Department of Homeland Security July 11, 2005 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is requesting OMB's approval to reinstate Information Collection Request (ICR) 1600-0005 (Solicitation of Proposal Information for Award of Public Contracts) which expired June 30, 2005. This ICR is necessary for businesses and individuals seeking contracting opportunities with DHS.

The Coast Guard is establishing temporary special local regulations during the ``Thunder on the Narrows'' boat races, a marine event to be held August 6 and August 7, 2005, on the waters of Prospect Bay, near Kent Island Narrows, Maryland. These special local regulations are necessary to provide for the safety of life on navigable waters during the event. This action is intended to restrict vessel traffic in portions of Prospect Bay during the event.

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Coast Guard intends to seek the approval of OMB for the renewal of one Information Collection Request (ICR). The ICR is for 1625-0089, The National Recreational Boating Survey. Before submitting the ICR to OMB, the Coast Guard is inviting comments on it as described below.

This notice solicits public input on the amount of potable water that should be available on inspected vessels. Section 416 of the Coast Guard and Marine Transportation Act of 2004 amended 46 U.S.C. 3305 on ``Scope and standards of inspection.'' This amendment adds a new item to the inspection process; that is, to ensure that each inspected vessel has an adequate supply of potable water for drinking and washing by passengers and crew. The Coast Guard is considering the options for implementing the new statute and seeks public input and information on criteria to determine the amount of potable water that should be available on inspected vessels.