VA Form 21-4169 is used to gather information that is necessary to determine eligibility for benefits based on service in the Commonwealth Army of the Philippines or recognized guerrilla organizations, including service information, proof of service, place of residence, and membership in pro-Japanese, pro-German, or anti-American Filipino organizations. Without this information, VA would be unable to properly authorize benefits.
US Code:
38 USC 6104
Name of Law: Forfeiture for treason
US Code:
38 USC 101
Name of Law: Definitions
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.