Public Law 104-134 directs Treasury to
study the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of those
who do not have direct deposit and determine how best to increase
usage. The focus groups will aid in the design of a telephone
survey which will support the development of a direct deposit
marketing/media plan. Respondents will be individuals who currently
receive Federal Government program payments by check.
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.