Approved consistent with DOL's memo to OMB of 5/18/98 and 5/19/98. In addition, ETA agrees to the following terms: 1) Prior to implementation of the oracle-based information system, ETA will ensure that the system is Y2K compliant; 2) In working towards implementation of the "menu" option of measuring performance (outlined in the proposal sent to OMB on 5/19) ETA will make everyeffort to ensure that the new system captures some post-program outcome data (e.g., job retention); 3) OMB notes that DOL was in violation of the PRA when coverage of this paperwork lapsed on 8/31/97. In the future DOL will make a greater effort to keep PRA coverage up to date; 4) OMB accepts ETA's justification for not continuing efforts under the SPIR pilot to collect individual- level data. OMB does note that the 401 program is the only ETA program (other than Older Workers) for which there is no mechanism for collecting individual-level data. In light of the problems indicated by ETA with implementing the SPIR, ETA will continue to investigate other mechanisms for collecting individual-level data to assess performance in this program.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/2001
05/31/2001
30,370
0
0
95,935
0
0
1,142,000
0
0
This request is for approval of a reinstatement of the planning and reporting forms previously approved and in use for the JTPA section 401 program which provides employment and training services for Indians and Native Americans. Burden estimates do not include the tribes currently participating in the demonstration project under Public Law 102-477 but do include estimates for those tribal entities which also receive funding under title II-B of JTPA.
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.
Planning and Reporting Requirements for JTPA, Section 401, Indian and Native American Grantees (Both Title IV-A and Title II-B)