[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of Justice Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE (DOJ)
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
8 CFR Ch. V
21 CFR Ch. I
27 CFR Ch. II
28 CFR Ch. I
Regulatory Agenda
AGENCY: Department of Justice.
ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.
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SUMMARY: The Department of Justice is publishing its spring 2006
regulatory agenda pursuant to Executive Order 12866 ``Regulatory
Planning and Review,'' 58 FR 51735, and the Regulatory Flexibility Act,
5 U.S.C. sections 601 to 612 (1988).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Hinchman, Senior Counsel,
Office of Legal Policy, Department of Justice, Room 4252, 950
Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20530, (202) 514-8059.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA)
requires that, each year, the Department publish a list of those
regulations that have a significant economic impact upon a substantial
number of small entities and are to be reviewed under section 610 of
the Act during the succeeding 12 months. This edition of the
Department's unified agenda includes three regulations requiring such a
review: ``Commerce in Explosives (Including Explosives in the Fireworks
Industry)'' (RIN 1140-AA01); ``Nondiscrimination on the Basis of
Disability in Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities'' (RIN
1190-AA44); and ``Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State
and Local Government Services'' (RIN 1190-AA46). In accordance with the
RFA, comments are specifically invited on these regulations. Those
comments should be addressed to the contact persons listed in the
entries for these items.
Dated: March 2, 2006.
Rachel L. Brand,
Assistant Attorney General, Office of Legal Policy.
Bureau of Prisons--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1783 Victim/Witness Notification........................................................... 1120-AB25
1784 Autopsies............................................................................. 1120-AB26
1785 Searching and Detaining or Arresting Non-Inmates...................................... 1120-AB28
1786 Incoming Publications: Security Measures.............................................. 1120-AB31
1787 Inmate Work and Performance Pay Program: Reduction in Pay for Drug- and Alcohol- 1120-AB33
Related Disciplinary Offenses.........................................................
1788 Administrative Remedy Program--Subpart Revision....................................... 1120-AB34
1789 Limited Communication for Terrorist Inmates........................................... 1120-AB35
1790 Possession or Introduction of Personal Firearms Prohibited on Federal Penal or 1120-AB37
Correctional Institution Grounds......................................................
1791 Inmate Electronic Message Program..................................................... 1120-AB38
1792 Intensive Confinement Center Program.................................................. 1120-AB39
1793 Inmate Access to Inmate Central File: PSRs and SORs................................... 1120-AB40
1794 Drug Abuse Treatment Program: Eligibility of DC Code Offenders for Early Release 1120-AB41
Consideration.........................................................................
1795 Smoking/No Smoking Areas.............................................................. 1120-AB42
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Bureau of Prisons--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1796 Literacy Program...................................................................... 1120-AA33
1797 Telephone Regulations and Inmate Financial Responsibility............................. 1120-AA39
1798 Good Conduct Time..................................................................... 1120-AA62
1799 Designation of Offenses Subject to Sex Offender Release Notification.................. 1120-AA85
1800 Searches of Housing Units, Inmates, Inmate Work Areas, and Persons Other Than Inmates: 1120-AA90
Electronic Devices....................................................................
1801 Drug Testing Program.................................................................. 1120-AA95
1802 Correspondence: Inspection of Outgoing General Correspondence......................... 1120-AA98
1803 District of Columbia Educational Good Time Credit..................................... 1120-AB05
1804 Suicide Prevention Program............................................................ 1120-AB06
1805 Drug Abuse Treatment Program: Subpart Revision and Clarification...................... 1120-AB07
1806 National Security; Prevention of Acts of Violence and Terrorism....................... 1120-AB08
1807 Central Inmate Monitoring (CIM) System: Streamlining Rules............................ 1120-AB14
1808 Inmate Discipline--Subpart Revision................................................... 1120-AB18
1809 Administrative Safeguards for Psychiatric Treatment and Medication.................... 1120-AB20
1810 Classification and Program Review..................................................... 1120-AB32
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1811 Bureau of Prisons Central Office, Regional Offices, Institutions, and Staff Training 1120-AB36
Centers: Removal of Addresses from Rules..............................................
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Bureau of Prisons--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1812 Intensive Confinement Centers......................................................... 1120-AA11
1813 Good Conduct Time: Aliens With Confirmed Orders of Deportation, Exclusion, or Removal. 1120-AB12
1814 Civil Contempt of Court Commitments: Revision To Accommodate Commitments Under the DC 1120-AB13
Code..................................................................................
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Civil Rights Division--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1815 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Public Accommodations and Commercial 1190-AA44
Facilities (Section 610 Review).......................................................
1816 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services 1190-AA46
(Section 610 Review)..................................................................
1817 The Failure To Select Cause of Action of the American Competitiveness and Workforce 1190-AA48
Improvement Act of 1998...............................................................
1818 Amendments to Procedures Advising States and Political Subdivisions Specially Covered 1190-AA51
Under the Voting Rights Act How To Seek Preclearance From the Attorney General of
Proposed Voting Changes...............................................................
1819 Amendments to Coordination of Enforcement of Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted 1190-AA52
Programs and Implementation of Executive Order 12250..................................
1820 Procedures To Review Police Departments for a Pattern or Practice of Conduct That 1190-AA53
Deprives Persons of Rights, Privileges, or Immunities Secured or Protected by the
Constitution or Laws of the U.S.......................................................
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Civil Rights Division--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1821 Amendments to the Attorney General's Guidelines on Implementation of the Language 1190-AA58
Minority Provisions of the Voting Rights Act..........................................
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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1822 Commerce in Explosives--Amended Definition of Propellant Actuated Device.............. 1140-AA24
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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1823 27 CFR 55 Commerce in Explosives--Explosive Pest Control Devices...................... 1140-AA03
1824 27 CFR 178 Commerce in Firearms and Ammunition (Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations 1140-AA04
Act of 1997)..........................................................................
1825 Machine Guns, Destructive Devices, and Certain Other Firearms--Amended Definition of 1140-AA23
``Pistol''............................................................................
1826 Commerce in Explosives--Hobby Rocket Motors........................................... 1140-AA25
1827 Implementation of the Child Safety Lock Act of 2005................................... 1140-AA26
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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1828 Implementation of the Safe Explosives Act............................................. 1140-AA00
1829 27 CFR 55 Commerce in Explosives (Including Explosives in the Fireworks Industry) 1140-AA01
(Rulemaking Resulting From a Section 610 Review)......................................
1830 27 CFR 178 Residency Requirement for Persons Acquiring Firearms....................... 1140-AA05
1831 27 CFR 55 Implementation of Public Law 104-208, the Omnibus Consolidated 1140-AA06
Appropriations Act of 1997, Relating to the Establishment of a National Repository for
Arson and Explosives Information......................................................
1832 27 CFR 178 Public Law 105-277, Making Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency Supplemental 1140-AA08
Appropriations for FY `99 Relating to Firearms Disabilities for Nonimmigrant Aliens...
1833 27 CFR 178 Implementation of Public Law 105-277 Relating to Secure Gun Storage........ 1140-AA10
1834 Implementation of the Safe Explosives Act--Delivery of Explosive Materials by Common 1140-AA20
or Contract Carrier...................................................................
1835 Commerce in Explosives--Separation Distances of Ammonium Nitrate and Blasting Agents 1140-AA27
From Explosives or Blasting Agents....................................................
1836 Commerce in Firearms--Amended Definition of ``Alien Illegally or Unlawfully in the 1140-AA28
United States''.......................................................................
1837 The U.S. Munitions Import List and Import Restrictions Applicable to Certain Countries 1140-AA29
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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1838 Commerce in Firearms and Ammunition--Importation of Firearm Frames, Receivers, and 1140-AA22
Barrels...............................................................................
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Drug Enforcement Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1839 Guidelines for Providing Controlled Substances to Ocean Vessels....................... 1117-AA40
1840 Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances.................................... 1117-AA61
1841 Reorganization and Clarification of DEA Regulations................................... 1117-AA63
1842 Chemical Mixtures Containing Gamma-Butyrolactone...................................... 1117-AA64
1843 Chemical Mixtures Containing Listed Forms of Phosphorus............................... 1117-AA66
1844 Electronic Application for Controlled Substances and Listed Chemical Registration: 1117-AA91
Technical Amendments..................................................................
1845 Revision of Reporting Requirements for Imports and Exports of List I and List II 1117-AA92
Chemicals.............................................................................
1846 Changes in the Regulation of Iodine and Its Chemical Mixtures......................... 1117-AA93
1847 Definition of Positional Isomer As It Pertains to the Control of Schedule I Controlled 1117-AA94
Substances............................................................................
1848 Limited Exemption for Peyote Use in Traditional Ceremonies With a Traditional Indian 1117-AA97
Religion by Members of Federally Recognized Indian Tribes.............................
1849 Reexportation of Controlled Substances................................................ 1117-AB00
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Drug Enforcement Administration--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1850 Exemption of Chemical Mixtures........................................................ 1117-AA31
1851 Clarification of Registration Requirements for Individual Practitioners............... 1117-AA89
1852 Control of Sodium Permanganate as a List II Chemical.................................. 1117-AA90
1853 Controlled Substances and List I Chemical Registration and Reregistration Application 1117-AA96
Fees..................................................................................
1854 Schedules of Controlled Substances: Exempt Anabolic Steroid Products.................. 1117-AA98
1855 Dispensing and Prescribing Approved Narcotic Controlled Substances for Maintenance or 1117-AA99
Detoxification Treatment; Removal of Patient Limitation for Dispensing or Prescribing
by Individual Practitioners...........................................................
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Drug Enforcement Administration--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1856 Security Requirements for Handlers of Pseudoephedrine, Ephedrine, and 1117-AA62
Phenylpropanolamine...................................................................
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Drug Enforcement Administration--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1857 Chemical Registration Waivers; Exemption From Chemical Registration Fees for Certain 1117-AA67
Persons...............................................................................
1858 Implementation of the Anabolic Steroid Control Act of 2004............................ 1117-AA95
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Executive Office for Immigration Review--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1859 Authority of Immigration Judges To Issue Civil Money Penalties........................ 1125-AA18
1860 Suspension of Deportation and Cancellation of Removal for Certain Battered Spouses and 1125-AA35
Children; Motions To Reopen for Certain Battered Spouses and Children.................
1861 International Matchmaking Organizations; Civil Penalties.............................. 1125-AA45
1862 Executive Office for Immigration Review; Rules Governing Immigration Proceedings...... 1125-AA53
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Executive Office for Immigration Review--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1863 Suspension of Deportation and Cancellation of Removal................................. 1125-AA25
1864 Authorities Delegated to the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review 1125-AA27
and the Chief Immigration Judge.......................................................
1865 Motions To Reopen for Suspension of Deportation and Special Rule Cancellation of 1125-AA31
Removal Pursuant to Section 1505(c) of the LIFE Act Amendments........................
1866 Protective Orders in Immigration Administration Proceedings........................... 1125-AA38
1867 Executive Office for Immigration Review Attorney/Representative Registry.............. 1125-AA39
1868 Transfer of Jurisdiction Over Appeals of Fines From the Board of Immigration Appeals 1125-AA41
to the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer.............................
1869 Definitions; Fees; Powers and Authority of DHS Officers in Removal Proceedings........ 1125-AA43
1870 Background and Security Investigation Checks in Proceedings Before Immigration Judges 1125-AA44
and the Board of Immigration Appeals..................................................
1871 Review of Custody Determinations...................................................... 1125-AA47
1872 Reopened Proceedings on Petitions for Alien Entrepreneur Immigrant Classification (EB- 1125-AA49
5 Visas)..............................................................................
1873 Information Relating to Aliens' Duty To Surrender When Ordered Removed From the United 1125-AA51
States................................................................................
1874 Venue in Removal Proceedings.......................................................... 1125-AA52
1875 Affidavits of Support on Behalf of Immigrants......................................... 1125-AA54
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Federal Bureau of Investigation--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1876 Enhanced Exchange of Criminal History Record Information.............................. 1110-AA20
1877 Carriage of Concealed Weapons Pursuant to Public Law 108-277, the Law Enforcement 1110-AA24
Officers Safety Act of 2004...........................................................
1878 Inclusion of Nonserious Offense Identification Records................................ 1110-AA25
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Federal Bureau of Investigation--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1879 Implementation of the National Stolen Passenger Motor Vehicle Information System 1110-AA01
(NSPMVIS).............................................................................
1880 Regulations Under the Pam Lychner Sexual Offender Tracking and Identification Act..... 1110-AA04
1881 Final Notice of Capacity; Supplement To Respond to Remand............................. 1110-AA10
1882 Implementation of the Private Security Officer Employment Authorization Act of 2004... 1110-AA23
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Federal Bureau of Investigation--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1883 Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act: Definitions of ``Replaced'' and 1110-AA21
``Significantly Upgraded or Otherwise Undergone Major Modification''..................
1884 Implementation of Sections 104 and 109 of the Communications Assistance for Law 1110-AA22
Enforcement Act--Notice of Actual and Maximum Capacity: Paging, MSS, SMR, and ESMR....
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Legal Activities--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1885 Enhanced Notice and Release Procedures for Owners of Seized Property Pursuant to the 1105-AA74
CAFRA of 2000; Disposition of Seized Property Too Costly To Maintain; Consolidation of
Department Regulations................................................................
1886 Reporting Under the Protection of Children From Sexual Predators Act as Amended....... 1105-AB06
1887 Procedures for Suspension and Removal of Panel Trustees and Standing Trustees......... 1105-AB12
1888 Revision to United States Marshals Service Fees for Services.......................... 1105-AB14
1889 Conforming OVW Grant Programs Regulations to Statutory Changes........................ 1105-AB15
1890 Procedures for Review of Denial of Claims of Standing Trustee for Actual, Necessary 1105-AB16
Expenses..............................................................................
1891 Approval of Nonprofit Budget and Credit Counseling Agencies and Financial Management 1105-AB17
Instructional Courses.................................................................
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Legal Activities--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1892 Designation of Agencies To Receive and Investigate Reports Required Under the 1105-AA65
Protection of Children From Sexual Predators Act......................................
1893 Guidelines for the PROTECT Act Amendments to the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against 1105-AB08
Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act...............................
1894 DNA Sample Collection From Federal Offenders Under the Justice for All Act of 2004.... 1105-AB09
1895 Preservation of Biological Evidence Under 18 U.S.C. 3600A............................. 1105-AB10
1896 Supplement to Justice Department Procedures and Council on Environmental Quality 1105-AB13
Regulations To Ensure Compliance With the National Environmental Policy Act...........
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Legal Activities--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1897 Ethical Standards for Attorneys for the Government.................................... 1105-AA67
1898 National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) Reporting Regulations........ 1105-AA71
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Legal Activities--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1899 Minimum Qualifications for Annuity Brokers in Connection With Structured Settlements 1105-AA82
Entered Into by the United States.....................................................
1900 STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program and STOP Violence Against Indian 1105-AB07
Women Discretionary Grant Program: Clarification of Match Requirement.................
1901 Procedures To Promote Compliance With Crime Victims' Rights Obligations............... 1105-AB11
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Office of Justice Programs--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1902 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Crime Victim Compensation Program Regulations............. 1121-AA68
1903 Victim of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Program.................................. 1121-AA69
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Office of Justice Programs--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
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Number Number
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1904 Correctional Facilities on Tribal Lands Grant Program................................. 1121-AA41
1905 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Acts of 1998 and 2000.............................. 1121-AA48
1906 Environmental Impact Review Procedures for the VOI/TIS Grant Program.................. 1121-AA52
1907 Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program.............................................. 1121-AA56
1908 International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program.......................... 1121-AA63
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Office of Justice Programs--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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1909 Criminal Intelligence Systems Operating Policies...................................... 1121-AA59
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Department of Justice (DOJ) Proposed Rule Stage
Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
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1783. VICTIM/WITNESS NOTIFICATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) revises its
rules on Victim/Witness Notifications to more accurately reflect
updated and streamlined program processes and to clarify existing
provisions by using simpler organization and language. For further
simplification, we remove language relating solely to internal Agency
practices and procedures.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB25
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1784. AUTOPSIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4005, 4042,
4045, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after
November 1, 1987), 4241 to 4247, 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12,
1984)
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 549.80
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) streamlines
the rule on autopsies by removing internal agency management procedures
that need not be stated in regulation.
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Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB26
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1785. SEARCHING AND DETAINING OR ARRESTING NON-INMATES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to
amend its regulations on searching and detaining or arresting non-
inmates. This revision reorganizes current rules and makes other
changes for clarity. We also make changes that would subject non-
inmates to random pat searches as a condition of entry to a Bureau
facility.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 01/31/06 71 FR 5026
NPRM Comment Period End 04/03/06
Final Action 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB28
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1786. INCOMING PUBLICATIONS: SECURITY MEASURES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301, 551, 552a; 18 USC 1791, 3621, 3622, 3624,
4001, 4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or
after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12,
1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 28 USC 509, 510,
530C(b)(6)
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) revises its
regulations on incoming publications. This proposed rule streamlines
and reorganizes the regulations. The amendment provides that inmates in
all Bureau institutions may receive publications, whether hardcover or
softcover, only from a publisher, book club, or bookstore. This
amendment is necessary to reduce the amount of contraband introduced
into Federal prisons through materials sent by mail. The presence of
contraband in the prisons, including drugs, weapons, and escape-related
materials poses grave dangers to staff, inmates, and the public. We
considered alternate solutions to the problem of intercepting
contraband, such as the use of technological security devices or
increased staffing, but determined that these options were
impracticable. This revision also adds advertising mail (advertising
brochures, flyers, catalogs, and similar materials whose primary
purpose is to sell a product or service) as a reason for rejection of
an incoming publication. Advertising brochures, flyers, catalogs, and
similar materials whose primary purpose is to sell a product(s) or
service(s) will not be delivered to the inmate and will be destroyed
without further notice to the inmate or sender.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB31
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1787. INMATE WORK AND PERFORMANCE PAY PROGRAM: REDUCTION IN PAY FOR
DRUG- AND ALCOHOL-RELATED DISCIPLINARY OFFENSES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3013, 3571, 3572, 3621, 3622, 3624, 3663, 4001,
4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after
November 1, 1987); 18 USC 4126, 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12,
1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509
and 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 545.25
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) amends
regulations on inmate work and performance pay to require that inmates
receiving performance pay who are found through the disciplinary
process (found in 28 CFR part 541) to have committed a level 100 or 200
series drug- or alcohol-related prohibited act will automatically have
their performance pay reduced to maintenance pay level and be removed
from any assigned work detail outside the secure perimeter of the
institution.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB33
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1788. ADMINISTRATIVE REMEDY PROGRAM--SUBPART REVISION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081,
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4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after November 1,
1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 1984, as to offenses
committed after that date); 28 USC 509 and 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 542
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) revises
current regulations on the Administrative Remedy Program to clarify
existing provisions and to expand the program to allow Federal inmates
housed in contract facilities to file grievances related to Bureau
issues. For further simplification, we remove language relating solely
to internal Agency practices and procedures. The changes would provide
a consistent approach to correct the current deficiency in the
Administrative Remedy Program and to provide Federal inmates housed in
contract facilities with a process for addressing issues for which only
the Bureau may grant relief.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB34
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1789. LIMITED COMMUNICATION FOR TERRORIST INMATES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301, 551, 552a; 18 USC chs 113b and 115, 1791,
3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081; 18 USC 4082 (Repealed in part as to
offenses committed on or after November 1, 1987), 5006 to 5024
(Repealed October 12, 1984, as to offenses committed after that date),
5039; 28 USC 509, 510, 530C(b)(6)
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes a
new rule that allows for limiting the communication opportunities of
inmates charged with, convicted of, or detained in relation to an
offense under title 18 U.S.C. chapters 113B or 115; or are charged with
having engaged in, have engaged in, are detained in relation to, or are
linked in any way to terrorist-related activity as part of their
current or previous offense conduct or conduct while incarcerated. The
rule allows for limiting individual inmate's communications when the
Warden of the facility, in consultation with the Regional Director and
approved by the Assistant Director, Correctional Programs Division,
deems it necessary to ensure the safety, security, and good order of
the institution; protection of the public; or national security.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 04/03/06 71 FR 16520
NPRM Comment Period End 06/02/06
Final Action 04/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: See also RIN 1120-AB08, National Security:
Prevention of Acts of Violence and Terrorism.
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB35
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1790. POSSESSION OR INTRODUCTION OF PERSONAL FIREARMS PROHIBITED ON
FEDERAL PENAL OR CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION GROUNDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 751, 752, 1791, 1792, 1793, 3050,
3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4012, 4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed as to offenses
committed on or after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed
October 12, 1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 28 USC
509, 510; PL 80-772; 18 USC 1791 and 4042; PL 108-277 (18 USC 926B); 28
CFR 6
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 511
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To help ensure the safe operation of Federal prisons, this
proposed rule clarifies that possession or introduction of personal
firearms, or attempting, aiding, or abetting possession or introduction
of personal firearms, on Federal penal or correctional institution
grounds is prohibited, with the following exceptions: (1) Personal
firearms are permitted as required in the performance of official law
enforcement duties; (2) law enforcement personnel are permitted to
possess personal firearms on firing ranges located on Bureau of Prisons
property, where constant possession and control of the firearm is
maintained; and (3) an officer or employee of the Bureau of Prisons who
resides on Bureau of Prisons property may store personal firearms in
secure locations designated by the Warden, other than residences.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB37
_______________________________________________________________________
1791. INMATE ELECTRONIC MESSAGE PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301, 551, 552a; 18 USC 1791, 3621, 3622, 3624,
4001, 4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to conduct occurring on or
after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12,
1984, as to conduct occurring after that date); 28 USC 509, 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540, subpart C
[[Page 22856]]
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to establish an
inmate electronic message program for general correspondence with
persons in the community. We intend that this will provide inmates with
an alternative means of written correspondence and provide the Bureau
with a more efficient, cost effective, and secure method of managing
inmate mail services. However, the inmates participating in this
program will not have access to the Internet. As more inmates use the
new electronic message program, it will reduce the opportunities to
introduce contraband into Bureau facilities through inmate mail.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB38
_______________________________________________________________________
1792. INTENSIVE CONFINEMENT CENTER PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to remove current
rules on the intensive confinement center program (ICC). The ICC is a
specialized program for non-violent offenders combining features of a
military boot camp with traditional Bureau correctional values. The
Bureau will no longer be offering the ICC program (also known as Shock
Incarceration or Boot Camp) to inmates as a program option. This
decision was made as part of an overall strategy to eliminate programs
that do not reduce recidivism.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB39
_______________________________________________________________________
1793. INMATE ACCESS TO INMATE CENTRAL FILE: PSRS AND
SORS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 13 USC; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624; 18 USC
4001, 4042, 4942, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to conduct occurring
on or after November 1, 1987), 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 1984,
as to conduct occurring after that date), 5039; 28 USC 509 and 510; 31
USC 3711(f); 5 CFR 297
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 513.40
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to amend current
regulations regarding inmate access to Inmate Central File materials to
prohibit inmates incarcerated in Bureau facilities, including those in
contract facilities or community confinement, from possessing their
Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports (PSR), Statements of Reasons (SOR),
or other similar sentencing documents from criminal judgments. Such
inmates under this prohibition will be permitted to review their PSRs
and SORs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB40
_______________________________________________________________________
1794. DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAM: ELIGIBILITY OF DC
CODE OFFENDERS FOR EARLY RELEASE CONSIDERATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3521 to 3528, 3621, 3622, 3624,
4001, 4042, 4046, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed
on or after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October
12, 1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 21 USC 848; 28 USC
509 and 510; title V, PL 91-452, 84 Stat 933 (18 USC ch 223); DC Code
sec 24-403.01(d-1)(1)
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to
extend early release consideration to D.C. Code offenders pursuant to
DC Code section 24-403.01.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB41
_______________________________________________________________________
1795. SMOKING/NO SMOKING AREAS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 1512, 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4005,
4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after
November 1, 1987); 18 USC 4161 to 4166 (Repealed as to offenses
committed on or after November 1, 1987); 28 USC 509 and 510; PL 99-500,
sec 209; Attorney General's May 1, 1995, Guidelines for Victim and
Witness Assistance
[[Page 22857]]
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 551
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to
revise regulations pertaining to smoking/no smoking for inmates in
Bureau facilities. The revised regulations indicate that smoking is
generally prohibited in and on the grounds of Bureau institutions and
offices, with the following two exceptions: Smoking is permitted as
part of an authorized inmate religious activity; and, for all persons
who wish to enter, or are present inside, Bureau facilities, other than
inmates in Bureau custody, smoking is permitted only in smoking areas
designated by the Warden. This rule also clarifies that possession of
smoking apparatus and tobacco in any form is prohibited for inmates,
unless as part of an authorized inmate religious activity. Smoking is
defined as inhaling the smoke of any substance through the use of
smoking apparatus including, but not limited to, cigars, cigarettes, or
pipes. We intend this amendment to promote a clean air environment and
to protect the health and safety of staff and inmates.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB42
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Final Rule Stage
Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
_______________________________________________________________________
1796. LITERACY PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC
4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509
to 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 544.70 to 544.76
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document makes changes to the Bureau's literacy program
regulations for the sake of clarification or simplification.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 09/26/97 62 FR 50791
Interim Final Rule Effective 11/03/97
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 11/25/97
Final Action 10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________
1797. TELEPHONE REGULATIONS AND INMATE FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC
4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) is withdrawing certain
provisions in its rules on telephone regulations and on the inmate
financial responsibility program (IFRP) which were published in the
Federal Register on April 4, 1994 (59 FR 15812).
In the April 4, 1994, revision of its rules on telephone regulations
and on the IFRP, the Bureau delayed the effective date for provisions
in sections 540.105(c) and 545.11(d)(10), which imposed limitations on
the telephone privileges of inmates refusing to participate in the
IFRP. These provisions were to become effective January 3, 1995. Due to
ongoing litigation in Washington v. Reno, the effective date for these
provisions was further delayed until January 4, 1996 (60 FR 240).
In accordance with the Court-approved settlement in Washington v. Reno,
through this rule, the Bureau withdrew these provisions and the
reference to the IFRP telephone restrictions in 28 CFR section
540.100(a) and published at 61 FR 92 a new proposed rule to impose a
different restriction on the telephone privileges of inmates who refuse
to participate in the IFRP. This rule was finalized on December 28,
1999 (64 FR 72798, see RIN 1120-AA49).
On July 1, 2005, we merged the two rules described above (1120-AA49 and
this rule). The Bureau is currently developing a rule finalizing the
interim rules.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 01/02/96 61 FR 90
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 03/04/96
Final Action 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________
1798. GOOD CONDUCT TIME
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3568; 28 USC 509 to 510; 18 USC 3621 to 3622;
18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 4161
[[Page 22858]]
to 4166; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 523
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document notes the statutory requirements for the
awarding of good conduct time, including the Bureau's consideration in
instances where the inmate does not have a high school diploma or GED
and is not making satisfactory progress toward earning a high school
diploma or GED.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 09/26/97 62 FR 50786
Interim Final Rule Effective 11/03/97
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 11/25/97
Final Action 11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________
1799. DESIGNATION OF OFFENSES SUBJECT TO SEX OFFENDER RELEASE
NOTIFICATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3565; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5031 to 5042;
28 USC 509 to 510; 18 USC 2568 to 3569; 18 USC 3582; 18 USC 3621 to
3622; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 4161 to
4166; 18 USC 4201 to 4218
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 571
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document designates various offenses as sexual offenses
for purposes of 18 U.S.C. 4042(c). The designations ensure that
notifications can be made for military offenders, for District of
Columbia Code offenders, and for these and other Federal inmates with a
sex offense in their criminal history.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 12/16/98 63 FR 69386
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 02/16/99
Final Action 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA85
_______________________________________________________________________
1800. SEARCHES OF HOUSING UNITS, INMATES, INMATE WORK AREAS, AND PERSONS
OTHER THAN INMATES: ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 751 to 752; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039;
28 USC 509 to 510; 18 USC 1791 to 1793; 18 USC 3050; 18 USC 3621 to
3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4012; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081
to 4082
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 511; 28 CFR 552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document clarifies provisions in the Bureau's
regulations that pertain to the use of electronic devices in searches
of inmates and persons other than inmates.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/25/99 64 FR 9431
NPRM Comment Period End 04/26/99
Final Action 10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________
1801. DRUG TESTING PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC
4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 4251 to 4255; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18
USC 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 550
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document consolidates into a single drug testing program
separately stated regulations on alcohol testing and urine
surveillance. The consolidated regulations provide for more flexibility
in the use of testing methods.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/21/00 65 FR 57126
NPRM Comment Period End 11/20/00
Final Action 11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA95
_______________________________________________________________________
1802. CORRESPONDENCE: INSPECTION OF OUTGOING GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 551; 5 USC 552a; 18 USC 1791; 18 USC 3621 to
3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18
USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540.14
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document amends the Bureau's regulations on
correspondence to require that outgoing inmate general correspondence
at all institutions may not be sealed and may be read and
[[Page 22859]]
inspected by staff. This amendment is intended to provide for the
continued efficient and secure operation of the institution and to
protect the public. The requirement does not apply to special mail.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/27/99 64 FR 40718
NPRM Comment Period End 09/27/99
Final Action 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA98
_______________________________________________________________________
1803. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA EDUCATIONAL GOOD TIME CREDIT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3568; 18 USC 3621; 18 USC 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18
USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081; 18 USC 4082; 18 USC 4161 to 4166;
18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 523
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule establishes procedures for awarding educational
good time credit consistent with the DC Code for offenders in Bureau
institutions or Bureau contract facilities, under the National Capital
Revitalization and Self-Government Improvement Act of 1997, who
committed their offenses before August 5, 2000.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 07/24/02 67 FR 48385
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 09/23/02
Final Action 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB05
_______________________________________________________________________
1804. SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081, 4082, 5006
to 5024, 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document revises Bureau regulations on the suicide
prevention program for the sake of clarity and in order to remove
Agency management procedures that do not need to be stated in
regulations. The revised regulations more clearly delineate for the
inmate the procedures used to identify and protect inmates deemed to be
at risk for suicide.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/13/00 65 FR 67670
NPRM Comment Period End 01/12/01
Final Action 11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB06
_______________________________________________________________________
1805. DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAM: SUBPART REVISION AND CLARIFICATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 3521 to 3528, 4042, 4046, 4081, 4082, 5006 to
5024, 5039; 28 USC 848, 509, 510; 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18
USC 4001; . . .
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 550
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons proposes to amend its
regulations on the drug abuse treatment program. We intend this
amendment to streamline and clarify these regulations, eliminating
unnecessary text and obsolete language, and removing internal agency
procedures that need not be in rules text.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM (BOP 1093) 09/20/00 65 FR 56840
NPRM (BOP 1093) Comment Period
End 11/20/00
NPRM (BOP 1109) 07/01/04 69 FR 39887
NPRM (BOP 1109) Comment Period
End 08/30/04
Final Action 06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: The action previously reported at RIN 1120-AA88
has been merged into this rulemaking.
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB07
_______________________________________________________________________
1806. NATIONAL SECURITY; PREVENTION OF ACTS OF VIOLENCE AND TERRORISM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081,
4082, 4161 to 4166, 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509, 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 500, 501
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Current Bureau of Prisons regulations on institutional
management authorize the Bureau to impose special administrative
measures with respect to specified inmates, based on information
provided by senior intelligence or law enforcement officials, where it
has been determined to be necessary to prevent the
[[Page 22860]]
dissemination either of classified information that could endanger the
national security or of other information that could lead to acts of
violence and terrorism.
This rule extends the period of time for which such special
administrative measures may be imposed from 120 days to up to 1 year
and modifies the standards for approving extensions of such special
administrative measures for further increments of time. In addition, in
those cases where the Attorney General has certified that reasonable
suspicion exists to believe that an inmate may use communications with
attorneys or their agents to further or facilitate acts of violence or
terrorism, this rule amends the existing regulations to provide that
the Bureau is authorized to monitor mail or communications with
attorneys in order to deter such acts, subject to specific procedural
safeguards, to the extent permitted under the Constitution and laws of
the United States. Finally, this rule provides that the head of each
component of the Department of Justice that has custody of persons for
whom special administrative measures are determined to be necessary may
exercise the same authority to impose such measures as the Director of
the Bureau of Prisons.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 10/30/01 66 FR 55062
Interim Final Rule Effective 10/31/01
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 12/31/01
Final Action 10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: See also: 1120-AA35, Limited Communication for
Terrorist Inmates
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________
1807. CENTRAL INMATE MONITORING (CIM) SYSTEM: STREAMLINING RULES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621 to 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081
to 4082; 18 USC 223; 18 USC 5006 to 5024, 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510; . .
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to
streamline its rules on the Central Inmate Monitoring system (CIM). We
intend this amendment to streamline our regulations by removing
internal agency management procedures that need not be stated in
regulation. Bureau policy is a more appropriate vehicle through which
to provide instruction and guidance to staff. All the provisions we
removed consist of our instruction and guidance to Bureau staff. These
provisions relate solely to internal agency management and practice and
do not impose obligations or confer any benefits upon our regulated
entities (the inmates) or the public. The procedures that were in these
regulations will continue to exist, unchanged, in our policy statement
on the Admission and Orientation Program. Any requirement imposed on
our staff in these rules will remain a Bureau-wide requirement in our
policy. It is important to note that we have not changed the substance
of the CIM rules.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB14
_______________________________________________________________________
1808. INMATE DISCIPLINE--SUBPART REVISION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621 to 3622, 4001, 4042, 4081 to
4082; 18 USC 4161 to 4166, 5006 to 5024, 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 541
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to
amend its Inmate Discipline and Special Housing Unit (SHU) regulations.
We intend this amendment to streamline and clarify these regulations,
eliminating unnecessary text and obsolete language and removing
internal agency procedures (guidance to staff on how to implement
disciplinary processes) that need not be in rules text. The changes
involve extensive reorganization and updates to obsolete and
unnecessary disciplinary codes and processes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/26/05 70 FR 43093
NPRM Comment Period End 09/26/05
Final Action 06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB18
_______________________________________________________________________
1809. ADMINISTRATIVE SAFEGUARDS FOR PSYCHIATRIC TREATMENT AND MEDICATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 10 USC 876b; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3524, 4001,
4005, 4042, 4045, 4081, 4082; 18 USC 4241 to 4247, 5006 to 5024, 5039;
28 USC 509, 510
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 549
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) amends its
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regulations on Psychiatric Treatment and Medication. We make several
minor word changes to conform more closely with the language of 18
U.S.C. sections 4241 to 4247 on psychiatric hospitalization. We remove
from the rule one element of the standard for determining whether
treatment or psychotropic medication is necessary because this element
is inconsistent with community standards and case law. We also change
the rules to conform with statutory authority regarding military
prisoners and District of Columbia (DC) Code violators in Bureau
custody. Previously, our procedures for involuntary psychiatric
treatment and medication did not apply to military prisoners or DC Code
violators. Under new statutory authority, military prisoners who are
incompetent to stand trial, or who have been found not guilty by reason
of lack of mental responsibility may now be committed to the Bureau's
custody. Sentenced DC Code offenders may now be involuntarily committed
to a Bureau psychiatric hospital. Such military prisoners and DC Code
violators are subject to our regulations. We revise the applicability
statement accordingly.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 12/29/03 68 FR 74892
NPRM Comment Period End 02/27/04
Final Action 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB20
_______________________________________________________________________
1810. CLASSIFICATION AND PROGRAM REVIEW
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to
revise its regulations on classification and program review to remove
unnecessary regulations and to ensure that classification and program
review procedures adequately address inmate needs.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/03/05 70 FR 66814
NPRM Comment Period End 01/03/06
Final Action 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB32
_______________________________________________________________________
1811. BUREAU OF PRISONS CENTRAL OFFICE, REGIONAL OFFICES, INSTITUTIONS,
AND STAFF TRAINING CENTERS: REMOVAL OF ADDRESSES FROM RULES
Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081,
4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after November 1,
1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 1984, as to offenses
committed after that date); 28 USC 509, 510, 1346(b), 2671 to 2680; 28
CFR 0.95 to 0.99, 0.172, 14.1-11
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 503; 28 CFR 543
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) removes its
rules listing the addresses of Bureau facilities in each of its
regions. We will replace these rules with a short description of the
Bureau's structure, the address of the Bureau's Central Office, and a
reference to the Bureau's Internet address containing current and
frequently updated contact information on Bureau facilities and
Regional Offices. This change will enable the Bureau to more quickly
and accurately provide updated contact information to members of the
public, in light of frequently changing circumstances.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 11/04/05 70 FR 67090
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 01/03/06
Final Action 06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building,
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB36
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Completed Actions
Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
_______________________________________________________________________
1812. INTENSIVE CONFINEMENT CENTERS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524.31 to 524.34
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Merged With 1120-AB39 01/30/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi
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Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________
1813. GOOD CONDUCT TIME: ALIENS WITH CONFIRMED ORDERS OF DEPORTATION,
EXCLUSION, OR REMOVAL
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 523.20
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 11/03/05 70 FR 66752
Final Action Effective 12/05/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB12
_______________________________________________________________________
1814. CIVIL CONTEMPT OF COURT COMMITMENTS: REVISION TO ACCOMMODATE
COMMITMENTS UNDER THE DC CODE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 522
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 11/04/05 70 FR 67091
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1120-AB13
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Proposed Rule Stage
Civil Rights Division (CRT)
_______________________________________________________________________
1815. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN PUBLIC
ACCOMMODATIONS AND COMMERCIAL FACILITIES (SECTION 610 REVIEW)
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509; 28 USC 510; 42 USC 12186(b)
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 36
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In 1991, the Department of Justice published regulations to
implement title III of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990
(ADA). Those regulations include the ADA Standards for Accessible
Design, which establish requirements for the design and construction of
accessible facilities that are consistent with the ADA Accessibility
Guidelines (ADAAG) published by the U.S. Architectural and
Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board). In the time
since the regulations became effective, the Department of Justice and
the Access Board have each gathered a great deal of information
regarding the implementation of the Standards. The Access Board began
the process of revising ADAAG a number of years ago. It published new
ADAAG in final form on July 23, 2004, after having published guidelines
in proposed form in November 1999 and in draft final form in April
2002. In order to maintain consistency between ADAAG and the ADA
Standards, the Department is reviewing its title III regulations and
expects to propose, in one or more stages, to adopt revised ADA
Standards consistent with the final revised ADAAG and to make related
revisions to the Department's title III regulations. In addition to
maintaining consistency between ADAAG and the Standards, the purpose of
this review and these revisions will be to more closely coordinate with
voluntary standards; to clarify areas which, through inquiries and
comments to the Department's technical assistance phone lines, have
been shown to cause confusion; to reflect evolving technologies in
areas affected by the Standards; and to comply with section 610 of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act, which requires agencies once every 10 years
to review rules that have a significant economic impact upon a
substantial number of small entities.
The first step in adopting revised Standards was an advance notice of
proposed rulemaking that was published in the Federal Register on
September 30, 2004, at 69 FR 58768, issued under both title II and
title III. The Department believes that the advance notice will
simplify and clarify the preparation of the proposed rule to follow. In
addition to giving notice that the proposed rule will adopt revised ADA
accessibility standards, the advance notice raised questions for public
comment and proposed a framework for the regulatory analysis that will
accompany the proposed rule.
The adoption of revised ADAAG will also serve to address changes to the
ADA Standards previously proposed in RIN 1190-AA26, RIN 1190-AA38, RIN
1190-AA47, and RIN 1190-AA50, all of which have now been withdrawn from
the Unified Agenda. These changes will include technical specifications
for facilities designed for use by children, accessibility standards
for State and local government facilities, play areas, and recreation
facilities, all of which had previously been published by the Access
Board.
The timetable set forth below refers to the notice of proposed
rulemaking that the Department will issue as the second step of the
above described title III rulemaking. This notice of proposed
rulemaking will be issued under both title II and title III. For
purposes of the title III regulation, this notice will propose to adopt
revised ADA Standards for Accessible Design consistent with the minimum
guidelines of the revised ADAAG. The second stage will initiate the
review of the regulation in accordance with the requirements of section
610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, as amended by the Small Business
Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (SBREFA).
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 09/30/04 69 FR 58768
ANPRM Comment Period End 01/28/05
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ANPRM Comment Period Extended 01/19/05 70 FR 2992
ANPRM Comment Period End 05/31/05
NPRM 01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: RIN 1190-AA44, which will effect changes to 28
CFR 36 (the Department's regulation implementing title III of the ADA),
is related to another rulemaking of the Civil Rights Division, RIN
1190-AA46, which will effect changes to 28 CFR 35 (the Department's
regulation implementing title II of the ADA).
Agency Contact: John L. Wodatch, Chief, Disability Rights Section,
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, P.O. Box 66738,
Washington, DC 20035
Phone: 800 514-0301
TDD Phone: 800 514-0383
Fax: 202 307-1198
RIN: 1190-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________
1816. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN STATE AND LOCAL
GOVERNMENT SERVICES (SECTION 610 REVIEW)
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509 to 510; 42 USC 12134; PL 101-336
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 35
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On July 26, 1991, the Department published its final rule
implementing title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). On
November 16, 1999, the U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers
Compliance Board (Access Board) issued its first comprehensive review
of the ADA Accessibility Guidelines, which form the basis of the
Department's ADA Standards for Accessible Design. The Access Board
published an Availability of Draft Final Guidelines on April 2, 2002,
and published the ADA Accessibility Guidelines in final form on July
23, 2004. The ADA (section 204(c)) requires the Department's standards
to be consistent with the Access Board's guidelines. In order to
maintain consistency between ADAAG and the Standards, the Department is
reviewing its title II regulations and expects to propose, in one or
more stages, to adopt revised standards consistent with new ADAAG. The
Department will also, in one or more stages, review its title II
regulations for purposes of section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility
Act and make related changes to its title II regulations.
In addition to the statutory requirement for the rule, the social and
economic realities faced by Americans with disabilities dictate the
need for the rule. Individuals with disabilities cannot participate in
the social and economic activities of the Nation without being able to
access the programs and services of State and local governments.
Further, amending the Department's ADA regulations will improve the
format and usability of the ADA Standards for Accessible Design;
harmonize the differences between the ADA Standards and national
consensus standards and model codes; update the ADA Standards to
reflect technological developments that meet the needs of persons with
disabilities; and coordinate future ADA Standards revisions with
national standards and model code organizations. As a result, the
overarching goal of improving access for persons with disabilities so
that they can benefit from the goods, services, and activities provided
to the public by covered entities will be met.
The first part of the rulemaking process was an advance notice of
proposed rulemaking, published in the Federal Register on September 30,
2004, at 69 FR 58768, issued under both title II and title III. The
Department believes the advance notice will simplify and clarify the
preparation of the proposed rule to follow. In addition to giving
notice of the proposed rule that will adopt revised ADA accessibility
standards, the advance notice raised questions for public comment and
proposed a framework for the regulatory analysis that will accompany
the proposed rule.
The adoption of revised ADA Standards consistent with revised ADAAG
will also serve to address changes to the ADA Standards previously
proposed under RIN 1190-AA26, RIN 1190-AA38, RIN 1190-AA47, and RIN
1190-AA50, all of which have now been withdrawn from the Unified
Agenda. These changes will include technical specifications for
facilities designed for use by children, accessibility standards for
State and local government facilities, play areas, and recreation
facilities, all of which had previously been published by the Access
Board.
The timetable set forth below refers to the notice of proposed
rulemaking that the Department will issue as the second step of the
above-described title II rulemaking. This notice of proposed rulemaking
will be issued under both title II and title III. For purposes of the
title II regulation alone, this notice will also propose to eliminate
the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) as an alternative to
the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 09/30/04 69 FR 58768
ANPRM Comment Period End 01/28/05
ANPRM Comment Period Extended 01/19/05 70 FR 2992
ANPRM Comment Period End 05/31/05
NPRM 01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Local, State
Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in
EO 13132.
Additional Information: RIN 1190-AA46, which will effect changes to 28
CFR 35 (the Department's regulation implementing title II of the ADA),
is related to another rulemaking of the Civil Rights Division, RIN
1190-AA44, which will effect changes to 28 CFR 36 (the Department's
regulation implementing title III of the ADA). By adopting revised
ADAAG, this rulemaking will, among other things, address changes to the
ADA Standards previously proposed in RINs 1190-AA26, 1190-AA36, and
1190-AA38, which have been withdrawn and merged into this rulemaking.
These changes include accessibility standards for State and local
government facilities that had been previously published by the Access
Board (RIN 1190-AA26) and
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the timing for the compliance of State and local governments with the
curb-cut requirements of the title II regulation (RIN 1190-AA36). In
order to consolidate regulatory actions implementing title II of the
ADA, on February 15, 2000, RINs 1190-AA26 and 1190-AA38 were merged
into this rulemaking and on March 5, 2002, RIN 1190-AA36 was merged
into this rulemaking.
Agency Contact: John L. Wodatch, Chief, Disability Rights Section,
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, P.O. Box 66738,
Washington, DC 20035
Phone: 800 514-0301
TDD Phone: 800 514-0383
Fax: 202 307-1198
RIN: 1190-AA46
_______________________________________________________________________
1817. THE FAILURE TO SELECT CAUSE OF ACTION OF THE AMERICAN
COMPETITIVENESS AND WORKFORCE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1998
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1182(n)(5); 8 USC 1103(a); 8 USC 1182(n); 8 USC
1324b
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 44.500; 28 CFR 68
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act
(ACWIA)--enacted as part of the Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency
Supplemental Appropriations Act of 1998--made various changes to the
Immigration and Nationality Act (the INA) relating to temporary
nonimmigrant professionals. In this rule (RIN 1190-AA48), the
Department's Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair
Employment Practices (OSC) will implement the ACWIA ``failure to
select'' protections--codified in the INA at section 212(n)(5)--by
establishing a process under which U.S. workers may file complaints
against certain employers deemed ``H-1B dependent'' that deny them
employment opportunities by improperly hiring temporary foreign
professionals on H-1B visas. Under this process, OSC may receive and
review these complaints, and then--if there is reasonable cause to
believe the allegations--initiate binding arbitration proceedings
through the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS). Although
this cause of action, originally enacted in ACWIA, sunset on October 1,
2003, it was revived in the H-1B Visa Reform Act of 2004.
This rule also changes regulations of the Office of the Chief
Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO) of the Executive Office for
Immigration Review (EOIR) to provide for the review of arbitrators'
decisions and, where appropriate, the award of administrative relief
for a ``failure to select'' cause of action under the American
Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act of 1988. This new cause
of action allows an aggrieved party to file a complaint against a
covered employer when it seeks to hire an H-1B visa holder over an
equally or better qualified United States worker who applied for the
job. Arbitrators of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service will
adjudicate the complaints. The regulation also allows the Office of the
Chief Administrative Hearing Officer to review the Arbitrator's
findings, if necessary, and to impose remedies against the employer.
This rule is being coordinated with EOIR, the Department of Labor
(DOL), and the FMCS.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: ACWIA increased the numerical cap on H-1B
nonimmigrant aliens; required certain dependent employers to make
additional attestations to the Department of Labor (DOL); increased the
penalties for employers who have been found to be in violation of DOL's
rules; and created a ``whistle blower'' clause to protect H-1B workers
who filed complaints against their employer.
Agency Contact: Katherine A. Baldwin, Deputy Special Counsel,
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Office of Special Counsel
for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices, 950 Pennsylvania
Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 616-5594
Fax: 202 616-5509
Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of Justice, Executive
Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, Suite 2600, Falls
Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1190-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________
1818. AMENDMENTS TO PROCEDURES ADVISING STATES AND POLITICAL
SUBDIVISIONS SPECIALLY COVERED UNDER THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT HOW TO SEEK
PRECLEARANCE FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF PROPOSED VOTING CHANGES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509 to 510; 42 USC 1973a(c); 42 USC
1973c
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 requires certain
States and their political subdivisions (covered jurisdictions) to
obtain ``preclearance'' from the Federal Government of proposed changes
in voting practices and procedures prior to their implementation.
Preclearance may be obtained either through litigation in the United
States District Court for the District of Columbia or administratively
from the Attorney General. In 1971, the Department first issued
procedures for the administration of section 5 to inform covered
jurisdictions concerning the manner in which they could comply with
section 5 in the administrative proceeding before the Attorney General.
In subsequent years, the Department has amended these procedures to
reflect changes in section 5 law, in the Attorney General's internal
practices, and to make the procedures clearer and easier to follow. In
the many years since the last major amendment to the procedures, there
have been significant changes in section 5 law and in the practices
employed by the Department in processing submissions, which are not
reflected in the existing procedures.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
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Government Levels Affected: Local, State
Agency Contact: John K. Tanner, Chief, Voting Section, Department of
Justice, Civil Rights Division, 1800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202 514-2386
RIN: 1190-AA51
_______________________________________________________________________
1819. AMENDMENTS TO COORDINATION OF ENFORCEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION IN
FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 12250
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 2000d et seq; 29 USC 706; 29 USC 794; EO 12250
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 42.401 to 42.415; 28 CFR 41.1 to 41.58
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In 1988, the Civil Rights Restoration Act (CRRA) added
definitions of ``program or activity'' and ``program'' to title VI and
added a definition of ``program or activity'' to section 504. The added
definitions were designed to clarify the broad scope of coverage of
recipients' programs or activities under these statutes. In a joint
rulemaking described at RIN 1190-AA49, and published in the Federal
Register on August 26, 2003, the Department of Justice and other
Federal agencies conformed their regulations to the CRRA.
In the rulemaking described under this RIN (1190-AA52) the Department
of Justice proposes to make conforming amendments to its coordination
regulations concerning agency enforcement of title VI of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, 28 CFR 42.401 to 42.415, and agency enforcement of
section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 28 CFR 41.1 to 41.58.
The proposed amendments explicitly incorporate the CRRA's definitions
of ``program or activity'' and ``program'' into the Department's title
VI and section 504 coordination regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State
Agency Contact: Merrily A. Friedlander, Chief, Coordination and Review
Section, Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, P.O. Box 66560,
Washington, DC 20035-6560
Phone: 202 307-2222
TDD Phone: 202 307-2678
Fax: 202 307-0595
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1190-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________
1820. PROCEDURES TO REVIEW POLICE DEPARTMENTS FOR A PATTERN OR PRACTICE
OF CONDUCT THAT DEPRIVES PERSONS OF RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES, OR IMMUNITIES
SECURED OR PROTECTED BY THE CONSTITUTION OR LAWS OF THE U.S.
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Pursuant to the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act
of 1994, 42 U.S.C. section 14141 (section 14141), the Attorney General
is authorized to file lawsuits seeking court orders to reform police
departments engaging in a pattern or practice of conduct that deprives
persons of rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the
Constitution or laws of the United States. To date, the Department of
Justice has conducted reviews of police departments pursuant to section
14141 using informal procedures. The purpose of this rule is to
formalize the procedures by which the Department reviews police
departments for a pattern or practice of unlawful conduct.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Brad Schlozman, Deputy Assistant Attorney General,
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Room 3337, 950
Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 305-8060
RIN: 1190-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Final Rule Stage
Civil Rights Division (CRT)
_______________________________________________________________________
1821. AMENDMENTS TO THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S GUIDELINES ON IMPLEMENTATION
OF THE LANGUAGE MINORITY PROVISIONS OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509 to 510; 42 USC 1973b; 42 USC
1973j(d); 42 USC 1973aa-1a to 1973aa-2
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 55
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The language minority provisions of the Voting Rights Act,
sections 4(f)(4) and 203, require that certain States and political
subdivisions of States (covered jurisdictions) provide materials and
information about elections and voting in one or more languages other
than English. Under section 203, coverage determinations are based on
Census data, made by the Director of the Census, become effective upon
publication in the Federal Register and are not subject to judicial
review. In 1976, the Department first issued guidelines on
implementation of the language minority provisions of the Voting Rights
Act to assist jurisdictions in understanding how the Department
measures compliance and enforces these provisions. A table listing
jurisdictions covered by both section 4(f)(4) and section 203, as well
as the language minority group or groups for which each is covered, is
included as an Appendix to the guidelines. In subsequent years, the
Department has amended these guidelines to reflect changes enacted in
the section 203
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coverage formula and new section 203 determinations by the Director of
the Census, which have made after each decennial census. The last such
revision to the guidelines were published as a final rule without
notice or comment period (58 FR 35371; July 1, 1993). On July 26, 2002,
the Director of the Census published in the Federal Register new
section 203 determinations based on 2000 Census data (67 FR 48871; July
26, 2002). The appendix should be updated to reflect these
determinations currently in effect. The section 4(f)(4) determinations
have not changed.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: John K. Tanner, Chief, Voting Section, Department of
Justice, Civil Rights Division, 1800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202 514-2386
RIN: 1190-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Proposed Rule Stage
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
_______________________________________________________________________
1822. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--AMENDED DEFINITION OF PROPELLANT ACTUATED
DEVICE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 847
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of Justice is proposing to amend the
regulations of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
(ATF) to clarify that the term ``propellant actuated device'' does not
include hobby rocket motors or rocket-motor reload kits consisting of
or containing ammonium perchlorate composite propellant (APCP), black
powder, or other similar low explosives.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Final Rule Stage
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
_______________________________________________________________________
1823. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--EXPLOSIVE PEST CONTROL DEVICES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 847
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations of the
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to provide a
limited exemption from the requirements of part 555 for wildlife pest
control devices that are used for agricultural and other pest control
operations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/29/03 68 FR 4402
NPRM Comment Period End 02/28/03
Final Action 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1512-AC80
Agency Contact: James Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________
1824. COMMERCE IN FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION (OMNIBUS CONSOLIDATED
APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1997)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 847; 18 USC 921 to 931
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 contains
amendments to the Gun Control Act of 1968 (18 U.S.C. chapter 44). These
amendments add to the category of ``prohibited persons'' anyone
convicted of a ``misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.'' The
amendments require individuals acquiring handguns from Federal firearms
licensees to certify (in accordance with the Brady Handgun Violence
Prevention Act) that they have not been convicted of such a crime. The
amendments also provide for sales between Federal firearms licensees of
curio and relic firearms away from their licensed premises.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/30/98 63 FR 35551
Interim Final Rule 06/30/98 63 FR 35520
NPRM Comment Period End 09/28/98
Final Action 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1512-AB64
Agency Contact: James Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650
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Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________
1825. MACHINE GUNS, DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES, AND CERTAIN OTHER FIREARMS--
AMENDED DEFINITION OF ``PISTOL''
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 26 USC 7805
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 479
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations
relating to machine guns, destructive devices, and certain other
firearms regulated under the National Firearms Act (NFA) for the Bureau
of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to clarify the
definition of the term ``pistol'' and to define more clearly exceptions
to the ``pistol'' definition. The added language is necessary to
clarify that certain weapons, including any weapon disguised to look
like an item other than a firearm or any gun that fires more than one
shot without manual reloading by a single function of the trigger, are
not pistols and are classified as ``any other weapon'' under the NFA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/07/05 70 FR 17624
NPRM Comment Period End 05/09/05
Final Action 01/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________
1826. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--HOBBY ROCKET MOTORS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 847
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations of the
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to clarify
that the requirements of part 555 do not apply to model rocket motors
consisting of ammonium perchlorate composite propellant, black powder,
or other similar low explosives; containing no more than 62.5 grams of
total propellant weight; and designed as single-use motors or as reload
kits capable of reloading no more than 62.5 grams of propellant into a
reusable motor casing.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/29/03 68 FR 4406
NPRM Comment Period End 04/29/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened 06/23/03 68 FR 37109
Second NPRM Comment Period End 07/07/03
Final Action 05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: This rule addresses the proposal relating to
hobby rocket motors made in RIN 1140-AA01; transferred from RIN 1512-
AB48.
Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________
1827. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CHILD SAFETY LOCK ACT OF
2005
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 847; 18 USC 921 to 931
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations of the
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to implement
the provisions of the Child Safety Lock Act of 2005, section 5 of
Public Law 109-92. This rule implements the statute, which in general
makes it unlawful for any licensed importer, licensed manufacturer, or
licensed dealer to sell, deliver, or transfer any handgun to any
person, other than another licensee, unless the transferee (buyer) is
provided with a secure gun storage or safety device for that handgun.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 06/00/06
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA26
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Long-Term Actions
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
_______________________________________________________________________
1828. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SAFE EXPLOSIVES ACT
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 03/20/03 68 FR 13768
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 06/18/03
Final Action 04/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
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Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________
1829. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES (INCLUDING EXPLOSIVES IN THE FIREWORKS
INDUSTRY) (RULEMAKING RESULTING FROM A SECTION 610 REVIEW)
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
General Notice of Regulatory
Review 01/10/97 62 FR 1386
NPRM 01/29/03 68 FR 4406
NPRM Comment Period End 04/29/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened 06/23/03 68 FR 37109
NPRM Reopened Comment Period End07/07/03
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________
1830. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS ACQUIRING FIREARMS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/21/97 62 FR 19446
Interim Final Rule 04/21/97 62 FR 19442
NPRM Comment Period End 07/21/97
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 07/21/97
Final Action 05/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________
1831. IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC LAW 104-208, THE OMNIBUS CONSOLIDATED
APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1997, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A NATIONAL
REPOSITORY FOR ARSON AND EXPLOSIVES INFORMATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/15/01 66 FR 57404
NPRM Comment Period End 02/13/02
Final Rule 05/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________
1832. PUBLIC LAW 105-277, MAKING OMNIBUS CONSOLIDATED AND EMERGENCY
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS FOR FY `99 RELATING TO FIREARMS DISABILITIES
FOR NONIMMIGRANT ALIENS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/05/02 67 FR 5428
Interim Final Rule 02/05/02 67 FR 5422
NPRM Comment Period End 05/06/02
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 05/06/02
Final Rule 08/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________
1833. IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC LAW 105-277 RELATING TO SECURE GUN
STORAGE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________
1834. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SAFE EXPLOSIVES ACT--DELIVERY OF EXPLOSIVE
MATERIALS BY COMMON OR CONTRACT CARRIER
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 09/11/03 68 FR 53509
Interim Final Rule Effective 09/11/03
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 10/14/03
Final Action 04/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA20
_______________________________________________________________________
1835. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--SEPARATION DISTANCES OF
AMMONIUM NITRATE AND BLASTING AGENTS FROM EXPLOSIVES OR BLASTING AGENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 847
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is
proposing to amend the regulations to delete the reference to the
Fertilizer Institute document titled ``Definition and Test Procedures
for Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizer'' that appears as a footnote and is
also an obsolete document.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/07
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Gillis, Department of Justice, Bureau of
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 Massachusetts Avenue
NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-0396
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1140-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________
1836. COMMERCE IN FIREARMS--AMENDED DEFINITION OF
``ALIEN ILLEGALLY OR UNLAWFULLY IN THE UNITED STATES''
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 552(a); 18 USC 847; 18 USC 921 to 931; 44 USC
3504(h)
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is
proposing to amend regulations pertaining to the definition of illegal
aliens that will include parolees and addresses various immigration
statuses.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Gillis, Department of Justice, Bureau of
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 Massachusetts Avenue
NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-0396
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1140-AA28
_______________________________________________________________________
1837. THE U.S. MUNITIONS IMPORT LIST AND IMPORT
RESTRICTIONS APPLICABLE TO CERTAIN COUNTRIES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 447
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is
amending the regulations to revise the U.S. Munitions Import List and
the proscribed countries list based upon sanctions or embargoes imposed
by the U.S. State Department.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Gillis, Department of Justice, Bureau of
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 Massachusetts Avenue
NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-0396
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1140-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Completed Actions
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)
_______________________________________________________________________
1838. COMMERCE IN FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION--IMPORTATION OF FIREARM
FRAMES, RECEIVERS, AND BARRELS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn 01/24/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203
RIN: 1140-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Proposed Rule Stage
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1839. GUIDELINES FOR PROVIDING CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES TO OCEAN VESSELS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 871(b)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations regarding the supply of
controlled substances to ocean vessels to provide a means of supply
more consistent with current industry practices for other materials.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 09/18/96 61 FR 49086
ANPRM Comment Period End 11/18/96
NPRM 07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-142
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________
1840. ELECTRONIC PRESCRIPTIONS FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 829; 21 USC 871(b)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1306
[[Page 22870]]
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is revising its regulations to permit DEA-registered
prescribers to write and sign prescriptions electronically. These
revised regulations would be in addition to, not a replacement of, the
existing rules. These regulations are needed to give pharmacies,
hospitals, and practitioners the ability to use modern technology for
controlled substance prescriptions, while maintaining the closed system
of distribution of controlled substances dispensing. The revised
regulations would reduce paperwork and transaction times for DEA
registrants who dispense or prescribe controlled substances. The
revised regulations would also reduce the number of prescription errors
caused by illegible handwriting and misunderstood oral prescriptions.
They would allow pharmacies and hospitals to integrate prescription
records into other medical records more directly, increasing
efficiency, and would reduce the time patients spend waiting to have
prescriptions filled. These revised regulations are consistent with
paperwork reduction mandates. These revised regulations also respond to
the requirements of Public Law 106-229, the ``Electronic Signatures in
Global and National Commerce Act,'' while ensuring security and
authentication.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 03/05/01 66 FR 13274
NPRM 12/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-214
RELATED RIN: In a separate related rulemaking (RIN 1117-AA60), DEA
revised its regulations to provide the option of ordering Schedule I
and II controlled substances electronically in a manner consistent with
the requirements of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) (21 U.S.C. 801
et seq.).
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA60
RIN: 1117-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________
1841. REORGANIZATION AND CLARIFICATION OF DEA REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 871(b)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1300; 21 CFR 1301; 21 CFR 1302; 21 CFR 1303; 21
CFR 1304; 21 CFR 1305; 21 CFR 1306; 21 CFR 1307; 21 CFR 1308; 21 CFR
1309; 21 CFR 1310; 21 CFR 1312; 21 CFR 1313; . . .
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is revising and reorganizing title 21, Code of Federal
Regulations, chapter II. These regulations relate to the manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, importation, and exportation of controlled
substances and the manufacture, distribution, importation, and
exportation of listed chemicals. This action is being taken to clarify
and to reorganize the current regulations further. The regulations will
be drafted in plain language to make them easier to understand.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 01/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-221
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________
1842. CHEMICAL MIXTURES CONTAINING GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In previous rulemakings, DEA made gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) a
List I chemical and established thresholds for transactions involving
this chemical. This rule establishes a concentration limit for chemical
mixtures containing GBL. Currently, all chemical mixtures containing
GBL are exempt from regulation. These mixtures will remain exempt until
publication of a final rule. GBL is used in the illicit manufacture of
gamma-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), a Schedule I controlled substance.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 07/19/02 67 FR 47493
Correction 08/19/02 67 FR 53842
Correction 09/05/02 67 FR 56776
ANPRM Comment Period End 09/17/02
NPRM 09/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-222
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA31, Related to 1117-AA52
RIN: 1117-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________
1843. CHEMICAL MIXTURES CONTAINING LISTED FORMS OF PHOSPHORUS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In a previous rulemaking, (RIN 1117-AA57) DEA made red
phosphorus, white phosphorus, and hypophosphorous acid (and its salts)
List I chemicals. By this rulemaking (1117-AA66), DEA is making
regulations governing chemical
[[Page 22871]]
mixtures containing the List I chemicals red phosphorus, white
phosphorus, and hypophosphorous acid (and its salts). Currently, all
chemical mixtures containing red phosphorus, white phosphorus, and
hypophosphorous acid (and its salts) are exempt from regulation. These
mixtures will remain exempt until publication of rulemakings regarding
chemical mixtures (see RIN 1117-AA31). These three List I chemicals are
used industrially and have multiple commercial purposes. They are also
used in the illicit production of methamphetamine and amphetamine.
Based on information available, DEA will determine whether there are
chemical mixtures containing red phosphorus, white phosphorus, and
hypophosphorous acid (and its salts), which should be exempt from the
regulations governing listed chemicals.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 01/31/03 68 FR 4968
ANPRM Comment Period End 04/01/03
NPRM 10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-228
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA31, Related to 1117-AA57
RIN: 1117-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________
1844. ELECTRONIC APPLICATION FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES AND LISTED
CHEMICAL REGISTRATION: TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822; 21 USC 823; 21 USC 824; 21 USC
830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 875; 21 USC 877; 21 USC 958
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301; 21 CFR 1309
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to acknowledge the use of the
electronic equivalent to the DEA official paper registration
application forms, which are legally required for every person who
manufactures, distributes, dispenses, imports, or exports any
controlled substance. The use of electronic application forms will
reduce paperwork and transaction times for DEA registrants who choose
to apply for controlled substances registration electronically.
Electronic application for registration is in addition to, not a
replacement of, the current paper-based application system.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-256
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA91
_______________________________________________________________________
1845. REVISION OF REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORTS AND EXPORTS OF LIST
I AND LIST II CHEMICALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 971
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1313
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to require importers and
exporters of List I and List II chemicals to submit a DEA Form 486 upon
completion of an import or export transaction so as to reflect the
exact amount shipped/received and any import or export amendments to
certain fields on the Form 486. If no amendments were made to the
information contained in the original Form 486, then no subsequent Form
486 need be submitted. The amendments will provide for accurate
reporting of actual amounts of List I and List II chemicals imported
into and exported from the United States. These reports will ensure the
proper documentation and reporting necessary to meet United Nations
reporting requirements and to prevent diversion of such listed
chemicals to illegal purposes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-255
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA92
_______________________________________________________________________
1846. CHANGES IN THE REGULATION OF IODINE AND ITS CHEMICAL MIXTURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 890
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking changes the regulation of the listed chemical
iodine. The regulatory changes are to 1) move iodine from List II into
List I, 2) remove the exemption for import and export transactions in
iodine, 3) remove the threshold for iodine, and 4) establish a
concentration limit of 2.2 percent for the automatic exemption of
chemical mixtures containing iodine.
These changes are expected to remove deficiencies in the current
regulatory controls, which have been exploited by traffickers. When
finalized, persons handling regulated transactions of iodine will need
to be registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration.
This regulation revises regulatory controls that will apply to iodine
crystals and iodine chemical mixtures
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which contain greater than 2.2 percent iodine. This regulation will
therefore control iodine crystals and strong iodine tinctures/solutions
(e.g., 7 percent iodine) that do not have common household uses and
instead have limited application in livestock, horses and for
disinfection of equipment. Household products, such as 2 percent iodine
tincture/solution and household disinfectants containing iodine
complexes, will not be adversely impacted by this regulation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-257
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA93
_______________________________________________________________________
1847. DEFINITION OF POSITIONAL ISOMER AS IT PERTAINS TO THE CONTROL OF
SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 951; 21 USC 958(f)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1300
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and its implementing
regulations specify which hallucinogenic substances are considered
Schedule I controlled substances. The CSA states that all salts,
isomers and salts of isomers of these substances are also Schedule I
controlled substances.
The CSA states that the term ``isomers'' as it pertains to Schedule I
hallucinogens shall include ``optical, positional and geometric
isomers.'' This rule adds a specific, technical definition for the term
``positional isomer`` as it relates to Schedule I hallucinogens. The
definition includes precise language that will allow for an unambiguous
determination of which isomers of Schedule I hallucinogenic substances
are considered to be ''positional,`` and therefore subject to Schedule
I control.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA94
_______________________________________________________________________
1848. LIMITED EXEMPTION FOR PEYOTE USE IN TRADITIONAL CEREMONIES WITH A
TRADITIONAL INDIAN RELIGION BY MEMBERS OF FEDERALLY RECOGNIZED INDIAN
TRIBES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822(d); 21 USC 871(b)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1306.31
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is amending its
regulation addressing the use of peyote to clarify that the possession,
transportation, and use of peyote is lawful only when such activities
are engaged in by a member of a federally recognized Indian tribe for
bona fide traditional ceremonial purposes in connection with the
practice of a traditional Indian religion. This rule is designed to
bring the language of DEA's regulatory exemption for the limited use of
peyote into harmony with the historical purpose for the regulatory
exemption and to comport with the language of the American Indian
Religious Freedom Act Amendments of 1994. Use, possession, and
transportation of peyote, as well as the cultivation, harvesting, and
distribution of peyote, other than as permitted by the American Indian
Religious Freedom Act amendments, is permissible only pursuant to a DEA
registration and in accordance with the Controlled Substances Act and
applicable State laws.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End 03/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
URL For Public Comments:
dea,diversion.policy/@usdoj.gov
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________
1849. REEXPORTATION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 952; 21 USC 953; 21 USC 954; 21 USC 957; 21 USC
958
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1312
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking amends existing DEA regulations to allow for
the reexportation of Schedules I and II controlled substances and
narcotic controlled substances in Schedule III and IV from the United
States to another country for subsequent reexport from that country to
a second country if certain conditions and safeguards are met. These
amendments are being made to implement the Controlled Substances Export
Reform Act of 2005.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
[[Page 22873]]
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AB00
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Final Rule Stage
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1850. EXEMPTION OF CHEMICAL MIXTURES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b)
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 2006.
Abstract: The Domestic Chemical Diversion Control Act of 1993 removed
the exemption from regulation for chemical mixtures. Chemical mixtures
are now regulated, unless specifically exempted by the Administrator.
The final rule implementing these regulations provided an exemption
from the recordkeeping and reporting requirements both domestic and
import transactions in mixtures containing the List II chemicals
acetone, ethyl ether, 2-butanone, and tolune which had not been
discussed as part of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. As this
exemption was implemented on an interim basis, DEA must publish a final
rule regarding this exemption.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/16/98 63 FR 49506
NPRM Comment Period End 04/16/99
NPRM Comment Period Extended 09/12/99 64 FR 7144
Final Rule 12/15/04 69 FR 74957
Correction 01/04/05 70 FR 294
Comment Period End 01/14/05
Final Rule Effective 01/14/05
Temporary Waiver 02/04/05 70 FR 5925
Final Action 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-137
TRANSFERRED RIN: This rulemaking RIN 1117-AA31 (a former ``parent''
RIN) continues the ``child'' rulemaking previously listed in its
timetable as RIN 1117-AA76. Former RIN 1117-AA76 was transferred to RIN
1117-AA31 because the computer system used by the Regulatory
Information Service Center (RISC) to compile the Unified Agenda no
longer supports ``parent'' and ``child'' RINs. This rulemaking is not a
new action.
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________
1851. CLARIFICATION OF REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL
PRACTITIONERS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822; 21 USC 823; 21 USC 824; 21 USC
871 (b); . . .
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is publishing this rule to clarify its registration
requirements regarding practitioners practicing in more than one State.
There is confusion within the regulated industry regarding whether a
practitioner who practices and is registered in one State and wishes to
practice and prescribe in another State must register with DEA in the
second State. To address the confusion caused by the regulation as
currently written, DEA is amending its regulations to make it clear
that when an individual practitioner who practices and is registered in
one State seeks to practice and prescribe controlled substances in
another State, he/she must obtain a separate DEA registration for the
subsequent State.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/07/04 69 FR 70576
NPRM Comment Period End 02/07/05
Final Action 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-224
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA89
_______________________________________________________________________
1852. CONTROL OF SODIUM PERMANGANATE AS A LIST II CHEMICAL
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 890
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to add sodium permanganate as
a List II chemical because of its direct substitutability for the List
II chemical potassium permanganate in the illicit production of
cocaine. The rulemaking also establishes a threshold of 55 kilograms
and 500 kilograms for domestic and international transactions,
respectively.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/01/05 70 FR 9889
NPRM Comment Period End 05/02/05
Final Action 05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-254
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA90
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1853. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES AND LIST I CHEMICAL REGISTRATION AND
REREGISTRATION APPLICATION FEES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: USC 821; USC 822; USC 830; USC 871(f); USC 886a; USC
952; USC 953; USC 958(f)
CFR Citation: CFR 1301; CFR 1309
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is adjusting the fee schedule for DEA registration and
reregistration application fees relating to the registration and
control of the manufacture, distribution and dispensing of controlled
substances and listed chemicals to appropriately reflect all costs
associated with its Diversion Control Program as mandated by 21 U.S.C.
822. Specifically, DEA is revising the fee schedule for controlled
substances and List I chemical handlers so that all manufacturers,
distributors, importers, exporters, and dispensers of controlled
substances and of List I chemicals pay an annual fee, by registrant
category, irrespective of whether they handle controlled substances or
List I chemicals. This action responds to recent amendments to the
Diversion Control Fee Account provisions in the Controlled Substances
Act (CSA) and will bring DEA's fee collections into line with the new
requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/16/05 70 FR 69474
NPRM Comment Period End 01/17/06
Final Action 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA50
RIN: 1117-AA96
_______________________________________________________________________
1854. SCHEDULES OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES: EXEMPT
ANABOLIC STEROID PRODUCTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 811
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1308.33; 21 CFR 1308.34
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule adds two products to the list of anabolic steroid
products exempted from requirements of the Controlled Substances Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 03/03/06 71 FR 10835
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 04/03/06
Final Action 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: DEA-277
URL For More Information:
www.regulations.gov
URL For Public Comments:
www.regulations.gov
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA98
_______________________________________________________________________
1855. DISPENSING AND PRESCRIBING APPROVED NARCOTIC
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES FOR MAINTENANCE OR DETOXIFICATION TREATMENT;
REMOVAL OF PATIENT LIMITATION FOR DISPENSING OR PRESCRIBING BY
INDIVIDUAL PRACTITIONERS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822; 21 USC 823; 21 USC 824; 21 USC
871 (b); 21 USC 875 ; 21 USC 877
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to remove the group practice
limitation for practitioners who dispense or prescribe certain narcotic
drugs for maintenance treatment or detoxification treatment. These
changes will make the DEA regulations consistent with recent changes to
the Controlled Substances Act that removed the patient limitation on
prescribing drug addiction treatments by practitioners in group
practices.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 05/00/06
Final Action Effective 05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
URL For More Information:
www.regulations.gov
URL For Public Comments:
www.regulations.gov
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section,
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA99
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Long-Term Actions
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1856. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS OF PSEUDOEPHEDRINE, EPHEDRINE,
AND PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1309
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/30/04 69 FR 45616
NPRM Comment Period End 10/28/04
Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly
[[Page 22875]]
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Completed Actions
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1857. CHEMICAL REGISTRATION WAIVERS; EXEMPTION FROM CHEMICAL
REGISTRATION FEES FOR CERTAIN PERSONS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1309; 21 CFR 1310
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn 02/02/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________
1858. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ANABOLIC STEROID CONTROL ACT OF 2004
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1300; 21 CFR 1308
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 12/16/05 70 FR 74653
Final Action Effective 01/17/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly
Phone: 202 307-7874
RIN: 1117-AA95
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Proposed Rule Stage
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)
_______________________________________________________________________
1859. AUTHORITY OF IMMIGRATION JUDGES TO ISSUE CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; 8 USC
1103; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1362; 28 USC 509; 8 USC
1324b; 28 USC 510; 28 USC 1746; Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950, sec 2
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends the Department's regulations by implementing
the statutory authority given to immigration judges to sanction by
civil money penalty any action or inaction in contempt of the judge's
proper exercise of authority. This statutory authority is derived from
section 304 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant
Responsibility Act of 1996, Public Law 104-208 (IIRIRA), September 30,
1996. This rule sets forth the types of conduct for which civil money
penalty sanctions may be imposed, the procedures for imposing these
sanctions, the affirmative defenses which may excuse the imposition of
a civil money penalty sanction, and the procedures for appealing such
sanctions. The rule also adds an additional ground for disciplinary
sanctions under 8 CFR section 1003.102 for engaging in a pattern and
practice of conduct which has been found to be in contempt of the
immigration judge's proper exercise of authority.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 01/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________
1860. SUSPENSION OF DEPORTATION AND CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL FOR CERTAIN
BATTERED SPOUSES AND CHILDREN; MOTIONS TO REOPEN FOR CERTAIN BATTERED
SPOUSES AND CHILDREN
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8
USC 1186a; 8 USC 1224 to 1227; 8 USC 1251; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC
1251a; 8 USC 1252b; 8 USC 1324b; 8 USC 1362; 28 USC 509 to 510; 28 USC
1746; Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950; 3 CFR 1949 to 1953 Comp, sec 2; PL 105-
100, sec 202-203; PL 105-277, sec 902; PL 106-386, sec 1506; PL 106-
554, sec 1505; PL 106-554, sec 1510; 8 CFR 2; 8 CFR 3; 8 CFR 240
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1240
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations by establishing
procedures for cancellation of removal for battered spouses and
children under 240A(b)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act),
and suspension of deportation under former section 244(a)(3) of the Act
(as it existed before April 1, 1997), which were amended by section
1504 of the Battered Immigrant Women Protection Act of 2000.
This rule also amends Department regulations by establishing procedures
for certain battered spouses and children to reopen their removal or
deportation proceedings to apply for the relief of cancellation of
removal or suspension of deportation under 240(c)(6)(C)(iv) of the Act
(as amended by section 1506 of the Battered Immigrant Women Protection
Act of 2000).
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Additionally, this rule establishes procedures which must be followed
by EOIR when an alien applies for a domestic violence victim waiver
under section 237(a)(7) of the Act (as amended by section 1505(b) of
the Battered Immigrant Women Protection Act of 2000).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________
1861. INTERNATIONAL MATCHMAKING ORGANIZATIONS; CIVIL PENALTIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101, 1103, 1324a, 1324b, 1324c, 1375b; PL 101-
410, 104 Stat 890, as amended by PL 104-134, 110 Stat 1321; 5 USC 301,
554
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1270
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends the Department of Justice regulations by
specifying the procedures for adjudicating alleged violations by
international matchmaking organizations (IMOs) doing business in the
United States, in failing to provide required information to persons
recruited for matchmaking through these entities. This rule implements
the procedures for the disposition of cases arising under section 652
of Illegal Immigrant Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act. This rule
is necessary to deter fraudulent marriages and the exploitation of
recruits by IMOs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
Related RIN: Related to 1615-AA11
RIN: 1125-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________
1862. EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR IMMIGRATION REVIEW; RULES GOVERNING
IMMIGRATION PROCEEDINGS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101, note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1229; 8
USC 1229a; 8 USC 1231; 8 USC 1231, note; 8 USC 1245; 8 USC 1324b; 8 USC
1362; 28 USC 509 to 519; 28 USC 1746; sec 2 Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950, 3
CFR 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; PL 105-100, sec 203; PL 106-386, sec
1506; PL 106-386, sec 1510; PL 106-554, sec 1505; PL 106-554, sec 1510
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1161; 8 CFR 1171
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule revises the procedures before immigration judges
and the Board of Immigration Appeals of the Executive Office for
Immigration Review (EOIR), to clarify and improve the administrative
adjudication of immigration proceedings. The rule is intended to
improve fairness to aliens and to the Government, represented by the
Department of Homeland Security, in removal, exclusion, deportation,
asylum-only and other proceedings, reduce delays in the adjudicative
process, enable EOIR to better manage its caseload, reduce the existing
backlog of cases, and provide for better focus on cases presenting
significant issues of law and fact for resolution.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of Justice (DOJ) Final Rule Stage
Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)
_______________________________________________________________________
1863. SUSPENSION OF DEPORTATION AND CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1224 to
1227; 8 USC 1251 to 1252; 8 USC 1362; PL 105-100, sec 202
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1240
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends the regulations of the Executive Office for
Immigration Review by eliminating the conditional grant process at 8
CFR 1240.21 and establishing a permanent procedure for processing
suspension of deportation and cancellation of removal cases. This rule
is necessary to implement the numerical limitation on suspension of
deportation and cancellation of removal and adjustment of status
imposed by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility
Act of 1996 (IIRIRA) and the Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American
Relief Act of 1997 (NACARA).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 09/30/98 63 FR 52134
[[Page 22877]]
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 11/30/98
Final Action 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________
1864. AUTHORITIES DELEGATED TO THE DIRECTOR OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR
IMMIGRATION REVIEW AND THE CHIEF IMMIGRATION JUDGE
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1252b; 8
USC 1362; 28 USC 509 to 510; 28 USC 1746
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1240
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule outlines the authorities and powers (and
limitations thereto) delegated by the Attorney General to the Director
of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and the Chief
Immigration Judge. These authorities include such managerial
responsibilities as: Issuing operational instructions, setting
policies, providing for the training of staff, and ensuring the
efficient disposition of cases. One of the limitations on the powers of
the Director of EOIR and the Chief Immigration Judge is that they
cannot direct the result of a case adjudication assigned to someone
else.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/26/00 65 FR 81434
NPRM Comment Period End 02/26/01
Final Action 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________
1865. MOTIONS TO REOPEN FOR SUSPENSION OF DEPORTATION AND SPECIAL RULE
CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL PURSUANT TO SECTION 1505(C) OF THE LIFE ACT
AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1103, 1252 note, 1252b, 1324b, 1362;
28 USC 509 to 510; 28 USC 1746; sec 203 of PL 105-100; secs 1506 and
1510 of PL 106-386; sec 1505 of PL 106-554
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends the regulations of the Executive Office for
Immigration Review (EOIR) by establishing a special procedure for the
filing and adjudication of motions to reopen to apply for suspension of
deportation and cancellation of removal pursuant to section 1505(c) of
the Legal Immigration Family Equity Act Amendments of 2000 (LIFE Act
Amendments). Motions to reopen under this rule must have been filed on
or before October 16, 2001. EOIR will be publishing a final rule to
respond to comments and complete this rulemaking.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 07/17/01 66 FR 37119
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 09/17/01
Final Action 10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________
1866. PROTECTIVE ORDERS IN IMMIGRATION ADMINISTRATION PROCEEDINGS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note, 1103, 1231, 1252 note,
1252b, 1324b, 1253, 1362; 28 USC 509, 510, 1746; sec 2, Reorg Plan No 2
of 1950; 3 CFR 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; sec 203 of PL 105-100, 111
Stat 2196-200; secs 1506 and 1510 of PL 106-386, 114 Stat 1527-29,
1531-32; sec 1505 of PL 106-554, 114 Stat 2763A-326 to 2763A-328
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends regulations governing the Executive Office
for Immigration Review (EOIR) by authorizing immigration judges to
issue protective orders to limit public disclosure of sensitive law
enforcement or national defense information during immigration
proceedings. The rule is applicable in all proceedings before
immigration judges but involves only a small number of cases.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 05/28/02 67 FR 36799
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 07/29/02
Final Action 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________
1867. EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR IMMIGRATION REVIEW ATTORNEY/REPRESENTATIVE
REGISTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1362
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1001.1; 8 CFR 1003.0
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule concerns the Attorney General's authority to
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authorize practitioners to represent aliens in immigration proceedings
pursuant to statute. Under the pertinent statutory provision, aliens in
immigration proceedings ``shall have the privilege of being represented
(at no expense to the Government) by such counsel, authorized to
practice in such proceedings, as he shall choose.'' 8 U.S.C. 1362
The rule arises out of EOIR's electronic Government initiatives, which
when fully implemented, will enable electronic case access and filing
for individuals in immigration proceedings before EOIR. In essence, the
rule amends the current definitions of ``attorney'' and
``representative,'' the classes of individuals authorized to represent
aliens, to include only those persons who have registered with EOIR.
Additionally, the rule delegates authority to the Director to require
such a registration, and to establish procedures for registration. In
concert with that authority, the rule permits the Director to
administratively suspend from practice before EOIR any practitioner who
fails to comply with registration procedures and requirements.
Functionally, practitioners will be required to register with EOIR over
a secure Internet connection, by providing name, address(es), date of
birth, last four digits of social security number, and bar admission
data. Registered practitioners will be assigned a unique User ID and
password that will authorize them to conduct electronic transactions
with EOIR from desktop personal computers.
Registration of practitioners assures the functionality, security, and
success of EOIR's electronic Government initiative, and serves as a
prerequisite to electronic case access and filing by practitioners.
The proposed practitioner registration rule furnishes the Attorney
General with the optimum measure of adaptability to establish the
criteria and procedures for practitioner registration, while also
preserving fairness for regulated parties and ensuring efficiency in
Government operations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/30/03 68 FR 75160
NPRM Comment Period End 03/01/04
Final Action 01/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA39
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1868. TRANSFER OF JURISDICTION OVER APPEALS OF FINES FROM THE BOARD OF
IMMIGRATION APPEALS TO THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
OFFICER
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1103; 8 CFR 1280
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This final rule removes the Board of Immigration Appeals'
(Board) jurisdiction over appeals of Department of Homeland Security
(DHS) decisions involving administrative fines under part 1280 of title
8 CFR, and transfers that authority to Office of the Chief
Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO). Part 1280 governs the
imposition and collection of fines under a variety of provisions of the
Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), most of which pertain to common
carriers. Most of the appeals are fines imposed under section 273 of
the INA. The transfer is essentially a reallocation of agency resources
within the Executive Office for Immigration Review to improve caseload
management by substituting a different set of decision makers, the
OCAHO for the Board, while preserving the same procedures for the
adjudication of appeals.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 02/19/02 67 FR 7309
NPRM Comment Period End 03/21/02
Final Rule 11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
Related RIN: Split from 1125-AA36
RIN: 1125-AA41
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1869. DEFINITIONS; FEES; POWERS AND AUTHORITY OF DHS OFFICERS IN REMOVAL
PROCEEDINGS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101, 1103, 1182, 1221, 1225, 1226, 1251, 1252,
1357, 1362, 1304, 13246, 1356; 28 USC 509, 510, 1746; 5 USC 301; . . .
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1103
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends regulations relating to the Executive Office
for Immigration Review to conform with certain regulatory changes made
by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for consistency and for
the ease of the reader. This rule makes no substantive changes in the
Department of Justice regulations, but makes appropriate revisions to
the definitions and fee provisions and the regulations relating to
issuance of notices to appear and subpoenas in the EOIR regulations, in
order to avoid confusing and unnecessary duplication of provisions
already set forth in the DHS regulations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule 07/28/04 69 FR 44903
Interim Final Rule Effective 07/28/04
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 08/27/04
Final Action 09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA43
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1870. BACKGROUND AND SECURITY INVESTIGATION CHECKS IN PROCEEDINGS BEFORE
IMMIGRATION JUDGES AND THE BOARD OF IMMIGRATION APPEALS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note, 1103, 1182, 1186a, 1224,
1225, 1226, 1227, 1251, 1252 note, 1252a, 1252b, 1324b, 1362; 28 USC
509, 510, 1746; sec 2, Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950; 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953
Comp, p 1002; secs 202 and 203 of PL 105-100, 111 Stat 2160, 2193,
2196-200; sec 902, PL 105-277, 112 Stat 2681; secs 1506 and 1510 of PL
106-386, 114 Stat 1527 to 1529, 1531 to 1532; sec 1505 of PL 106-554,
114 Stat 2763A-326 to 2763A-328
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends regulations governing the Executive Office
for Immigration Review to ensure that the necessary identity, law
enforcement, and security investigations are properly initiated and
have been completed by the Department of Homeland Security before the
immigration judges and the Board adjudicate certain applications for
relief.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule 01/31/05 70 FR 4743
Interim Final Rule Effective 04/01/05
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 04/01/05
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period Extended 03/31/05 70 FR 16398
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 05/02/05
Final Action 10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA44
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1871. REVIEW OF CUSTODY DETERMINATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note, 1103, 1252 note, 1252b,
1282, 1324b, 1362; 28 USC 509, 510, 1746; sec 2, Reorg Plan No 2 of
1950; 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; sec 203 of PL 105-100, 111 Stat
2196-200; secs 1506 and 1510 of PL 106-386; 114 Stat 1527 to 1529, 1531
to 1532; sec 1505 of PL 106-554, 114 Stat 2763A-326 to 2763A-328
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule revises the existing regulatory provision for a
temporary automatic stay of an immigration judge's decision to order an
alien's release in any case in which a district director has ordered
that the alien be held without bond, or has set a bond of $10,000 or
more, to maintain the status quo while the Department of Homeland
Security seeks expedited review of the custody order by the Board of
Immigration Appeals or by the Attorney General.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule Effective 10/29/01 66 FR 54909
Interim Final Rule 10/31/01 66 FR 54909
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 12/31/01
Final Action 05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA47
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1872. REOPENED PROCEEDINGS ON PETITIONS FOR ALIEN ENTREPRENEUR IMMIGRANT
CLASSIFICATION (EB-5 VISAS)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 8 USC 11866
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1216; 8 CFR 1240
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends the regulations of the Executive Office for
Immigration Review (EOIR) of the Department of Justice (Department) to
implement changes made by the 21st Century Department of Justice
Appropriations Authorization Act of 2001, Public Law 107-273 (November
2, 2002) to the EB-5 Alien Entrepreneur immigrant classification. This
rule will be published in conjunction with a corresponding rule of the
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that addresses changes to their
part of the adjudication. In order to be eligible, an alien must have
filed a motion to reopen with the former Immigration and Naturalization
Service on or before January 2, 2003, seeking reconsideration of his or
her case under this new law. This rule provides the process by which
certain aliens, who are seeking immigrant status as alien
entrepreneurs, may obtain EOIR review of adverse determinations on the
removal of the condition on permanent resident status made by United
States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), a component of
DHS. In addition, this rule also establishes procedures for aliens who
have received favorable determinations on the removal of the condition
on permanent resident status and who have final orders of deportation
or removal or who have cases that are pending or administratively
closed before EOIR.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule 06/00/06
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
URL For Public Comments:
www.regulations.gov
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA49
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1873. INFORMATION RELATING TO ALIENS' DUTY TO SURRENDER WHEN ORDERED
REMOVED FROM THE UNITED STATES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1240; 8 CFR 1241
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of Justice published an NPRM in 1998 and a
supplemental NPRM in 2002 (RIN 1115-AE82) to establish that aliens who
become subject to a final order of removal have a legal obligation to
surrender for removal.
This rule amends the regulations of the Department of Justice to
provide that immigration judges and the Board of Immigration Appeals
will inform aliens in removal proceedings that they have an affirmative
obligation to surrender to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) upon
the issuance of a final order of removal by an immigration judge or the
Board. Aliens will be informed that the failure to surrender to DHS as
required under the DHS rule will result in the denial of any forms of
discretionary relief from removal while the alien remains in the United
States and for a period of 10 years after the alien's departure from
the United States. This rule is being published jointly with DHS.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM (RIN 1115-AE82) 09/04/98 63 FR 47205
NPRM Comment Period End (RIN
1115-AE82) 11/03/98
Supplemental NPRM (RIN 1115-
AE82) 05/09/02 67 FR 31157
Supplemental NPRM Comment Period
End 06/10/02
Final Action 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: This rule will finalize those portions of the
rulemaking action formerly listed as RIN 1115-AE82 insofar as it
relates to the regulations of the Department of Justice. The DHS rule
is now RIN 1653-AA05.
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA51
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1874. VENUE IN REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1252
note; 8 USC 1252b; 8 USC 1324b; 8 USC 1362; 28 USC 509; 28 USC 510; 28
USC 1746; Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950, sec 2, 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953 Comp, p
1002; PL 100-105 sec 203; 111 Stat 2196-200; PL 106-386 sec 1506; PL
106-386, sec 1510; 114 Stat 1527-29, 1531 to 1532; PL 106-554, sec
1505; 114 Stat 2763A, 326 to 328
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003.20(a)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This interim rule amends the Department of Justice regulation
addressing venue in removal proceedings. This regulatory change is
necessary due to the increasing number of removal hearings being
conducted by telephone or video conference, and will clarify the issue
of venue for cases involving multiple geographic locations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 06/00/06
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA52
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1875. AFFIDAVITS OF SUPPORT ON BEHALF OF IMMIGRANTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1224; 8 USC
1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1251; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1252a;
8 USC 1252b; 8 USC 1362; PL 105-110, sec 202; PL 105-277, sec 902; PL
105-100, sec 203; PL 105-277, sec 902
CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1205; 8 CFR 1240
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under section 212(a)(4)of the Immigration and Nationality Act
(Act), as amended by section 531(a) of the Immigration Reform and
Immigrant Responsibility Act, an alien may be deemed inadmissible, as
likely to become a public charge, unless the alien is the beneficiary
of an affidavit of support under section 213A of the Act. On October
20, 1997, the former Immigration and Naturalization Service published
an interim rule implementing the requirements of section 213A of the
Act with respect to affidavits of support. The interim rule, however,
did not address the authority of an immigration judge to adjudicate the
sufficiency of an affidavit of support executed on behalf of an
applicant for admission or adjustment of status. This rule amends the
Department's regulations by expressly authorizing immigration judges to
adjudicate the sufficiency of such affidavits in removal proceedings.
This rule is being published as a joint rule with the Department of
Homeland Security, which is finalizing the remaining portions of the
1997 interim rule.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule 10/20/97 62 FR 54346
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End 02/17/98
Final Action 06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: This is a joint rule to be issued with the
Department of Homeland Security. See RIN 1615-AA06.
Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike,
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 1125-AA54
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Department of Justice (DOJ) Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
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1876. ENHANCED EXCHANGE OF CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD INFORMATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 28 USC 534; 42 USC 14614(c); 42 USC 14615; PL 92-544;
PL 99-169; PL 99-569; PL 101-410
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 20
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule clarifies that the FBI's authority to exchange
Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) with officials of federally
chartered or insured banking institutions to promote or maintain the
security of those institutions includes the exchange of CHRI on
individuals other than banking institution employees when the purpose
of the background check is reasonably related to maintaining or
promoting the security of federally chartered or insured banking
institutions
This change is being made because of modern business practices in the
financial services industry. The FBI now concludes that the security of
federally chartered or insured banking institutions implicates
employees of other entities closely related to or intimately involved
in banking, such as, bank subsidiaries, parent or sister companies, and
bank holding companies.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: A portion of this action (RIN 1110-AA20; FBI
Docket No. 110) previously reported under this RIN relating to the
retention and exchange criminal history record information relating to
non-serious offenses has been transferred to RIN 1120-AA25; FBI Docket
No. 111.
Agency Contact: Harold M. Sklar, Attorney-Advisor, Department of
Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 1000 Custer Hollow Road,
Clarksburg, WV 26306
Phone: 304 625-2000
Fax: 304 625-3944
Email: