The Department will submit the
proposed information collection to OMB for review, as required by
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35, as
amended). This Notice is soliciting comments from members of the
public and affected agencies concerning the proposed collection of
information to: (1) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of
information is necessary for the proper performance of the
functions of the agency, including whether the information will
have practical utility; (2) Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's
estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information;
(3) Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to
be collected; and (4) Minimize the burden of the collection of
information on those who are to respond, including through the use
of appropriate automated collection techniques or other forms of
information technology (e.g., permitting electronic submission of
responses). The Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations
Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (P.L. 112-55), provided $5 million for
national organizations to develop the ability and capacity of rural
communities to undertake community development and affordable
housing projects and programs in rural areas. The national
organizations must have expertise in rural housing, including
experience working with rural housing organizations, local
governments, and Indian tribes. Awardees will be selected through a
competitive process, announced through a Notice of Funding
Availability (NOFA) that announces the amount of Rural Capacity
Building grant funds and the application criteria, including the
rating and ranking system HUD will use to select grantees.
William Kelleher 202 402-4345
william.kelleher@hud.gov
No
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.