To provide feedback and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and professionalism of investigators assigned to perform background investigations on behalf of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
EO: EO 10450 Name/Subject of EO: null
EO: EO 12968 Name/Subject of EO: null
Originally this ICR was submitted as an extension without change, when in fact the number of respondents went from 5,600 to 50,000 due to the increase in background investigation between 2005 and 2008, and based on the actual review of respondents between the previous collection approval and this submission.
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.