In accordance with 5 CFR 1320, the information collection is approved for three years. For all USDA forms included in this collection but not approved under a 0570 control number, the agency that developed this form must convert it to a common form, and RBS must submit a RCF for their total agency burden for use of this form, including the burden from this collection, all prior to the next renewal. For all 0570 forms included in this collection, not approved under 0570-0062, and used by any other agency other than RBS, RBS must convert this form to a common form prior to the next renewal and advise the other agency to submit their usage under a RCF. For all 0570 forms included in this collection, not approved under 0570-0062, and only used by RBS, RBS must merge the burden for their total agency use of this form into a single ICR under one OMB control number prior to the next renewal. Prior to the next renewal, please ensure that each form is only approved under a single OMB control number, that all forms include the expiration date, and that the 18 USC 1001 text is updated to be identical to the statute.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2024
36 Months From Approved
08/31/2021
850
0
1,516
1,907
0
3,298
0
0
0
Microdevelopment organizations seeking funding under this program will have to submit applications that include specified information, certifications, and agreements. This information will be used to determine applicant eligibility and to ensure compliance with the regulations and that funds are used for authorized purposes. Applications for continued participation in the program will include primarily any needed updates to the information submitted with the initial application.
Once an MDO has been approved for participation in the program, it must submit additional documents, reports, and certifications to the Agency. For MDOs receiving loans, the necessary documents are required around loan closing. For MDOs receiving grant funds, the MDO must submit a financial status report and request for advancement or reimbursement. In addition, all MDOs that are awarded funds under this program must submit quarterly reports to the Agency to provide information on their performance. Some grantees will also be required to submit other reports on occasion in the event of poor performance or other such occurrences that require more than the usual set of reporting information. Lastly, grantees that plan to spend technical assistance grant funds on administrative expenses must submit an annual budget of proposed administrative expenses for Agency approval.
There is a decrease in burden of 1,391 hours and 766 annual responses due to a decrease in the number of program applicants and correction in the calculation of burden hours and annual responses from the previous cycle.
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.
Form RD 400-4 Assurance Agreement
ROCIS - RMAP 2020 Burden Supporting Statement2.docx
SF270-V10b.pdf
ROCIS - RMAP 2020 Burden Spreadsheet.xlsx
RMAP - Tribal