10 Jul 2025
📊CDC Proposes Generic Clearance for Emergency Data Collection
Agency Forms Undergoing Paperwork Reduction Act Review
Summary
The CDC submitted a change request to the OMB for a Generic Clearance to collect minimal case data during public health emergencies. This involves the addition of 11 new data elements to facilitate rapid and standardized data exchange between health departments and the CDC to effectively respond to emergencies.
Agencies
- Health and Human Services Department
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Business Impact
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The CDC's request for data collection directly impacts health departments and organizations needing to comply with new data submission requirements during emergencies. Businesses must prepare for potential regulatory adjustments, including data reporting burdens and compliance costs.