Federal Register #10180127

Information Collection Renewal for Horseshoe Crab and Fish Tagging Programs

This notice from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announces a proposed renewal of information collection activities for horseshoe crab and cooperative fish tagging programs. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Department of the Interior) - No OEMs or vendors are referenced, as this is not a procurement action - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice concerns the collection of data via forms (FWS Form 3-2311, 3-2310, 3-2493, 3-2494, 3-2495, 3-2496) related to horseshoe crab and fish tagging - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Seeks public comment on the renewal of data collection activities - Involves participation from federal and state agencies, universities, biomedical companies, and the public - Data collected is used to estimate harvest rates, mortality, migratory patterns, and regulatory effectiveness for horseshoe crabs and several fish species (striped bass, sturgeon, northern snakehead, American shad) - No contract value, period of performance, or delivery locations are specified, as this is not a procurement opportunity

Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing to renew a currently approved information collection related to horseshoe crab and cooperative fish tagging programs. The collection supports the management, conservation, and protection of fish and wildlife resources, including data on horseshoe crabs and various fish species tagged and reported by the public and agencies. The information collected is used to estimate harvest rates, mortality, migratory patterns, and to evaluate the effectiveness of regulations. The program involves cooperation among federal and state agencies, universities, biomedical companies, and the public. Comments on the information collection are requested by June 15, 2026.

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