Records are used in enforcement of the
Animal Welfare Act (7 CFR 2131-2157). Record data is used to ensure
that regulated facilities are in compliance with the Act
regulations and standards promulgated under the authority of the
Act. This addendum eliminates tethering as a means of primary
enclosure. However, licensees and registrants may use temporary
restraint of dogs by tethering after obtaining written
approval.
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.