SIPP Wave 9 Topical Module will include Item ME40c that asks "How often does [child] go to a religious service, a religious social event, or to religious education such as a Sunday School." This is a reinstatement of a question used on earlier versions of the SIPP. Just prior to asking the question, the interviewer will read the following transition statement: I am finished asking questions about [child] health, but do have one question about [his/her] participation in religious activities. Census agreed to insert this statement in part because there was not another good place to add the religious activity question.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/29/2004
02/29/2004
02/29/2004
81,113
0
243,750
39,793
0
119,378
0
0
0
This survey will provide improved statistics for the executive and legislative branches on income distribution, and data not previously available on eligibility for and participation in government programs. Changes in status and participation will be measured over time. These data will support policy and program planning. All persons 15 years old or older in sample households are interviewed.
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.
2001 Panel of the Survey of Income and Program Participation, Wave 9 Topical Modules