Upon the agency's next request for OMB's approval, the agency shall describe efforts to consult with persons outside of the agency to obtain their views on the availability of data, frequency of collection, the clarity of instructions, disclosure, or reporting format (if any), and on the data elements to be recorded, disclosed, or reported.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
04/30/2008
04/30/2008
05/31/2005
5,000
0
5,000
2,500
0
2,500
6,000
0
6,000
The Bureau of Indian Affairs is seeking to extend OMB #1076-0160, the Indian Preference form for employment in the BIA and IHS which is due to expire.
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.
Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in BIA and IHS, 25 CFR5