The information is needed to carry out
the reporting and recordkeeping requirements of 16 U.S.C. 4711
regarding the management of ballast water, to prevent the
introduction and spread of aquatic nuisance species into U.S.
waters. Respondents are owners and operators of certain
vessels.
The change in burden is an
Adjustment due to a change in the number of vessels arrivals.
$725,600
No
No
Uncollected
Uncollected
Uncollected
Uncollected
David DuPont 202
372-1497
No
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.