Federal Register #1625-0042

Coast Guard Seeks Public Comment on Lightering Information Collection Requirements

This notice from the U.S. Coast Guard (Department of Homeland Security) seeks public comment on an Information Collection Request (ICR) related to the lightering of oil and hazardous material cargoes. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security - Purpose: - Request for public input on the extension of approval for information collection (OMB Collection 1625-0042) - Focuses on requirements for lightering (transfer) of oil and hazardous material cargoes and advance notice of transfer - Stakeholders: - Owners, masters, and agents of lightering vessels - Facility representatives involved in cargo transfer operations - No procurement of products or services is involved - No OEMs, vendors, or specific products/services are mentioned - Unique Requirements: - Seeks input to ensure timely emergency response and minimize environmental damage from spills - Issued under the Paperwork Reduction Act to assess the utility, accuracy, and burden of the information collection

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 its approval for collection number 1625-0042. This collection relates to requirements for lightering of oil and hazardous material cargoes and advance notice of transfer. The ICR describes the information sought from the public to ensure timely response to emergencies and minimize environmental damage from spills. Comments on this request are invited and must be received by September 8, 2026.

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