The supporting
statement specifies a requirement for a "penned ink original"
signature. Federal agencies are required to use e-signatures where
practicable. This collection is given a shortened approval period,
in which time MARAD should develop a plan to transition to use of
electronic signature.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
06/30/2013
36 Months From Approved
06/30/2011
195
0
195
210
0
210
0
0
0
The Maritime Security Act of 2003
provides for the enrollment of qualified vessels in the Maritime
Security Program Fleet. Periodic reporting is used to monitor
adherence of contractors to program parameters. Respondents are
vessel operators.
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.