This proposed collection of
information would require trawl catcher/processor vessels fishing
in the Aleutian Islands to install and use Vessel Monitoring System
units when participating in the Atka mackerel fishery. The vessel
owners would be responsible for installing and maintaining the
units, ensuring data transmission, and for the data transmission
charges. The information is needed for enforcement of fishery
management regulations.
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.