Approved for
286,000 hours of burden (130,000 responses 2.2 hr)
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/1999
10/31/1999
130,000
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The 1997 Economic Census covering
Construction Industry Sector will measure the economic activity of
more than 2.3 million establishments classified in NAICS. The
economic census, conducted under authority of title 14 U.S.C., is
the primary source of facts about the structure and functioning of
the Nation's economy and features unique industry and geographic
detail. Economic census statistics serve as part of the framework
for the national accounts and provide essential information for
government, business, and the general public.
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.