THE DATA COLLECTED ARE USED TO
ESTIMATE THE NATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AFDC PROGRAM, TO
ESTIMATE THE AMOUNT OF FEDERAL OUTLAYS AND TO MONITOR THE BUDGET
FOR THE FEDERALLY SUPPORTED AFDC PROGRAM. THESE DATA ALSO INDICATE
THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE AFDC PROGRAM. THE AFFECTED PUBLIC IS
COMPRISED OF STATE AGENCIES PARTICIPATING IN TH AFDC
PROGRAM.
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.