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.
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.