The FCRDP is a $2 million
demonstration program which seeks to reduce permanently the fishing
capacity within the northeast groundfish fishery through the
removal of full-time vessels and permits from the fishery. Only
Northeast Multi-Species Limited Access Individual Days at Sea,
Fleet Days at Sea, and Gillnet Vessels permit holders are eligible
for this voluntary program. Applicants must provide information on
vessel ownership, catch history, financial information, and a bid
for the amount for which Federal fishing permits will be
surrendered. NOAA will use the information to select
the....
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.