OMB is
disapproving this collection because it fails to minimize the
burden on respondents, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act
44 U.S.C. 3502(2). The collection consists of two sets of forms
that appear to collect the same information. VA has failed to
explain why both sets of forms are needed. The circumstances in
which one set should be used instead of the other is not clear and
could lead to confusion and increase the time and effort burden on
respondents.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
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These forms are used by insured to
apply for replacement insurance to replace the amount that was
reduced at age 70. The information is required by law, 38 USC
Section 1904.
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.