This information collection is
entirely record keeping and does not contain any standardized
instruments or instructions. The information collection aspects of
the HSPPS are a part of the many actions that local agencies must
take to ensure they administer quality programs for Head Start
children and families. These records are intended to act as a tool
for grantees and delegate agencies to be used in their day-to-day
operations. For example, this includes the requirement that
programs maintain a waiting list of eligible families. The
recordkeeping requirements are not collected through standard
instruments to provide flexibility for local programs. Overall
compliance with the HSPPS is measured through monitoring which may
include recordkeeping aspects. There are no changes to the record
keeping requirements contained in this information collection. Only
minor adjustments were made to the estimated burden based on
updated enrollment and staff data.
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.