DoD Information Collection Submission to OMB Under Paperwork Reduction Act

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) requesting clearance to collect information from the public or regulated entities, as required under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This submission initiates a public comment period during which stakeholders may review and respond to the proposed information collection. The Paperwork Reduction Act mandates that federal agencies obtain OMB approval before collecting information from ten or more persons, aiming to minimize the administrative burden placed on the public. By submitting to OMB, the DoD is fulfilling its statutory obligation to justify the necessity, utility, and estimated burden of the proposed data collection. Public comments are solicited to assess whether the proposed collection is necessary for proper performance of DoD functions, whether the information will have practical utility, and whether the burden estimates are accurate. Comments may also suggest methods to enhance quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected.

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