This information collection request supports rulemaking to establish an OTC category of hearing aid devices to enable these devices to become more accessible to American consumers.
To reflect one-time burden respondents may incur adjusting to the new requirements, we have added 945 responses and 87,570 hours to our annualized estimate. To reflect recurring burden we attribute to maintaining compliance with the new requirements, we have added 1,680 responses and 16,800 hours annually. Cumulatively, these adjustments result in an increase of 2,625 responses and 104,370 hours annually to the information collection.
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.