UNDER THE RRA, THE RAILROAD RETIREMENT
BOARD ADMINISTERS THE MEDICARE PROGRAM FOR PERSONS COVERED BY THE
RAILROAD RETIREMENT SYSTEM. THE COLLECTION OBTAINS INFORMATION
NEEDED TO DETERMINE IF CERTAIN RAILROAD BENEFICIARIES ARE ENTITLED
TO RECEIVE SUPPLEMENTARY MEDICAL INSURANCE PROGRAM COVERAGE UNDER A
STATE BUY-IN AGREEMENT IN STATES IN WHICH THE
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.