OMB is approving this information collection request for a period of three years during which time the agency will request approval to extend or revise the collection if the agency seeks to continue the information collection activity beyond the period approved under this action.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/2028
36 Months From Approved
11/30/2025
322
0
20,000
27
0
1,667
0
0
0
VA Form 22-10278 is used to release information in its custody or control in the following circumstances: where the individual identifies the particular information and consents to its use; for the purpose for which it was collected or a consistent purpose (i.e., a purpose which the individual might have reasonably expected). By law, VA must have a claimants or beneficiaryâs written permission (an "authorization") to use or give out claim or benefit information for any purpose that is not contained in VAâs System of Records, 58VA21/22/28 Compensation, Pension, Education and Veteran Readiness and Employment Records-VA. The claimant or beneficiary may revoke the authorization at any time, except if VA has already acted based on the claimantâs permission.
US Code:
5 USC 552(b)
Name of Law: ublic information; agency rules, opinions, orders, records, and proceedings
US Code:
38 USC 5701
Name of Law: Confidential nature of claims
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.
Form 22-10278 Authorization to Disclose Personal Information to a Third Party - Education Benefits
30-Day (published) 2900-0914.pdf
2025 SUPPORTING STATEMENT - OMB 2900-0914 9-3-25.docx
AUTHORIZATION TO DISCLOSE PERSONAL INFORMATION TO A THIRD PARTY