Federal Register #MARAD-2026-1519

Request for public comments on renewal of information collection for seamen's reemployment rights

This opportunity is a request for public comments from the Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the Department of Transportation, regarding the renewal of an information collection related to seamen's reemployment rights. - Government Buyer: - Maritime Administration (MARAD), Department of Transportation - Purpose: - Seeking feedback on the renewal of OMB-approved information collection (OMB 2133-0526) - Used to determine eligibility for reemployment rights for U.S. civilian mariners under the Maritime Security Act of 1996 - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of products or services - Notable Requirements: - Public comments are invited to improve the quality and reduce the burden of the information collection - Supports implementation of reemployment rights and benefits for merchant seamen serving during national emergencies

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 2133-0526, is used to determine if U.S. civilian mariners are eligible for reemployment rights under the Maritime Security Act of 1996. This information collection supports the implementation of provisions granting reemployment rights and benefits to merchant seamen serving during national emergencies. Comments are requested to improve the quality and reduce the burden of the information collection.

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