UNDER THE S-K ACT, FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE IS MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF COMMERCE TO
THE PUBLIC FOR PROJECTS WHICH HELP STRENGTHEN OR DEVELOP THE U.S.
FISHING INDUSTRY. INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO DECIDE WHICH PROJECTS
SHOULD BE FUNDED. QUARTERLY REPORTS ARE NEEDED TO ENSU FEDERAL
MONIES ARE USED PROPERLY. FINAL REPORTS ARE NEEDED TO ASSESS THE
SUCCESS OF COMPLETED PROJECTS.
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.