Federal Register #05510015

USDA Seeks Public Comment on Sugar Import Licensing Information Collection

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Foreign Agricultural Service, is seeking public comment on its information collection process for the sugar import licensing program. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Foreign Agricultural Service - Purpose: - Request for public feedback on the necessity and burden of collecting information required to administer the sugar import licensing program under 7 CFR part 1530 - The program allows for the import of raw cane sugar exempt from tariff-rate quotas, provided an equivalent quantity is exported as refined sugar, used in sugar-containing products, or in the production of certain polyhydric alcohols - Information collection is used to monitor compliance and prevent circumvention of U.S. sugar policies - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Unique or Notable Requirements: - This is not a procurement or award notice; it is strictly a request for public comment on the information collection process for regulatory compliance

Description

The Department of Agriculture has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection pertains to the regulation of sugar imports exempt from tariff-rate quotas, ensuring that imported raw cane sugar is matched by equivalent exports or use in production to prevent market circumvention. The agency seeks public comments on the necessity, utility, and burden of this information collection to ensure compliance and proper administration of the licensing program.

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