Request for Extension of Information Collection for the USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program
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This law pertains to the USDA's request for an extension of the currently approved information collection for the 1994 Tribal Scholars Program. The program is designed to support partnerships between the USDA and Tribal Land-Grant Institutions to enhance the educational opportunities for students in food, agriculture, and natural resource fields. The USDA aims to increase the number of graduates in these disciplines through scholarships and paid internships, while gathering essential information to assess and improve the program's effectiveness.
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Key Changes
- Extension requested for information collection period
- Program seeks to enhance partnerships with Tribal institutions
- Increased focus on educational opportunities in agricultural fields
Obligations
What this law requires
Submit comments on the information collection extension request by June 8, 2026 to be assured of consideration
Include the organization's name 'Office of Tribal Relations' on all items submitted by mail or electronic mail
Make all comments received available to the public for inspection and post without change to regulations.gov, including submitter name and location
Maintain eligibility requirement that USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program applicants must be at least 16 years old
Require applicants to complete 640 hours of required occupation-related work experience prior to or concurrently with degree completion