The Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) requires agencies to demonstrate the practical utility of the information that they propose to collect and to balance this against the burden imposed on the public.Thus, it is critical that agencies describe the need for the information and how it will be used. Without a clear justification, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) cannot approve the collection.The burden on the public must also be completely accounted for and minimized to the extent practicable while still yielding useful information.
The National Park Service (NPS) is responsible for reviewing all social science surveys of the public that will be used to provide the agency with information needed for planning and management. Various review processes apply to surveys conducted, funded, or sponsored by the NPS, and to independent research conducted in parks.
Below are the different information collection types you need to know about before you begin your research in a National Park.
Information Collection
Learn about the 4 routes to OMB approval
Permits
Learn about the permits you need to conduct research in the National Parks.
Protocols
Learn about the protocols necessary to conducting research in the National Parks
Last updated: August 8, 2016