APHIS currently regulates the
interstate movement of various articles due to the presence of
gypsy moth (a destructive pest of forest and shade trees) in
certain areas within the US and certain provinces in Canada that
are infested with gypsy moth. These items are as follows: trees
with and without roots, shrubs, logs, pulpwood, outdoor household
articles, and mobile homes imported into the US from certain
provinces in Canada that are infested with gypsy moth.
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.