This information
collection request is approved for an additional three years
consistent with the following term of clearance: HHS will ensure
that on-line applicants are provided with the collection's OMB
number, expiration date and PRA-mandated burden statement prior to
beginning the application process.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2006
09/30/2006
09/30/2003
10,000
0
10,000
4,000
0
4,000
0
0
0
The forms will be used by individuals
to apply for appointment in the U.S. Public Health Service
Commissioned Corps and to obtain references as part of the
application process. Information supplied on the forms will be used
by appropriate Department officials to evaluate candidates for
appointment.
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.