HRSA uses the data from the NAT Program Specific Data Forms to determine if the Funding Factors (either the Statutory Funding Preference or Special Consideration) is met), to determine the award amount, and to ensure compliance with programmatic and grant requirements, and to provide information to the public and Congress. Funds appropriated for the NAT Program are distributed among eligible institutions based on a formula, as permitted by PHS Act Section 806e(1).
This request is for 630 hours with the increase being due to a program change that increases the length of the NAT award from 1 year to 3 years. The increase in time was to accommodate for the extra time spent collecting the additional 2 years of 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.