The purpose of this collection is to
obtain data upon which to base the computation for measuring State
performance in meeting the legislative goals of TANF as specified
in section 403(a)(4) of the Social Security Act and 45 CFR Part
270. Specifically, DHHS will use the data to award the portion of
the Bonus that rewards States for their success in providing
Medicaid and SCHIP works supports. Respondents may include any of
the 50 States, DC, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin
Islands.
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.