Federal Register #2026-16557

Department of Agriculture requests public comment on information collection for importation of gypsy moth host materials from Canada

The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking public comment on an information collection related to the importation of gypsy moth host materials from Canada. - Government Buyer: - Department of Agriculture - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) - Purpose: - Regulatory information collection to prevent the introduction of gypsy moths and other plant pests via imported logs, trees, shrubs, and related materials - Information Collection Requirements: - Use of phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, written statements, compliance agreements, and emergency action notices - Estimated 3,172 respondents and 7,524 total burden hours - No procurement of products or services is requested - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Notable Requirement: - Ensuring imported materials do not harbor plant or insect pests - Additional Reference: - Petition for nonregulated status for genetically engineered European plum lines (not a procurement request)

Description

This notice from the Department of Agriculture announces a submission for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) review and requests comments. It details the collection of information related to the importation of gypsy moth host materials from Canada to prevent the introduction and spread of plant pests. The information collection involves phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, compliance agreements, and emergency action notices. Comments on this information collection are requested by September 14, 2026.

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