In July, 2011, OMB approved the baseline data collection for this evaluation (OMB 1205-0486), and in March, 2012, OMB approved a subsequent request for the process study data collection, which includes site visits and focus group administration (OMB 1205-0487). The request for approval in this information collection request is limited to the follow-up interviews planned for all study participants 18 months and 36 months after baseline collection. Requests for approvals for this evaluation needed to be submitted in three parts for several reasons. The main reason is that it was necessary to (1) conduct random assignment and collect baseline data early in the study period to obtain a sample size needed for the estimation of program impacts and (2) conduct two rounds of process study visits, including one when the early sample was participating in the training program. In addition, the study structure required that the baseline data inform the development of the follow-up data collection effort. As a result, it was necessary to initiate the baseline data collection and gain experience in its implementation before the follow-up instruments could be developed. Thus, ETA is now requesting OMB approval of these follow-up instruments so that the evaluation can be completed on schedule.
US Code:
29 USC 2917
Name of Law: Workforce Investment Act
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.
Green Jobs ARRA Part_A_Follow-up_Data_Collection 9-21 -2012[1].docx
60-day FRN - 2012-8724.pdf
Follow-Up Surveys, 18 and 36 months