# Submission for OMB Review: Comment Request
The Department of Labor (DOL) has submitted the following public information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13, 44 U.S.C. chapter 35). A copy of this ICR, with applicable supporting documentation, may be obtained by contacting Ira Mills at the Department of Labor on 202-693-4122 (this is not a toll-free number) or e-mail: *[email protected].* This ICR can also be accessed online at *http://www.doleta.gov/OMBCN/OMBControlNumber.cfm.*
Comments should be sent to Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Attn: OMB Desk Officer for ETA, Office of Management and Budget, Room 10235, Washington, DC 20503, 202-395-7316 (this is not a toll free number), within 30 days from the date of this publication in the *Federal Register* .
The OMB is particularly interested in comments which:
• Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility;
• Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used;
• Enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; and
• Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, *e.g.* , permitting electronic submission of responses.
*Agency:* Employment and Training Administration (ETA).
*Type of Review:* New.
*Title:* Plan for Evaluation of the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program.
*OMB Number:* 1205-0NEW.
*Frequency:* Other; one time collection.
*Affected Public:* Individuals or households; State, Local, or Tribal Government.
*Type of Response:* Reporting.
*Number of Respondents:* 9,490.
*Annual Responses:* 9,490.
*Average Response Time:* 95 minutes for respondents.
*Total Annual Burden Hours:* 11,962.
*Total Annualized Capital/Startup Costs:* 0.
*Total Annual Costs (operating/maintaining systems or purchasing services):* 0.
*Description:* This data collection plan is for a six-year evaluation of the Trade Adjustment Assistance program. The evaluation is comprised of an impact analysis using a comparison group methodology. A process study is also included to determine what programmatic and administrative features may affect performance. Data collection includes: Baseline and follow-up surveys of TAA participants and comparison group members, site visits to states and local areas, and an internet/phone survey of local TAA coordinators.
Ira L. Mills,
Departmental Clearance Officer/Team Leader.