Federal Register #EPA ICR Number 1445.16

EPA Request for Public Comment on Extension of Continuous Release Reporting Requirements

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting public comment on the extension of its Information Collection Request (ICR) for continuous release reporting under EPCRA and CERCLA. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Purpose: - Soliciting feedback on the necessity, burden, and methodology of information collection for continuous hazardous substance release reporting - No procurement of products or services; this is a regulatory information collection activity - Requirements: - Entities must report continuous releases of hazardous substances to the National Response Center and EPA Headquarters - EPA seeks input to improve the quality and reduce the burden of the collection process - No OEMs, vendors, or product/service purchases are involved - Estimated number of respondents, reporting frequency, and total burden hours/costs are outlined in the notice - Comments are requested to help refine and streamline the reporting process

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to extend an information collection request (ICR) related to the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA) and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) Continuous Release Reports. This ICR requires entities to report continuous releases of hazardous substances to the National Response Center and EPA Headquarters. The information collected helps determine the need for federal response actions and supports emergency planning and regulatory evaluations. Public comments are solicited on the proposed extension, with a comment period ending August 25, 2026.

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