This collection
is approved per changes agreed to with OMB and as outlined in the
AHCPR memo of 12/2/99. The information information collection
request is approved for 2 years. During this time, AHCPR will
continue to participate in the NCS/MEPS-IC interdepartmental
committee. The agency will report all recommended changes to OMB,
and provide OMB with an explanation of how it will respond to these
recommendations.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/2002
02/28/2002
33,839
0
0
19,639
0
0
0
0
0
These data will provide the basis for
researchers to address important questions for the benefits of
employers and policymakers alike.
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.