Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request, 8643-8644 [E8-2786]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 31 / Thursday, February 14, 2008 / Notices rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with NOTICES Federal Pest Act authorizes the Department to carry out this mission. The regulations in 7 CFR Part 353 describes the procedures for obtaining certification for plants and plant products offered for export or re-export. APHIS provides export certification services to assure other countries that the plants and plant products they are receiving from the United States are free of plant diseases and insect pests. Need and Use of the Information: APHIS will collect information for applications submitted by operator/ owner of a non-government facility seeking accreditation to conduct laboratory testing or phytosanitary inspection. The application should contain the legal name and full address of the facility, the name, address, telephone and fax numbers of the facility’s operator, a description of the facility, and a description of the specific laboratory testing or phytosanitary inspection services for which the facility is seeking accreditation. If these activities are not conducted properly, the APHIS export certification program would be compromised, causing a disruption in plant and plant product exports that could prove financially damaging to U.S. exporters. Description of Respondents: Business or other for profit. Number of Respondents: 15. Frequency of Responses: Recordkeeping; Reporting: On occasion. Total Burden Hours: 300. Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Title: Importation of Tomatoes from France, Morocco, Western Sahara, Chile, and Spain. OMB Control Number: 0579–0131. Summary of Collection: The Department of Agriculture is responsible for preventing plant diseases or insect pests from entering the United States, as well as the spread of pests not widely distributed and eradicating those imported when eradication is feasible. Regulations in 7 CFR 319.56 through 319.56–8 prohibit or restrict the importation of fruits and vegetables into the United States from certain parts of the world to prevent the introduction and dissemination of plant pests, including fruit flies. These regulations allow tomatoes from Spain, Chile, France, Morocco, and Western Sahara to be imported into the United States (subject to certain conditions). Need and Use of the Information: The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will collect information using the phytosanitary certificate certifying that the tomatoes were grown in registered greenhouses in a specified VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:49 Feb 13, 2008 Jkt 214001 area of the exporting country. APHIS uses the information on this certificate to determine the pest condition of the shipment at the time of inspection in the foreign country. If the information is not collected, APHIS’ ability to protect the United States from exotic insect pests would be severely compromised. Description of Respondents: Business or other for profit. Number of Respondents: 34. Frequency of Responses: Recordkeeping; Reporting: On Occasion. Total Burden Hours: 1,704. Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Title: Black Stem Rust; Identification Requirements and Addition of RustResistant Varieties. OMB Control Number: 0579–0186. Summary of Collection: Under the Plant Protection Act (7 U.S.C. 7701– 772), the Secretary of Agriculture is authorized to prohibit or restrict the importation, entry, or movement of plants and plant products to prevent the introduction of plant pests into the United States or their dissemination within the United States. Black stem rust is one of the most destructive plant diseases of small grains that are known to exist in the United States. The disease is caused by a fungus that reduces the quality and yield of infected wheat, oat, barley, and rye crops by robbing host plants of food and water. Need and Use of the Information: APHIS will collect information to prevent the spread of black stem rust by providing for and requiring the accurate identification of rust-resistant varieties by inspectors. Description of Respondents: Business or other for profit. Number of Respondents: 4. Frequency of Responses: Reporting: On occasion. Total Burden Hours: 32. Ruth Brown, Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E8–2778 Filed 2–13–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–34–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request February 11, 2008. The Department of Agriculture has submitted the following information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13. Comments regarding (a) whether the collection of PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 8643 information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of burden including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Desk Officer for Agriculture, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), OIRA_Submission@OMB.EOP.GOV or fax (202) 395–5806 and to Departmental Clearance Office, USDA, OCIO, Mail Stop 7602, Washington, DC 20250– 7602. Comments regarding these information collections are best assured of having their full effect if received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling (202) 720–8681. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such persons are not required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. Forest Service Title: Commercial Use of Woodsy Owl Symbol—36 CFR Part 272. OMB Control Number: 0596–0087. Summary Of Collection: The Forest Service National Symbols Coordinator will evaluate the data to determine if an individual corporation, or organization, requesting a license to use the Woodsy Owl symbol commercially should be granted a license or, if currently licensed, to determine the royalty fee the licensed entity must pay to the agency based on a percentage of the licensee’s total sales and whether the licensed entity has met its stated objectives. Part 272 of Title 36 CFR authorizes the Chief of the Forest Service to approve commercial use of the Woodsy Owl symbol and to collect royalty fees for such use. An individual or corporation may apply for a Woodsy Owl license by contacting Forest Service personnel by telephone, fax, and e-mail or by writing. E:\FR\FM\14FEN1.SGM 14FEN1 8644 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 31 / Thursday, February 14, 2008 / Notices Need and Use of the Information: FS will collect information to determine how long the individual, corporation, or organization has been in business; the products the individual, corporation, or organization sells or plans to sell; the geographical location from which the products will be sold; the projected sales volume; and how the individual, corporation, or organization plans to market the products. If information is not collected royalty fees would not be collected in keeping with federal cash management policies, and quantity of merchandise objectives would not be effectively monitored. Description of Respondents: Business or other for-profit. Number of Respondents: 20. Frequency of Responses: Reporting: Quarterly. Total Burden Hours: 63. Charlene Parker, Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E8–2786 Filed 2–13–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–11–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request rwilkins on PROD1PC63 with NOTICES February 11, 2008. The Department of Agriculture has submitted the following information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104–13. Comments regarding (a) whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of burden including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Desk Officer for Agriculture, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), OIRA_Submission@OMB.EOP.GOV or fax (202) 395–5806 and to Departmental Clearance Office, USDA, OCIO, Mail Stop 7602, Washington, DC 20250– 7602. Comments regarding these information collections are best assured VerDate Aug<31>2005 16:49 Feb 13, 2008 Jkt 214001 of having their full effect if received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling (202) 720–8681. An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such persons are not required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. Agricultural Marketing Service Title: USDA Farmers Market Application. OMB Control Number: 0581–0229. Summary of Collection: The Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 (7 U.S.C. 1622(n) authorizes the Secretary to conduct services and to perform activities that will facilitate the marketing and utilization of agricultural products through commercial channels. The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is authorized to implement established regulations and procedures under 7 CFR part 170 for AMS to operate the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farmers Market, specify vendor criteria and selection procedures, and define guidelines to be used for governing the USDA Farmers Market annually. Information will be collected on form TM–28, ‘‘USDA Farmers Market Application.’’ Need and Use of the Information: The application was developed to ensure a uniform and fair process for deciding which farm operations are allowed to participate in the market, as well as ensure diversity of product for consumers. AMS will collect information to review the type of products available for sale and selecting participants for the annual market season. The information collected consists of (1) certification that the applicant is the owner or a representative of the farm or business; (2) name(s), address, telephone number and e-mail address; (3) farm or business location; (4) types of products grown; (5) business practices; and (6) insurance coverage. Description of Respondents: Business or other for-profit; farms. Number of Respondents: 20. Frequency of Responses: Reporting: Annually. PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Total Burden Hours: 2. Charlene Parker, Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer. [FR Doc. E8–2788 Filed 2–13–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–02–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection Business and Cooperative Programs. ACTION: Proposed collection; comments requested. AGENCY: SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Business and Cooperative Programs’ intention to request an extension for a currently approved information collection in support of the program for the Business and Industry Loan Program. DATES: Comments on this notice must be received by April 14, 2008 to be assured of consideration. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Lewis, Chief, Business and Industry Division, Servicing Branch, Business and Cooperative Programs, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Stop 3224, telephone (202) 690–0797, or e-mail david.lewis@wdc.usda.gov. The Federal Information Relay service on (800) 887–8339 is available for TDD users. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title: Business and Industry Loan Program. OMB Number: 0570–0014. Expiration Date of Approval: August 31, 2008. Type of Request: Extension of a currently approved information collection and recordkeeping requirements. Abstract: The collected information is submitted to the B&I loan official by loan applicants and commercial lenders for use in making program eligibility, financial feasibility determinations and loan security determinations as required by the Con Act. Estimate of Burden: Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to average 3 hours per response. Respondents: Individuals, rural businesses, for profit businesses, nonprofit businesses, Indian tribes, public bodies, cooperatives. Estimated Number of Respondents: 152. Estimated Number of Responses per Respondent: 2. E:\FR\FM\14FEN1.SGM 14FEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 31 (Thursday, February 14, 2008)]
[Notices]
[Pages 8643-8644]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-2786]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE


Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

February 11, 2008.
    The Department of Agriculture has submitted the following 
information collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance 
under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13. Comments 
regarding (a) whether the collection of information is necessary for 
the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including 
whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy 
of the agency's estimate of burden including the validity of the 
methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, 
utility and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to 
minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are 
to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, 
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or 
other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Desk 
Officer for Agriculture, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB), OIRA_Submission@OMB.EOP.GOV or 
fax (202) 395-5806 and to Departmental Clearance Office, USDA, OCIO, 
Mail Stop 7602, Washington, DC 20250-7602. Comments regarding these 
information collections are best assured of having their full effect if 
received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the 
submission(s) may be obtained by calling (202) 720-8681.
    An agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information 
unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB 
control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to 
respond to the collection of information that such persons are not 
required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays 
a currently valid OMB control number.

Forest Service

    Title: Commercial Use of Woodsy Owl Symbol--36 CFR Part 272.
    OMB Control Number: 0596-0087.
    Summary Of Collection: The Forest Service National Symbols 
Coordinator will evaluate the data to determine if an individual 
corporation, or organization, requesting a license to use the Woodsy 
Owl symbol commercially should be granted a license or, if currently 
licensed, to determine the royalty fee the licensed entity must pay to 
the agency based on a percentage of the licensee's total sales and 
whether the licensed entity has met its stated objectives. Part 272 of 
Title 36 CFR authorizes the Chief of the Forest Service to approve 
commercial use of the Woodsy Owl symbol and to collect royalty fees for 
such use. An individual or corporation may apply for a Woodsy Owl 
license by contacting Forest Service personnel by telephone, fax, and 
e-mail or by writing.

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    Need and Use of the Information: FS will collect information to 
determine how long the individual, corporation, or organization has 
been in business; the products the individual, corporation, or 
organization sells or plans to sell; the geographical location from 
which the products will be sold; the projected sales volume; and how 
the individual, corporation, or organization plans to market the 
products. If information is not collected royalty fees would not be 
collected in keeping with federal cash management policies, and 
quantity of merchandise objectives would not be effectively monitored.
    Description of Respondents: Business or other for-profit.
    Number of Respondents: 20.
    Frequency of Responses: Reporting: Quarterly.
    Total Burden Hours: 63.

Charlene Parker,
Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer.
[FR Doc. E8-2786 Filed 2-13-08; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3410-11-P
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