Coast Guard Seeks Permission to Keep Inspecting Shipping Containers As Usual
Published Date: 12/1/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard wants to keep collecting info for its Intermodal Container Inspection Program without making any changes. They’re asking the public to share thoughts by January 30, 2026, before they ask the government to approve this again. This helps keep shipping safe and smooth, with no new costs or extra paperwork for businesses.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
No New Paperwork for Container Owners
The Coast Guard plans to continue the Intermodal Container Inspection Program information collection 'without change' and states there will be no new costs or extra paperwork for businesses. The public may comment on the extension request through January 30, 2026.
Annual Paperwork Burden Increased to 770 Hours
The Coast Guard estimates the annual hour burden for the Intermodal Container Inspection Program increased from 625 hours to 770 hours per year because the estimated number of responses rose. The collection uses forms CG-5577, CG-5577A, and CG-5577B and lists respondents as owners of container facilities.
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