OPM is requesting the addition of a third party preparer certification by employing agencies who are submitting paper SF86 data into the eQIP system. There is no additional burden on members of the public who are being investigated. A mockup of the SF 86 is provided as a supporting document.
EO: EO 12968 Name/Subject of EO: Access to Classified Information
US Code:
5 USC 3301
Name of Law: Title 5: Government Organization and Employees
US Code:
5 USC 3302
Name of Law: Title 5: Government Organization and Employees
US Code:
5 USC 7312
Name of Law: Title 5: Government Organization and Employees
US Code:
5 USC 9101
Name of Law: Title 5: Government Organization and Employees
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.