CCB expects to have data on those cases in which a disallowance is made. In such cases, it should be possible to compare "improper authorizations for payment" with "improper payments." ACF agrees to monitor the discrepancies and continually assess whether authorizations are a good proxy for actual payments. Upon resubmission, ACF should provide information about these discrepancies as part of a larger discussion about whether utility is maximized by continuing to track authorizations for payment or whether it can be maxmimized by tracking actual payments.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2010
36 Months From Approved
9,413
0
0
84,157
0
0
0
0
0
Section 2 of the Improper Payments Act of 2002 provides for estimates and reports of improper payments by Federal agencies. Subpart K of 45 CFR, Part 98 will require States to prepare and submit a report of errors occurring in the administration of CCDF grant funds once every three years. The information collected will be used to prepare the annual Performance and Accountability Report (PAR) and will provide information necessary to offer technical assistance to grantees.
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.
Supporting Statement for Final Rule(6).doc
State Improper Payments Report