The information collected on Form
SSA-2506 is needed by SSA to facilitate the adjudication of claims
involving mental impairments. The information is used to identify
the need for additional evidence for the determination of
impairment severity; to consider apsects of mental impairment
relevant to the individual's ability to work; and to organize and
present the findings in a clear, concise manner. The respondents
are State DDS's administering titles II and XVI disability
programs.
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.