In making a
future request for approval of this information collection
instrument, MSPB should develop data to address the following: 1.
The percentage of appellents that utilize the form in filing an
appeal. 2. The relative completeness of those submissions that do
not utilize the standard form and the additional time spent by MSPB
staff in developing complete information where the standard form is
not used.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2000
12/31/2000
09/30/1999
9,000
0
9,000
4,500
0
4,500
0
0
0
This is a voluntary form completed by
individuals who file an appeal with the U.S. Merit Systems
Protection Board. The form serves as a guide to appellants in
providing all needed information.
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.