Notice2021-27895
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
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December 23, 2021
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[Federal Register Volume 86, Number 244 (Thursday, December 23, 2021)]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2021-27895]
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
December 20, 2021.
The Department of Agriculture will submit the following information
collection requirement(s) to OMB for review and clearance under the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13 on or after the date
of publication of this notice. Comments are requested regarding:
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; the accuracy of the agency's
estimate of burden including the validity of the methodology and
assumptions used; ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of
the information to be collected; and 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 Comments regarding these information collections are best
assured of having their full effect if received by January 24, 2022.
Written comments and recommendations for the proposed information
collection should be submitted within 30 days of the publication of
this notice on the following website <a href="http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain">www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain</a>.
Find this particular information collection by selecting ``Currently
under 30-day Review--Open for Public Comments'' or by using the search
function
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: Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grant (MPIRG).
OMB Control Number: 0581-0324.
Summary of Collection: The information collection requirements in
this request are needed for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA),
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) to administer a new competitive
grant program, entitled the Meat and Poultry Interstate Shipment and
Inspection Readiness Program (MPIRG), under its Transportation and
Marketing Program's Grants Division and in accordance with the Uniform
Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements
for Federal Awards (Super Circular) (2 CFR part 200).
MPIRG is authorized and funded by the Consolidated Appropriations
Act, 2021 in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain
risks in U.S. meat and poultry processing systems. The MPIRG supports
meat and poultry slaughter and processing facilities in making facility
improvements and carrying out other planning activities necessary to
attain Federal inspection and allow for interstate shipment.
Need and Use of the Information: The information collected is
needed to certify that grant participants are complying with applicable
program regulations, and the data collected is the minimum information
necessary to effectively carry out the program requirements. The
information collection requirements in this request are essential to
carry out the intent of section 764 of the CAA, to provide the
respondents the type of service they request, and for AMS to administer
this program.
Description of Respondents: Business or other for-profit; Farms.
Number of Respondents: 2,798.
Frequency of Responses: Recordkeeping; Reporting.
Total Burden Hours: 12,005.
Agricultural Marketing Service
Title: AMS Research Cooperative Agreements Generic Clearance.
OMB Control Number: 0581-New.
Summary of Collection: Under the Agricultural Marketing Act of
1946, as amended (7 U.S.C. 1621 et seq.), AMS is responsible for
conducting research to enhance market access for small and medium sized
farmers. The role of the Marketing Services Division (MSD) within AMS
is to research marketing and distribution of U.S. agricultural
products. The division identifies marketing challenges and
opportunities, researches and provides analysis to help business
enterprises, local communities, governments, and other stakeholders
take advantage of those opportunities, and also develops, evaluates,
and disseminates strategies including methods to diversify and expand
direct-marketing farming and producer operations. MSD works to improve
market access for producers and develop new markets through three main
roles as a researcher, a convener, and a technical assistance provider.
In AMS' vision, local food producers, markets, and communities have
access to ideas, innovations, and research in order to grow and sustain
productive businesses and support community development. Such
information ensures that opportunities for U.S. food producers are
readily available and communities are equipped to successfully grow and
sell regionally produced foods, while also supporting increased access
to locally produced foods.
Need and Use of the Information: This generic clearance will allow
AMS to respond quickly to emerging issues and data collection needs.
The surveys will cover topics such as: Feasibility studies, challenges
and opportunities facing local and regional food systems, market
access, community development, local, regional and State ordinances,
development and expansion of marketing opportunities, food safety, and
food access, as well as adjustments to market disruptions (such as the
current pandemic restrictions) and logistical impediments.
Description of Respondents: Business or other for-profit; Farms.
Number of Respondents: 30,000.
Frequency of Responses: Reporting: On occasion.
Total Burden Hours: 15,000.
Levi S. Harrell,
Departmental Information Collection Clearance Officer.
[FR Doc. 2021-27895 Filed 12-22-21; 8:45 am]
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