The survey will acquire baseline data
in order to create a published guide, available first to those
agencies participating in the survey, describing innovative
programs and practices that state, local and federal law
enforcement agencies are using in the areas described above. We
believe this guide will help other agencies striving to achieve
quality law enforcement organizations that are diverse with regard
to race, ethnicity, and gender at all levels and that best
represent the communities they serve.
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.