Prior to the commencement of the 2008 Survey of Government Employment forms distribution, the Census Bureau shall provide on its Internet site prominent links to a set of finalized survey forms, including instructions and cover letters, comparable to those provided for the 2007 Economic Census report forms. The final forms and letters shall reflect any changes in the survey year, OMB number expiration date, and Census leadership from those submitted for review.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/2011
36 Months From Approved
02/29/2008
18,160
0
96,591
14,733
0
82,520
0
0
0
This program provides government employment and wage data for state and local governments. The data are used to monitor the government sector of the economy and to formulate, develop, and review public policy. Federal agencies, state and local governments and the private sector use these data. The respondents to this survey are state and local governments.
The burden is decreasing because the 2008 and 2009 survey will be using a sample rather than a census. The Survey of Government Employment is on a five-year cycle. During four out of the five fiscal years the burden is low, but in the fifth year the burden goes up due to the Census. The next Census will be conducted in 2012.
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.
Government Employment Forms