The Pregnancy Risk Assessment
Monitoring System (PRAMS) collects state-, territory-, and
tribal-specific information on maternal experiences and behaviors
that occur before, during and shortly after pregnancy.
Self-reported survey data are collected by mixed mode methods
(mailing, telephone calls). Data collection procedures and
instruments are standardized to allow comparison across
jurisdictions. Data are used to inform maternal and infant health
programs and policy to reduce maternal and infant morbidity and
mortality. Data are used to monitor prevalence of behaviors and
progress toward various targets (e.g., Healthy People 2020, Title V
performance indicators, Healthy Start evaluation).
US Code:
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USC 301 Name of Law: Public Health Service Act: Research and
Investigations
PL:
Pub.L. 109 - 450 3 Name of Law: PREEMIE Act
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.