OMB understands
that an NPRM to extend the current Temporary rule will be issued
shortly. We would like to review agency responses to public comment
before extending the collection with the Temporary rule changes for
3 years. Accordingly, the current collection with Temporary Rule
changes is extended through 9/30/02 during which time USCG would
share with us draft responses to public comment on any ICR issues
and subsequently make a submission to request a renewed expiration
date of 3/30/05. We would also be interested in reviewing the issue
raised by Counsel's office on requiring that arrival data be
transmitted exclusively by Internet. Note: The adjustments required
as a result of an earlier action have already reflected the 17,749
B. H. adjustment which was shown in Box 13 of the submission.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2002
09/30/2002
03/31/2002
136,278
0
136,278
39,037
0
39,037
0
0
0
The Ports and Waterways Safety Act
authorizes the Coast Guard to require pre-arrival messages from any
vessel entering a port or place in the United States. This
information is required to control vessel traffic, develop
contingency plans and enforce regulations. Vessel owners and
operators may apply for a waiver of these rules.
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.