The Special American Business Internship Training (SABIT) Program of the Department of Commerceâs International Trade Administration (ITA), is a key element in the U.S. Governmentâs efforts to support the economic transition of developing regions. SABIT participant applications are needed to find the most qualified participants for the training programs, participant exit questionnaires provide insight as to what the participants have learned, success story reports track program success.
Program Changes: The instructions for filling out the for, methods of submission, and the order of questions have been revised on the Participant Application. No estimated changes in burden hours are expected. Adjustment: All respondents are required to submit their application in electronic format, which decreases the cost burden as compared to previous years (-$4,500 cost reduction).
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.