The decrease of 307 hours is an adjustment in agency estimate for a total of 13 burden hours requested. The reported burden decrease is reported as a result of the following:
i) The increase in hours reported in April 2010 (ICR Reference Number 20104-1535-003) was an error. The correct amount of hours reported should have remained 20 hours with approximately 80 respondents
ii) The estimated burden is based on historical program activity and on previously published estimates
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.