Opportunity
Federal Register #0648-0664
NOAA Seeks Comments on Permit and Reporting Requirements for Non-Commercial Fishing in Pacific Marine National Monuments
Buyer
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Posted
May 04, 2026
Respond By
July 06, 2026
Identifier
0648-0664
NOAA is seeking public input on the renewal of permit and reporting requirements for non-commercial fishing in several Pacific marine national monuments. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Pacific Islands Regional Office - Products/Services Requested: - Collection of permit applications and log sheets from vessel owners/operators engaged in non-commercial fishing - Applies to Rose Atoll, Marianas Trench, and Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monuments - Estimated 25 respondents annually - Service line item: Permit and reporting information collection (part number 0648-0664) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Mandatory submission of permit applications and catch log sheets as required by 50 CFR part 665 - Data collected is used for monitoring fishing activities, assessing fish stock status, and enforcing regulations in protected areas - Estimated annual public burden: 31 hours and $1,033 - No products or commercial OEMs/vendors are being procured; this is a regulatory information collection - Locations: - Place of performance: Rose Atoll, Marianas Trench, and Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monuments - NOAA Pacific Islands Regional Office, 1845 Wasp Blvd. 176, Honolulu, HI 96818
Description
The Department of Commerce and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are soliciting public comments on proposed and continuing information collections related to permit and reporting requirements for non-commercial fishing in specified marine national monuments. The collection involves permit applications and log sheets to monitor fishing activities, assess fish stock status, and enforce regulations. Comments are requested to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection, with a deadline of July 6, 2026.