The regulations are being amended to
require horses, ruminants, swine and dogs imported into the US from
regions of the world where screwworm is known to exist to be
inspected, and, if necessary, treated for infestation with
screwworm. These animals must be accompanied to the US by a
certificate, signed by a full-time salaried vet. official of the
exporting country, stating that the animals have been thoroughly
examined, that they have been treated with ivermectin, that any
visible wounds have been treated with camaphos, and that the
animals appear to be free of screwworm.
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.