Federal Register #2026-07013

Public Comment Request: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) Information Collection

The United States Department of State is requesting public comment on a proposed information collection for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP): - Managed by the Bureau of Consular Affairs, Overseas Citizens Services (CA/OCS) - No procurement of products or services is involved; this is not a solicitation for goods or contracts - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are mentioned - The notice seeks feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of collecting information from: - U.S. nationals - Non-citizen nationals - Third-country nationals enrolling travel plans or subscribing to travel messaging - The goal is to improve the quality and efficiency of the STEP information collection process - No part numbers, quantities, or technical product requirements are listed - Public input is specifically requested to minimize respondent burden and enhance the process

Description

The Department of State has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of the information collection related to the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). This program allows U.S. nationals, non-citizen nationals, and third-country nationals to enroll travel plans or subscribe to travel messaging to receive critical information and assistance during emergencies abroad. The notice invites public comments for 30 days to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the proposed information collection, aiming to enhance its quality and minimize respondent burden.

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