National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee, 56928-56929 [05-19422]

Download as PDF 56928 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 188 / Thursday, September 29, 2005 / Notices Ms. Barbara Davis, Office of Information Management, telephone (202) 267–2326 or fax (202) 267–4814, for questions on these documents; or Ms. Andrea M. Jenkins, Program Manager, Docket Operations, (202) 366–0271, for questions on the docket. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Coast Guard invites comments on the proposed collection of information to determine whether the collection is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Department. In particular, the Coast Guard would appreciate comments addressing: (1) The practical utility of the collections; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden of the collections; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information that is the subject of the collections; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of collections on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Comments to DMS or OIRA must contain the OMB Control Number of the Information Collection Request (ICR) addressed. Comments to DMS must contain the docket number of this request, [USCG 2005–21473]. For your comments to OIRA to be considered, it is best if OIRA receives them on or before the October 31, 2005. Public participation and request for comments: We encourage you to respond to this request for comments by submitting comments and related materials. We will post all comments received, without change, to https:// dms.dot.gov, and they will include any personal information you have provided. We have an agreement with DOT to use their Docket Management Facility. Please see the paragraph on DOT’s ‘‘Privacy Act Policy’’ below. Submitting comments: If you submit a comment, please include your name and address, identify the docket number for this request for comment [USCG–2005– 21473], indicate the specific section of this document or the ICR to which each comment applies, and give the reason for each comment. You may submit your comments and material by electronic means, mail, fax, or delivery to the Docket Management Facility at the address under ADDRESSES, but please submit them by only one means. If you submit them by mail or delivery, submit them in an unbound format, no larger than 81⁄2 by 11 inches, suitable for copying and electronic filing. If you submit them by mail and would like to know that they reached the Facility, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard or envelope. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: VerDate Aug<31>2005 13:52 Sep 28, 2005 Jkt 205001 The Coast Guard and OIRA will consider all comments and material received during the comment period. We may change the documents supporting this collection of information or even the underlying requirements in view of them. Viewing comments and documents: To view comments, as well as documents mentioned in this notice as being available in the docket, go to https://dms.dot.gov at any time and conduct a simple search using the docket number. You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in room PL–401 on the Plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Privacy Act: Anyone can search the electronic form of all comments received in dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review the Privacy Act Statement of DOT in the Federal Register published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477), or you may visit https://dms.dot.gov. Previous Request for Comments This request provides a 30-day comment period required by OIRA. The Coast Guard has already published the 60-day notice (70 FR 38703, July 5, 2005) required by 44 U.S.C. 3506(c)(2). That notice elicited no comment. Information Collection Request Title: Defect/Noncompliance Report and Campaign Update Report OMB Control Number: 1625–0010. Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved collection. Affected Public: Manufacturers of boats and certain items of ‘‘designated’’ associated equipment (inboard engines, outboard motors, or sterndrive engines). Forms: CG–4917 and CG–4918. Abstract: Manufacturers whose products contain defects which create a substantial risk of personal injury to the public or which fail to comply with an applicable U.S. Coast Guard safety standard are required to conduct defect notification and recall campaigns in accordance with 46 U.S.C. 4310. Regulations in 33 CFR part 179 require manufacturers to submit certain reports to the Coast Guard about progress made in notifying owners and making repairs. Burden Estimates: The estimated burden has been decreased from 328 hours to 315 hours a year. PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Dated: September 20, 2005. R.T. Hewitt, Rear Admiral, Assistant Commandant for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Information Technology. [FR Doc. 05–19421 Filed 9–28–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–15–U DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard [USCG–2005–22234] National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of meeting cancellation and rescheduling. AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: The meetings of the National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee (NOSAC) and its Liftboat III Subcommittee announced in the August 30, 2005 Federal Register (70 FR 51360) that were to be held in New Orleans are cancelled. These meetings have been rescheduled in Houston where NOSAC and its Subcommittee will meet to discuss various issues relating to offshore safety and security. Both meetings will be open to the public. DATES: NOSAC will meet on Thursday, December 8, 2005, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Liftboat III Subcommittee will meet on Wednesday, December 7, 2005, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. These meetings may close early if all business is finished. Written material and requests to make oral presentations should reach the Coast Guard on or before November 23, 2005. Requests to have a copy of your material distributed to each member of the committee should reach the Coast Guard on or before November 23, 2005. ADDRESSES: NOSAC will meet in ‘‘Conference Room A/B’’ of the Hilton Westchase Hotel and Towers, 9999 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas. The Liftboat III Subcommittee will meet in the same room of the same hotel. Send written material and requests to make oral presentations to Commander J.M. Cushing, Commandant (G–MSO–2), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593– 0001. This notice is available on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Commander J.M. Cushing, Executive Director of NOSAC, or Mr. Jim Magill, Assistant to the Executive Director, telephone 202–267–1082, fax 202–267– 4570. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of the meetings is given under the Federal E:\FR\FM\29SEN1.SGM 29SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 188 / Thursday, September 29, 2005 / Notices Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. 2. Agenda of Meetings National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee. The agenda includes the following: (1) Report on issues concerning the International Maritime Organization and the International Organization for Standardization. (2) Report from Subcommittee on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) compliance of U.S. flagged Offshore Support Vessels including Liftboats. (3) Report from the Liftboat III Subcommittee on Liftboat Licenses. (4) Offshore Helidecks—new and revised API and ICAO standards. (5) Revision of 33 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter N, Outer Continental Shelf activities. (6) 33 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter NN, Temporary Final Rule on Deepwater Ports, and status of license submissions for LNG deepwater ports. Liftboat III Subcommittee. The agenda includes the following: (1) Review and discuss previous work. (2) Review Offshore Marine Service Association (OMSA) Liftboat Training outline. (3) Review Final Report of answers to NOSAC Task Statement on Liftboat Licensing. Procedural The meeting is open to the public. Please note that the meeting may close early if all business is finished. At the Chair’s discretion, members of the public may make oral presentations during the meeting. If you would like to make an oral presentation at the meeting, please notify the Executive Director no later than November 23, 2005. Written material for distribution at the meeting should reach the Coast Guard no later than November 23, 2005. If you would like a copy of your material distributed to each member of the committee in advance of the meeting, please submit 25 copies to the Executive Director no later than November 23, 2005. Information on Services for Individuals With Disabilities For information on facilities or services for individuals with disabilities or to request special assistance at the meeting, contact the Executive Director as soon as possible. VerDate Aug<31>2005 13:52 Sep 28, 2005 Jkt 205001 Dated: September 19, 2005. Howard L. Hime, Acting Director of Standards, Marine Safety, Security and Environmental Protection. [FR Doc. 05–19422 Filed 9–28–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–15–P 56929 Assistance Grants; 97.039, Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.) R. David Paulison, Acting Under Secretary, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Department of Homeland Security. [FR Doc. 05–19449 Filed 9–28–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9110–10–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Federal Emergency Management Agency [FEMA–1603–DR] DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Federal Emergency Management Agency [FEMA–3260–EM] Louisiana; Amendment No. 3 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Preparedness and Response Directorate, Department of Homeland Security. AGENCY: ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: This notice amends the notice of a major disaster declaration for the State of Louisiana (FEMA–1603–DR), dated August 29, 2005, and related determinations. EFFECTIVE DATE: September 21, 2005. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Magda Ruiz, Recovery Division, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Washington, DC 20472, (202) 646–2705. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives notice that pursuant to the authority vested in the Acting Under Secretary for Emergency Preparedness and Response, Department of Homeland Security, under Executive Order 12148, as amended, Vice Admiral Thad Allen, of the United States Coast Guard is appointed to act as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this declared disaster. This action terminates my appointment of William Lokey as Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: (The following Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Numbers (CFDA) are to be used for reporting and drawing funds: 97.030, Community Disaster Loans; 97.031, Cora Brown Fund Program; 97.032, Crisis Counseling; 97.033, Disaster Legal Services Program; 97.034, Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA); 97.046, Fire Management Assistance; 97.048, Individuals and Households Housing; 97.049, Individuals and Households Disaster Housing Operations; 97.050, Individuals and Households Program—Other Needs; 97.036, Public PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Louisiana; Emergency and Related Determinations Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Preparedness and Response Directorate, Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: SUMMARY: This is a notice of the Presidential declaration of an emergency for the State of Louisiana (FEMA–3260–EM), dated September 21, 2005, and related determinations. EFFECTIVE DATE: September 21, 2005. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Magda Ruiz, Recovery Division, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Washington, DC 20472, (202) 646–2705. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice is hereby given that, in a letter dated September 21, 2005, the President declared an emergency declaration under the authority of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121–5206 (the Stafford Act), as follows: I have determined that the emergency conditions in certain areas of the State of Louisiana resulting from Hurricane Rita beginning on September 20, 2005, and continuing, are of sufficient severity and magnitude to warrant an emergency declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121–5206 (Stafford Act). Therefore, I declare that such an emergency exists in the State of Louisiana. You are authorized to provide appropriate assistance for required emergency measures, authorized under Title V of the Stafford Act to save lives, protect public health and safety, and property or to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe in the designated areas. Specifically, you are authorized to provide emergency protective measures (Category B), including direct Federal assistance, under the Public Assistance program. This assistance excludes regular time costs for subgrantees’ regular employees. In addition, you are authorized to provide such other forms of assistance under Title V of the Stafford Act as you may deem appropriate. E:\FR\FM\29SEN1.SGM 29SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 188 (Thursday, September 29, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Pages 56928-56929]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-19422]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

[USCG-2005-22234]


National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice of meeting cancellation and rescheduling.

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SUMMARY: The meetings of the National Offshore Safety Advisory 
Committee (NOSAC) and its Liftboat III Subcommittee announced in the 
August 30, 2005 Federal Register (70 FR 51360) that were to be held in 
New Orleans are cancelled. These meetings have been rescheduled in 
Houston where NOSAC and its Subcommittee will meet to discuss various 
issues relating to offshore safety and security. Both meetings will be 
open to the public.

DATES: NOSAC will meet on Thursday, December 8, 2005, from 9 a.m. to 3 
p.m. The Liftboat III Subcommittee will meet on Wednesday, December 7, 
2005, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. These meetings may close early if all 
business is finished. Written material and requests to make oral 
presentations should reach the Coast Guard on or before November 23, 
2005. Requests to have a copy of your material distributed to each 
member of the committee should reach the Coast Guard on or before 
November 23, 2005.

ADDRESSES: NOSAC will meet in ``Conference Room A/B'' of the Hilton 
Westchase Hotel and Towers, 9999 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas. The 
Liftboat III Subcommittee will meet in the same room of the same hotel. 
Send written material and requests to make oral presentations to 
Commander J.M. Cushing, Commandant (G-MSO-2), U.S. Coast Guard 
Headquarters, 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001. This 
notice is available on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Commander J.M. Cushing, Executive 
Director of NOSAC, or Mr. Jim Magill, Assistant to the Executive 
Director, telephone 202-267-1082, fax 202-267-4570.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of the meetings is given under the 
Federal

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Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. 2.

Agenda of Meetings

    National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee. The agenda includes 
the following:
    (1) Report on issues concerning the International Maritime 
Organization and the International Organization for Standardization.
    (2) Report from Subcommittee on Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 
compliance of U.S. flagged Offshore Support Vessels including 
Liftboats.
    (3) Report from the Liftboat III Subcommittee on Liftboat Licenses.
    (4) Offshore Helidecks--new and revised API and ICAO standards.
    (5) Revision of 33 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter N, Outer Continental 
Shelf activities.
    (6) 33 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter NN, Temporary Final Rule on 
Deepwater Ports, and status of license submissions for LNG deepwater 
ports.
    Liftboat III Subcommittee. The agenda includes the following:
    (1) Review and discuss previous work.
    (2) Review Offshore Marine Service Association (OMSA) Liftboat 
Training outline.
    (3) Review Final Report of answers to NOSAC Task Statement on 
Liftboat Licensing.

Procedural

    The meeting is open to the public. Please note that the meeting may 
close early if all business is finished. At the Chair's discretion, 
members of the public may make oral presentations during the meeting. 
If you would like to make an oral presentation at the meeting, please 
notify the Executive Director no later than November 23, 2005. Written 
material for distribution at the meeting should reach the Coast Guard 
no later than November 23, 2005. If you would like a copy of your 
material distributed to each member of the committee in advance of the 
meeting, please submit 25 copies to the Executive Director no later 
than November 23, 2005.

Information on Services for Individuals With Disabilities

    For information on facilities or services for individuals with 
disabilities or to request special assistance at the meeting, contact 
the Executive Director as soon as possible.

    Dated: September 19, 2005.
Howard L. Hime,
Acting Director of Standards, Marine Safety, Security and Environmental 
Protection.
[FR Doc. 05-19422 Filed 9-28-05; 8:45 am]
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