26 Aug 2025

⚓Request for Comments on Maritime Service Obligation Renewal

Request for Comments on the Renewal of a Previously Approved Collection: Request for Waiver of Service Obligation, Request for Deferment of Service Obligation, and Application for Review

Summary

MARAD invites public comments on its intention to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed collection OMB 2133-0510 (Request for Waiver of Service Obligation, Request for Deferment of Service Obligation, and Application for Review) is used to determine if waivers and deferments may be granted to graduates of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) and State Maritime Academies (SMAs) who participated in the Student Incentive Payment (SIP) Program. There are no changes since the last renewal. MARAD is required to publish this notice in the Federal Register to obtain comments from the public and affected agencies.

Agencies

  • Transportation Department
  • Maritime Administration

Business Impact ?

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The text addresses the renewal of an information collection related to waivers and deferments of service obligations for graduates of maritime academies, which can affect business owners involved in maritime education and employment. Compliance with the service obligations could influence hiring and operational decisions in the industry.

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