One of the requirements for obtaining Social Security benefits is the filing of an application so that a determination may be made on the applicant's eligibility for Retirement, Survivors or Disability benefits. SSA offers the public several methods to file these applications ranging from the Internet Social Security Benefits Application, traditional paper applications and the Modernized Claims System. Through these collections SSA gathers only information relevant to the individual applicant's circumstances.
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.