Regulations at 50 CFR 648.81(f), 648.84.123(b)(3), 648.144(b), and 697.21 require that Federal fishing permit holders using specified fishing mark that gear with specified information (the official vessel numbers Federal permit number, tag number, or other method identified in the regulation). The regulations also specify how the gear is to be marked (e.g., location and visibility). Marking of gear aids law enforcement and also helps identify gear involved in damage, loss, or evil proceed- ings.
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.