This is a revision of a currently approved collection. The burden has been reduced by 372 hours. The reduction is the result of an adjustment attributable to more waivers requested based on DOL Trigger Notices which require less State agency preparation and analysis than geographically based waivers. Geographically based waivers require analysis of labor market data within the State, in some cases involving a significant number of counties. Information on States subject to Trigger Notices is available directly from the DOL website http://workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/unemploy/claims_arch.asp and requires no additional analysis from State agency staff.
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.