Due to pending
changes in 7 CFR 274.5 through 274.8 and 7 CFR 276, clearance for
form FNS 46 is authorized through 12/31/85. It is OMB's
understanding that the information collection requirements in these
parts are under revision.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/1985
12/31/1985
03/31/1985
5,820
0
5,820
47,072
0
47,072
0
0
0
PART 274.8 OF THE FS REGULATIONS
REQUIRES EACH STATE AGENCY OPERATING AN AUTHORIZATION TO
PARTICIPATION CARD (ATP) ISSUANCE SYSTEM FOR FOOD STAMP HOUSEHOLDS
TO REPORT MONTHLY TO FNS ON THE RECONCILIATION OF THE TRANSACTED
ATP'S AGAINST THE MASTER FILE OF THOSE HOUSEHOLDS ACTUALLY
AUTHORIZED TO PARTICIPATE. THE RESULTS OF THIS PROCESS ARE USED TO
IDENTIFY STATE AGENCY LIABILITIES FOR LOSSES, TO REDUCE WASTE, AND
TO REGULATE AGAINST PROGRAM ABUSE.
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.