No material or nonsubstantive change to a currently approved collection
No
Regular
Approved without change
02/06/2014
12/17/2013
Prior to the commencement of the Service Annual Survey forms distribution, the Census Bureau shall provide on its Internet site prominent links to a set of finalized survey forms, including instructions and cover letters, comparable to those provided for the 2007 Economic Census report forms. The final forms and letters shall reflect any changes in the survey year, OMB number expiration date, and Census leadership from those submitted for review.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/2015
07/31/2015
07/31/2015
83,648
0
83,648
290,368
0
290,368
0
0
0
The survey produces estimates of revenue and expenses, and for selected industries products, inventories, and revenue from exported services. These data are needed for national income accounting, productivity, and price measurement. The program addresses the highest priority needs of multiple Federal agencies and private users.
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.
Service Annual Survey