83 FR 44692 - Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Railroad Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 170 (August 31, 2018)
Federal Railroad Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 170 (August 31, 2018)
| Page Range | 44692-44693 | |
| FR Document | 2018-17284 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 170 (Friday, August 31, 2018)] [Notices] [Pages 44692-44693] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-17284] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Railroad Administration [Docket No. FRA-2017-0002-N-5] Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request AGENCY: Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of Information Collection; request for comment. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), this notice announces that FRA is forwarding the Information Collection Request (ICR) abstracted below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The ICR describes the information collections and their expected burden. On July 2, 2018, FRA published a notice providing a 60-day period for public comment on the ICR. DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before October 1, 2018. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments on the ICR to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, 725 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20503, Attention: FRA Desk Officer. Comments may also be sent via email to OMB at the following address: [email protected]. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Michael Jones, Information Collection Clearance Officer, Office of Railroad Policy & Development, Human Factors Division, RPD-34, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W38-119, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493-6106); or Ms. Kim Toone, Information Collection Clearance Officer, Office of Administration, Office of Information Technology, RAD-20, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W34-212, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493-6132). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The PRA, 44 U.S.C. 3501-3520, and its implementing regulations, 5 CFR part 1320, require Federal agencies to issue two notices seeking public comment on information collection activities before OMB may approve paperwork packages. See 44 U.S.C. 3506, 3507; 5 CFR 1320.8-12. On July 2, 2018, FRA published a 60-day notice in the Federal Register soliciting comment on the ICR for which it is now seeking OMB approval. See 83 FR 31030. FRA received no comments in response to this notice. [[Page 44693]] Before OMB decides whether to approve these proposed collections of information, it must provide 30 days for public comment. Federal law requires OMB to approve or disapprove paperwork packages between 30 and 60 days after the 30-day notice is published. 44 U.S.C. 3507(b)-(c); 5 CFR 1320.10(b); see also 60 FR 44978, 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. OMB believes the 30-day notice informs the regulated community to file relevant comments and affords the agency adequate time to digest public comments before it renders a decision. 60 FR 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. Therefore, respondents should submit their respective comments to OMB within 30 days of publication to best ensure having their full effect. Comments are invited on the following ICR regarding: (1) whether the information collection activities are necessary for FRA to properly execute its functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of FRA's estimates of the burden of the information collection activities, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used to determine the estimates; (3) ways for FRA to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information being collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of information collection activities on the public, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. The summary below describes the ICR that FRA will submit for OMB clearance as the PRA requires: Title: Grant Management Requirements for the Federal Railroad Administration Grant Awards Activities and Cooperative Agreements (``Awards''). OMB Control Number: 2130-0615. Abstract: FRA is an Operating Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). FRA solicits grant applications for projects including, but not limited to, preconstruction planning activities, safety improvements, congestion relief, improvement of grade crossings, rail line relocation, as well as projects that encourage development, expansion, and upgrades to passenger and freight rail infrastructure and services. FRA funds projects that meet FRA- and government-wide evaluation standards and align with the DOT Strategic Plan. FRA administers award agreements for both construction and non- construction projects that will result in benefits or other tangible improvements in rail corridors, service, safety, and technology. These projects include completion of preliminary engineering, environmental, research and development, final design, and construction. FRA requires systematic and uniform collection and submission of information, as approved by OMB, to ensure accountability of Federal assistance provided by FRA. Through this information collection, FRA will measure Federal award recipients' performance and results, including expenditures in support of agreed-upon activities and allowable costs outlined in a FRA Notice of Grant Award (NGA). This information collection includes OMB-required reports and documentation, as well as additional forms and submissions to compile evidence relevant to addressing FRA's important policy challenges, promoting cost-effectiveness in FRA programs, and providing effective oversight of programmatic and financial performance. FRA issues and manages awards in compliance with 2 CFR part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards. The forms for which FRA is seeking renewal of its current approval in this information collection are listed below. All non- research awards are subject to the application, reporting, closeout, and other processes described in this justification. Form(s): FRA forms: 30 (FRA Assurances and Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters and Drug-Free Workplace Requirements), 31 (Grant Adjustment Request Form), 32 (Service Outcome Agreement Annual Reporting), 33 (Final Performance Report), 34 (Quarterly Progress Report), 35 (Application Form), 217 (Categorical Exclusion Worksheet), and 229 (NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership Supplier Scouting--FRA--Item Opportunity Synopsis) may be located at FRA's public website. Standard Forms (SF) 270 (Request for Advance or Reimbursement), 424 (Application for Federal Assistance), 424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs), 424B (Assurances for Non-Construction Programs), 424C (Budget Information for Construction Programs), 424D (Assurances for Construction Programs), 425 (Federal Financial Report), and LLL (Disclosure of Lobbying Activities) may be located at Grants.gov. Respondent Universe: Generally, includes State and local governments and railroads. Frequency of Submission: On occasion. Total Estimated Annual Responses: 3,477. Total Estimated Annual Burden: 174,423.88 hours. Under 44 U.S.C. 3507(a) and 5 CFR 1320.5(b) and 1320.8(b)(3)(vi), FRA informs all interested parties that it may not conduct or sponsor, and a respondent is not required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501-3520. Juan D. Reyes III, Chief Counsel. [FR Doc. 2018-17284 Filed 8-30-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-06-P
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of less than 150 days for filing such 5. Historic and Cultural Resources: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
claim, then that shorter time period still Section 106 of the National Historic
applies. Preservation Act of 1966 [54 U.S.C. Federal Railroad Administration
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 306108]); Archaeological Resources [Docket No. FRA–2017–0002–N–5]
Thomas Parker, Project Manager, Protection Act of 1977 [16 U.S.C. 470aa–
Federal Highway Administration, 470mm]; Archaeological and Historic Proposed Agency Information
Central Federal Lands Highway Preservation Act [16 U.S.C. 469–469c– Collection Activities; Comment
Division, 12300 W Dakota Avenue, 2]; Native American Grave Protection Request
Suite 380, Lakewood, Colorado 80228, and Repatriation Act [25 U.S.C. 3001–
3013]. AGENCY: Federal Railroad
Telephone (720) 963–3688, Email
6. Social and Economic: Civil Rights Administration (FRA), Department of
Thomas.W.Parker@dot.gov. Regular
Act of 1964 [42 U.S.C. 2000(d)– Transportation (DOT).
office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Mountain Time). 2000(d)(1)]; American Indian Religious ACTION: Notice of Information
Freedom Act [42 U.S.C. 1996]; the Collection; request for comment.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice is
hereby given that FHWA and other Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real
SUMMARY: Under the Paperwork
Federal agencies have taken final agency Property Acquisition Policies Act of
Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), this notice
actions by issuing licenses, permits, and 1970 [42 U.S.C. 61].
announces that FRA is forwarding the
approvals for the following highway 7. Wetlands and Water Resources:
Information Collection Request (ICR)
project in the State of Hawai‘i: Project Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251–1387]
abstracted below to the Office of
to Replace Temporary Wainiha Bridges (Section 404, Section 401, Section 319);
Management and Budget (OMB) for
(Replacement of the Temporary Wainiha Land and Water Conservation Fund Act
review and comment. The ICR describes
Bridges and Rehabilitation of Kaua‘i [16 U.S.C. 460l–4–460l–11]; Safe
the information collections and their
Belt Road). Drinking Water Act [42 U.S.C. 300f–
expected burden. On July 2, 2018, FRA
Project Overview: The project 300j–9.]; Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899
published a notice providing a 60-day
includes the replacement of three [33 U.S.C. 401–406]; Transportation
period for public comment on the ICR.
temporary ‘‘ACROW Panel’’ modular Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA–
DATES: Interested persons are invited to
steel bridges on Kūhiō Highway (State 21) [23 U.S.C. 103(b)(6)(m), 133(b)(11)]
(wetlands mitigation banking); Flood submit comments on or before October
Route 560) near the mouth of the 1, 2018.
Wainiha Stream on the island of Kaua‘i, Disaster Protection Act of 1973 [42
U.S.C. 4001–4129]. ADDRESSES: Submit written comments
Hawai‘i. The actions by the Federal
agencies on the project, and the laws 8. Hazardous Materials: on the ICR to the Office of Information
under which such actions were taken, Comprehensive Environmental and Regulatory Affairs, Office of
are described in the Draft Response, Compensation, and Liability Management and Budget, 725 17th
Environmental Assessment (DEA) Act [42 U.S.C. 9601–9675]; Superfund Street NW, Washington, DC 20503,
signed on April 6, 2016, in the Final EA Amendments and Reauthorization Act Attention: FRA Desk Officer. Comments
(FEA) and Finding of No Significant of 1986 [PL 99–499]; Resource may also be sent via email to OMB at
Impact (FONSI) signed December 21, Conservation and Recovery Act [42 the following address: oira_
2017, and in other key project U.S.C. 6901–6992(k)]. submissions@omb.eop.gov.
documents. The FEA, FONSI, and other 9. Executive Orders: E.O. 11990 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr.
key documents for the project are Protection of Wetlands; E.O. 11988 Michael Jones, Information Collection
available by contacting FHWA at the Floodplain Management; E.O. 12898 Clearance Officer, Office of Railroad
addresses provided above. The DEA, Federal Actions to Address Policy & Development, Human Factors
FEA and FONSI documents can be Environmental Justice in Minority Division, RPD–34, Federal Railroad
viewed and downloaded from the Populations and Low Income Administration, 1200 New Jersey
project website at https:// Populations; E.O. 11593 Protection and Avenue SE, Room W38–119,
flh.fhwa.dot.gov/projects/hi/wainiha/. Enhancement of Cultural Resources; Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202)
This notice applies to all Federal E.O. 13007 Indian Sacred Sites; E.O. 493–6106); or Ms. Kim Toone,
agency decisions, actions, approvals, 13287 Preserve America; E.O. 13175 Information Collection Clearance
licenses and permits on the project as of Consultation and Coordination with Officer, Office of Administration, Office
the issuance date of this notice, Indian Tribal Governments; E.O. 11514 of Information Technology, RAD–20,
including but not limited to those Protection and Enhancement of Federal Railroad Administration, 1200
arising under the following laws, as Environmental Quality; E.O. 13112 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W34–212,
amended: Invasive Species. Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202)
1. General: National Environmental 493–6132).
(Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
Policy Act [42 U.S.C. 4321–4370h]; Program Number 20.205, Highway Planning SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The PRA,
Federal-Aid Highway Act [23 U.S.C. and Construction. The regulations 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520, and its
109]. implementing Executive Order 12372 implementing regulations, 5 CFR part
2. Air: Clean Air Act, as amended [42 regarding intergovernmental consultation on 1320, require Federal agencies to issue
U.S.C. 7401–7671(q)] (transportation Federal programs and activities apply to this two notices seeking public comment on
conformity). program.) information collection activities before
3. Land: Section 4(f) of the OMB may approve paperwork packages.
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Authority: 23 U.S.C. 139(1)(1).
Department of Transportation Act of See 44 U.S.C. 3506, 3507; 5 CFR 1320.8–
1966 [49 U.S.C. 303]. Issued on: August 23, 2018. 12. On July 2, 2018, FRA published a
4. Wildlife: Endangered Species Act Curtis Scott, 60-day notice in the Federal Register
[16 U.S.C. 1531–1544]; Fish and Acting Division Director, Lakewood, soliciting comment on the ICR for which
Wildlife Coordination Act [16 U.S.C. Colorado. it is now seeking OMB approval. See 83
661–667(e)]; Migratory Bird Treaty Act [FR Doc. 2018–18919 Filed 8–30–18; 8:45 am] FR 31030. FRA received no comments
[16 U.S.C. 703–712]. BILLING CODE 4910–RY–P in response to this notice.
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Before OMB decides whether to environmental, research and Total Estimated Annual Burden:
approve these proposed collections of development, final design, and 174,423.88 hours.
information, it must provide 30 days for construction. Under 44 U.S.C. 3507(a) and 5 CFR
public comment. Federal law requires FRA requires systematic and uniform 1320.5(b) and 1320.8(b)(3)(vi), FRA
OMB to approve or disapprove collection and submission of informs all interested parties that it may
paperwork packages between 30 and 60 information, as approved by OMB, to not conduct or sponsor, and a
days after the 30-day notice is ensure accountability of Federal respondent is not required to respond to
published. 44 U.S.C. 3507(b)–(c); 5 CFR assistance provided by FRA. Through a collection of information unless it
1320.10(b); see also 60 FR 44978, 44983, this information collection, FRA will displays a currently valid OMB control
Aug. 29, 1995. OMB believes the 30-day measure Federal award recipients’ number.
notice informs the regulated community performance and results, including
Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520.
to file relevant comments and affords expenditures in support of agreed-upon
the agency adequate time to digest activities and allowable costs outlined Juan D. Reyes III,
public comments before it renders a in a FRA Notice of Grant Award (NGA). Chief Counsel.
decision. 60 FR 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. This information collection includes [FR Doc. 2018–17284 Filed 8–30–18; 8:45 am]
Therefore, respondents should submit OMB-required reports and BILLING CODE 4910–06–P
their respective comments to OMB documentation, as well as additional
within 30 days of publication to best forms and submissions to compile
ensure having their full effect. evidence relevant to addressing FRA’s DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Comments are invited on the important policy challenges, promoting
following ICR regarding: (1) whether the cost-effectiveness in FRA programs, and Office of the Secretary
information collection activities are providing effective oversight of
[Docket No. DOT–OST–2018–0079]
necessary for FRA to properly execute programmatic and financial
its functions, including whether the performance. FRA issues and manages Agency Information Collection:
information will have practical utility; awards in compliance with 2 CFR part Activity for OMB Review: Agency
(2) the accuracy of FRA’s estimates of 200, Uniform Administrative Request for Reinstatement of a
the burden of the information collection Requirements, Cost Principles, and Previously Approved Information
activities, including the validity of the Audit Requirements for Federal Awards. Collection: 2105–0009, Advisory
methodology and assumptions used to The forms for which FRA is seeking Committee Candidate Biographical
determine the estimates; (3) ways for renewal of its current approval in this Information Request Form
FRA to enhance the quality, utility, and information collection are listed below.
clarity of the information being All non-research awards are subject to AGENCY: Office of the Secretary (OST),
collected; and (4) ways to minimize the the application, reporting, closeout, and DOT.
burden of information collection other processes described in this Notice and request for
ACTION:
activities on the public, including the justification. comments.
use of automated collection techniques Form(s): FRA forms: 30 (FRA
or other forms of information Assurances and Certifications Regarding SUMMARY: In compliance with the
technology. Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension and Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the
The summary below describes the ICR Other Responsibility Matters and Drug- U.S. Department of Transportation
that FRA will submit for OMB clearance Free Workplace Requirements), 31 invites the general public, industry and
as the PRA requires: (Grant Adjustment Request Form), 32 other governmental parties to comment
Title: Grant Management (Service Outcome Agreement Annual on the information collection request
Requirements for the Federal Railroad Reporting), 33 (Final Performance (ICR) OMB No. 2105–0009 Committee
Administration Grant Awards Activities Report), 34 (Quarterly Progress Report), Candidate Biographical Information
and Cooperative Agreements 35 (Application Form), 217 (Categorical Request Form. The information
(‘‘Awards’’). Exclusion Worksheet), and 229 (NIST collection request previously approved
OMB Control Number: 2130–0615. Manufacturing Extension Partnership by the Office of Management and
Abstract: FRA is an Operating Supplier Scouting—FRA—Item Budget (OMB) expired on May 31, 2012.
Administration of the U.S. Department Opportunity Synopsis) may be located The collection is needed to facilitate
of Transportation (DOT). FRA solicits at FRA’s public website. Standard background investigations of
grant applications for projects Forms (SF) 270 (Request for Advance or individuals seeking or currently
including, but not limited to, Reimbursement), 424 (Application for appointed to a Department committee.
preconstruction planning activities, Federal Assistance), 424A (Budget A Federal Register Notice with a 60-day
safety improvements, congestion relief, Information for Non-Construction comment period soliciting comments on
improvement of grade crossings, rail Programs), 424B (Assurances for Non- the following information collection
line relocation, as well as projects that Construction Programs), 424C (Budget was published June 11, 2018, and the
encourage development, expansion, and Information for Construction Programs), comment period ended August 10, 2018.
upgrades to passenger and freight rail 424D (Assurances for Construction DATES: Written comments should be
infrastructure and services. FRA funds Programs), 425 (Federal Financial submitted by October 1, 2018.
projects that meet FRA- and Report), and LLL (Disclosure of
government-wide evaluation standards FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Lobbying Activities) may be located at
and align with the DOT Strategic Plan. Grants.gov. David Freeman, Program Analyst,
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FRA administers award agreements Respondent Universe: Generally, Executive Secretariat, U.S. Department
for both construction and non- includes State and local governments of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey
construction projects that will result in and railroads. Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590–
benefits or other tangible improvements Frequency of Submission: On 0001 or telephone: (202) 366–2918.
in rail corridors, service, safety, and occasion. Refer to OMB Control No. 2105–0009.
technology. These projects include Total Estimated Annual Responses: ADDRESSES: Written comments should
completion of preliminary engineering, 3,477. be submitted to the attention of the
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| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Notices | |
| Action | Notice of Information Collection; request for comment. | |
| Dates | Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before October 1, 2018. | |
| Contact | Mr. Michael Jones, Information Collection Clearance Officer, Office of Railroad Policy & Development, Human Factors Division, RPD-34, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W38-119, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493-6106); or Ms. Kim Toone, Information Collection Clearance Officer, Office of Administration, Office of Information Technology, RAD-20, Federal Railroad Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W34-212, Washington, DC 20590 (telephone: (202) 493-6132). | |
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