Approved for
three years. This clearance allows CDC to collect information as
part of emergency epidemic investigations for up to 90 days. If an
outbreak or investigation exceeds the 90-day exempt period, CDC
must obtain a full clearance (regular or emergency).
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2006
09/30/2006
09/30/2003
15,000
0
12,000
3,750
0
3,000
0
0
0
CDC receives requests from the State
and local health departments for scientific, medical, and technical
assistance in the event of an epidemic or medical emergency. This
clearence package enables CDC scientist a means to collect data in
the field.
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.