(a) In general
Not later than 180 days after June 20, 2000, in accordance with subsection (c), the Secretary of Agriculture (referred to in this subchapter as the “Secretary”) shall, to the maximum extent practicable, establish an Internet-based system that enables agricultural producers to access all forms of the agencies of the Department of Agriculture (referred to in this subchapter as the “Department”) specified in subsection (b).
(b) ApplicabilityThe agencies referred to in subsection (a) are the following:
(3)
The rural development components of the Department included in the Secretary’s service center initiative regarding State and field office collocation implemented pursuant to section 6915 of this title.
(c) ImplementationIn carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall—
(2)
redesign the forms by incorporating into the forms user-friendly formats and self-help guidance materials; and
(d) Progress reports
Not later than 180 days after June 20, 2000, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report that describes the progress made toward implementing the Internet-based system required under this section.