Under this clearance, ETA collects
data from state workforce agencies and local workforce investment
areas on a quick turnaround basis. ETA proposes to conduct 8 to 20
short surveys of up to 30 questions that would provide timely
information identifying the scope and magnitude of various
practices or problems nationally. The surveys are needed to
understand key operational issues in light of the Administration's
policy priorities and of other partner programs.
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.