CBP Seeks Comments on e-Allegations Info Collection
CBP is requesting comments by March 24 for an existing information collection on e-Allegations CBP proposes to extend the expiration date of this information collection with no change to the burden hours.
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e-Allegations
CBP established the e-Allegations website to provide a means for concerned members of the trade community to confidentially report violations to CBP. The e-Allegations site allows the public to submit pertinent information that assists CBP in its decision whether or not to pursue the alleged violations by initiating an investigation. Information collected includes the name, phone number and email address of the member of the trade community reporting the alleged violation. It also includes a description of the alleged violation, and the name and address of the potential violators. Such allegations can be submitted (here).
CBP Expects 1,600 Respondents
CBP estimates there will be 1,600 respondents per year. The estimated time per respondent is 15 minutes and the total annual hours are estimated to be 400.
Comments Requested on Ways to Minimize Burden, Etc.
CBP is asking for comments from the general public and other federal agencies on (a) whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimates of the burden of the collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden, including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and (e) the annual costs burden to respondents or record keepers from the collection of information (a total of capital/startup costs and operations and maintenance costs).
CBP Contact -- Tracey Denning (202) 325-0265
(Federal Register 01/23/14)