SECTION 274(D) AND REGULATION SECTION 1.274-5 REQUIRE ALL TAXPAYERS TO SUBSTANTIATE THEIR DEDUCTIONS FOR BUSINESS TRAVEL, ENTERTAINMENT OR GIFT EXPENSES BY KEEPING ADEQUATE RECORDS AS TO AMOUNT, TIME, PLACE BUSINESS PURPOSE AND BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP. THIS IS NECESSARY TO VERIFY THAT DEDUCTIONS ARE NOT PERMITTED FOR PERSONAL EXPENSES. THE REGULATIONS ALSO PROVIDE RULES ON CERTAIN EXCLUSIONS FROM GROSS
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.