Approved consistent with previous terms of clearance: If CDC chooses to use questions outside of those currently approved in the questionnaire bank, they must submit either a change request, or in the case of a new instrument, a Generic IC request, to OMB. In either case, CDC should submit a mini-supporting statement explaining why the additional questions or instruments are needed and how they will be used.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2011
11/30/2011
11/30/2011
6,000
0
6,000
3,000
0
3,000
0
0
0
CDC/NCHM is requesting approval for a revision of Health Message Testing System (HMTS). CDC must communicate hazards, outbreaks and other emergencies that present an urgent health threat to the public.
US Code:
42 USC 241
Name of Law: Public Health Service Act
Minor revisions to this Generic IC resulted in a reduction in burden hours but an increase in the number of responses for the next three year period.
$1,550,000
No
No
Uncollected
Uncollected
No
Uncollected
Carol Walker 4046394773
Reginfo record details
No
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.
Questionnaire Bank