Federal Register #1625-0003

U.S. Coast Guard Seeks Public Comment on Revised Boating Accident Report Form Information Collection

The U.S. Coast Guard, under the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to its Boating Accident Report Form (CG3865) information collection process. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard (Department of Homeland Security) - Purpose: - Request for public feedback on revisions to the Boating Accident Report Form (CG3865) information collection (OMB Control Number 1625-0003) - Key Details: - No products or services are being procured - The revision includes updated terminology, clarified reporting requirements, and new instructions based on recent policy updates - The information collection is required for reporting marine casualties involving recreational boating (deaths, injuries, property damage, disappearances) - The Coast Guard seeks to ensure the collection is necessary, not overly burdensome, and improves data quality - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement action - Unique Requirements: - Public comments are invited to improve the clarity and efficiency of the information collection process

Description

The U.S. Coast Guard is requesting approval for a revision of the Coast Guard Boating Accident Report Form (CG3865) under OMB Control Number 1625-0003. This information collection ensures compliance with regulations requiring the reporting of marine casualties, including deaths, injuries, property damage, and disappearances related to recreational boating accidents. The revised form includes changes to terminology, reporting clarifications, and instructions based on a recent policy letter. Comments are invited to ensure the collection is necessary and not overly burdensome, with a comment deadline of September 8, 2026.

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