Notice2024-03001
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Greater Atlantic Region Vessel Identification Requirements
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Published
February 14, 2024
Issuing agencies
Commerce DepartmentNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Abstract
The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public's reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 31 (Wednesday, February 14, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Page 11255]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-03001]
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment
Request; Greater Atlantic Region Vessel Identification Requirements
AGENCY: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce.
ACTION: Notice of information collection, request for comment.
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SUMMARY: The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other
Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information
collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information
collection requirements and minimize the public's reporting burden. The
purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment
preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
DATES: To ensure consideration, comments regarding this proposed
information collection must be received on or before April 15, 2024.
ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit written comments to
Adrienne Thomas, NOAA PRA Officer, at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#206e6f61610e707261604e4f41410e474f56"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="9dd3d2dcdcb3cdcfdcddf3f2fcfcb3faf2eb">[email protected]</span></a>. Please
reference OMB Control Number 0648-0350 in the subject line of your
comments. Do not submit Confidential Business Information or otherwise
sensitive or protected information.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Requests for additional information or
specific questions related to collection activities should be directed
to Laura Hansen, Fishery Management Specialist, NOAA, Greater Atlantic
Regional Fisheries Office, (978) 281-9225, <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#561a37232437781e3738253338163839373778313920"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="2468455156450a6c454a57414a644a4b45450a434b52">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Abstract
This request is for the extension of a current information
collection. Regulations at 50 CFR 648.8 and Sec. 697.8 require that
owners of vessels over 25 ft (7.6 m) in registered length that have
federal permits to fish in the Greater Atlantic Region display the
vessel's name and official number. The name and number must be of a
specific size at specified locations: the vessel name must be affixed
to the port and starboard sides of the bow and, if possible, on its
stern. The official number must be displayed on the port and starboard
sides of the deckhouse or hull, and on an appropriate weather deck so
as to be clearly visible from enforcement vessels and aircraft. The
success of fisheries management programs depends upon regulatory
compliance. The vessel identification requirement, which is required of
all federally permitted fishing vessels in the Greater Atlantic region,
is essential to facilitate enforcement. The ability to link fishing or
other activities to a vessel owner or operator is crucial to the
enforcement of regulations issued under the authority of the Magnuson-
Stevens Fisheries Conservation and Management Act. When this
information is clearly displayed, it enables enforcement personnel to
easily identify Federal permit holders while engaged in fishing.
II. Method of Collection
No information is submitted to NMFS as a result of this collection.
The vessel's identification information must be affixed to the vessel
in the designated locations, as specified in the regulations.
III. Data
OMB Control Number: 0648-0350.
Form Number(s): None.
Type of Review: Regular submission (extension of a current
information collection).
Affected Public: Individuals or households; business or other for-
profit organizations.
Estimated Number of Respondents: 3,935.
Estimated Time per Response: 45 minutes (.75 hours) to affix vessel
information to the required locations.
Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 2,952
Estimated Total Annual Cost to Public: $59,025.
Respondent's Obligation: Mandatory.
Legal Authority: 50 CFR 648.8.
IV. Request for Comments
We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department/Bureau
to: (a) Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is
necessary for the proper functions of the Department, including whether
the information will have practical utility; (b) Evaluate the accuracy
of our estimate of the time and cost burden for this proposed
collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions
used; (c) Evaluate ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of
the information to be collected; and (d) Minimize the reporting burden
on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection
techniques or other forms of information technology.
Comments that you submit in response to this notice are a matter of
public record. We will include or summarize each comment in our request
to OMB to approve this ICR. Before including your address, phone
number, email address, or other personal identifying information in
your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment--including
your personal identifying information--may be made publicly available
at any time. While you may ask us in your comment to withhold your
personal identifying information from public review, we cannot
guarantee that we will be able to do so.
Sheleen Dumas,
Department PRA Clearance Officer, Office of the Under Secretary for
Economic Affairs, Commerce Department.
[FR Doc. 2024-03001 Filed 2-13-24; 8:45 am]
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