Approved
consistent with changes in VA memo of 6-26-01 and revised form and
justification attached. In its next submission, VA will discuss
efforts to bring this collection into compliance with the
Government Paperwork Elimination Act by allowing electronic
submission. This collection previously expired in Jan. 1997. VA
shall ensure that such violations of the Paperwork Reduction Act do
not occur in the future.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/2004
07/31/2004
12,500
0
0
3,125
0
0
0
0
0
The information obtained through use
of VA Form Letter 5-127 is used by appointing officials in
determining an applicant's suitability and qualifications for
employment.
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.