ATF is encouraged to eliminate the need for a physical signature, consistent with the Govt Paperwork Elimination Act.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2017
36 Months From Approved
10/31/2014
20,000
0
20,000
11,667
0
11,667
9,800
0
8,400
Under 18 USC 925, 26 USC 5844, and 22 USC 2778 ATF requires that Federally licensed and/or registered importers complete ATF F 6A (5330.3C). Form 6A is required for every importation of firearms, ammunition, and/or implements of war, with certain exceptions listed in 27 CFR Parts 447 and 478. The data provided by this information collection request is used by ATF to determine if articles imported meet the statutory and regulatory criteria for importation and if the articles shown on the permit application have been actually imported.
US Code:
18 USC 925
Name of Law: Crimes and Criminal Procedure
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.