OSM and State regulatory authorities
use the information collect- ed under 30 CFR Part 772 to maintain
knowledge of coal explora- tion activities, evaluate the need for
an exploration permit, and ensure that exploration activities
comply with the environ- mental protection and reclamation
requirements of 30 CFR Parts 772 and 815 and section 512 of SMCRA
(30 USC 1262). Respondents include (1) persons planning to conduct
coal exploration and (2) State regulatory authorities.
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.