THE REGULATION IMPLEMENTS SECTIONS
2(D) AND 3(D) OF PUBLIC LAW 89-777 (46 USC 817D AND E), WHICH
CHARGES THE COMMISSION WITH THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ASCERTAINING THAT
PASSENGER VESSEL OPERATORS ARE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE TO PAY
PERSONAL INJURY AND DEATH CLAIMS AND TO REFUND FARES. APPLICATION
FORM FMC-131 MUST BE COMPLETED TO RECEIVE A PERFORMANCE OR CASUALTY
CERTIFICATE.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.