Because certifying officers' responsibilities cover the payment they authorized, their responsibilities can extend to most aspects of a transaction.
Certifying officers  are responsible for almost all aspects of a transaction.
According to the preamble, the rule does not compel the expenditure of $100 million or more by any state, local, or tribal government or the private sector and, therefore, a statement under section 202 of the Unfunded Mandates Act of 1995 is not required.