THIS SURVEY WAS BEGUN IN 1951 TO
PROVIDE OF THE PRODUCTION AND SHIPMEN WHEEL AND TRACKLAYING
TRACTORS AND TRACKLAYING TRACTOR SHOVEL LOADERS. GOVERNMENT
AGENCIES USE THE DATA AS ONE OF THE KEY INDICATORS IN THE UNITED
STATES ECONOMY. BUSINESS FIRMS USE THE DATA FOR MARKET ANALYSI AND
LONG-TERM PLANNING.
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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).
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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;
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these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.