📄Proposed Collection Activity for State Court Improvement Program
Proposed Information Collection Activity; State Court Improvement Program
Summary
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is requesting a 3-year extension of the State Court Improvement Program (SCIP) Strategic Plan Template and Annual Self-Assessment (Office of Management and Budget (OMB) #0970-0307, expiration February 28, 2026). There are minor updates to the self-assessment to reflect new legislation as well as to support technical assistance. The collections are necessary to continue operating the program in compliance with congressional reauthorization.
Agencies
- Health and Human Services Department
- Children and Families Administration
Business Impact
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The proposed information collection on the State Court Improvement Program (SCIP) includes updates that may affect compliance requirements for businesses involved or invested in child welfare services. Additionally, funding allocations for state courts can influence child welfare and legal representation markets, impacting associated businesses.