This data collection provides
instructions and forms necessary for States to report the number of
written, signed complaints; mediation requests; and hearing
requests and the status of these actions with regards to children
served under Part C of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA) initiated during the reporting year. The form satisfies
reporting requirements and is used by OSEP to monitor SEAs and for
Congressional reporting.
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.