Approved in
concept. However, this does not authorize NSF to collect any data
since the questionnaires have not yet been developed. NSF must
submit copies of all instruments used for data collection along
with a revised burden estimate before further approval can be
obtained.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
06/30/1984
06/30/1984
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THE FIVE-YEAR OUTLOOK ON SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY IS REQUIRED IN TITLE I OF THE NATIONAL SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY POLICY, ORGANIZATION, AND PRIORITIES ACT OF 1976 (PUBLIC
LAW 94-282). THREE VOLUMES OF REPORTS HAVE BEEN PREPARED SINCE
1979. THE PRESENT STUDY WILL MEASURE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF REPORTS
IN MEETING THE LEGISLATIVE MANDATE.
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.