This ICR would make additions to the existing recordkeeping and reporting requirements applicable to refiners, importers, marketers, distributors, retailers and others regarding the sulfur content of motor vehicle gasoline they handle. The info collected would by used by the Agency to insure compliance with the standards regarding the sulfur content of gasoline. Info on the generation, use, balance and transfer of sulfur credits would be used to verify that emission credits transactions are valid. This oversight would ensure the realization of the emissions benefits of the proposed gasoline sulfur control program.
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.