Approved for one
year to give VA sufficient time to complete the data collection
phase of this study as given on p. 9 of the Supporting Statement.
VA will carefully consider the sample size and sample design in
making estimates and comparisons between different service
branches. The sample size was not designed to permit subgroup
estimates or comparisons for all service branches and results of
these analyses are to be interpreted cautiously. In addition, VA
will conduct analyses to assess potential biases by comparing the
characteristics of the respondents to nonrespondents and to persons
who were not located using the information available in the DMDC
database. VA will share the results of these analyses with OMB
prior to publication or dissemination of the study findings.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/2003
03/31/2003
4,500
0
0
3,375
0
0
0
0
0
There interviews will identify the
extent reservists experienced battery or physical assualt of a
sexual nature and the amount of subsequent counseling
sought.
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.