Intent To Request Extension From OMB of One Current Public Collection of Information: Certified Cargo Screening Standard Security Program
| Published date | 26 March 2024 |
| Record Number | 2024-06289 |
| Citation | 89 FR 20991 |
| Court | Homeland Security Department,Transportation Security Administration |
| Section | Notices |
Federal Register, Volume 89 Issue 59 (Tuesday, March 26, 2024)
[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 59 (Tuesday, March 26, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 20991-20992]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-06289]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Transportation Security Administration
[Docket No. TSA-2009-0018]
Intent To Request Extension From OMB of One Current Public
Collection of Information: Certified Cargo Screening Standard Security
Program
AGENCY: Transportation Security Administration, DHS.
ACTION: 60-Day notice.
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SUMMARY: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites
public comment on one currently approved Information Collection Request
(ICR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number 1652-0053,
abstracted below that we will submit to the OMB for an extension in
compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The ICR describes the
nature of the information collection and its expected burden. The
collection involves applications for entities choosing to participate
in TSA's Certified Cargo Screening Program (CCSP), including Certified
Cargo Screening Facilities (CCSFs) and Certified Cargo Screening
Facilities-Canine (CCSFs-K9). TSA is seeking an extension of this ICR
for the continuation of the CCSP in order to secure aircraft carrying
cargo.
DATES: Send your comments by May 28, 2024.
ADDRESSES: Comments may be emailed to [email protected] or delivered to
the TSA PRA Officer, Information Technology, TSA-11, Transportation
Security Administration, 6595 Springfield Center Drive, Springfield, VA
20598-6011.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nicole Raymond at the above address,
or by telephone (703) 507-0442.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C.
3501 et seq.), an agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is
not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it
displays a valid OMB control number. The ICR documentation will be
available at https://www.reginfo.gov upon its submission to OMB.
Therefore, in preparation for OMB review and approval of the following
information collection, TSA is soliciting comments to--
(1) Evaluate whether the proposed information requirement is
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency,
including whether the information will have practical utility;
(2) Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden;
(3) Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to
be collected; and
(4) Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those
who are to respond, including using appropriate automated, electronic,
mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms
of information technology.
Information Collection Requirement
OMB Control Number 1652-0053, Certified Cargo Screening Standard
Security Program, 49 CFR parts 1515, 1540, 1544, 1546, 1548, and 1549.
Section 1602 of The Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission
Act of 2007 (9/11 Act) requires TSA to develop a system to screen 100
percent of cargo transported on passenger aircraft no later than August
2010.\1\ The statute requires the screening to be commensurate with the
level of screening required to passenger checked baggage.\2\ TSA's
implementing regulations currently requires 100 percent screening of
all cargo transported on passenger aircraftin a manner approved by
TSA.\3\
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\1\ Public Law 110-53 (121 Stat. 266, Aug. 3, 2007), as codified
at 49 U.S.C. 44901(g)(2).
\2\ Id.
\3\ See 49 CFR 1544.205(g) and 1546.205(g)(1).
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TSA's CCSP supports the 9/11 Act mandate by providing a capability
for complying with the 100 percent screening requirement. TSA's CCSP
regulations allows shippers, indirect air carriers, and other entities
to voluntarily participate in a program through which TSA certifies
entities to screen air cargo off-airport before it is tendered to air
carriers for transport on passenger aircraft. CCSFs may screen cargo
off-airport and must implement measures to ensure a secure chain of
custody from the point of screening to the point at which the cargo is
tendered to the aircraft operator. The collection of information under
the CCSP (see OMB number 1652-0053) are incorporated into this ICR.
Section 1941 of the TSA Modernization Act required TSA to create a
program for third-party canine teams to screen air cargo.\4\ TSA
created the Third-Party Canine-Cargo (3PK9-C) program to expand the
availability of 3PK9-C teams certified to TSA's standards for screening
air cargo by explosive detection canine teams. TSA has incorporated
this capability under the framework of the CCSP, providing
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an opportunity for canine team providers to choose to be regulated as
CCSFs under 49 CFR part 1549 and approved to use Certified 3PK9-C teams
to screen cargo for TSA regulated entities.
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\4\ Division K of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (Pub. L.
115-254) (Oct. 5, 2018; 132 Stat. 3186).
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The 3PK9-C program has been critical in supporting the air cargo
industry in meeting international requirements. As a signatory to the
Convention on International Aviation, the United States has agreed to
apply the standards contained in Annex 17 as promulgated by the
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Amendment 14 of Annex
17 removed the distinction between passenger and cargo operations and
now requires that all cargo be subject to security controls, including
screening where practicable, on all commercial air transport
operations. Since June 30, 2021, the United States screens 100 percent
of air cargo transported on all cargo aircraft destined to outbound
international flights.
All CCSFs are required to allow TSA to assess whether a person or
entity meets the standards of the applicable security program
requirements. Pursuant to 49 CFR part 1549, canine providers
participating in this program are mobile and can screen and contract
with air carriers and standard CCSFs to screen air cargo, on or off
airport, with canine explosives detection teams certified as meeting
TSA's standards. The 3PK9-C program also approves third-party (non-
governmental) certifiers, operating under the 3PK9-C Certifier Order,
to evaluate canine teams to determine whether these teams meet the TSA
certification standards for explosive detection and ensures effective
security from the time the cargo is screened until it is accepted by an
aircraft operator or a foreign air carrier for transport.
As required by section 1941 of the TSA Modernization Act, no
federal funds can be expended for the training or certification of
canine teams operating under this program. As with the CCSF-K9s,
qualified persons may apply to become a 3PK9-C Certifier. If approved,
the 3PK9-C Certifier agrees to comply with an Order issued by TSA under
the authority of 49 U.S.C. 46105.
There are three programs issued under 49 CFR part 1549 that ensure
compliance with TSA's requirements by persons choosing to participate
in the program: (1) the Certified Cargo Screening Standard Security
Program (CCSSP), applicable to facilities-based CCSFs; (2) the
Certified Cargo Screening Program-Canine (CCSP-K9), applicable to
canine team providers; and (3) the 3PK9-C Certifier Order, applicable
to TSA-approved third-party certifiers. The collections of information
under the CCSP are incorporated into this ICR.
This ICR covers the following information collections: (1)
applications from entities that wish to become CCSFs, or CCSFs-K9; (2)
personally identifiable information to allow TSA to conduct Security
Threat Assessments (STA) and/or Criminal History Records Check (CHRC)
on certain individuals employed by the CCSFs, 3PK9-C Certifiers, CCSFs-
K9 and those authorized to conduct 3PK9-C Program activities; (3)
standard security program or submission of a proposed modified security
program or amendment to a security program by CCSFs and CCSFs-K9 or
standards provided by TSA or submission of a proposed modified standard
by 3PK9-C Certifiers; (4) recordkeeping requirements for CCSFs, CCSFs-
K9 and 3PK9-C Certifiers; (5) designation of a Security Coordinator by
CCSSSP holders, CCSP-K9 holders and 3PK9-C Certifiers; and (6)
significant security concerns detailing information of incidents,
suspicious activities, and/or threat information by CCSSSP holders,
CCSP-K9 holders and 3PK9-C Certifier Order holders.
The following are required to maintain participation under the
programs available under the CCSP:
CCSF Applications. CCSP applicants are required to submit
an application to become a CCSF or CCSF-K9 at least 90 days before the
intended date of operation. In addition, once certified, the CCSF or
CCSF-K9 is required to submit any changes to the application
information as they occur. CCSFs and CCSFs-K9 must renew their
certification every 36 months by submitting a new complete application.
CCSP applicants are required to provide TSA access to their records,
equipment, and facilities necessary for TSA to conduct an eligibility
assessment. See 49 CFR 1549.7. A CCSF-K9 applicant must also submit an
Operational Implementation Plan, described within the CCSP-K9 and any
changes to the plan as they occur.
STA Applications. TSA regulations require CCSP applicants
to ensure that individuals performing cargo screening and related
functions, and their supervisors have completed an STA conducted by
TSA. In addition, TSA's CCSP regulations require Security Coordinators
and their alternates to successfully have completed an STA. The CCSP
regulations further require these individuals to submit personally
identifiable information so that TSA can perform STAs. See TSA Form
419F, previously approved under OMB control number 1652-0040. See also
49 CFR 1549.111 and 1549.103.
CHRC. TSA requires collection of personally identifiable
information including fingerprints as necessary to conduct a CHRC from
3PK9-C Certifiers, CCSFs-K9, employees and authorized representatives,
and those authorized to conduct 3PK9-C program activities with
unescorted access to a Security Identification Display Area, screening
of air cargo, or carrying of explosives in the air cargo environment.
Recordkeeping. TSA requires CCSFs and CCSFs-K9, to
maintain records of compliance and make them available for TSA
inspection. See 49 CFR 1549.105. Similar requirements apply to 3PK9-C
Certifiers under the applicable order.
Security Programs. TSA requires CCSFs and CCSFs-K9 to
accept and operate under a standard security program provided by TSA,
or submit a proposed modified security program or amendment(s) to the
designated TSA official for approval initially and periodically
thereafter as required. See 49 CFR 1549.7.
The 3PK9-C Certifier Order. TSA requires 3PK9-C Certifiers
to accept standards provided by TSA through the 3PK9-C Certifier Order,
or submit a proposed modified standard to the designated TSA official
for approval initially and periodically thereafter as required.
(5) Significant Security Concerns Information. TSA
requires CCSFs and CCSFs-K9, and to report to TSA incidents, suspicious
activities, and/or threat information. See 1549.5. Similar requirements
apply to 3PK9-C Certifiers under the applicable order.
(6) Security Coordinator. TSA requires CCSFs and CCSFs-K9
to provide the name and contact information of the SC and one or more
designated alternates at the corporate or ownership level. See
1549.107. Similar requirements apply to 3PK9-C Certifiers under the
applicable order.
Estimated Burden Hours
TSA estimates the annual respondents of CCSFs, CCSFs-K9, and 3PK9-C
Certifiers to be 933 and the total annual hour burden to be 18,043
hours.
Dated: March 20, 2024.
Nicole Raymond,
TSA Paperwork Reduction Act Officer, Information Technology.
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