This is the initial submission for this information collection. When VA prepared the final rule (which was published in the Federal Register on December 18, 2006), transferability had been an option for several years. We had less than six persons who had submitted transferability claims. However, in early 2007, we learned that the Army has begun offering this program. Because of the Army beginning this option, we estimate that we could receive a total of 9 claims during FY 2007. We are therefore submitting this request for approval of this information collection as we estimate we could receive more than 10 claims during FY 2008.
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.
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Evidence for Transfer of Entitlement of Education Benefits (38 CFR 21.7080)