Approved without
change. As part of its next submission for this information
collection, FTC will update its information and cost burden data,
including allowing for online disclosure of warranti es.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2007
12/31/2007
11/30/2004
432,893
0
432,893
2,760,000
0
2,760,000
0
0
0
The Rule ensures that consumers can
make informed decisions by requiring that retailers make available
to consumers before purchase the terms of written warranties for
consumer products. The Rule also requires warrantors (i.e.,
manufacturers) to provide retailers with the materials necessary to
do so.
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.