This information collection is
necessary to comply with title 35 of the U.S. Code, which mandates
that the PTO issue patents and correct errors in or permit
reconsideration of patents via reissue or reexamination
proceedings. The affected public includes any individual or
institution whose application for a patent has been allowed or who
takes action as covered by the applicable rules.
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.