CBP Seeks Comment on Info Collection for e-Allegations Submissions
CBP is seeking comments by Aug. 31 on an existing information collection request for e-allegations submissions, it said in a notice. CBP proposes to extend the expiration date of this information collection with no change to the burden hours or to the information collected.
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e-Allegations Submissions
In the interest of detecting trade violations to customs laws, 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. The 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. The e-Allegations website is accessible at https://apps.cbp.gov/eallegations/.
CBP Estimates
CBP estimated 1,600 total annual responses, estimated to create about 400 total annual burden hours.
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; and (d) ways to minimize the burden, including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology.
(Federal Register 06/30/20)