This request is for continuaton of
ATSDR's Exposure Registry which began in 1989. The NER is an effort
to provide basic information concerning the impact of toxic
substances on the health of the general population by analyzing,
over time, any changes in the health status of those individuals
documented to have had likley exposure to selected toxic substances
from the environment. There are currently four sub-registries in
the NER.
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.