This information collection is needed for eligible entities to receive subsequent funds under the MIECHV program. As noted above, this program is authorized under the Social Security Act, Title V, Section 511 (42 U.S.C. ?701), as amended by Section 2951 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-148). A portion of funding under this program is awarded to participating states and eligible jurisdictions by formula. However, an additional portion of funds was awarded competitively.
The information collected will be used to review grantee progress on proposed project plans sufficient to permit project officers to assess whether the project is performing adequately to achieve the goals and objectives that were previously approved. This report will also provide implementation plans for the upcoming year, which project officers can assess to determine whether the plan is consistent with the grant as approved, and will result in implementation of a high quality project that will complement the state home visiting program as a whole. NCC Progress Reports are entered into HRSA's Electronic Handbook (EHB).
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.