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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has put out a call for public feedback on information collection practices related to geospatial metadata. This request invites comments on the necessity, accuracy, and methods of collecting such data, with the goal of minimizing the public's reporting burden. Public comments will be accepted until March 30, 2021, and will be considered in the agency's submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. NOAA's tools for collecting metadata support various scientific research fields and aim to enhance understanding and reuse of geospatial data.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting public comments on their information collection methods as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The comments will help evaluate and improve their data collection process related to customer satisfaction with NOAA's products and services. This will involve online surveys and emails, affecting both individual citizens and various types of organizations, with an estimated 10,000 respondents. Comments must be received by April 29, 2025, and are part of the public record to ensure transparency and solicit improvement ideas.

The Department of Commerce is inviting public comments on the necessity and impact of collecting economic data from Gulf and South Atlantic shrimp fishers who hold federal permits. This data collection is part of a larger effort to meet the goals of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The collected information includes shrimp fishers’ revenues, costs, and investments, which will be used to analyze their response to federal regulations. The deadline for submitting comments is May 19, 2025, and the data will be gathered via a mail survey to about 650 participants.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting public comments on the continuation of information collection related to fishery products involved in trade restrictions, under the High Seas Driftnet Fishing Moratorium Protection Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act. This collection ensures that imported fishery products comply with existing U.S. laws and standards. Public comments can be submitted via email, and the information collected helps in evaluating whether the current processes efficiently protect fishery compliance with international regulations. The NOAA aims to minimize the reporting burden while maintaining the flow of trade.

The Department of Commerce is inviting the public and other federal agencies to comment on the Chinook Salmon Economic Data Report (EDR) Program managed by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). This program collects data to help assess how well measures to reduce bycatch of Chinook salmon in the Bering Sea pollock fishery are working. They are renewing the information collection process which includes three forms: the Compensated Transfer Report, Vessel Fuel Survey, and Vessel Master Survey. Public comments are open for 60 days, and the information gathered will aid in enhancing the quality and utility of the data collected while minimizing reporting burdens.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting public comments on a proposed information collection related to coastal and estuarine land conservation. This collection is conducted under the Coastal Zone Management Act to support activities like land acquisition and restoration. The public has 60 days to submit their input, either electronically or by mail, on aspects such as the collection's necessity, accuracy, and ways to reduce reporting burdens. The NOAA intends to use this information to evaluate project proposals and ensure compliance with environmental laws.

The Department of Commerce is asking for feedback on their collection of information regarding the Fishery Capacity Reduction Program. This request is part of efforts to manage the burden of reporting on the public, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The main goal of the program is to reduce fishing capacity by compensating fishermen to give up their fishing permits or vessels. The public is encouraged to send their comments by March 23, 2021, to help evaluate and improve the information collection process.

The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking public feedback on the proposed information collection for the Individual Fishing Quotas (IFQ) for Pacific Halibut and Sablefish in Alaska. The IFQ Program aims to provide economic stability and manage these fisheries effectively, supporting coastal communities while protecting small-scale fishers. Public comments are invited until March 15, 2021, and individuals or organizations can submit their thoughts via email. The collection includes various forms and requirements to manage permits and quota shares effectively, and the feedback will help evaluate and improve the program's utility and reduce the reporting burden.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Department of Commerce, is seeking public comments on information collection related to scientific research and exemptions under fishing regulations, as mandated by the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. Interested parties have until March 10, 2025, to submit their comments, which will help NOAA assess and minimize the reporting burden. This request is an extension of an existing collection and involves submitting reports and requests for permits regarding scientific and educational activities that require temporary exemptions from regular fishing rules. Comments will assist in evaluating the necessity, feasibility, and impact of these collections.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has set a 3.0% fee percentage for 2024 under the Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) Program for halibut and sablefish in the North Pacific. This fee helps cover the costs involved in managing and enforcing the program. Fishermen must calculate their fees based on this percentage and the value of their catch, which they need to pay by January 31, 2025. Although management costs decreased, a significant drop in total fishery value keeps the fee percentage at this capped rate.