Federal Register #MARAD-2026-0463

MARAD Request for Comments on Renewal of Information Collection for US-Flag Vessel Fishery Endorsements

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public input on its plan to renew an information collection related to US-flag vessel fishery endorsements. - Purpose: To determine if US-flag vessels (100 feet or greater) are owned and controlled by US citizens and eligible for fishery endorsements - Compliance: Ensures adherence to the American Fisheries Act (AFA), monitors harvesting and processing caps, and checks for conflicts with international treaties - Stakeholders: Applies to vessel owners, charterers, mortgagees, mortgage trustees, vessel managers, and parties in long-term catch sale contracts - Request: MARAD seeks comments on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection, as well as suggestions for improvement - No OEMs, vendors, or product/service procurement involved; this is a regulatory information collection renewal - Submission: Information is collected annually from relevant parties

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) invites public comments on its intention to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection under OMB 2133-0530. This collection is necessary for MARAD to determine if US-flag vessels of 100 feet or greater in registered length are owned and controlled by US citizens and thus eligible to receive a fishery endorsement to their documentation. The information collected will also help ensure compliance with the American Fisheries Act and assess any conflicts with international treaties. Comments are due by May 29, 2026.

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