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.