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USDA/APHIS

RIN: 0579-AC37

Publication ID: Fall 2008

Title: Regulation of Genetically Engineered Animals
Abstract: APHIS is seeking public comment and scientific and technical empirical data and information concerning ongoing and future research on genetically engineered animals. APHIS' interest is to ensure that if and when genetically engineered animals are imported into the United States or moved interstate, they do not present risks to U.S. livestock health. APHIS also seeks comment on what types of actions and approaches APHIS should consider in addressing any such risks.
Agency: Department of Agriculture(USDA)	Priority: Other Significant
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda	Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Prerule Stage
Major: No	Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined     (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
Legal Authority: 7 USC 8301 to 8317

Legal Deadline:  None

Timetable: Action Date FR Cite Request for Information  09/19/2008  73 FR 54360    Comment Period End  11/18/2008

Additional Information: Additional information about APHIS and its programs is available on the Internet at http://www.aphis.usda.gov.
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined	Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism: No
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No
Agency Contact: John Turner Director, Policy Coordination Division, BRS Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service 4700 River Road, Unit 146, Riverdale, MD 20737-1236 Phone:301 734-5720