The regulations and forms cover the submission of information relating to the processing of claims for benefits under the Longshore Act and extensions.
US Code:
33 USC 901 et seq.
Name of Law: Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act
Burden hours have increased from 44,950 to 44,955 due to proposed changes to the LS-513. Burden cost have increased by $887 from $45,979 to $46,866 due to an increase in the cost of postage.
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.