The supporting statement dated 5/28/16 updates a previous submitted supporting statement and addresses one comment that was received, The information collected is used by OFAC to implement its compliance and enforcement programs pursuant to the Regulations, including with respect to whether all travel to Cuba on direct flights from the United States is in accordance with U.S. law. Specifically, the information may be requested by OFAC to verify that travelers to Cuba on direct flights were licensed by OFAC to engage in such travel and facilitate OFAC's addressing of potential violations of the Regulations.
US Code:
50 USC App. 1-44
Name of Law: Trading With the Enemy Act
US Code:
22 USC 6021-91
Name of Law: Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity Act
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.