The NHSDA is a survey of the civilian, noninstitutionalized population of the United States, age 12 and over. The data will be used to estimate the prevalence of cigarette, alcohol, and illicit drug use and abuse of licit drugs. The results are used by SAMHSA, ONDCP, other Federal agencies, and other researchers and organizations to establish policy, direct program activities, and better allocate resources. A 200-household field test of a computer-assisted data collection methodology will also be conducted.
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.