Federal Register #2133-0027

MARAD Seeks Public Comment on Capital Construction Fund Information Collection Renewal

This notice from the Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, seeks public input on the renewal of an information collection for the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Purpose: - Request for public comments on the renewal of the CCF information collection (OMB Control Number 2133-0027) - The CCF program enables U.S. vessel owners/operators to accumulate capital for ship construction, modernization, or acquisition through tax deferral - No OEMs, vendors, products, or services are being solicited or procured - The notice is part of a regulatory process to gather public input, not a procurement or contract opportunity - Unique Requirements: - Respondents must provide information annually to determine eligibility and compliance for CCF agreements - No goods or services are requested; this is strictly for regulatory compliance and public feedback

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) invites public comments on its intention to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection related to the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) and Exhibits. This collection is necessary for MARAD to determine an applicant's eligibility to enter a CCF Agreement and their compliance with program requirements. The CCF program assists owners and operators of U.S.-flag vessels in accumulating capital for modernization and expansion through tax-deferred ship construction funds. Since the last renewal, there has been a reduction in respondents, responses, and burden hours for this collection.

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