The information being collected is
required by the Secretary as a prerequisite to receipt of a grant
award. The information submitted will be used by the Children's
Bureau to ensure compliance with the program requirements and serve
as a basis for the provision of training and technical assistance
to the grantee. The application information is provided by a
representative of the highest State court of appeal in each State.
Annual program reports and financial reports are required. The
reports provide updates and changes in goals and activities and
indicate how the funds are being used.
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.