This survey will provide improved statistics for the executive and legislative branches on income distribution and data not previously available on eligibility for and participation in government programs. Changes in status and participation will be measured over time. These data will support policy and program planning. All people 15 years old or older in sample households are interviewed.
The 2012 SIPP-EHC Field Test is submitted as a revision to decrease burden by 221 hours. The decrease in burden hours is due to a slightly lower sample size and the 2012 test does not include the Recontact Experiment done in 2011.
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.