[Federal Register Volume 63, Number 142 (Friday, July 24, 1998)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 39729-39731]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 98-19493]


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DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

31 CFR Part 700


Regulations Governing Conduct in Federal Law Enforcement Training 
Center (FLECT) Buildings and on the Grounds in Glynco, Georgia, 
Artesia, New Mexico, the FLETC Washington Office, and Any Other 
Temporary Site the FLETC May Occupy

AGENCY: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This final rule amends the regulations governing conduct in 
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) buildings and grounds. 
The existing regulations apply only to the FLETC buildings and grounds 
in Glynco, Georgia. This final rule modifies the existing regulations 
to include the FLETC Artesia facility in New Mexico, the FLETC 
Washington Office, and any other temporary site the FLETC may occupy.

EFFECTIVE DATES: July 24, 1998.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen M. Bodolay, 912-267-2441.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center 
(FLETC) facility in Artesia, New Mexico, the FLETC Washington Office, 
and any other temporary site the FLETC may occupy are included in 31 
CFR 700. Section 301 of Title 5, United States Code, and Treasury Order 
140-01 (September 20, 1994) authorize the Director, FLETC, to make all 
needful rules and regulations governing conduct in FLETC's buildings 
and on its grounds. This final rule prohibits discrimination or 
harassment of other persons on the property, requires compliance with 
instructions of uniformed security officers, prohibits the taking of 
photographs of students without their consent, restricts the smoking of 
cigarettes, cigars and pipes, and requires that bicycles be equipped 
with appropriate safety devices.

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Executive Order 12866

    Because this rule relates to agency organization and management, it 
is not subject to Executive Order 12866.

Adminstrative Procedure Act

    Because this Treasury decision relates to agency organization and 
management and is procedural in nature, notice and public procedure and 
a delayed effective date are inapplicable pursuant to Section 553(a)(2) 
of Title 5, United States Code.

Regulatory Flexibility Act

    Because no notice of proposed rulemaking is required for this final 
rule, the provisions of the Regulatory Flexibility Act do not apply.

Drafting Information

    The principal author of this document is Stephen M. Bodolay, Office 
of Legal Counsel, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.

List of Subjects in 31 CFR Part 700

    Federal buildings and facilities.

    31 CFR part 700 is revised to read as follows:

PART 700--REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDUCT IN OR ON THE FEDERAL LAW 
ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER (FLETC) BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

Sec.
700.2  Applicability.
700.3  Recording presence.
700.4  Preservation of property.
700.5  Compliance with signs and directions.
700.6  Nuisances.
700.7  Alcoholic beverages, narcotics, and drugs.
700.8  Soliciting, vending, debt collection, and distribution of 
handbills.
700.9  Photographs for news, advertising, or commercial purposes.
700.10  Vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
700.11  Weapons and explosives.
700.12  Authority to search persons and vehicles.
700.13  Nondiscrimination.
700.14  Smoking.

    Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301; 31 U.S.C. 321; Treasury Department 
Order No. 140-01, dated September 20, 1994; 41 FR 5869, dated Feb. 
10, 1996.


Sec. 700.2  Applicability.

    The regulations in this part apply to the buildings and surrounding 
property of the FLETC, Glynco, Georgia; Artesia, New Mexico; FLECT's 
Washington Office; any other temporary site FLETC may occupy; and to 
all persons entering such buildings or property.


Sec. 700.3  Recording presence.

    Except as otherwise ordered, the property shall be closed to the 
general public. Admission to the property will be limited to authorized 
individuals who will be required to obtain a visitor's pass and/or 
display identification documents, in accordance with FLETC policy.


Sec. 700.4  Preservation of property.

    It shall be unlawful for any person without proper authority to 
willfully destroy, damage, deface, or remove property (including 
Federal records) or any part thereof or any furnishing therein.


Sec. 700.5  Compliance with signs and directions.

    Persons in and on the property shall comply with the instructions 
of uniformed FLETC security officers, other authorized officials, 
official signs of a prohibitory or directory nature, and all applicable 
statutes and regulations.


Sec. 700.6  Nuisances.

    The use of loud, abusive, or profane language, except as part of an 
authorized practical training exercise, unwarranted loitering, 
unauthorized assembly, the creation of any hazard to persons or things, 
improper disposal of rubbish, or the commission of any disorderly 
conduct on the property is prohibited. Prohibited actions in the 
preceding sentence are limited to those actions which impede, obstruct, 
or otherwise interfere with the Government's business which includes, 
among other things, the maintenance of the facility, protection of 
persons and property, and the smooth administration of academic 
activities and supporting services. The entry, without specific 
permission, upon any part of the property to which authorized visitors 
do not customarily have access, is prohibited.


Sec. 700.7  Alcoholic beverages, narcotics, and drugs.

    Entering or being on the property, or operating a motor vehicle 
thereon, by a person under the influence of alcoholic beverages, 
narcotics, hallucinogenic or dangerous drugs, or marijuana is 
prohibited. The possession or use of any unlawful drug or substance 
contrary to the provisions of Federal, State, or local law in or on the 
property is prohibited.


Sec. 700.8  Soliciting, vending, debt collection and distribution of 
handbills.

    The unauthorized soliciting for charity and contributions, 
commercial soliciting and vending of all kinds, the display or 
distribution of commercial advertising, or the collecting of private 
debts, other than legal service of process, in or on the property, is 
prohibited. This prohibition does not apply to Federal Law Enforcement 
Training Center concessions or notices posted by authorized employees 
on the bulletin boards. Distribution of material such as pamphlets, 
handbills, and flyers is prohibited without prior approval of the 
Director.


Sec. 700.9  Photographs for news, advertising, or commercial purposes.

    Photographs for news, advertising, or commercial purposes may be 
taken on the property only with the prior permission of the Director. 
Taking photographs of a student is prohibited without the consent of 
the student.


Sec. 700.10  Vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

    (a) Drivers of all vehicles on the property shall drive in a 
careful and safe manner at all times and shall comply with the signals 
and directions of security officers and all posted traffic signs. All 
persons on the property must comply with all applicable Federal, State, 
and local laws. All drivers operating a vehicle on property roadways 
must possess a valid driver's license.
    (b) The blocking of entrances, driveways, walks, loading platforms, 
or fire-hydrants in or on the property is prohibited.
    (c) Parking is permitted only in authorized locations.
    (d) This section may be supplemented from time to time by the 
Director by the issuance and posting of traffic directives. When so 
issued and posted, such directives shall have the same force and effect 
as if made a part hereof.


Sec. 700.11  Weapons and explosives.

    No person, while on the property, shall carry firearms, other 
dangerous or deadly weapons, or explosives, either openly or concealed, 
except for authorized training or official purposes, in accordance with 
FLETC regulations.


Sec. 700.12  Authority to search persons and vehicles.

    Persons and vehicles entering upon FLETC facilities are subject to 
search by authorized security officers.


Sec. 700.13  Nondiscrimination.

    (a) No one entering upon FLETC property shall discriminate against 
or harass any other person on such property, on the basis of race, 
color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, or 
disability, Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination and is 
expressly prohibited.

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    (b) Appropriate action will be taken against any person who 
violates any discrimination prohibition contained in paragraph (a) of 
this section. However, this section does not create any legal rights 
enforceable against the Department of the Treasury, its officers, or 
employees, or any other person. Although this section does not create 
any enforceable rights, actions in violation of the section may still 
result in civil or criminal action in accordance with applicable laws.


Sec. 700.14  Smoking.

    Smoking of cigarettes, cigars and pipes is prohibited in all FLETC 
buildings and vehicles.
Ralph W. Basham,
Director.
[FR Doc. 98-19493 Filed 7-23-98; 8:45 am]
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