For SPD 2000,
delete references to 'unpaid jobs' in questions 815 and 816 and
replace with wording similar to that used in the March 2000 CPS
Supplement. Revise scale in question 1450 to replace 'pretty much
conflict' with 'a lot of conflict.' Prior to SPD 2001 submission,
review various reference periods used throughout the instrument and
revise to be consistent
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2000
12/31/2000
04/30/2000
42,000
0
42,000
25,150
0
25,150
0
0
0
The 2000 SPD is a household-based
survey designed as an omnibus data collection vehicle that can
provide the basis for an overall evaluation of how well welfare
reforms are achieving the aim of the Administration and the
Congress and meeting the needs of the American people. The 2000 SPD
measures features of the welfare program, both programs being
reformed and those that remain unchanged. Also measured are other
important social, economic, demographic, and family changes that
reflect the effectiveness of the welfare reforms.
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.