Federal Register #2026-17370

USDA requests public comment on information collection for animal disease traceability and plant protection

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is requesting public comment on information collection activities related to animal disease traceability and plant protection. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) - Scope of Request: - Notice pertains to information collection, not procurement of products or services - Focuses on animal disease traceability and special need requests under the Plant Protection Act - Products/Services Mentioned: - Official animal identification devices (no specific part numbers or quantities listed) - Pest risk surveys (no specific products or quantities listed) - Requirements: - Collection of data from state, local, or tribal governments and businesses - Supports disease control, eradication, surveillance, and plant protection efforts - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement opportunity - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are provided

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. The notice details the purpose of the collections, including safeguarding animal health and preventing the introduction or spread of plant pests. Comments are requested to be submitted within 30 days of publication.

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