This information
collection is approved through 6-98 under the following conditions:
As agreed to by FCS, the Agency will modify the sample selection
methodology to initially collect information from 480 SFA's to
ensure the research attains the necessary number of cases, given
the expected non-response rate. FCS will need to re-run the
randomized sample within each Region to reflect these terms.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
06/30/1998
06/30/1998
400
0
0
5,200
0
0
0
0
0
This study is designed to provide
statistically valid national estimates of food acquisitions made by
schools participating in NSLP/SBP. It will also identify food
purchase practices used by these schools.
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.