In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) and 5 CFR 1320, this collection of information is approved through May 31, 1991. AID's request for OMB review has not included items required under the previous terms of clearance, which were: By June 1, 1990, AID should submit a report to OIRA which includes: results of direct consultations with grantees on the burdens of reporting under Handbook 13, investigation of the actual use and burden of the travel itinerary information required under AID's system for clearance of visits by grantees, and an explanation of the Agency's efforts to meet the principles of the PRA, in particular efforts to ensure the practical utility of information collected and the minimization of burden. The next request for review must address these items.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/1991
05/31/1991
12/31/1990
1,100
0
1,100
40,880
0
40,330
0
0
0
AID IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THAT RECIPIENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE AND THAT THE PRUDENTLY MANAGE PUBLIC FUNDS. THESE INFORMATION COLLECTION AND RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS ARE NECESSARY FOR AID TO REVIEW AND MONITOR RECIPIENT'S RESPONSIBILITY AND COMPLIANCE WITH U.S. GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING USE OF FOREIGN ASSISTANCE FUNDS.
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.