Federal Register #USCG-2026-0045

U.S. Coast Guard Seeks Comments on Extension of Oil Record Book Information Collection

The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking public input regarding the extension of approval for the Oil Record Book for Ships information collection requirement. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard (Department of Homeland Security) - Office: COMMANDANT (CGC5IP), Paperwork Reduction Act Manager - Purpose: - Extension of approval for the Oil Record Book (CG-4602A) information collection (OMB Control Number 1625-0009) - Required for vessel operators to document oil cargo and fuel operations - Ensures compliance with the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (APPS) and MARPOL 73/78 (33 CFR 151.25) - Products/Services Requested: - No physical products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory information collection - Unique Requirements: - Public comments are requested on the necessity, utility, burden, and potential improvements to the information collection - Estimated annual burden has increased due to more vessel operators - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of goods or services

Description

The U.S. Coast Guard intends to submit an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) requesting an extension of approval for the collection of information related to the Oil Record Book for Ships under OMB Control Number 1625-0009. This collection involves recording information about oil cargo or fuel operations on ships to verify compliance with pollution prevention regulations. The Coast Guard is inviting public comments on this request before submission to OMB. Comments must be received by July 13, 2026.

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