Federal Register #1625-0079

Request for Public Comment: Extension of STCW Information Collection

This opportunity is a request for public comment from the U.S. Coast Guard regarding the extension of an information collection related to the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Purpose: - Seeking public input on the extension of approval for information collection (OMB Collection No. 1625-0079) - Focused on compliance with the International Convention on STCW - Stakeholders: - Owners and operators of vessels - Training institutions - Mariners - No procurement of products or services is involved - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Notable Requirements: - Public feedback is requested on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection - Estimated annual burden hours have increased due to more respondents

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 collection number 1625-0079. This collection relates to the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), International Convention, with changes. The ICR describes the information to be collected from the public, including owners and operators of vessels, training institutions, and mariners. Comments on the proposed extension are invited and must be submitted by September 8, 2026.

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