FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products will
conduct this experimental study to inform its implementation of
section 201 of the Tobacco Control Act to issue a rule directing
the use of textual warning statements accompanied by color graphics
depicting the negative health consequences of cigarette smoking.
The purpose of this experimental study is twofold: (1) it builds
upon previous research that informed the selection of textual
warning statement and image pairings that are designed to be the
most effective in increasing public understanding of the negative
health consequences of cigarette smoking; and (2) it eventually
will support a proposed rule in fulfilment of the Agency’s
statutory obligation under section 201 of the Tobacco Control
Act.
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.