The rationale should include an explanation of the national importance of the data item, why it is important to collect it, and a methodology for collecting the data. Census is to post common problems encountered with WinPLUS on the listserv. Need to change E.D. Tab to read Visits not attendance. Need to clarify who is authorized to sign the State Librarian Certification if the position of State Librarian is vacant. Consider the addition of an abstain option on future ballot.
Assistance is available for states having difficult with data submission.
Data Collection Subcommittee is to study the possibility of historical review of data as data is submitted rather than waiting until the last state submits data.