4.2.9: Information Collection & Paperwork Reduction Act

When possible, use electronic forms and filing to conduct official business with the public

Other Information:

Agencies are required, when possible, to use electronic forms and filing to conduct official business with the public – this policy is applicable with respect to open government. Tools such as social computing technologies can be used in many cases to meet this need. DOI Web sites must ensure that information collected from the public minimizes burden and maximizes public utility. The Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) covers the collection of data information from the public. The PRA currently requires OMB approval of all surveys information collection instruments given to 10 or more participants. This includes any sort of survey where identical questions are given to ten or more participants, regardless of the format. The exception to the survey rule is an anonymous submission form where users can provide open ended comments or suggestions without any sort of Government guidance on the content.

Stakeholder(s):

• Members of the Public

Indicator(s):

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