OMB is concerned
that the reported response rate of 21% significantly diminishes the
practical utility of this collection. Prior to future submissions,
the agency should discuss with respondents reasons for nonresponse
and possible measures to increase response rates.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2001
08/31/2001
09/30/1998
750
0
2,500
63
0
175
0
0
0
This is a voluntary survey of
recreational angler fishing catch and effort for billfish
throughout the Pacific area. The data is used for fishery
management and is reported annually in the billfish
newsletter.
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.