Any rule which
proposes a change to (or addition of) information collections
associated with this information collection should include
reference to this information collection package (and associated
OMB control number) in the preamble of the rule. The ICRs
associated with the proposed rules discussed in the supporting
statement should be submitted to OMB when each of the final rules
(referenced in the supporting statement)are submitted for OMB
review.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2013
36 Months From Approved
01/31/2012
171,016
0
171,016
164,144
0
164,144
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 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.