This collection will need to be re-submitted at the 30 day notice stage before July 2010. In particular, OMB is interested in how DOD will mimimize the use of SSNs collected. Many of the forms lack a purpose section and where signatures are required, do not specify how long the authorization lasts.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/2010
36 Months From Approved
12/31/2009
85,825
0
92,525
18,699
0
19,434
0
0
0
West Point candidates provide personal background information which allows the West Point Admissions Committee to make subjective judgements on non-academic experiences. Data are also used by West Point Office of Institutional Research for correlation with success in graduation and military careers.
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.