INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, SURFA
MINING 30 CFR 745 REQUIRES THAT STATES SUBMIT INFORMATION WHEN
ENTERIN INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE SECRETARY OF THE
INTERIOR. OSMR USES THE INFORMATION TO MAKE FININGS THAT THE STATE
HAS AN APPROVED PROGRAM AND WILL CARRY OUT THE RESPONSIBILITIES
MANDATED IN SMCRA TO REGULATE SURFACE COAL MINING AND RECLAMATION
PROGRAMS.
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.