The agency must respond to all comments received, including comments related to the passport application but not directly referring to the ICR. In particular, the agency must respond to the comment submitted by Stephen Krueger and John G. Hines. In addition, the agency must include the cost of photos and mailing in its estimate of costs.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/2002
03/31/2002
07/31/2001
8,411,550
0
4,400,000
2,803,850
0
1,466,666
504,693,000
0
240,240,000
This data is necessary to establish the applicant's citizenship and identity and for Passport Services to determine entitlement to the issuance of a US passport. The information solicited is used in administering responsibilities of the Department under 8 USC 1401, 22 USC 211a-217a, EO 11295, 26 USC 6039E, and regulations promulgated thereunder.
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.