The American Community Survey collects
accurate and timely socioeconomic and housing information about the
nation and its states, cities, and communities. As part of the
Census Bureau's plan to re-engineer the decennial census, the
American Community Survey will replace the long form in 2010. After
years of development and testing, the American Community Survey is
ready for full implementation nationwide in 2003.
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.