THE EIA-182 INFORMATION IS USED TO
TRACK TRENDS IN DOMESTIC CRUDE OIL PRICES AND MARKETS. THE DATA ARE
PUBLISHED BY THE EIA. THE DATA ARE ALSO USED BY THE TREASURY
DEPARTMENT TO ESTIMATE MONTHLY WINDFALL PROF TAX RECEIPTS AND TO
CALCULATE ALTERNATIVE FUEL INCOME TAX CREDITS FOR
PRODUCERS.
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.