This information collection is being requested in order that States can submit State Plan preprints to CMS for review and approval in order that States can implement the Health Opportunity Account alternative benefit in their Medicaid program. We will be sending a State Medicaid Director letter and State Plan preprint to States in an effort to request these changes if they so choose and to make the process as simple as possible.
US Code:
42 USC 1396
Name of Law: Section 1901 of the Act
Statute at Large:
6 Stat. 6082
Name of Statute: null
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.