Approved
consistent with VA's memo to OMB on 10/2. Additionally, prior to
resubmission of this package, VA will re-examine usage of this form
and update the number of annual respondants reported on the 83-I
accordingly. VA will also report to OMB if there are alternatives
to this form that may be more effecient and less burdensome to
respondents.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2004
11/30/2004
102,000
0
0
17,000
0
0
0
0
0
VA Form Letter 21-80e is used to
request additional service information from veterans. The form
letter is used as necessary to verify eligibility for VA
benefits.
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.