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USDA Submission for OMB Review: Aquatic Animal Test Lab Approval

The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has submitted an information collection for OMB review concerning the approval of laboratories for conducting aquatic animal tests for export health certificates. Comments are requested on the necessity, utility, and burden of this collection.

FSA Requests Comments on Power of Attorney Form Revision

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is requesting comments on a revision to the Power of Attorney form (FSA-211). This revision aims to clarify the actions an appointed attorney-in-fact can perform on behalf of a grantor for FSA, NRCS, FCIC, and RMA programs. The comment period ends on May 18, 2026.

USDA Seeks OMB Review for Agricultural Surveys Program

The USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is seeking OMB review for substantive changes to its Agricultural Surveys Program (OMB Control Number 0535-0213). These changes include increasing sample sizes, reinstating a survey, and updating a questionnaire to comply with new data standards, which will increase burden hours.

USDA Information Collection for OMB Review - SAE Funds

The USDA has submitted an information collection requirement for the Food and Nutrition Service's State Administrative Expense (SAE) Funds (7 CFR Part 235) to OMB for review. This is a reinstatement with changes to reporting and recordkeeping requirements for specific forms related to federal funding for administrative expenses in child nutrition programs.

US Forest Service Advances Resolution Copper Project Land Exchange

The U.S. Forest Service has completed the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and issued the final record of decision for the Resolution Copper Project. This action advances domestic mineral production and is projected to create 1,500 jobs and significant tax revenue for rural economies.

Tart Cherries Referendum Order for Growers and Processors

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is directing a referendum among tart cherry growers and processors in seven states to determine if they favor continuing Marketing Order No. 930. The referendum will be conducted from March 30 to April 20, 2026. USDA will consider termination if less than 50% of voters and volume favor continuance.

Bureau of Indian Affairs Information Collection Renewal Consultation

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is seeking public comment on the proposed renewal of an information collection. This notice provides an opportunity for stakeholders to comment on the necessity, accuracy, utility, and clarity of the proposed information collection requirements.

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Rules

The Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES) has issued an interim rule establishing administrative requirements for the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP). The rule supplements existing general award provisions and is effective September 4, 2009.

Rural Technology Grants: Administrative Provisions for New Era Program

The Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES) has issued an interim rule establishing specific administrative requirements for the New Era Rural Technology Competitive Grants Program. The rule is effective September 4, 2009, and comments are due by January 4, 2010.

USDA Seeks OMB Review for Information Collection Activities

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is seeking OMB review for an information collection related to the New Swine Inspection System. This revision reflects a proposed rule to remove an attestation element, reducing estimated burden hours.