IMLS requests clearance for the forms
it uses for all of the grant program applications, post-award
reporting, and peer reviewer applications. These forms are directly
related to the generic clearance for IMLS grant application and
award processes (3137-0029) for which a three-year extension was
recently submitted.
The number of grants awarded
has decreased over the last 3 year period. The burden estimate has
increased for the grant program applications, post-award reporting,
and peer reviewer applications raising the estimated time to
complete complex reporting forms and increased emphasis on
accountablility from OMB. A portion of the increase is due to a
recalculated average hourly wage from $23.64 to $26.30.
$0
No
No
No
Uncollected
No
Uncollected
Kim Miller 202 653-4762
kmiller@imls.gov
No
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.