CDC collects information about the
activities and attributes of central cancer registries funded by
the National Program of Cancer Registries (NPCR). Beginning in
2009, CDC proposes to change the datea collection frequency from
annual to every other year, with data collection occurring only in
odd-numbered years. Information will be used to monitor NPCR
registries' progress towards program standards and objectives and
to disseminate information about the NPCR. Continued clearance is
requested for three years.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.