The agency is reminded to have valid OMB control numbers on all forms.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2016
36 Months From Approved
08/31/2013
23,703
0
21,760
20,452
0
18,793
0
0
0
The purpose of this collection is to improve the economic and environmental climate in rural communities, including pollution abatement and control. Regulation promulgates the policies and procedures for servicing business and industry loans guaranteed by the Agency.
US Code:
7 USC 1932
Name of Law: Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act
There have been no changes to the program regulations since the last report in 2009. The overall burden on the public, based on adjustment has been increased by 1,659 which can be attributed to the increase in the number of loans in the portfolio.
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.