Federal Register #2026-17096

EPA Requests Public Comment on Information Collection for Underground Injection Control Program

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public input on the extension of its information collection requirements for the Underground Injection Control (UIC) Program. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; the opportunity is focused on regulatory reporting. - Products/Services Requested: - Mandatory reporting by owners/operators of injection wells and State UIC primacy agencies - Use of standardized forms, online tools, and annual reports to submit data to EPA - Regulatory compliance under 40 CFR parts 144-148 - Estimated 37,143 respondents and 1,689,674 annual burden hours - Unique/Notable Requirements: - EPA is implementing electronic reporting options to reduce respondent burden - Solicitation is for public comment on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection - Supporting documents and references are available online - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are requested; focus is on information collection and reporting processes.

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is soliciting public comments on the proposed extension of an information collection request (ICR) related to the Underground Injection Control (UIC) Program. The program regulates injection wells to protect underground sources of drinking water from contamination. Owners or operators of injection wells and State UIC primacy agencies must report data using standardized forms and online tools. The notice allows 60 days for public comments, which are due by October 20, 2026.

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