The revisionson to the information collection is approved in accordance with 5 CFR 1320. The terms of clearance set in May, 1999 are still outstanding.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
04/30/2001
04/30/2001
04/30/2001
3,453,911
0
3,465,518
1,124,373
0
1,128,527
0
0
0
Summary of changes that are being proposed: Forage Production - allow optional units, allow year-around coverage in some counties in California, allow direct marketing, etc. Forage seeding - allow replanting payment in California in specific instances, allow increased replanting payments if specified in the special provisions, added cancellation and termination dates for California and South Dakota, etc.
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.