The reported burden decrease is an examination of forms downloaded from the Fiscal Service website, the distribution of printed copies over the past 3-4 years, and an analysis of service request data provided by the program office responsible for processing such cases. Analysis of recent activity indicates a decline in requests of this nature attributed to the elimination of paper savings bonds and increase of services offered in the TreasuryDirect system which does not offer voluntary guardian registration. The decrease of 2,267 hours is an adjustment in agency estimate for a total of 333 burden hours requested.
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.