The collection instrument is used to collect information from dependents of members of the armed forces, dependents of a civilian employee of a military department, and DoD Contractors and their dependents stationed overseas to determine eligibility to receive WIC Overseas benefits. The collection instrument is used by contractor staff assigned to WIC Overseas offices.
US Code:
10 USC 1060a
Name of Law: Special Supplemental Food Program
US Code:
42 USC 13A
Name of Law: Child Nutrition
US Code:
42 USC 290dd-2
Name of Law: Confidentiality of Records
There was a change in the number of burden hours because we included dependents of members of the armed forces stationed overseas which is the majority of the WIC Overseas recipients. They were not included in the previous OMB 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.