This information collection supports implementation of FDA's Animal Feed Regulatory Standards Program. Respondents to the information collection are State agencies that conduct feed inspections and want to participate in implementing the standards.
This information collection reflects adjustment. Twenty-two (22) state animal feed regulatory programs are currently enrolled in the feed standards and there is a potential for total enrollment of thirty-four (34) states based on eligibility requirements for enrollment. The total estimated burden of this collection has decreased by 6 annual responses based on a reduction in recordkeepers from 40 to 34, as well as a decrease by 100,654 annual hours based on a reduction in the estimate for annual recordkeeping activities.
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.