FSIS is renewing the collection for the web-based information system that firms access online in order to provide the Agency with necessary information.
There is a reduction of 2,534 burden hours and 46,806 responses resulting from the removal of the FSIS Form 9540-1 for the import of meat and poultry products. The information collection burden incurred by this form is now covered under the Electronic Import Inspection information collection (0583-0127).
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.