This is a request for clearance for
the voluntary collection of acute Porcine Reproductive and
Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) data from individuals and organizations
involved in the swine industry. Acute PRRS may represent the
emergence of a new pathogen and may be the start of a major
national epidemic. This syndrome is characterized by high levels of
sow abortions, sow deaths, and preweaning piglet deaths in swine
herds of all sizes. Information from this data collection activity
would aid in early control or eradication of acute PRRS.
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.