft collection
of information, submit or view public comments, access the index listing
of the contents of the docket, and to access those documents in the
public docket that are available electronically. Once in the system,
select ``search,'' then key in the docket ID number identified in this
document.
What Information Is EPA Particularly Interested in?
Pursuant to section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the PRA, EPA specifically
solicits comments and information to enable it to:
(i) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Agency,
including whether the information will have practical utility;
(ii) Evaluate the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden
of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of
the methodology and assumptions used;
(iii) Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information
to be collected; and
(iv) Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those
who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or
other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic
submission of responses. In particular, EPA is requesting comments from
very small businesses (those that employ less than 25) on examples of
specific additional efforts that EPA could make to reduce the paperwork
burden for very small businesses affected by this collection.
What Should I Consider When I Prepare My Comments for EPA?
You may find the following suggestions helpful for preparing your
comments:
1. Explain your views as clearly as possible and provide specific
examples.
2. Describe any assumptions that you used.
3. Provide copies of any technical information and/or data you used
that support your views.
4. If you estimate potential burden or costs, explain how you
arrived at the estimate that you provide.
5. Offer alternative ways to improve the collection activity.
6. Make sure to submit your comments by the deadline identified
under DATES.
7. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, be sure to identify the docket
ID number
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assigned to this action in the subject line on the first page of your
response. You may also provide the name, date, and Federal Register
citation.
What Is the Next Step in the Process for These ICRs?
EPA will consider the comments received and amend the ICR as
appropriate. The final ICR package will then be submitted to OMB for
review and approval pursuant to 5 CFR 1320.12. At that time, EPA will
issue another Federal Register notice pursuant to 5 CFR
1320.5(a)(1)(iv) to announce the submission of the ICR to OMB and the
opportunity to submit additional comments to OMB. If you have any
questions about this ICR or the approval process, please contact the
technical person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.
What Information Collection Activities or ICRs Does This Apply to?
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0740
Affected entities: Importers (including Independent Commercial
Importers) of light duty vehicles or engines, light duty trucks or
engines, and highway motorcycles or engines.
Title: Information Collection Request Renewal for Importation of
Nonconforming Vehicles.
ICR numbers: EPA ICR No. 0010.11, OMB Control No. 2060-0095.
ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on March 31,
2007. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not
required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays
a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA's
regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the Federal
Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, and are displayed
either by publication in the Federal Register or by other appropriate
means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if
applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA
regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9.
Abstract: Importers into the U.S. of light duty vehicles, light
duty trucks, and on road motorcycles, or the corresponding engines, are
required to report and keep records regarding the imports. The
collection of this information is mandatory to insure compliance with
Federal emissions requirements. Joint EPA and U.S. Customs Service
regulations at 40 CFR 85.1501 et seq., 19 CFR 1273, and 19 CFR 1774,
promulgated under the authority of Clean Air Act sections 203 and 208,
give authority for the collection of this information. The information
is used by program personnel to ensure that all Federal emissions
requirements are met, and by State regulatory agencies, businesses, and
individuals to verify whether vehicles are in compliance. Any
information submitted to the Agency for which a claim of
confidentiality is made is safeguarded according to policies set forth
in title 40, chapter 1, part 2, subpart B--Confidentiality of Business
Information (see 40 CFR part 2), and the public is not permitted access
to information containing personal or organizational identifiers.
Burden Statement
The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate,
which is only briefly summarized here:
Estimated total number of potential respondents: 12,000.
Frequency of response: On occasion.
Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent: 1.
Estimated total annual burden hours: 10,216 hours.
Estimated total annual costs: $538,335. This includes an estimated
burden cost of $431,765 and an estimated cost of $106,570 for capital
investment or maintenance and operational costs.
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0741
Affected entities: Manufacturers or builders of automotive
aftermarket parts who seek voluntary EPA certification of an
aftermarket part or parts.
Title: Emission Control System Performance Warranty Regulations and
Voluntary Aftermarket Part Certification Program.
ICR numbers: EPA ICR No. 0116.07, OMB Control No. 2060-0060.
ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on May 31,
2007. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not
required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays
a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for EPA's
regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the Federal
Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, and are displayed
either by publication in the Federal Register or by other appropriate
means, such as on the related collection instrument or form, if
applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA
regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9.
Abstract: Under Section 206(a) of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C.
7521), on-highway engine and vehicle manufacturers may not legally
introduce their products into U.S. commerce unless EPA has certified
that their production complies with applicable emission standards. Per
section 207(a), original vehicle manufacturers must warrant that
vehicles are free from defects in materials and workmanship that would
cause the vehicle not to comply with emission regulations during its
useful life. Section 207(a) directs EPA to provide certification to
those manufacturers or builders of automotive aftermarket parts that
demonstrate that the installation and use of their products will not
cause failure of the engine or vehicle to comply with emission
standards. An aftermarket part is any part offered for sale for
installation in or on a motor vehicle after such vehicle has left the
vehicle manufacturer's production line (40 CFR 85.2113(b)).
Participation in the aftermarket certification program is voluntary.
Aftermarket part manufacturers or builders (manufacturers) electing to
participate conduct emission and durability testing as described in 40
CFR part 85, subpart V, and submit data about their products and
testing procedures.
The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate,
which is only briefly summarized here:
Estimated total number of potential respondents: 1.
Frequency of response: On occasion.
Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent: 1.
Estimated total annual burden hours: 547.
Estimated total annual costs: $19,519. This includes an estimated
burden cost of $18,209 and an estimated cost of $1,519 for capital
investment or maintenance and operational costs.
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0742
Affected entities: Manufacturers or importers of passenger cars,
motorcycles, light trucks, heavy duty truck engines, and non-road
vehicles or engines required to receive a certificate of conformity
from EPA prior to selling or introducing these products into commerce
in the U.S.
Title: Information Collection Request Renewal for Motor Vehicle and
Engine Compliance Program Fees.
ICR numbers: EPA ICR No. 2080.03, OMB Control No. 2060-0545.
ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on March 31,
2007. An Agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not
required to respond to, a collection of information, unless it displays
a currently valid OMB control number. The OMB control numbers for
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EPA's regulations in title 40 of the CFR, after appearing in the
Federal Register when approved, are listed in 40 CFR part 9, and are
displayed either by publication in the Federal Register or by other
appropriate means, such as on the related collection instrument or
form, if applicable. The display of OMB control numbers in certain EPA
regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR part 9.
Abstract: As required by the Clean Air Act, EPA has regulations
establishing emission standards and other requirements for various
classes of vehicles and engines. These regulations require that
compliance be demonstrated prior to EPA granting a ``Certificate of
Conformity''. EPA charges fees for administering this certification
program; in 2004 the fees program was expanded to include non-road
categories of vehicles and engines, such as several categories of
marine engines, locomotives, non-road recreational vehicles, and many
non-road compression-ignition and spark-ignition engines. Manufacturers
and importers of covered vehicles and engines are required to pay the
applicable certification fees prior to their certification applications
being reviewed. This ICR estimates the paperwork burden of complying
with this fees requirement.
Burden Statement
The ICR provides a detailed explanation of the Agency's estimate,
which is only briefly summarized here:
Estimated total number of potential respondents: 290.
Frequency of response: On occasion.
Estimated total average number of responses for each respondent: 7.35.
Estimated total annual burden hours: 2,132 hours.
Estimated total annual costs: $85,541. This includes an estimated
burden cost of $76,840 and an estimated cost of $8,701 for maintenance
and operational costs.
Dated: September 6, 2006.
Janet Cohen,
Acting Director, Compliance and Innovative Strategies Division.
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