Transportation Statistics Bureau
2026-09-25 · Notice
Notice of Request for Clearance of a Revision of a Currently Approved Information Collection: National Census of Ferry Operators
Official abstract: In accordance with the requirements of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the BTS to request the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB's) approval for new iterations of an on-going biennial information collection related to the nation's ferry operations. The information collected from each census will be used to produce a descriptive database of existing ferry operations. A summary report of census findings will also be published by BTS on the BTS web page: www.bts.gov/ncfo.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-09-01 · Notice
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Drone Infrastructure Inspection Grant (DIIG) Program
Official abstract: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and its implementing regulations, the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology (OST-R) invites the general public and all other interested entities to comment on a new information collection request associated with a new Federal Assistance program entitled "2026 Drone Infrastructure Inspection Grant (DIIG) Program." This program was established under the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 to support government entities in deploying and enhancing highly automated drone systems for critical infrastructure safety inspections. OST-R is seeking a new OMB Control Number for this data collection effort.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-08-20 · Notice
Notice of Request for Clearance of a New Information Collection: Intermodal Freight Facilities Air-to-Truck and Mail Cargo Geospatial Data Update
Official abstract: In accordance with the requirements of section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of BTS to request approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the bureau to update the geospatial "Intermodal Freight Facilities Air-to-Truck" dataset for the legislatively mandated National Transportation Atlas Database (NTAD). This data collection will reach out to airport industry experts at 113 major U.S. airports (which collectively handled about 98 percent of U.S. air freight in 2024) to verify the location of intermodal facilities, mail transfer facilities, and the physical and operational characteristics of these facilities within respective airport boundaries. The updated information will be published on the NTAD: https://geodata.bts.gov/.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-07-09 · Notice
Notice of Request for Clearance of a Revision to a Currently Approved Information Collection: National Census of Ferry Operators
Official abstract: In accordance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the BTS to request the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB's) approval for new iterations of an on-going biennial information collection related to the nation's ferry operations. The information collected from each Census will be used to produce a descriptive database of existing ferry operations. A summary report of census findings will also be published by BTS on the BTS web page: www.bts.gov/ncfo.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-06-25 · Notice
Agency Information Collection Activities; Renewal of a Previously Approved Information Collection: Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW)
Official abstract: BTS has submitted the following information collection requirement to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. BTS is requesting approval to renew an existing ICR 2138-0049, Freight Logistics Optimization Works. The renewal of this ICR will enable BTS to continue collecting intermodal trade data in support of the FLOW program's aim to improve supply chain efficiencies. This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published in the Federal Register on March 2, 2026. BTS received two comments. The purpose of this notice is to respond to comments received on the first notice and allow 30 days for public comment to OMB on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-06-23 · Notice
Request for Information: Shaping the Future of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics; Extension of Comment Period
Official abstract: This notice extends the public comment period for the Request for Information (RFI) titled, "Shaping the Future of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS)," which was published in the Federal Register on June 1, 2026 (91 FR 32508). BTS is taking this action in response to requests from the public to allow interested parties additional time to review the notice and prepare meaningful comments. The original comment period was scheduled to close on July 2, 2026. BTS has determined that an extension of the comment period until July 31, 2026 is appropriate.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-06-01 · Notice
Request for Information: Shaping the Future of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics
Official abstract: The Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) seeks public input to evaluate the utility of its product portfolio, identify critical data gaps in the national transportation picture, and improve the user experience for all stakeholders. As the transportation landscape evolves with new technologies and supply chain shifts, BTS is committed to ensuring its resources remain relevant and accessible. Feedback received through this Request for Information (RFI) will help guide the strategic alignment of BTS's product portfolio with the technical and analytical requirements of the public.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-05-26 · Notice
Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data; Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request
Official abstract: BTS within the Department of Transportation has submitted the following information collection requirement to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published in the Federal Register on March 11, 2026 and no comments were received. BTS is forwarding the proposed Data Security Requirements for Accessing Confidential Data information collection to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the publication of this second notice. The full submission may be found at: http:// www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-05-08 · Notice
Agency Information Collection: Activity Under OMB Review; Report of Traffic and Capacity Statistics-The T-100 System
Official abstract: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics invites the general public, industry and other governmental parties to comment on the continuing need for and usefulness of DOT requiring U.S. and foreign air carriers to file traffic and capacity data pursuant to 14 CFR 241.19 and Part 217, respectively. These reports are used to measure air transportation activity to, from, and within the United States.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-04-27 · Notice
Agency Information Collection Activities; Renewal of a Previously Approved Information Collection: Oil and Gas Industry Safety Data Program
Official abstract: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, BTS announces its plan to submit the information collection request (ICR) described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its review and approval and invites public comment. BTS is requesting approval to renew an existing ICR 2138-0048, Industry Safety Data Program. The Oil and Gas Industry Safety Data (ISD) program is a component of BTS' SafeOCS data sharing framework, which provides a trusted, proactive means for the offshore oil and gas industry to report sensitive and proprietary safety information and to identify early warnings of potential safety issues not previously exposed from analysis of reportable accidents and incidents. The program is sponsored by the Department of the Interior and operated independently by BTS. Companies participating in the ISD program voluntarily submit safety data; there is no regulatory requirement to submit such data. The renewal of this ICR will enable BTS to continue collecting voluntary reports of near misses and other safety information, enabling analyses that provide the industry and other stakeholders with valuable information regarding precursors to safety risks and that contribute to research and development of intervention programs aimed at preventing accidents and fatalities on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS).
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →
2026-04-27 · Notice
Agency Information Collection Activities; Renewal of a Previously Approved Information Collection: Barrier Failure Reporting in Oil and Gas Operations on the Outer Continental Shelf
Official abstract: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, BTS announces its plan to submit the information collection request (ICR) described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its review and approval and invites public comment. BTS is requesting approval to renew an existing ICR 2138-0046, Barrier Failure Reporting in Oil and Gas Operations on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). The renewal of this ICR will enable BTS to continue collecting equipment failure data to provide a comprehensive source of information about failure types and modes of critical safety barriers for offshore operations related to well control and production safety systems.
Read the original on FederalRegister.gov →