OMB remains
concerned about the low response rates for a few CIRs. Census
should provide an update on response rates covered by this
clearance annually (via email in a format similar to the E-2
attachment) and should keep OMB informed of any plans to cancel or
modify specific CIR collections.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2007
08/31/2007
08/31/2004
23,746
0
24,012
14,956
0
15,115
0
0
0
The Current Industrial Reports program
collects and publishes 10-digit North American Industry
Classification System (NACIS) basis product information on over
4,300 manufactured products. Survey results are available monthly,
quarterly, and annually. Government agencies use the data to
analyze specific commodities and industries. Approximately 36,000
manufacturing establish- ments report to the CIR program.
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.