In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for a three years. However, the agency must submit to OMB a schedule for the implementation of the computerized registration and licensing process before October 2003. In addition, prior to the next submission the agency should re-examine its regulatory requirements in 7 CFR 2.75 that specify forms for recordkeeping and result in a virtual prohibition on electronic forms of recordkeepting unless a variance is requested.
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We are amending the Animal Welfare regulations to reflect our policy of regulating wholesale dealers of dogs intended for hunting, breeding, or security purposes. We currently regulate these dealers under the same regulations in place for wholesale dealers of other dogs. This action would make the regulations consistent with our policy and would, therefore, clarify licensing and inspection requirements for affected dealers of dogs intended for hunting, breeding, or security purposes.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Animal Welfare Licensing and Inspection Requirements for Dealers of Dogs Intended for Hunting, Breeding, or Security Purpose