In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, OMB is withholding approval at this time. Prior to publication of the final rule, the agency must submit to OMB a summary of all comments related to the information collection contained in the proposed rule and the agency response. The agency should clearly indicate any changes made to the information collection as a result of these comments.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/2009
36 Months From Approved
08/31/2009
40,725
0
40,725
40,763
0
40,763
0
0
0
The purpose of this collection package is to ensure that there is adequate quality control of timber products which is vital to loan security on electric power and telecommunications systems owned by Rural Development Utilities Programs borrowers.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
2008 - ICP with proposed rule -- update 9-10-08 -Timber Specs 0572-0076.doc
2008 timber speadsheet.xls
RUS Specification for Quality Control and Inspection of Timber Products