Submission of Information Collection to OMB (Under Paperwork Reduction Act and 5 CFR Part 1320)

Samenvatting

The proposed information collection requirements described below have been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for expedited clearance under 5 CFR 1320.18. The Agency is soliciting public comments on the subject submission. This action is necessary in order for the Agency to promulgate a new regulation to administer the Rural Technology Development Grants (RTDG) program as required by legislation. Fiscal year (FY) 1994 appropriation contained $1.5 million for the RTDG program. Implementation of this regulation is required to administer FY 1994 grants before the end of the FY, since appropriated funds cannot be carried forward. It is essential that ample time be given for applicants to complete the application process. Failure to implement this program and award FY 1994 grants will result in a negative impact in the rural areas.