The FIST program collects information
on background checks conducted by State and local agencies related
to firearms transfers. These State and local data are combined with
FBI background check data to produce National estimates. A no
material/non substantive change is requested to add four new
questions to the survey instrument to better understand the
processes followed by state and local checking agencies to track
reasons for denial of firearm applications.
The burden per respondent
remains at 25 minutes, but the sample size has been increased since
the previous approval as described in Part B of the supporting
statement.
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.