Approved with the understanding that the monthly frequency required in 27CFR240.783 and 27CFR240.900 will be reviewed in the light of the findings of the final BATF report, "Study of Monthly Operations Reports," due in November 1985. With the next submission, the agency will povide in accordance with 5CFR1320.4 a complete analysis of the burden, need and utility of alternative reporting frequencies. In addition, the agency will provide a complete justification for any information collection in this area. Remarks added, effective 04/29/86: In conformance with the continuing resolution funding appropriations for Treasury, Postal Services and General Government (P.L. 99-190), the OMB Number has been extended without substantive review under the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 35).
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/1986
09/30/1986
05/31/1985
14,064
0
12,252
15,470
0
15,315
0
0
0
THIS REPORT IS USED TO MONITOR WINERY OPERATIONS TO INSURE COLLECTION OF WINE TAX REVENUES. IT FURTHER INSURES THAT WINE IS PRODUCED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RULES ESTABLISHED IN LAW AND REGULATIONS. ATF F 5120.17 PROVIDES THE RAW DATA FOR ATF'S MONTHLY STATISTICAL RELEASE - WINE, WHICH IS USED BY BOTH ATF AND INDUSTRY MEMBERS FOR TREND ANALYSIS AND PLANNING.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.