The overall aim of this evaluation is to estimate the effect of direct certification using Medicaid (DC-M) on meal program access, costs, and participation. Although the process of matching student enrollment records to Medicaid data will likely increase direct certification costs for States and some school districts, DC-M can generate cost savings for districts if it leads fewer families to submit applications for school meals. DC-M will also have an impact on Federal costs if it leads to an increase in students certified for free meals and therefore, an increase in Federal funds to school districts to cover the meals of the additional certified students.
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.
Appendix L.2c.pdf
Appendix M (5-10-13).docx
Non-Respondents