This emergency PRA submission is approved for use through 06/97. OMB suggests, however, that DoD carefully evaluates the adequacy of the response space provided for certain questions. For example, OMB recommends that DoD expand the space provided for responses to question 4 regarding additional units within 50 km of Khamisiyah. In addition, OMB expects DoD to pursue all follow up procedures as outlined in its December 19, 1996 memo, even if response rates are higher than expected for early mailing waves. OMB believes that if DoD conscientiously follows these procedures the response rates are likely to exceed DoD's estimate.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
06/30/1997
06/30/1997
13,783
0
0
1,608
0
0
0
0
0
This information collection is necessary to facilitate investigation of the events surrounding the demolition of munitions at Khamisiyah, Iraq, during the period March 1-15, 1991. The information collected will be used to verify the respondent's location, learn about demolition-related events that may have been observed, encourage enrollment in a DoD or DVA clinical program, and to contribute to a better understanding of the events during and after the Gulf War and potential health consequences. Respondents for this collection are 13,783 Persian Gulf War veterans who are not serving on active duty.
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.