New collection (Request for a new OMB Control Number)
No
Regular
Approved without change
02/17/1998
12/16/1997
In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, this information collection has been approved, with the following exception. Survey questions that request information on a participant's or a potential participant's age, education, and size and output of herd will be excluded unless the agency provides further justification as to why this information serves the stated objective of the survey.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/2001
02/28/2001
56,949
0
0
16,951
0
0
0
0
0
This is a new program and a new collection of information as a result of implementing a new pilot program. The information is to be used by RMA in verifying compliance of participating producers and brokers and evaluating the effectiveness of options as a risk management tool for dairy farmers.
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.