Federal Register #2133-0530

MARAD Requests Public Comments on Renewal of Vessel Eligibility Information Collection

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), under the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to the eligibility of US-flag vessels over 100 feet for fishery endorsements. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Maritime Administration (MARAD) - Purpose: - Soliciting public input on the renewal of OMB information collection 2133-0530 - Collection determines if US-flag vessels (100 feet or greater) are owned and controlled by US citizens and eligible for fishery endorsements - Ensures compliance with the American Fisheries Act and international agreements - Stakeholders: - Vessel owners, charterers, mortgagees, mortgage trustees, vessel managers, and financial institutions - No procurement of products or services is involved - No OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are mentioned - No unique technical or product requirements; this is an administrative notice for public comment

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 under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection, OMB 2133-0530, is necessary for MARAD to determine if a vessel of 100 feet or greater in registered length is owned and controlled by U.S. citizens and eligible to receive a fishery endorsement to its documentation. The information collected will also be used to ensure compliance with the American Fisheries Act and to check for conflicts with international treaties or agreements. The affected parties include vessel owners, charterers, mortgagees, and financial institutions involved with such vessels.

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