The agency must
demonstrate practical utility for this collection by describing how
information has been used in the past and will be used in the
future. The agency must also give the percentage responses out of
the total number of surveys sent out and how they account for
nonresponse in their use of the data. Finally, the agency must
indicate on the collection whether the collection is voluntary,
mandatory, or required to obtain a benefit.
Inventory as of this Action
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Previously Approved
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The questionnaire determines the
extent to which the SBG program is helping small businesses become
bondable on their own. It is sent annually to all surety companies
participating in the SBA's Surety Bond Guarantee Program.
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.