This collection
is approved with the following terms of clearance. The collection
is approved with the understanding DOD will resubmit the collection
in two years with a revised privacy act notice which provides more
explanation of the routine uses for the data collected.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
01/31/2013
36 Months From Approved
01/31/2011
16,700
0
16,700
4,175
0
4,175
121,576
0
121,576
The Personal Information Questionnaire
is used by the Marine Corps as a standardized methodin rating
officer program applicants in the areas of character, leadership,
ability, and suitability for service as a commissioned officer. The
respondents are individuals who are familiar with the
applicants.
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.