We have
corrected the cost figures in #14 to eliminate double counting of
cost and burden hours in item #'s 13 and 14.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2002
11/30/2002
02/29/2000
17
0
6
153
0
54
0
0
12,000
The application is required from all
citizens who own or operate vessels in the U.S. foreign or domestic
commerce who desire 'tax' benefits under the CRF program. The
annual statements are required from each respondent in order for
the Maritime Administration to properly administer and monitor
'merchant marine' program.
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.