IRS must provide
an explanation as to why this form cannot be converted to an
optional use worksheet and not be submitted at all or only by the
taxpayer selected for potential or actual audit. OMB requires line
by line statement of which data elements, if any, are entered into
the computers.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/1982
10/31/1982
10/31/1982
138,000
0
600,000
119,701
0
411,000
0
0
0
FORM 6251 IS USED BY INDIVIDUALS,
ESTATES, AND TRUSTS HAVING CERTAIN T PREFERENCE ITEMS OR CERTAIN
NONBUSINESS CREDITS, WHO MAY BE LIABLE FOR THE ALTERNATIVE MINIMUM
TAX WHICH IS TO BE ADDED TO TAX LIABILITY. TH INFORMATION IS NEEDED
TO SEE WHETHER TAXPAYERS ARE COMPLYING WITH THE LAW.
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.