PER PUBLIC LAW 97-35, AFTER
LOCAL/MUNICIPAL/STATE WELFARE AGENCIES HAV EXHAUSTED ALL
ALTERNATIVES TO SECURE PAST-DUE SUPPORT OBLIGATIONS, THEY MAY
REQUEST THROUGH HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (OFFICE OF CHILD SUPPORT
ENFORCEMENT) THAT ANY FEDERAL REFUND DUE THE OBLIGOR BE GARNISHED
AND SUBMITTED TO THAT WELFARE AGENCY. THIS LETTER IS AN INTEGRAL
PART OF THAT PROGRAM. (SEE SUPPORTING STATEMENT)
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.