The purpose of the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is to further the development and maintenance of the natural resources of the United States by American Youth, and in doing so, prepare the young people of this country for the ultimate responsibility of maintaining and managing these resources. Three objectives are: 1) Accomplish conservation work on the land; 2) provide gainful employment for 15 through 18-year old males and females from all social, economic, ethnic, and racial classifications, and 3) develop an understanding and appreciation in participating youth for the Nation's natural environment and heritage.
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.