This West Nile Virus (WNV)
epidemiologic study will collect data from equine owners in up to 5
States in the Northeast. Data will be collected on infected horses
on the premises on which they reside, and on equine and premises in
the immediate area of the infected horse. Data collected will be
analyzed in an attempt to determine animal or premises risk factors
for WNV infection of equine.
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.