DPHSDR, PHPPO, CDC propose to collect,
analyze, and disseminate data on the public health infrastructure
and performance of local health jurisdictions. The data will be
based on the framework of the ten essential services and will be
used to monitor progress toward accomplishment of national
infrastructure objectives included in Healthy People 2010 and by
health officials/policy makers for quality improvement and
strategic planning.
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.