This request is for a new information collection request relating to Ocean Guardian Schools. The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS) in National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) proposes to collect information from parents about the attitudes and preferences and economic value they receive from having their child be involved with an Ocean Guardian School. These schools receive funding from the NOAA Office of Education and the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries.
US Code:
16 USC 1431
Name of Law: National Marine Sanctuaries Act
US Code:
42 USC 4321
Name of Law: National Environmental Policy Act
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.