Appendix C - High Risk Transactions

Agency Bureau Name Description Description of Partners Number of Respondents Completion Date Post 10/2003 E-Sign
DOI MMS Non-proprietary copies of Environmental Impact Statements MMS/OMM sends non-proprietary copies of Environmental Impact Statements (as per National Environmental Policy Act) to a "required" and "requested" distribution list (including Federal Libraries and State Offices). Federal and State Government 300 (10 required + others) 10/2002   Yes
DOI MMS Paper Well Log requests through Public Information The MMS/OMM Public Information Office processes requests from industry and the public for copies of non-proprietary Well Log Data (for example the GOMR office receives approximately 35,000 such requests). Oil and Gas operators, service companies and data vendors, Independent Oil and Gas consultants 50 10/2002   No
DOI MMS Non-proprietary copies of certain APD's and Sundries - OMB#1010-0044, 0045, 0131 MMS/OMM sends non-proprietary copies of certain APD's and Sundries (Forms MMS-123, 123S, 124) to certain State Governor's Offices for "8g" wells (wells drilled near coastal state boundaries). State Government 3 (Louisiana, California, Alaska) 10/2002   Yes
DOI MMS Non-proprietary copies of Exploration Plans and Development Plans - OMB#1010-0049 MMS/OMM sends non-proprietary copies of certain Exploration Plans and Development Plans (30CFR250,Subpart B) to US Fish and Wildlife Services, US National Marine Fisheries, DoD-Eglin AFB, State Coastal Zone Management and Governor's Offices. Federal and State Government 17 - (3 Federal, 7 State Gov, 7 State CZM offices 10/2003   Yes
DOI MMS Non-proprietary copies of Pipeline Right of Way applications - OMB#1010-0050 MMS/OMM sends non-proprietary copies of certain Pipeline Right of Way applications (30CFR250 Subpart L) to US Fish and Wildlife Services, US National Marine Fisheries, State Coastal Zone Management Offices. Federal, State, Local Governments, Native American Tribes, Commercial firms and Property owners 16 - (2 Federal, 7 State Gov, 7 State CZM offices 10/2003   Yes
DOI MMS Non-proprietary copies of Exploration Plans and Development Plans - OMB#1010-0049 MMS/OMM sends non-proprietary copies of Structural Removal Applications (30CF250,Subpart I) to US National Marine Fisheries. Federal Government 1 10/2003   Yes
DOI NPS Secretary's Guidelines and Standards for treatment of Historic Properties The NPS is responsible under the National Historic Preservation Act for promulgating standards for preserving historic properties. Federal, State, Local and Foreign Governments, Native American Tribes, Consulting firms and Property owners 1,000 09/2001   No
DOI NPS Standards for Computer Assisted Drawings to Record Structures The NPS Historic American Buildings/Historic American Engineering Record is responsible for setting standards to record historically and architecterally significant structures with precise measured drawings. Federal, State, Local, Foreign, Native American Tribe, Consulting firms, Property owners 750 09/2001   No
DOI NPS Antiquities Act of 1906 by Ronald L. Lee The NPS is responsible for ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Antiquities Act. This publication explains the applicability of the Act. Federal, State, Local, Foreign,Native American Tribe, Consultant firms 500 09/2001   No
DOI NPS Public Use Reporting Survey Collect data in order to report public use of NPS facilities.   2,000 N/A Surveys are done in person therefore automating the transaction is not practical. No
DOI OSM AVSDG.OSMRE.GOV The OSM Applicant Violator System disseminates information related to: Rules and Regulations Governing Permit-Specific Ownership and Control, Multiple Entities, Interstate and Intrastate Companies; Customer-User Assistance; and System Access Downloadable Software.   600 06/2001   No
DOI OSM http://www.osmre.gov/zamlis.htm The OSM Abandoned Mined Lands Inventory System directly supports Title IV of the Bureau mandate to facilitate environmental reclamation of lands mined prior to 1977 SMCRA enactment. On the ground site coordinates, graphic maps, congressional districts, and reclamation costs are publically disseminated. Government: Federal, State, Local, Foreign, Native American Tribe Governments Businesses: Legal, Environmentalists, Construction, Coal Mining General Public, Coalfield Resident 1,000+ 09/2001   No
Agency Bureau Name Description Description of Respondents Number of Respondents OMB Control Numbers Completion Date Post 10/2003 Electronic Signature
DOI BIA Student Transportation Form This information collection is needed to collect transportation mileage for Bureau-funded schools for the purpose of allocating transportation funds and for fiscal accountability and administrative planning. State, Local or Tribal Government 116 1076-0134 09/2002   Yes - Date TBD
DOI BIA A Reporting System for P.L. 102-477 Demonstration Project This information collection is needed to document satisfactory compliance with statutory requirements of the various integrated programs. P.L. 102-477 authorizes tribal governments to integrate federally funded programs into a single coordinated comprehensive service delivery plan. Funding agencies include the Department of the Interior, Department of Labor and Department of Health and Human Services. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is statutorily requested to serve as the lead agency. Section 11 of this Act requires that the Interior make available a single universal report format which shall be used by tribes. State, Local or Tribal Government 37 1076-0135 09/2002   Yes
DOI BIA Class III Gaming Procedures 25 CFR 522 This information collection is needed to assure that Class III gaming procedures are conducted in accordance with (1) GRA (2) Applicable State Laws, (3) Federal Law, and (4) The United States trust obligations. State, Local or Tribal Government 12 1076-0149 10/2001   No
DOI BIA Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans 25 CFR 290 This information collection is needed to assure that net gaming revenues are used (1) to fund-tribal government operations and programs, (2) to provide for the general welfare of the Indian tribe and its members, (3) to promote tribal economic development, (4) to donate to charitable organizations, and (5) to fund operations of local government agencies. State, Local or Tribal Government 50 1076-0152 10/2001   Yes
DOI BIA Grazing Permits 25 CFR 166 Requirements for information submitted in administering grazing permits on tribal and individual Indian lands. Individuals or households 1000 1076-0157 10/2003   Yes
DOI BIA Probate of Indian Estates, Except for Members of the Five Civilized Tribes 25 CFR 15 Requirements for probating Indian decedents' estates which allow for the record-keeping, administration, oversight and processing of Indian decedents' estates by the Department of the Interior. Individuals or households 3164 1076-0156 12/31/00   Yes - Date TBD
DOI BIA Tribal Colleges and Universities Grant Application Form -- 25 CFR 41 This information collection form is required under 25 CFR 273.50 for a quantitative evaluation of the effectiveness of this program in meeting stated objectives contained within the educational plan. Not-for-profit institutions 26 1076-0018 Unknown BIA is assessing the cost of conversion. Also format for collecting information electronically is being defined. Consider combining OMB Control Numbers 1076-0018, 1076-0096, 1076-0105. Yes
DOI BIA Electrical Service Application -- 25 CFR 175 This information collection is used to determine the consumer's electrical need. It will be used to determine consumption costs. Individuals or households 4750 1076-0021 Unknown Currently considering plan to offer electronic alternative. Yes
DOI BIA Education Contracts under Johnson-O'Malley Act Application and Regulatory Requirements This information collection is required under 25 CFR 273.50 for a quantitative evaluation of the program's effectiveness in meeting stated objectives contained within the educational plan. Not-for-profit institutions 360 1076-0096 Unknown BIA is assessing the cost of conversion. Also format for collecting information electronically is being defined. Consider combining OMB Control Numbers 1076-0018, 1076-0096, 1076-0105. Yes
DOI BIA Tribal Colleges and Universities Annual Report Form -- 25 CFR 41 This information collection form is required under 25 CFR 273.50 for a quantitative evaluation of the effectiveness of this program in meeting stated objectives contained within the education plan. Not-for-profit institutions 26 1076-0105 Unknown BIA is assessing the cost of conversion. Also format for collecting information electronically is being defined. Consider combining OMB Control Numbers 1076-0018, 1076-0096, 1076-0105. Yes
DOI BIA Water Request -- 25 CFR 171 Request for irrigation water. Farms 25000 1076-0141 Unknown Currently considering plan to offer electronic alternatives. Yes - Date TBD
DOI BIA Tribal Self-Governance Program, 25 CFR Part 1000 This information collection implements the regulations for permitting the permanent establishment of tribal self-governance as authorized by the Tribal Self-Governance Act of 1994. The information collected will be used to facilitate and encourage tribes and consortia to participate in the planning, conducting and administering of those Federal programs, included, or those programs eligible for inclusion in an annual funding agreement. State, Local or Tribal Government 85 1076-0143 Unknown Currently considering plan to offer electronic alternative. Yes
DOI BIA U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Indian Service Population and Labor Force Estimate Report This information is required by Public Law 102-477, Indian Employment, Training, and Related Services Demonstration Act of 1992, section 17. The Act requires the Secretary to develop, maintain, and publish, not less than biennially, a report on the population by gender, income level, age, service area, and availability for work. Response to this collection is mandatory because it is in accordance with a public law. State, Local or Tribal Government 557 1076-0147 Unknown Survey is done biennially and provides a snapshot of employment conditions as of a certain date. Program funding are based on separate formulae. Automation may not be cost-effective. A risk/cost-benefit analysis is required to determine practicality. No
DOI BIA Request for Certificate of Degree of Indian or Alaska Native Blood, 25 CFR Part 70 This part specifies the requirements for the documentation of degree on Indian blood and uniform standards by which we may issue, amend, or invalidate a Certificate of Degree of Indian or Alaska Native Blood. The Bureau issues CDIBs to assist individuals in establishing their eligibility for programs and services based upon their status as American Indians and/or Alaska Natives. Individuals or households 287400 1076-0153 Unknown Some but not all documents could be submitted electronically. Yes - Date TBD
DOI BIA Application for Training or Employment This form requests information on the age, marital status, employment, education, and income of applicant for training or employment assistance. This information is used to determine applicant's eligibility and amount of financial assistance needed. Individuals or households 4900 1076-0062 N/A Confidentiality, need to discuss each form with applicant, verification of identity for each applicant. No
DOI BIA United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Housing Assistance Application This information collection is used to determine individual applicant eligibility for housing assistance and to determine priority status among other applicants. Respondents are individuals or married couples needing housing assistance. Individuals or households 3500 1076-0084 N/A Applicants are typically unable to access electronic means; going to tribal or bureau offices is not always easy. Manpower is not available for on-site collections. No
DOI BIA Land Acquisitions -- 25 CFR 151 Respondents are Native American tribes or individuals who request acquisitions of real property in trust status. No specific form is used, but respondents supply information and data so that the Secretary may make an evaluation and determination in accordance with established Federal factors, rules, and policies. State, Local or Tribal Government 9200 1076-0100 N/A The information requested to review an acquisition must be executed by the requestor and the BIA and maintained permanently in the record. No
DOI BIA Documented Petitions for Federal Acknowledgment as an Indian Tribe Federal tribal acknowledgment of unrecognized groups is governed by 25 CFR part 83. Anthropological, genealogical, and historical data submitted by petitioning groups demonstrate that they meet the seven regulatory criteria and are used by the BIA to prepare recommended acknowledgment determinations by the Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs. Federal Government 10 1076-0104 N/A Inadequate funding for the infrastructure and resources. No
DOI BIA Payment for Appointed Counsel in Involuntary Indian Child Custody Proceedings in State Courts -- 25 CFR 23.13 The information collected is used to determine the payment of legal fees for indigent Indian parents or custodians involved in involuntary Indian child custody proceedings in State courts and who are not eligible for legal services through other mechanisms. State, Local or Tribal Government 4 1076-0111 N/A Limited files do not warrant electronic transaction. No
DOI BIA Contents of Reassumption Petition -- 25 CFR 13.11 Part 13 of 25 CFR concerns the jurisdictional authority in child custody cases. The information requested from the tribes is used to decide the tribe's ability to exercise their jurisdiction in child custody cases. The tribes petition for reassumption of jurisdiction and submit a plan for carrying out the responsibilities of Public Law 95-608 (25 U.S.C. 1952). State, Local or Tribal Government 2 1076-0112 N/A Limited files do not warrant the expense of establishing an electronic transaction. Regulation may be on-line. No
DOI BIA Adult Education Annual Report Form The information collection is used for fiscal accountability and to direct appropriate service documentation. Information is used in administrative planning, long- and short-term goals, and analyzing and monitoring measurable objectives. State, Local or Tribal Government 70 1076-0120 N/A Format for collection of information not yet developed. No
DOI BIA Indian Child Welfare Assistance Annual Report 25 CFR 23.47 requires the collection of specific data on Indian child welfare caseload. The data is useful on a local level to the tribes and tribal organizations for case management purposes, and on a nationwide basis for planning and budgeting purposes. State, Local or Tribal Government 554 1076-0131 N/A Limited files do not merit electronic transactions. No
DOI BIA Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act Programs The Indian Self-Determination Act Program is designed to facilitate tribal control of federal programs affecting their tribe through contracting. State, Local or Tribal Government 550 1076-0136 N/A There are approximately 560 tribes, 75% of which are very small and most do not have the capability to handle an electronic data system. But more importantly, such a system would markedly decrease contacts between tribes and Bureau field staff; these contacts during contract negotiation constitute the primary means for field staff to provide much needed technical assistance to tribes, especially small tribes. No
DOI BIA Evaluation of the Performance of Trust Functions Performed by Tribes under Self Governance Compacts This information collection will be made to ensure compliance with 25 U.S.C. 458cc(d), which requires that the Secretary monitor the performance of trust functions which have been assumed under funding agreements negotiated between the Secretary and an Indian tribe. State, Local or Tribal Government 63 1076-0146 N/A Tribal consultation still needed. Even if data collection were e-collected, on-site verification is still needed, (e.g., compare a timber sale transaction to the actual site). No
DOI BIA Leases and Permits 25 CFR 162 The requirements for information submitted in administering surface leases on tribal and individual Indian lands. Individuals or households 14500 1076-0155 N/A The information requested to review a lease or permit must be executed by the requestor and the BIA and maintained permanently in the record. No
DOI BLM Trans-Alaska Pipeline System Survey of the Employee Concerns Program Testimony at Congressional hearings in 1992 and 1994 indicated that Alyeska, the contractor that operates the Trans-Alaska Pipeline system (TAPS), maintains a repressive, retaliatory atmosphere to discourage workers from raising concerns about operation of the pipeline. Congress requested that Alyeska take steps to change the culture of the pipeline work environment and asked the Joint Pipeline Office (JPO) to monitor and report on progress. JPO will use this survey to gather opinions from Alyeska and other contractor employees and supervisors about how well the Employee Concerns Program (ECP) is working. Individuals or households 1760 1004-0192 09/2001   No
DOI BLM Identification of Communications Sites Tenants and Tenant Uses BLM collects from holders of rights-of-way for communications sites on public lands the identity and type of use of any tenants. This information enables BLM to meet its statutory responsibility to collect annually from communication site grant holders the fair market value of the right-of-way. BLM uses the information to calculate the annual rent for the facility, based on the highest value use in the facility. Business or other for-profit 1500 1004-0175 09/2002   Yes
DOI/BLM BLM Land Use Application and Permit Used to determine the validity of uses of non-Federal Bureau-administered land proposed by private individuals and other qualified proponents. Business or other for-profit 620 1004-0009 10/2003   Yes
DOI/BLM BLM Oil and Gas and Geothemal Resources Leasing The regulations at 43 CFR 3100 and 3200 provide for the leasing of oil and gas and geothemal resources on Federal lands. The Bureau of Land Management needs the information to determine the highest qualified bonus bid submitted for a competitive oil and gas or geothemal parcel and to complete environmental reviews to be in compliance with the requirements of the National Environment Policy Act. Respondents are individual, small companies and large corporations who submit bids on available lands and conduct geothemal geophysical operations. Business or other for-profit 443 1004-0074 10/2003   Yes
DOI BLM Protection, Management, and Control of Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Title 43 CFR part 4700 requires specific information to be furnished by members of the public desiring to adopt wild horses and burros. This information is used to determine the qualifications of individuals desiring to adopt wild horses or burros or both and to further determine their eligibility for title to the adopted animal(s). Individuals or households 30000 1004-0042 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; however the analysis to assess the practicality of implementing an electronic alternative have not been completed so that management can project plans. Yes - Date TBD
DOI BLM Grazing Application: Grazing Schedule Permit for changing grazing use on public lands. Farms 6000 1004-0005 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/ cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Consider combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0005, 1004-0041, 1004-0051. Yes
DOI BLM 43 CFR 3860 & 3870 -- Mineral Surveys, Mineral Patent Applications, Adverse Claims, Protests, & Contests This collection is used to determine if a mineral patent applicant is entitled to receive a land patent to his mining claim(s) and/or mill site(s) pursuant to the General Mining Law of 1872, as amended. It is also used to resolve all administrative and legal challenges to the mineral patent application that arise under the General Mining Law by rival claimants, the public, or the Government. Business or other for-profit 255 1004-0025 Unknown Fee payments can be accepted electronically. The filing of the other documents and affidavits are required in original form and cannot be electronically substituted. Consider combining with OMB Control # 1004-0114. Yes
DOI BLM Grazing Preference Statement This form is used to notify permittees of the status of their grazing preference and scheduled grazing use within their 10-year permit and for permittees or lessees to propose grazing use changes on the public lands within a specified time to the Bureau of Land Management for billing purposes and program monitoring. Farms 23000 1004-0041 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/ cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0005, 1004-0041, 1004-0051. Yes
DOI BLM Actual Grazing Use Report Grazing lessees and permittees provide information on the actual amount of livestock grazing use made on public lands within a specified period of time to BLM for billing of grazing fees and for monitoring the resource conditions on public lands. Form 4130-5 is used to provide this information to BLM. Farms 15000 1004-0051 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/ cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0005, 1004-0041, 1004-0051. Yes
DOI BLM Timber Export Reporting and Substitution Determination Information is provided by timber companies that export unprocessed timber and used by BLM to determine if there was a substitution of Federal timber for exported private timber in violation of the Forest Resources Conservation and Shortage Relief Act of 1990. Business or other for-profit 90 1004-0058 Unknown Public Law 101-382 directs the BLM to publish new regulations and revise existing regulations to continue the prohibition on exportation of certain unprocessed federal timber. It is anticipated that the rewrite of the regulations will be completed in FY 20001 and will require the creation of new forms. Yes
DOI BLM Right-of-Way -- 43 CFR Parts 2800 and 2880 This collection covers the information requirements associated with the regulations at parts 2800 and 2880, which concerns information for large, complex right-of-way projects which require rights-of-way across Federal lands. The information is in addition to that collected on SF-299, the application form for right-of-way grants. Business or other for-profit 1000 1004-0107 Unknown This is not a program priority at this time. Considering combining OMB Control Number 1004-0175, 1004-0107 1004-0188, and 1004-0189 to make a more cost-effective solution. Yes
DOI BLM Recordation of Location Notices and Annual for Mining Claims, Mill Sites, and Tunnel Sites: Payments of Location and Maintenance Fees and Service Charges This information is required to implement several Acts of Congress concerning the recording of mining claims, annual maintenance of such claims, collection of statutory location and maintenance fees, and adjudication of mineral rights under the General Mining Law of 1872, the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, and the Stockraising Homestead Act Amendments of 1993. Affected persons are the owners of unpatented mining claims, mill sites, and tunnel sites located and held on public and other Federal mineral estates in the United States. Business or other for-profit 37060 1004-0114 Unknown Fee payments can be accepted electronically. The filing of the other documents, which many States require with original signatures under State laws, cannot be taken electronically until 15 western and 4 eastern States change their recording laws. Yes
DOI BLM Special Recreation Application and Permit Respondents Supply identifying information and data on proposed commercial, competitive, or individual recreational use, respectively, when required, to determine eligibility for a permit. Affected publics are those who are required to obtain a special recreation permit. This information allows the BLM to authorize requested use and determine appropriate fees. Business or other for-profit 31000 1004-0119 Unknown Conversion in progress. There are a number of attachments that must accompany signed documents. Also, e-signature not incorporated. Need to resolve implementation issues with e-signature. Yes- Date TBD
DOI BLM Cave Management: Cave Nominations and Confidential Information 43 CFR Part 37 The Federal Cave Resources Protection Act of 1988 requires identification, protection and maintenance, to the extent practical, of significant caves on lands managed by the Department of the Interior. Federal agencies must consult with caves and other interested parties to develop a listing of significant caves. This collection of information is needed by the Interior to (1) determine which caves will be listed as significant and (2) decide whether to grant access to confidential cave information. Individuals or households 60 1004-0165 Unknown Currently information is collected verbally by local caving resource specialists. Given the nature of the information collection and low volume, it is not cost-effective to automate transaction. No
DOI BLM In-Kind Crude Helium Contract This contract is required by the Helium Privatization Act of 1996, 74 Stat. 918, concerning changes to the method by which the Bureau of Land Management distributes helium to private industry. Changes to this delivery system require that the existing contract be changed. BLM will no longer sell refined helium but will sell crude helium, and private industry will, in turn, refine the helium and sell it to Federal agencies that use helium including the Department of Defense and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Business or other for-profit 14 1004-0179 Unknown We are in the planning stage. Yes
DO1 BLM Gas Well Data, Survey of Helium-Bearing Natural Gas This survey information is needed to locate and evaluate the helium resources of the United States. The data collected, along with the analyses of the gas wells, are published as an information service to the public. Respondents are owners and operators of the helium-bearing natural gas wells and transmission lines. Business or other for-profit 200 1004-0180 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; however the analysis to assess the practicality of implementing an electronic alternative have not been completed so that management can project plans. No
DOI BLM Rights-of-Way: Principles and Procedures -- 43 CFR Part 2800 Rights-of-Way under the Mineral Leasing Act -- 43 CFR Part 2880 This information is needed for BLM to administer its right-of-way program. The information will allow BLM to process plans of development for complex right-of-way projects, review and file location and project maps, adjudicate applications for reductions in cost recovery fees, properly assess rents on communication site rights-of-way, determine whether or not applicants are qualified to hold right-of-way grants, and properly determine the amount of fees that applicants and grant holders owe the United States. Business or other for-profit 4050 1004-0188 Unknown This is not a program priority at this time. Considering combining OMB Control Number 1004-0175, 1004-0107 1004-0188, and 1004-0189 to make a more cost-effective solution. Yes
DOI BLM Application for Transportation and Utility Systems and Facility Title XI of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act requires the use of a consolidated form by the Departments of Agriculture, Interior, and Transportation in connection with applications for rights-of-way. The agencies will determine the validity of uses proposed by private individuals and other qualified proponents from information provided by the proponent on the application form (SF-299). Business or other for-profit 4900 1004-0189 Unknown This is not a program priority at this time. Considering combining OMB Control Number 1004-0175, 1004-0107 1004-0188, and 1004-0189 to make a more cost-effective solution. Yes
DOI BLM Geothermal Resources Operations Data submitted by geothermal lessees and operators is used for agency approval of specific and/or additional operations on a well and to report the completion and/or progress of such additional work. Business or other for-profit 48 1004-0132 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/ cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0132 and 1004-0160. Yes
DOI BLM Sundry Notices and Reports on Wells Data submitted by oil and gas operators is used for Agency approval of specific additional operations on a well and to report the completion of such additional work. Business or other for-profit 34000 1004-0135 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Considering combining 1004-0135, 1004-0136, and 1004-0137. Yes
DOI BLM Application for Permit to Drill Data submitted by oil and gas operators is used for agency approval of proposed drilling operations through review of technical and environmental factors. Business or other for-profit 4000 1004-0136 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Considering combining 1004-0135, 1004-0136, and 1004-0137. Yes
DOI BLM Well Completion or Recompletion Report and Log Data submitted by oil and gas operators is used to report the completion of authorized wells and to outline operations that were performed on the wells. Business or other for-profit 1100 1004-0137 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Considering combining 1004-0135, 1004-0136, and 1004-0137. Yes
DOI BLM Oil and Gas Exploration and Leasing The regulations at 43 CFR parts 3100-3120 and 3150 contain procedures for obtaining a lease to explore for, develop, and produce oil and gas resources on Federal lands. The Bureau of Land Management needs the information to properly implement the procedures for issuing and monitoring oil and gas leases in accordance with the law. Respondents are oil and gas companies, operators, and individuals. Business or other for-profit 1400 1004-0145 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0145, 1004-0162, 1004-0184, and 1004-0185. Yes
DOI BLM Geothermal Leasing Reports Information on diligent efforts toward utilization of geothermal resources, bona fide efforts to produce geothermal resources, and/or significant expenditures of funds made on geothermal leases is needed to comply with the provisions of the Geothermal Steam Act Amendments of 1988 (Pub. L. 100-443). The information is needed to determine if a geothermal lessee qualifies for lease extensions. Business or other for-profit 25 1004-0160 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; risk/ cost-benefit analysis for electronic submissions have not been completed so that management can project dates. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0132 and 1004-0160. Yes
DOI BLM Oil and Gas Geophysical Exploration Operations The regulations at 43 CFR 3150 contain procedures for conducting oil and gas geophysical exploration operations on public lands. The Bureau of Land Management needs the information to determine who is conducting operations on public lands and that said operations are conducted in a manner consistent with the regulations and environmental requirements in accordance with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act. Respondents are oil and gas operators who apply to conduct geophysical activities on an as-needed basis. Business or other for-profit 1200 1004-0162 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0145, 1004-0162, 1004-0184, and 1004-0185. Yes
DOI BLM Onshore Oil and Gas Leasing and Operations Federal and Indian (except Osage) oil and gas lessees and operators or operating rights owners are required to retain and/or provide data so that proposed operations may be approved or compliance with granted approvals may be monitored. Respondents are oil and gas companies, lessees, operators, operating rights owners, and individuals. Business or other for-profit 22945 1004-0184 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0145, 1004-0162, 1004-0184, and 1004-0185. Yes
DOI BLM Drainage Protection Oil and gas lessees and operators or operating rights owners are required to comply with their lease agreements to monitor oil and gas drilling and production activities on nearby lands to determine whether there are any potential producing wells draining their Federal leases that would result in lower royalties to the Federal Government. If drainage is occurring, the lessee or operating rights owner must notify BLM of plans for drainage protection. Respondents are oil and gas companies, lessees, operators, operating rights owners, and individuals. Business or other for-profit 1000 1004-0185 Unknown BLM plans to automate as many transactions as possible; however data and analyses are under the purview of respondents. Considering combining OMB Control Numbers 1004-0145, 1004-0162, 1004-0184, and 1004-0185. Yes
DOI BLM Free-Use Application and Permit Free-use permits for vegetative material. State, Local or Tribal Government 430 1004-0001 N/A There are so few requests that requests are made and approved in person. That there does not appear to be sufficient demand or need to convert to an electronic form. Also, there are no upward reporting needs. No
DOI BLM Desert Land entry Application Individual eligibility for desert-land entry under the Desert Land Act as amended for agricultural purposes. Individuals or households 17 1004-0004 N/A This is not a program priority at this time. No
DOI BLM Conveyances Affecting Color or Claim of title The BLM collects and uses the information to determine if an applicant meets the statutory requirements of the Recreation and Public Purposes Act and regulations. The Act provides that any individual, group, or corporation who has evidence giving the appearance of having title to public lands which are administered by the BLM and legal title to the lands remains vested in the United States may file a color-of-title claim. Any applicant who satisfied all requirements for a class 1 or class 2 will receive a patent conveying clear title to the lands upon payment of the sale price. Individuals or households 20 1004-0010 N/A This is not a program priority at this time. No
DOI BLM Color-of-Title Tax Levy and Payment Record The BLM collects and uses the information to determine if an applicant meets the statutory requirements of the Recreation and Public Purposes Act and regulations. The Act provides that any individual, group, or corporation who has evidence giving the appearance of having title to public lands which are administered by the BLM and legal title to the lands remains vested in the United States may file a color-of-title claim. Any applicant who satisfied all requirements for a class 1 or class 2 claim will receive a patent conveying clear title to the lands upon payment of the sale price. Individuals or households 20 1004-0011 N/A This is not a program priority at this time. No
DOI BLM Application for Land for Recreation and Public Purposes The BLM uses the information to determine if an individual is eligible to make a desert-land entry under the Desert Land Act as amended (43 U.S.C. 231, 321 et seq.), for agricultural purposes. Not-for-profit institutions 25 1004-0012 N/A The information collection is specific to each individual applicant and does not lend itself to standard forms and/or formats. This is not a program priority at this time. No
DOI/BLM BLM Range Improvement Permit This form is used by permittees authorized to graze livestock on the public rangelands to apply for BLM approval to construct or maintain range improvements on the public lands. Rangeland improvements authorized under the permit are to facilitate the handling and the care of livestock on the rangeland. Examples of the range improvements are: Corrals, loading shutes, creep feeder, temporary storage, and trough for hauled water, etc. Structural and nonstructural improvements that are permanent in nature and could facilitate multiple use management of public lands are authorized under a cooperative range improvement permit. Farms 60 1004-0019 N/A All documentation needed for the transaction do not conform to electronic use. No
DOI BLM Color-of-Title Application Form The BLM collects and uses the information to determine if an applicant meets the statutory requirements of the Recreation and Public Purposes Act and regulations. The Act provides that any individual, group, or corporation who has evidence giving the appearance of having title to public lands which are administered by the BLM and legal title to the lands remains vested in the United States may file a color-of-title claim. Any applicant who satisfied all requirements for a class 1 or class 2 claim will receive a patent conveying clear title to the lands upon payment of the sale price. Individuals or households 20 1004-0029 N/A The information collection is specific to each individual applicant and does not lend itself to standard forms and/or formats. No
DOI/BLM BLM Oil and Gas Lease Transfers by Assignment or Operating Rights (Sublease) Forms 3000-3 and 3000-3a are used by individuals, corporations, and small businesses to transfer interest in oil and gas or geothermal leases by assignment of record title or transfer of operating rights (sublease) in oil and gas or geothermal leases under the terms of mineral leasing. Business or other for-profit 20000 1004-0034 N/A These are non-form transactions and do not conform to electronic use. No
DOI/BLM BLM Application for Transportation and Utility Systems and Facility Title XI of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act requires the use of a consolidated form by the Departments of Agriculture, Interior, and Transportation in connection with applications of right-of-way. The agencies will determine the validity of uses proposed by private individuals and other qualified proponents from information provided by the proponent on the application form (SF-299). Business or other for-profit 4900 1004-0060 N/A All documentation needed for the transaction do not conform to electronic use. No
DOI BLM Coal Management -- 43 CFR Group 3400 The regulations provide for the leasing and management of Federal coal. BLM uses the information to administer the Federal Coal Management. Business or other for-profit 1281 1004-0073 N/A The signed form is a legally binding contract, which includes attachment of special stipulations that are based on unique on-the-ground conditions that are applicable to only that particular contract. No
DOI BLM Mineral Materials Disposal -- 43 CFR 3600 and 43 CFR 3610 BLM disposes of mineral materials, such as sand, gravel, and petrified wood, under the provisions of the Materials Act of 1947, as amended. BLM uses the information contained in this collection to: (1) Determine if the sale of materials is in the public interest, (2) mitigate environmental impacts of mineral development, (3) get fair market value of material sold, and (4) prevent trespass removal of the resource. BLM also uses the information to determine whether to issue testing/sampling permits to determine the extent of mineral materials in specific areas. Business or other for-profit 2700 1004-0103 N/A The signed form represents a legally binding contract which includes attachment of stipulations based on unique on-the-ground situations applicable to that particular contract. No
DOI BLM Payments in Lieu of Taxes (43 CFR 1881) The information requested is statutorily required to compute payments due units of general local government under the PILT Act (31 U.S.C. 6901-6907). The Act requires that the Governor of each State furnish a statement as to the amounts paid to units of general local government under 11 receipt-sharing statutes in the prior fiscal year. State, Local or Tribal Government 50 1004-0109 N/A Automation requires agreement and cooperation of all 50 respondents. The level of effort to incorporate business rules and edits into an electronic form is not cost-effective for 50 transactions. No
DOI BLM Leasing of Solid Minerals Other Than Coal and Oil Shale: 43 CFR Part 3500 through 3590 The regulation at 43 CFR Parts 3500 through 3590 provide for the leasing of solid minerals other than coal and oil shale. The Bureau of Land Management needs the information to determine who is conducting operations on the public lands and that said operations are conducted in a manner that is consistent with the regulations and environmental requirements in accordance with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act. Business or other for-profit 276 1004-0121 N/A We do not have program funding available for developing an electronic system. Most of our leases are existing and presently maintained on paper. All of this documentation would need to be converted to an electronic form if we were to change. No
DOI BLM Permit Fee Envelope This form is used to collect campground fees at designated fee recreation sites. Affected publics are those who wish to use the facilities and thereby are required to pay a fee by means of the permit envelope. The use of the form is necessary as it is not practical to have manned entrance stations to collect the fees at each campground site. Individuals or households 1900000 1004-0133 N/A These are fee envelopes for campgrounds. We collect checks and cash on campground sites. It is cost prohibitive to provide computer resources at each campground site for electronic submissions. No
DOI BLM Non-Form Items Federal and Indian (except Osage) oil and gas operators and operating rights owners are required to retain and/or provide data so that proposed operations may be approved or compliance with granted approvals may be monitored. Business or other for-profit 193855 1004-0134 N/A Records, diagrams, logs are under purview of operators and lessees. No
DOI BLM Conveyance of Federally Owned Mineral Interest -- 43 CFR 2720 Section 209 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act gives the BLM authority to convey mineral interest owned by the U.S. where the surface is or will be in non-Federal ownership if there is no known mineral values in the land or reservation of the minerals is interfering with or precluding appropriate non-mineral development and non-mineral development is a more beneficial use. The information collected assures the applicant is the surface owner and that other requirements are met. Individuals or households 13 1004-0153 N/A Answers are specific to the applicant and is not a program priority. No
DOI BLM Right-of-Way Cost Reimbursement Procedures -- Title 43 CFR Subpart 2808 Section 304(b) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 authorizes BLM to require reimbursement for reasonable costs with respect to applications for rights-of-way. The information collection requirements at 43 CFR 2808.3 are necessary for BLM to determine a reasonable level of reimbursement. Business or other for-profit 14 1004-0157 N/A Acquisition of this data is on an application specific basis and does not lend itself to standard forms or format. No
DOI BLM Report of Road Use This form is required in accordance with 43 CFR 2812.5-2. Payment to the United States for road use to provide specific reporting information necessary to determine payments and monitor and verify road use authorization over O. and C. and Coos Bay Revested Lands. Business or other for-profit 400 1004-0168 N/A The form will be made available electronically by 12/2002 but would need to submitted paper-based due to the confidentiality of the material. No
DOI BLM Use and Occupancy -- 43 CFR 3715 The rule provides field managers with a set of tools that will permit management of fencing and occupancy and creates a review and approval process for new uses and occupancies. It sets standards of practice for all uses and occupancies, provides for inspection and enforcement of new and existing occupancies, provides for appeals, and incorporates criminal penalties. The rule makes maximum use of existing State and Federal regulatory requirements and complements the existing surface management rules found at 43 CFR 3802 and 3809. Business or other for-profit 280 1004-0169 N/A Mine and Exploration plans are graphic intensive documents that require substantial capital investment by operators (training, computer hardware and software). Cost prohibitive. No
DOI BLM Generic Clearance for Customer Comment Cards The BLM proposed to use voluntary customer comment cards to identify: service needs of customer, strengths and weakness of service, ideas or suggestions for improvement of services from our customers, barriers to achieving customer service standards, and changes to customer service standards. Cards will be available for general customers with specific programmatic cards in the following areas: rights-of-way, lands management transaction, recreational permittees, mining claim recordation, oil and gas leases, information access center, recreational and educational users, and grazing permits and leases. Individuals or households 10000 1004-0172 N/A Currently, there are no plans to offer the surveys electronically due to the target audience. At this time, an electronic option would interfere with achieving a statistically valid response. No
DOI BLM Surface Management Activities Under The General Mining Law, Regulations At 43 CFR 3802 And 3809 The two sets of regulations 43 CFR 3802 and 3809 manage hard rock mineral exploration and development on the Public Lands and Federal interest in lands. 43 CFR Subpart 3802-Exploration and Mining, Wilderness Review Program establishes the two levels of activity by claimants or operators who want to conduct exploration or mining operations in an area of public lands undergoing wilderness study. 43 CFR Subpart 3809-Surface Management. These regulations regulate prospecting, exploration and development of valuable mineral deposits in Federal lands. Business or other for-profit 750 1004-0176 N/A Mine and Exploration plans are graphic intense documents that require substantial capital investment by operators (training, computer hardware and software). Cost prohibitive. No
DOI BLM Generic Clearance for Customer Surveys BLM is proposing a new information collection for determining the satisfaction of its customers with its programs and services. A currently approved collection (1004-0172) covered all survey instruments, both customer comment cards and telephone surveys, and the use of focus groups to determine what questions to ask and comments to solicit. The new collection will concern only customer surveys specific programs. The anticipated programs/customers for survey are: Wild Horse and Burro: Grazing Permittees, Information Access Center Users, Land Management Transactions, Mining Claimants, Oil and Gas Lessees, and Recreation. Business or other for-profit 13000 1004-0181 N/A Currently, there are no plans to offer the surveys electronically due to the target audience. At this time, an electronic option would interfere with achieving a statistically valid response. No
DOI BLM Alaska Reindeer Grazing -- 43 CFR 4300 BLM needs to collect information from Alaska Native permittees under its Reindeer Grazing Program to assess the compatibility of grazing on the land with the multiple-use objectives for the area. Individuals or households 6 1004-0182 N/A We have a low number of permits administered (15) and very few new applications received. This activity is due to the unavailability of open public lands suitable for reindeer grazing activities in Alaska. No
DOI BLM Indian Allotment Regulations BLM issues trust patents to qualified Indians who apply for allotments on public lands or public domain lands within national forests. BLM uses the information described in the regulations at 43 CFR 2530 to: (1) Process applications for allotments and patents, (2) determine the qualifications of individual Indians to hold allotments and patents, (3) process applications for extensions of time to file various information, and (4) notify applicants of the need for additional data or for public notification of proposed approval of the application. Individuals or households 16 1004-0190 N/A Due to the small number of applications received annually, this is not a priority at this time. No
DOI BLM Alaska Veteran's Native Allotment Regulations and Application Form, Public Law 105-276 On October 21, 1998, Public Law 105-276 was enacted. Sec. 432, Open Season For Certain Alaska Native Veterans For Allotments, requires BLM Alaska to solicit information on an application form to determine if applicants meet the requirements of the law to obtain 160 acres of federal land. The information received in the application will enable BLM to adjudicate these applications for the estimated number of veterans expected to apply, approximately 1,100 individuals. Individuals or households 732 1004-0191 N/A The application period for applying with the form is January 31, 2002, and most of the applicants do not have any type of electronic access even if it were made available on a web site. No
DOI BLM Generic Clearance for Customer Surveys for Stakeholders/Partners and State and Local Government The BLM proposed to use a new information collection for determining the satisfaction of its customers with its program and services. A currently approved collection (1004-0181) covered all survey instruments, both customer comment cards and telephone surveys, and the use of focus groups to determine what questions to ask and comments to solicit. The new collection will concern only customer survey specific programs. The anticipated programs/customers for survey are: State and Local Governments and Stakeholders and Partners. State, Local or Tribal Government 1720 1004-0193 N/A Currently, there are no plans to offer the surveys electronically due to the target audience. At this time, an electronic option would interfere with achieving a statistically valid response. No
DOI BLM Jobs-in-the-Woods Employment Evaluation Four items of information will be requested in each Jobs-in-the-Woods contract issued. Contractors must respond to these questions as a condition of final payment on their contracts. The information collected will be used to gauge the effectiveness of the Jobs-in-the-Woods program in restoring forest ecosystems in the Pacific Northwest and in employing workers displaced by decreased timber logging rates. Business or other for-profit 200 1004-0173 N/A Information is collected only once/contract. No
DOI BOR Recreation Use Data Report This information will allow Reclamation to evaluate program and management effectiveness of existing recreation and concessionaire resources and facilities and validate effective public use of managed recreation resources located on Reclamation project lands in the 17 Western States. In addition, Reclamation will develop a set of recreation and concession management practices for comparison purposes against other known best business practices. State, Local or Tribal Government 535 1006-0002 01/2002   No
DOI BOR Crop Acreage and Yields and Water Distribution The annual crop census is taken on all Bureau of Reclamation projects, along with collection of related statistics, primarily for use in administering, managing, and evaluating the Federal reclamation program. The census is used to assist in the administration of repayment and water service contracts. It provides data for Class l equivalency and irrigator ability-to-pay computations. Crop production data are used to analyze the double subsidy on reclamation projects. In recent years, it has been used to provide data for administration of international trade agreements. Farms 25225 1006-0001 09/2001   No
DOI BOR Individual Landholder's Certification and Reporting Forms for Acreage Limitation -- 43 CFR Part 426 and 43 CFR Part 428 This information collection requires certain landholders and farm operators to complete forms demonstrating their compliance with the acreage limitation provisions of Federal reclamation law. These forms establish each landholder's status with respect to landownership limitations, full-cost pricing thresholds, lease requirements, and other provisions of Federal reclamation law. Title II of Public Law 97-293 and regulations 43 CFR part 426. Farms 19202 1006-0005 Unknown All forms should be available in "pdf" format by 10/2003. Electronic submission/signature will not. That would require 275 non-Federal districts that distribute/collect RRA forms to be electronic capable - an unfunded mandate. Yes
DOI BOR Lower Colorado River Well Inventory The Bureau of Reclamation desires to inventory wells along the lower Colorado River to ensure that all Colorado River water use conforms to applicable laws and regulations and is accurately accounted for. This will affect every well owner and operator along the lower Colorado River in Arizona, California, and Nevada. Individuals or households 1000 1006-0014 Unknown This is a USGS process, not a BOR process. No
DOI BOR Certification Summary Form, Reporting Summary Form for Acreage Limitation -- 43 CFR Part 426 and 43 CFR Part 428 These forms are to be used by water district offices to summarize individual landholder certification and reporting forms as required by the Reclamation Reform Act of 1982 (title II of Public Law 97-293) and regulations 43 CFR part 426. State, Local or Tribal Government 276 1006-0006 N/A The private sector has created electronic versions. Accordingly, there are no plans for Reclamation to duplicate that effort. Regardless, less than 300 districts are required to submit these forms. No
DOI FWS Federal Fish and Wildlife License/Permit Application, Migratory Birds The information collected will be used by the Service to evaluate permit applications and make decisions, according to criteria established in various Federal wildlife conservation statutes and regulations, on the issuance, suspension, revocation, or denial of permits. Individuals or households 115172 1018-0022 2001- Posted to the Internet   Yes - Date TBD
DOI FWS Information Collection in Support of Grant Programs Authorized by the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) As agent for the North American Wetlands Conservation Council, the FWS solicits proposals for partnership-based projects to be funded under NAWCA: the proposals and subsequent grant agreements and reporting are the bases for the information collections. The NAWCA program is established to protect and enhance significant wetlands resources for migratory birds and other wildlife. Not-for-profit institutions 150 1018-0100 Unknown Policy guidelines for electronic submission of proposals have not been established. As soon as these guidelines are in place, we will start planning for an electronic alternative. No
DOI FWS Certification of Hunting and Fishing License Holders The Federal Aid in Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act provides that grant funds are apportioned to States in accordance with a prescribed formula. One factor of the formula for each Act is the number of paid fishing/hunting license holders in each State. The Act requires the State fish and game departments to certify the number of paid license holders prior to the fiscal year for which the apportionment is made. Also required is information on hunting/fishing license sales. The license sale information is documented on the summary form. State, Local or Tribal Government 50 1018-0007 Unknown Agency is considering automating this transaction. However, agency plans for electronic submission have not been fully evaluated to project due dates. No
DOI FWS Mourning Dove Call-Count Survey The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C. 703 et seq.), as amended, authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Interior to determine to what extent migratory game birds may be hunted. For several species of game birds, including the mourning dove, this determination is based primarily on biological information gathered through surveys. For mourning doves, the essential information is collected by means of the Call-Count Survey. Federal Government 1062 1018-0010 N/A Automation of this transaction would not be cost-effective due to the small number of respondents with access to computers. No
DOI FWS Declaration For Importation or Exportation of Fish or Wildlife The information requested is required to provide information about wildlife imports or exports, including products and parts, to facilitate enforcement of the Endangered Species Act and to carry out the provisions of the Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. Business or other for-profit 20448 1018-0012 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Special Use Permit Applications on National Wildlife Refuges in Alaska covers 50 CFR 25.61, 26.22(b), 26.25, 36.33, 36.37, and 36.41. We must collect information from applicants for refuge special use permits to determine the applicant's eligibility for public use of refuge lands for specialized purposes. These include economic activities such as the operation of guiding and other visitor services on refuge by concessionaires or cooperators under appropriate contracts or legal agreements. Individuals or households 212 1018-0014 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Migratory Bird Harvest Surveys Migratory bird hunting is authorized throughout the United States including Alaska. Information on the magnitude and composition of the harvest is needed for sound management and to preclude over-harvest of the species involved. The forms used in these surveys provide the major part of that information. Individuals or households 3300000 1018-0015 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS North American Woodcock Singing Ground Survey The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C. 703 et seq.), as amended, authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Interior to determine to what extent migratory game birds may be hunted. For several species of game birds, including the woodcock, this determination is based primarily on biological information gathered through surveys. For woodcock, the essential information is collected by means of the Singing Ground Survey. State, Local or Tribal Government 1500 1018-0019 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Sandhill Crane Harvest Survey Sandhill crane hunting is authorized in nine Midwestern States in the United States. Information on the magnitude of the harvest is needed for sound management and to preclude over- harvest of the species. The forms used in this survey provide the major part of that information. Individuals or households 7400 1018-0023 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Grant Agreement and Grant Amendment Agencies are required to use some type of grant agreement form as the legal instrument to transfer money, property, or services to State and/or local governments. Form 3-1552 is the Service's grant agreement form used to obligate funds for approved grant projects. Form 3-1592 is used to document changes or revisions to an approved project. State, Local or Tribal Government 56 1018-0049 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Marine Mammal Marking, Tagging, and Reporting Certificates Under authority of the Marine Mammal Protection Act, the Service added paragraph (f) to the regulations at 50 CFR 18.23 to gather data on the Native subsistence hunt for polar bear, sea otter, and walrus to determine what effect the harvest is having on these populations. This data will increase the Service's ability to manage these marine mammals. Individuals or households 1930 1018-0066 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Incidental Take of Marine Mammals During Specified Activities Application Data is needed to determine whether to allow an incidental taking of marine mammals incidental to specified activities (other than commercial fishing) and to monitor any authorized taking. The affected public is any U.S. citizen (including corporations organized under the laws of the United States and governmental units controlled by American citizens) that incidentally takes marine mammals. Business or other for-profit 5 1018-0070 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Fed. Subsistence Hunt Application, Designated Hunter, Fish/ Shellfish: 50 CFR 100 The Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) and Fish and Wildlife Service regulations, in 50 CFR 100, require that persons engaged in taking fish and wildlife must comply with reporting provisions of the Federal Subsistence Board. Harvest activity must be reported. Individuals or households 6900 1018-0075 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Federal Fish and Wildlife License/Permit Application, Law Enforcement The information collected will be used by the service to evaluate applications and make decisions, according to criteria established in various Federal wildlife conservation statutes and regulations, on the issuance, suspension, revocation, or denial of permits. Individuals or households 14221 1018-0092 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computers; thus offering electronic submission is not practical at this time. No
DOI FWS Federal Fish and Wildlife License/Permit Application, Management Authority The information collected will be used by the Service to evaluate permit applications and make decisions, according to criteria established in various Federal wildlife conservation statutes and regulations, on the issuance, suspension, revocation, or denial of permits. Individuals or households 9832 1018-0093 N/A The majority of respondents do not have access to computer