NOAA operates two space-based data
collection systems (DCS): the Geostationary Operational
Environmental Satellite (GOES) DCS and the Argos DCS, flown on the
Polar Orbiting Environmental Satellite (POES). NOAA allows users
access to the DCS if they meet certain criteria. Applicants must
submit information to ensure that they meet these criteria. NOAA
does not approve agreements when commercial services are available
that full users' requirements.
US Code:
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USC 313 Name of Law: Duties of Secretary of Commerce
Adjustment: One hour was added,
as the change in distribution between the two form resulted in
rounding both burden numbers up.
$1,000
No
No
No
No
No
Uncollected
Kay Metcalf 3017638142 ext.
134
No
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.