Federal Register #2026-17427

USDA Requests Public Comment on Animal Disease Traceability and Plant Protection Information Collection

This notice from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces a request for public comment on information collection requirements related to animal disease traceability and plant protection regulations. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) - Purpose: - Soliciting public input on the necessity, utility, and burden of information collection activities - Focused on animal disease traceability and special need requests under the Plant Protection Act - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - No products or services are being procured - No part numbers, quantities, or unique procurement requirements are included - The notice is part of the federal rulemaking process, not a procurement action

Description

This notice from the USDA (Department of Agriculture) announces the submission of information collection requirements to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. It solicits public comments on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection related to animal disease traceability and plant protection regulations. The notice details the importance of animal disease traceability for controlling and eradicating livestock diseases and the regulatory authority under the Plant Protection Act to restrict movement of plants and plant products to prevent pest introduction and spread. Comments are requested by September 25, 2026, and the notice is part of the federal rulemaking process.

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