The 1996 Race and Ethnic Test will
test major changes in, or alternatives to, the 1990 census race and
ethnic questions. Alternative census questionnaires will be mailed
to targeted areas with high proportions of persons in 6 racial and
ethnic groups. The reinterview is designed to assess the accuracy
and reliability of the race and ethnic information
collected.
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.