In accordance with 5 CR 1320, the information collection is approved. The agency is reminded that all information collections, including electronic collections, must display the OMB number and otherwise meet the requirements of 5 CFR 1320.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/2012
36 Months From Approved
04/30/2009
2,640
0
2,540
2,640
0
2,540
0
0
0
To investigate and diagnose foreign animal disease outbreaks and ascertain the source of infection, as well as any possible spread.
US Code:
7 USC 8301
Name of Law: Animal Health Protection Act
The number of respondents increased by +25 and the total annual burden hours increased by +100 due to a slightly larger number of animal incidents in the United States.
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.
APHIS 79.xls
ss 0071.doc
Foreign Animal Disease (Emerging Disease Investigation (FAD/EDI) Database