Federal Register #2026-11778

NOAA Request for Public Comment on South Pacific Tuna Act Information Collection

This opportunity is a request for public comment from the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding the renewal of an information collection under the South Pacific Tuna Act. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Purpose: - Seeking public input on the continued collection of data from U.S. purse seine vessels operating under the Treaty on Fisheries between Pacific Island States and the United States - Data collected includes vessel license, registration, catch, and unloading information - No procurement of products or services is involved - No OEMs or commercial vendors are being solicited - Requirements focus on regulatory compliance with the Treaty and the Paperwork Reduction Act - The information supports U.S. treaty obligations, fisheries management, and enforcement

Description

The Department of Commerce, through NOAA, is requesting public comments on the proposed collection of information related to the South Pacific Tuna Act. This collection involves gathering vessel license, registration, catch, and unloading data from U.S. purse seine vessels fishing under the Treaty on Fisheries between Pacific Island States and the U.S. The information is used to meet U.S. obligations under the Treaty and to support fishery management and enforcement efforts. Comments are invited to assess the impact and minimize reporting burdens.

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