UNDER CRP, THE SECRETARY IS AUTHORIZED
TO ENTER INTO LONG-TERM CONTRAC WITH OWNERS AND OPERATORS OF HIGHLY
ERODIBLE CROPLAND TO ASSIST SUCH OWNERS AND OPERATORS IN CONSERVING
AND IMPROVING THE NATION'S SOIL AND WATER RESOURCES OF THESE FARMS
AND RANCHES BY CONVERTING SUCH LAND TO LESS INTENSIVE USE.
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.