This collection is phase I in the
implementation of the new COMP2000 program. COMP2000, when fully
implemented, will integrate three separate BLS compensation
programs: Occupational Compensation Survey Program (OGSP),
Employment Cost Index (ECI), and the Employee Benefits Survey
(EBS). Data are collected from both the private non-farm economy
and State and local governments. Data produced from this survey are
critical in determining pay increases for Federal workers, in
determining monetary policy, and are widely used by compensation
administrators and researchers in the private sector.
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.