This clearance is for a number of
activities the Census Bureau will perform to create and update the
MAF and maintain the linkage between it and the TIGER data base.
These activities will support Census 2000 and all associated census
tests and dress rehearsals, the American Community Survey, the
Population Estimates Program, the economic and agricultural
censuses, and the current demographic surveys.
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.