UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 2,
PUBLIC LAW 94-585, ENACTED OCTOBER 21, 1976, STATES THAT SUPPLEMENT
THE FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI) PAYMENTS ARE
REQUIRED TO "PASS ALONG" THE FEDERA COST-OF-LIVING INCREASES TO
INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE ELIGIBLE FOR STATE SUPPLEMENTARY PAYMENTS. THIS
INFORMATION IS REQUIRED BY SSA TO VERIFY THAT THESE STATES ARE IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW.
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.