Census has agreed to provide OMB with regular updates on sample retention during this clearance and will provide OMB with results from the incentive experiment and nonresponse bias analyses.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2014
36 Months From Approved
06/30/2014
292,005
0
292,005
143,303
0
143,303
0
0
0
This survey will provide improved statistics for the executive and legislative branches on income distribution and data not previously available on eligibility for and participation in government programs. Changes in status and participation will be measured over time. These data will support policy and program planning. All people 15 years old or older in sample households are interviewed.
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.