This information collection request
(ICR) is for a series of surveys to be conducted to determine the
effectiveness of no- discharge zones (NDZs) for vessl sewag and
marine sanitation devices (MSDs) in removing harmful pollutants
from the waste stream of the device. This ICR requests approval to
collect information from boat owners and operators, marina owners
and operators, and State and local government officials regarding
the effectiveness of NDZs.
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.