ML22116A159
| ML22116A159 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Issue date: | 11/10/2022 |
| From: | Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, NRC/OCIO, NRC/OGC |
| To: | |
| Thomas V | |
| Shared Package | |
| ML22116A148 | List: |
| References | |
| NRC-2022-0051, OMB-3150-XXXX RIS 2009-06, Rev. 1 | |
| Download: ML22116A159 (4) | |
See also: RIS 2009-06
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DRAFT SUPPORTING STATEMENT
FOR
NRC REGULATORY ISSUE SUMMARY 2009-06, REVISION 1,
IMPORTANCE OF GIVING THE NRC ADVANCE NOTICE OF INTENT TO
PURSUE LICENSE RENEWAL
(3150-XXXX)
NEW
Abstract
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing Revision 1 of this regulatory issue
summary (RIS) to emphasize the importance of (1) providing the NRC with advance notice of
licensee plans for license renewal and (2) notifying the NRC of changes in previously
announced plans for license renewal. Responses to this RIS will allow the NRC staff to better
plan and budget for the reviews of applications submitted in accordance with Title 10 of the
Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR) Part 54, Requirements for Renewal of Operating
Licenses for Nuclear Power Plants.
A. JUSTIFICATION
1. Need for the Collection of Information
Providing the NRC with advance notice of licensee intent to pursue license renewal
allows the agency to better align its resources in anticipation of future license
renewal applications. Responses to these requests will allow the NRC to plan for
license renewal applications projected through the upcoming fiscal years. To improve
the accuracy of resource forecasts, the NRC requests all power reactor licensees to
submit advance notice if they intend to pursue license renewal, including potential
plans for requesting a second renewed operating license. Due to the substantial
resources that must be allocated for each application review, the NRC uses the
application filing schedule information for planning and budgeting purposes.
2. Agency Use and Practical Utility of Information
The NRC intends to use the information received to begin the budgeting process for
the upcoming fiscal years. The review of renewal applications involves significant
NRC resources, and the number of applications and their submission dates greatly
impact resource requirements. Voluntary submission of licensee plans for license
renewal will assist the NRC in its budgeting and planning processes.
3. Reduction of Burden through Information Technology
There are no legal obstacles to reducing the burden associated with this information
collection. The NRC encourages respondents to use information technology when it
would benefit them. Electronic transmission and submittal of documents can be
accomplished via the following avenues: the Electronic Information Exchange (EIE)
process, which is available from the NRC's Electronic Submittals Web page, by
Optical Storage Media (OSM) (e.g. CD-ROM, DVD), or by e-mail. It is estimated that
approximately 100% of the potential responses are filed electronically.
4. Effort to Identify Duplication and Use Similar Information
No sources of similar information are available. There is no duplication of
requirements.
5. Effort to Reduce Small Business Burden
Not applicable.
6. Consequences to Federal Program or Policy Activities if the Collection Is Not
Conducted or Is Conducted Less Frequently
If this information is not collected, the potential to assess the need for various
resources and support capabilities, as well as enable NRC staff to efficiently and
effectively plan and prepare budgets; align resources; and prepare for incoming
review and inspection activities, can be significantly impeded. This has the potential
to result in significant program and project scope creep, schedule slip, and budget
overruns that adversely affect the mission readiness of NRC staff as well as the
objectives of potential applicants for renewed licenses.
7. Circumstances That Justify Variation from Office of Management and Budget
Guidelines
Not applicable.
8. Consultations Outside the NRC
Opportunity for public comment on the information collection requirements for this
clearance package has been published in the Federal Register
9. Payment or Gift to Respondents
Not applicable.
10. Confidentiality of Information
Confidential and proprietary information is protected in accordance with NRC
regulations at 10 CFR 9.17(a) and 10 CFR 2.390(b). However, no information
normally considered confidential or proprietary is requested.
11. Justification for Sensitive Questions
Not applicable.
12. Estimated Burden and Burden Hour Cost
The burden to the public for this voluntary information collection is estimated to
average 8 hours9.259259e-5 days <br />0.00222 hours <br />1.322751e-5 weeks <br />3.044e-6 months <br /> per response, including the time for reviewing instructions,
searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and
completing and reviewing the information collected. The staff anticipates on average
four responses (2 new + 2 updated) per fiscal year. Each new or updated submittal
will require approximately 8 hours9.259259e-5 days <br />0.00222 hours <br />1.322751e-5 weeks <br />3.044e-6 months <br /> on average to prepare and submit. The total
burden for this voluntary information collection is $9,280.00 ( 8 hours9.259259e-5 days <br />0.00222 hours <br />1.322751e-5 weeks <br />3.044e-6 months <br /> X $290 X 4
responses
The $290 hourly rate used in the burden estimates is based on the Nuclear
Regulatory Commissions fee for hourly rates as noted in 10 CFR 170.20, Average
cost per professional staff-hour. For more information on the basis of this rate, see
the Revision Of Fee Schedules; Fee Recovery For Fiscal Year 2022 (87 FR 37214,
Jun. 22, 2022).
13. Estimate of Other Additional Costs
There are no additional costs.
14. Estimated Annualized Cost to the Federal Government
The staff has developed estimates of annualized costs to the Federal Government
related to the conduct of this collection of information. These estimates are based on
staff experience and subject matter expertise and include the burden needed to
review, analyze, and process the collected information and any relevant operational
expenses. The annual cost to the NRC including staff hours is $2,320.00 (8 hours9.259259e-5 days <br />0.00222 hours <br />1.322751e-5 weeks <br />3.044e-6 months <br />
per year @ $290/hr.).
15. Reasons for Change in Burden or Cost
This is a new clearance.
16. Publication for Statistical Use
The information collected is not published for statistical use.
17. Reason for Not Displaying the Expiration Date
The expiration date is displayed.
18. Exceptions to the Certification Statement
None.
B. COLLECTIONS OF INFORMATION EMPLOYING STATISTICAL METHODS
Not applicable.