It is our
understanding that the Department will consider publishing this
rule as a final rule during 1996. Also, we understand that
taxpayers are now relying on this rule.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/1998
08/31/1998
07/31/1995
2,300
0
0
1,150
0
1
0
0
0
Certain taxpayers are allowed to write
off the fixed basis of the stock of an acquired corporation rather
than the adjusted basis of the acquired corporation.
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.