DOL should
carefully consider comments received during the public comment
period on this proposed rule in terms of the burden associated with
the proposed rule. Given the probability of significant comment in
this area, and the possibility of change to the rule as proposed,
OMB through this action,defers action on the request for approval.
A request covering the information collection provisions of this
regualtion should be submitted by DOL when a final version of the
rule is drafted.
Inventory as of this Action
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Previously Approved
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Notice Requirements of the Health Care
Continuation Coverage Provisions.
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.