The program collects data on newly
assigned Employer Identifica- tion Numbers (EINs) from business
firms. Four times a year we ask for data on a different sample of
EINs. This enables us to classify the kind of business activity and
determine other characteristics of the establishments associated
with each EIN. These data are crucial so that our samples and
censuses and their resulting statistics accurately reflect the
business universe.
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.