Approved with
the understanding that IRS will test alternatives for increasing
the response rate for the followup letter to 70 percent or better.
IRS is to consult with OMB during the planning of the test to
expedite clearance. OMB review action on the next submission for
extension of the ongoing collection program will depend on results
of the test program.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/1988
09/30/1988
01/31/1988
15,000
0
15,000
3,000
0
3,000
0
0
0
AFTER TAXPAYER PROBLEM IS RESOLVED
FOLLOW-UP LETTER COMMENTS ARE NEEDE TO EVALUATE INDIVIDUAL CASE
PROCESSING, MONITOR TAXAPYER SATISFACTION, AND PROVIDE A FORM FOR
TAXPAYER TO COMMENT OR SUGGEST IMPROVEMENTS ON THE PROGRAM. THE
F1285 SERIES LETTERS ARE USED FOR THESE PURPOSES.
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.