Rule 17a-5 sets forth the reports that a registered broker-dealer is required to prepare and file with the Commission. The rule facilitates the monitoring of the financial condition of securities brokers and dealers by the Commission. In addition, the rule requires broker-dealers with minimum net capital requirements of $5,000 or greater to file with the Securities and Exchange Commission and their designated examining authority form BD-Y2K. Form BD-Y2K collects information on the broker-dealer's preparation for any erroneous result caused by (i) computer software incorrectly reading the date "01/01/00" as being the....
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.