Title VIII of the Social Security Act
allows, under certain circumstances, the payment of a monthly
benefit by the Commissioner of Social Security to a qualified World
War II veteran who resides outside of the United States. A
representative payee may be appointed to receive and manage the
monthly payment for the veteran's use and benefit. The SSA-2001 is
completed by the payee annually to determine if he has used the
benefits properly and continues to demonstrate strong concern for
the welfare of the beneficiary.
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.