Federal Register #0648-0548

NOAA Request for Public Comment on Permit Information Collection for Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and Sanctuary

This opportunity is a request for public comment from the Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), regarding the information collection process for permits in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and National Marine Sanctuary. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of products or services - Products/Services Requested: - Public feedback on the revised permit application and reporting process for activities within the Monument and Sanctuary - The process aims to streamline applications, remove redundant questions, and improve logical flow - Notable Requirements: - Information collected will be used to evaluate permit applications, monitor compliance, and inform management decisions - Applicants must provide details on professional qualifications, financial ability, activity duration and effects, appropriateness of methods, and impact on the Monument and Sanctuary - Estimated 192 respondents annually, with an average response time of 7 hours per application - No product or service procurement is involved in this notice

Description

The Department of Commerce is requesting public comment on the revision and extension of an approved information collection related to permit applications and reports for activities in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and National Marine Sanctuary. The collection aims to streamline the application process and includes authorities under the National Marine Sanctuaries Act. The information collected will be used to evaluate permit applications, monitor compliance, and inform management decisions. Comments are due by October 5, 2026.

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