The objective of this project is
collect data necessary for estimating the demand for saltwater
fishing trips by Alaska saltwater anglers and for understanding the
factors affecting this demand. This information is needed to
improve federal management decisions affecting Alaska saltwater
recreational fisheries, principally the halibut fishery. The data
collection consists of conducting a formal pretest and full
implementation of a mail survey using a random sample of U.S.
residents who have purchased a license to fish in Alaska.
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.