SECTION 8(A) OF THE NATIONAL
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ACT REQUIRES EPA TO PROVIDE AN AWARDS
PROGRAM. THIS APPLICATION IS THE MOST PRACTICAL METHOD FOR
OBTAINING INFORMATION FROM QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. THE INFORMATION
WILL BE USED BY THE ADVISORY COUNCIL TO NOMINATE THE INDIVIDUALS AS
STATES UNDER SECTION 8(C).
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.