The American Indian Trust Fund
Management Reform Act of 1994 was enacted to allow tribes more
control of the funds held in trust for them by the Federal
Government. The law was designed to provide guidance as tribes
decided to handle and invest their own funds; but it also ensured
that tribes and not the Secretary of the Interior became liable for
the management decisions. The process allows for technical
assistance to the tribes to help ensure their success.
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.