Federal Register #1625-0038

U.S. Coast Guard Seeks Extension for Vessel Plan Approval and Records Information Collection

This notice concerns the U.S. Coast Guard's request for an extension of approval for information collection related to vessel plan approval and records. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard (Department of Homeland Security) - Office: Commandant (CGC5IP), Paperwork Reduction Act Manager - Scope of Request: - Extension of OMB approval for information collection number 1625-0038 - Applies to plan approval and recordkeeping for: - Tank vessels - Passenger vessels - Cargo and miscellaneous vessels - Mobile offshore drilling units - Nautical school vessels - Oceanographic research vessels - Shipyards, designers, and manufacturers must submit: - Vessel plans - Technical information - Operating manuals - Ensures compliance with safety standards under 46 CFR Subchapters D, H, I, IA, R, and U - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a regulatory information collection, not a procurement - Public comments are requested on the necessity and burden of the collection - Place of Performance/Submission: - U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, Washington, DC

Description

The U.S. Coast Guard is requesting an extension of approval for information collection number 1625-0038, which pertains to plan approval and recordkeeping for various vessel types including tank vessels, passenger vessels, cargo and miscellaneous vessels, mobile offshore drilling units, nautical school vessels, and oceanographic research vessels. The collection requires shipyards, designers, or manufacturers to submit plans, technical information, and operating manuals to the Coast Guard to ensure vessels meet applicable safety standards. This request is made in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and aims to justify paperwork burdens. Comments on the collection are requested by June 15, 2026.

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