This collection request combines previous collections 3072-0009, 3072-0036, and 3072-0042, which are related collections. The FMC presently is undergoing a comprehensive inquiry targeted at reducing filing requirements where adaquate alternatives exist. It is expected that this inquiry will be completed within the next year. Therefore, this collection is approved for use by the FMC through Feb 1, 1985 under OMB control number 3072-0009. At that time, a clearer evaluation can be made in the light of the inquiry's conclusion.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/1985
02/28/1985
10/31/1984
574,618
0
369,746
256,572
0
158,818
0
0
0
COMMON CARRIERS BY WATER IN THE FOREIGN COMMERCE ARE REQUIRED BY SECTIONS 18(B) AND (C) OF THE SHIPPING ACT, 1916, TO PUBLISH TARIFFS CONTAINING THEIR RATES, RULES AND REGULATIONS. THIS INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE TO ANYONE WHO REQUESTS IT FROM THE COMMISSION FOR ANY VARIETY OF USES.
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.
46 CFR 536 - PUBLISHING AND FILING OF TARIFFS IN THE FOREIGN COMMERCE OF THE UNITED STATES