Approved consistent with the understanding that this change in methodology to accomodate geographical considerations may impact the results of the study. Limitations of the methods (and acknowledgement of differences in data collection methodologies) must be noted in any publications or reports to Congress related to this study.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2013
10/31/2013
10/31/2013
1,200
0
1,200
195
0
195
0
0
0
Less than one-third of eligible elderly (age 60 and older) persons and less than three-fifths of persons in eligible households with someone working participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). These participation rates suggest that many people in these two groups who may need nutrition assistance are not receiving SNAP benefits. Without SNAP, elderly individuals may not be able to meet their nutritional needs or may forgo medicine for food; working people may not be able to adequately feed their families, despite their work efforts.
The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), responding to a Congressional request, has funded six State demonstration programs to increase SNAP access to eligible households with either persons over age 60 or with adult members who are working or looking for work.
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.
Change justification MemoPRAB recommendations 4-26-2012.docx
Elderly & Working Poor