[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations]
[Department of Veterans Affairs Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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[From the U.S. Government Printing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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Part XVI




 
Department of Veterans Affairs





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda


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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                                    
  
  
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

38 CFR Ch. I

Agenda of Federal Regulations

AGENCY: Department of Veterans Affairs.

ACTION: Publication of agenda of regulations.

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SUMMARY: This agenda announces the regulations that the Department of 
Veterans Affairs will have under review, development, or revision 
during the 12-month period from April 1994 to April 1995. The purpose 
in publishing the Department's regulatory development activities is to 
allow all interested persons the opportunity to participate in the 
rulemaking process.

ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to comment on the regulations 
listed in the agenda by contacting the individual agency contact listed 
for each regulation or by writing to: Director, Records Management 
Service (723), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cliff Slay, (202) 233-4251.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department of Veterans Affairs 
regulatory actions under development or review are listed in this 
agenda. Executive Order 12866 ``Regulatory Planning and Review'' and 
the Regulatory Flexibility Act (Pub. L. 96-354) require that executive 
agencies publish in the Federal Register, in April and October of each 
year, an agenda of regulations under development or review.

    This agenda has been prepared in accordance with OMB memorandum 
dated December 14, 1993, and incorporates those categories of 
information required pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 602(a) and 610(c) of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act.

Dated: February 22, 1994.

Frank E. Lalley,

Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary for Information Resources and 
Oversight. 

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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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3514        Aid to States for Care of Veterans in State Homes and Grants to States for                          
            Construction or Acquisition of State Home Facilities..................................    2900-AE87 
3515        Employee Fiduciaries..................................................................    2900-AB50 
3516        Disability or Death From Hospitalization, Medical or Surgical Treatment...............    2900-AG12 
3517        Revision of Decisions.................................................................   2900-AG32  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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3518        Disposition of Veteran's Personal Funds and Effects on Facility Upon Death, or                      
            Discharge, or Unauthorized Absence, and of Funds and Effects Found on Facility........    2900-AB61 
3519        CHAMPVA Regulations...................................................................    2900-AE64 
3520        Health Professionals Education Assistance Program.....................................    2900-AG68 
3521        Transitional Housing Loan Program.....................................................    2900-AG82 
3522        Eligibility for Outpatient Services...................................................    2900-AG87 
3523        Counseling for Women Veterans.........................................................    2900-AG88 
3524        Eligibility for Hospital, Domiciliary or Nursing Home Care of Persons Discharged or                 
            Released From Active Military, Naval, or Air Service..................................    2900-AG89 
3525        VA Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program......................................    2900-AG91 
3526        Payment for Outpatient Medical Services Provided by Non-VA providers..................    2900-AG92 
3527        1. Veterans Services Officer (VSO) To Select and Appoint or Recommend for Appointment               
            the Person or Legal Entity To Receive Benefits in a Fiduciary Capacity 2. Direct                    
            Payment...............................................................................    2900-AB75 
3528        1. Payment to the Wife or Husband of an Incompetent Veteran 2. Legal Custodian........    2900-AB76 
3529        Apportionment of Benefits to Dependents; Payment of Cost of Veteran's Maintenance in                
            Institution; Recommendation for Payment...............................................    2900-AC10 
3530        Compliance With Civil Rights Provisions...............................................    2900-AC72 
3531        Reservists' Education; PL 101-237 and the Montgomery GI Bill--Selected Reserve........    2900-AE43 
3532        Acceptance of Partial Payments; Indemnification of Default............................    2900-AE60 
3533        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Orthopedic System...............................    2900-AE91 
3534        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Mental Disorders....................................    2900-AF01 
3535        Line of Duty..........................................................................    2900-AF03 
3536        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Diseases of the Ear and Other Sense Organs..........    2900-AF22 
3537        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders....    2900-AF23 
3538        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Digestive System....................................    2900-AF24 
3539        Reduction of Debt Through the Performance of Work-Study Services......................    2900-AF29 
3540        Reservists' Education; The Persian Gulf Conflict Supplemental Authorization and                     
            Personnel Benefits Act of 1991 and the Montgomery GI Bill--Selected Reserve...........    2900-AF33 
3541        Reservists' Education; Commencing Date of Award of Educational Assistance.............    2900-AF74 
3542        Veterans' Education; Suspension and Discontinuance of Payments........................    2900-AF85 
3543        Reasonable Doubt......................................................................    2900-AF97 
3544        Veterans' Education; Suspension and Discontinuance of Payments Under the Post-Vietnam               
            Era Veterans' Educational Assistance Program..........................................    2900-AG04 
3545        Reservists' Education; Suspension and Discontinuance of Payments Under the Montgomery               
            GI Bill--Selected Reserve.............................................................    2900-AG05 
3546        Loan Guaranty: Implementation of Public Law 102-547...................................    2900-AG14 
3547        Veterans' Education; Implementation of the Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 and the                   
            National Defense Authorization Act for 1993...........................................    2900-AG22 
3548        Veterans' Education; Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 and the National Defense                        
            Authorization Act of 1993 in the Post-Vietnam Era Veterans' Educational Assistance                  
            Program...............................................................................    2900-AG23 
3549        Reservists' Education; Implementation of the Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 and the                 
            National Defense Authorization Act of 1993............................................    2900-AG24 
3550        Accrued Benefits......................................................................    2900-AG48 
3551        Examinations..........................................................................    2900-AG50 
3552        Veterans' Training Under the Service Members Occupational Conversion and Training Act.    2900-AG56 
3553        Veterans Education: Increase in Rates Payable Under the Montgomery GI Bill - Active                 
            Duty..................................................................................    2900-AG60 
3554        Reservist Education: Increase in Rates Payable Under the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected              
            Reserve...............................................................................    2900-AG61 
3555        Dependents and Veterans Education: Mitigating Circumstances and Other Miscellaneous                 
            Amendments............................................................................    2900-AG63 
3556        Exclusions From Income (Just Debts)...................................................    2900-AG70 
3557        Claims Based on Exposure to Ionizing Radiation........................................    2900-AG71 
3558        Diseases Specific as to Former Prisoners of War.......................................    2900-AG76 
3559        Hearing Officers......................................................................    2900-AG79 
3560        Claims Based On Service in Vietnam....................................................    2900-AG80 
3561        Disability or Death Due to Hospitalization, Etc.......................................    2900-AG84 
3562        Evidence Requirements.................................................................    2900-AG85 
3563        Veterans' Education: Approval of Courses Offered in Guam and American Samoa...........    2900-AG93 
3564        Veterans' Education: Approval of Work-experience Courses..............................    2900-AG95 
3565        Reservists' Education: Implementation of the Department of Defense Authorization Act                
            for 1994..............................................................................    2900-AG96 
3566        Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Service Contracting............    2900-AC86 
3567        Acquisition Regulation: Contractor Qualifications.....................................    2900-AE16 
3568        Department of VA Acquisition Regulation- Changes to Synopsizing Procedures, Bond                    
            Requirements, Procurement of Architect-Engineer Services, & Contract Clauses..........    2900-AG40 
3569        Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Contract Modification..........    2900-AG64 
3570        Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Loan Guaranty and Vocational                 
            Rehabilitation and Counseling Programs................................................    2900-AG65 
3571        Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Department of Veterans Affairs               
            Acquisition Regulations System........................................................    2900-AG66 
3572        Appeals Regulations; Rules of Practice................................................    2900-AF54 
3573        Rules of Practice; Representation.....................................................    2900-AG08 
3574        Appeals Regulations; Rules of Practice................................................    2900-AG09 
3575        Rules of Practice: Medical Opinions...................................................    2900-AG90 
3576        Rules of Practice; Hearings...........................................................    2900-AG07 
3577        Revocation of Delegation to Issue Subpoenas Pursuant to 38 USC 3311 and Specify                     
            Permissible Methods of Service........................................................    2900-AE77 
3578        Waiver: Erroneous Payment of Pay and Allowances.......................................    2900-AG94 
3579        Standards for Program Evaluation......................................................   2900-AE30  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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3580        Confidentiality of Certain Medical Records............................................    2900-AE28 
3581        Health Professionals' Educational Assistance Program..................................    2900-AF87 
3582        Confidentiality of Health Care Quality Assurance Reviews..............................    2900-AG01 
3583        Contract Program for Veterans with Alcohol and Drug Dependency Disorders..............    2900-AG58 
3584        Travel Authority for Beneficiaries Receiving Pension..................................    2900-AG72 
3585        Full Disclosure of Beneficiary's Income and Assets....................................    2900-AD35 
3586        Loan Guaranty: Title Evidence Requirements and Occupancy Requirements for Conveyance                
            of Properties to VA...................................................................    2900-AE20 
3587        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Cardiovascular System...........................    2900-AE40 
3588        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Endocrine System................................    2900-AE41 
3589        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Gynecological System............................    2900-AE72 
3590        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Muscular System.................................    2900-AE89 
3591        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Respiratory System..............................    2900-AE94 
3592        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Systemic Conditions.................................    2900-AE95 
3593        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Skin............................................    2900-AF00 
3594        Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Hemic and Lymphatic System......................    2900-AF02 
3595        Reservists' Education; Change of Program of Education.................................    2900-AF10 
3596        Disability or Death From Hospitalization, Medical or Surgical Treatment...............    2900-AF27 
3597        Veterans' Benefits; Eligibility for the Montgomery GI Bill--Active Duty...............    2900-AF30 
3598        Loan Guaranty; Credit Underwriting Standards and Procedures for Processing VA                       
            Guaranteed Loans......................................................................    2900-AF39 
3599        Implementing Statutory Changes........................................................    2900-AF48 
3600        Service-Disabled Veterans' Insurance..................................................    2900-AF69 
3601        Interest on Premiums In Arrears.......................................................    2900-AF71 
3602        Procedural Due Process and Appellant Rights...........................................    2900-AF94 
3603        Amendments to Training and Rehabilitation Programs....................................    2900-AG00 
3604        Revised Definition of Net Value and Revised Criteria for Pre-Foreclosure Debt Waivers.    2900-AG20 
3605        Procedural Due Process and Appellate Rights...........................................    2900-AG28 
3606        Claims Based on Chronic Effects of Exposure to Vesicant Agents........................    2900-AG29 
3607        Increase in Amount of Veterans' Mortgage Life Insurance...............................    2900-AG36 
3608        Supplemental Service-Disabled Veterans' Insurance (S-DVI).............................    2900-AG37 
3609        Increased Coverage for Servicemen's and Veterans' Group Life Insurance................    2900-AG38 
3610        Disability Due to Impaired Hearing....................................................    2900-AG44 
3611        Radiogenic Disease Provisions (Urinary Tract Definition)..............................    2900-AG46 
3612        Exclusions From Income................................................................    2900-AG47 
3613        Returned and Cancelled Checks.........................................................    2900-AG51 
3614        Continuous Cohabitation...............................................................    2900-AG53 
3615        Veterans' Education; Flight Training..................................................    2900-AG54 
3616        Increase in Attorneys' Fees...........................................................    2900-AG55 
3617        Veterans Education: Clarification of Eligibility Requirements for the Montgomery GI                 
            Bill - Active Duty....................................................................    2900-AG59 
3618        Disease Associated with Exposure to Certain Herbicide Agents..........................    2900-AG69 
3619        Disease Associated With Exposure to Certain Herbicide Agents (Multiple Myeloma and                  
            Respiratory Cancers)..................................................................    2900-AG73 
3620        Dependents' Educational Assistance; Certification.....................................    2900-AG74 
3621        Active Military Service Certified Under Section 401 of Public Law 95-202..............    2900-AG81 
3622        Exclusions From Income (Tribal Trust Land Income).....................................    2900-AG83 
3623        Chronic Fatigue Syndrome..............................................................    2900-AG86 
3624        Schedule for Rating Disabilities: Genital Urinary System (Special Monthly                           
            Compensation).........................................................................    2900-AG97 
3625        Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Service Contracting and                      
            Contract Clauses......................................................................    2900-AG67 
3626        Appeals Regulations; Rules of Practice................................................    2900-AE78 
3627        Rules of Practice; Attorneys' and Agents' Fees........................................    2900-AG42 
3628        Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex Under Federally Assisted Education Programs and               
            Activities............................................................................    2900-AB51 
3629        Operation of Child Care Centers at VA Facilities......................................    2900-AD48 
3630        Release of VA Lists of Names and Addresses and Penalty Procedures for Unauthorized Use    2900-AC63 
3631        New Restrictions on Lobbying..........................................................    2900-AE74 
3632        FOIA: Receipt of Electronically Transmitted Facsimile Request or Appeal; Time Limit on              
            Right of Administrative Appeal; and No Record As Adverse Determination................    2900-AF62 
3633        Contact Person for Missing Children: Official Mail Program............................   2900-AG75  
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3634        Reporting Health Care Practitioners to State Licensing Boards.........................    2900-AE27 
3635        Schedule for Rating Disabilities; Genitourinary System Disabilities...................    2900-AE11 
3636        Reservists' Education; Procedural Due Process, Montgomery GI Bill --Selected Reserve..    2900-AE49 
3637        Veterans' Education; Standardization of Programs......................................    2900-AE82 
3638        Veterans' Education; Nonduplication of Benefits.......................................    2900-AE84 
3639        Veterans' Education; Increase in Rates Payable in the Educational Assistance Test                   
            Program...............................................................................    2900-AF36 
3640        Schedule for Rating Disabilities; Dental and Oral Conditions..........................    2900-AF41 
3641        Updating Rehabilitation Criteria......................................................    2900-AF49 
3642        Claims Based on Exposure to Herbicides Containing Dioxin (Peripheral Neuropathy/Lung                
            Cancer)...............................................................................    2900-AF57 
3643        Veterans' Education; Changing Programs for Post-Vietnam Veterans......................    2900-AF59 
3644        Reservists' Education; Implementation of the Veterans' Educational Assistance                       
            Amendments of 1991....................................................................    2900-AF78 
3645        Zero Percent Disability Evaluations...................................................    2900-AG10 
3646        Loan Guaranty: Limited Denial of Participation in the Loan Guaranty Program...........    2900-AG13 
3647        Direct Loans to Native American Veterans on Trust Lands...............................    2900-AG19 
3648        Procedural Due Process and Appellate Rights...........................................    2900-AG33 
3649        Determination of Basic Eligibility....................................................    2900-AG35 
3650        Aggravation of Preservice Disability..................................................    2900-AG45 
3651        Procedural Due Process and Appellate Rights...........................................    2900-AG57 
3652        Veterans Education: End of Training Under the Veterans Job Training Act...............    2900-AG62 
3653        Veterans' Education; Veterans' Job Training Act.......................................    2900-AG77 
3654        Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation- Changes to Solicitation                      
            Provisions, Contract Clauses and Their Prescriptions..................................    2900-AC87 
3655        Acquisition Regulation--Sealed Bidding................................................    2900-AE17 
3656        Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Foreign Acquisition and                      
            Contract Clause.......................................................................    2900-AG39 
3657        Establishing Billing Rates for Recovering the Costs of Providing Ambulatory Surgical                
            Procedures............................................................................    2900-AF83 
3658        Testimony of Department Personnel and Production of Department Records in Legal                     
            Proceedings...........................................................................    2900-AE76 
3659        Standards of Ethical Conduct and Related Responsibilities.............................   2900-AG27  
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                       Prerule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3514. AID TO STATES FOR CARE OF VETERANS IN STATE HOMES AND GRANTS TO 
STATES FOR CONSTRUCTION OR ACQUISITION OF STATE HOME FACILITIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1741; 38 USC 1742; 38 USC 1743; 38 USC 8131; 
38 USC 8132; 38 USC 8133; 38 USC 8134; 38 USC 8135; 38 USC 8136; 38 USC 
8137

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.165; 38 CFR 17.166; 38 CFR 17.167; 38 CFR 
17.183

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Several laws have been enacted since the last revision and 
update of the regulations governing the State Home Per Diem Program. 
Among them is Public Law 100-322 which provided the Secretary, 
Department of Veterans Affairs, to evaluate per diem rates annually and 
increase as appropriate; the rates may not exceed the percentage 
increase in VA general hospitals. Numerous other changes and updates 
are needed to assist the States in recognition of State homes, various 
options for operating State homes such as contracting or leasing and 
clarification of States' responsibilities for providing financial 
support for the operation, opening of beds, after completing 
construction in which VA provided up to 65 percent of the cost. 
Timeframes for opening beds and clarification of assurance of financial 
support needs to be documented. Current regulations will be updated and 
revised to accomplish these purposes. Additionally updates are 
necessary for the State Home Construction Program. Public Law 102-585 
amended the time for conditional grant approvals, prohibits obligation 
of funds for rescinded projects during the same fiscal year, defined 
the date the recapture period (cont)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           11/00/94
NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: begins, and provides for 
retroactive per diem payment after completion of recognition 
inspection. Further, the Life Safety Code requires updating to the 1993 
edition and various other technical and editorial changes need to be 
made.

Agency Contact: L. Nan Stout (114b), Chief, State Home Per Diem Program 
or Chief State Home Construction Grant Prog., Department of Veterans 
Affairs, Veterans Health Administration (114B), 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7538

RIN: 2900-AE87
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3515. EMPLOYEE FIDUCIARIES

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 0.735-21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing regulation falls under the general rules of 
conduct for employees. The intended change will bar most employees from 
becoming fiduciaries for beneficiaries of Department of Veterans 
Affairs benefits and establish an exemption to the bar under a limited 
number of circumstances such as when the employee is a close relative.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William B. Saliski, Jr., Program Analyst (273), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5291

RIN: 2900-AB50
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3516. DISABILITY OR DEATH FROM HOSPITALIZATION, MEDICAL OR SURGICAL 
TREATMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1151

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.3581(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To clarify when benefits based upon disability or death 
resulting from hospitalization, medical or surgical treatment, or 
pursuit of a vocational rehabilitation program may be authorized.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG12
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                       Prerule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3517. REVISION OF DECISIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.105(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend adjudication regulations concerning revision of 
decisions based upon clear and unmistakable error to clarify that the 
scope of the regulation is limited to the review of Regional Office 
decisions that have not been affirmed by a decision of the Board of 
Veterans Appeals.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG32
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3518. DISPOSITION OF VETERAN'S PERSONAL FUNDS AND EFFECTS ON FACILITY 
UPON DEATH, OR DISCHARGE, OR UNAUTHORIZED ABSENCE, AND OF FUNDS AND 
EFFECTS FOUND ON FACILITY

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 210(c)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 12.0 to 12.24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 208 of Public Law 94-581 provides that unclaimed 
property or funds and effects left by a dependent or survivor of a 
veteran receiving medical care at a Department of Veterans Affairs 
facility as a CHAMPVA beneficiary will be disposed of in the same or 
similar manner as such property left by a veteran. Also, estates of 
dependents or survivors of a veteran who dies intestate and without 
legal heirs while a patient in any Department of Veterans Affairs 
facility or any hospital, while being furnished care or treatment 
therein by VA will escheat to the U.S. Government. Some of these 
regulations have not been updated since 1948, therefore, editorial 
changes will be made which will not affect policy.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Anna Franks, Medical Administration Program Specialist, 
Policies and Procedures (161B1), Department of Veterans Affairs, 
Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 535-7390

RIN: 2900-AB61
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3519. CHAMPVA REGULATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1713

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.54 to 17.54f

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Title 38, CFR, part 17, section 17.54, sets forth the basic 
policies and procedures governing the administration of the CHAMPVA 
program. This proposed revision to 38 CFR 17.54, would incorporate 
revised CHAMPVA claims processing procedures and define benefits and 
services for this program. These proposed regulations will not have an 
effect on the economy, state or local government agencies or geographic 
regions, nor result in increases in costs, because the monetary impact 
would be insignificant. This regulatory action is important because 
current regulations describe the CHAMPVA program in terms of the 
initial agreement between VA and DoD (since modified) and do not 
address the program changes initiated by VA to centralize all CHAMPVA 
activities. The proposed regulations address the CHAMPVA Center's new 
role in program administration, including absorption of the previously 
contracted out claims processing activities.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stuart E. Mount, CHAMPVA Liaison, Administrative 
Services Officer (161), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-
7660

RIN: 2900-AE64
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3520. HEALTH PROFESSIONALS EDUCATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 765; PL 102-405, sec 202

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.607(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA will amend its medical regulations by changing 38 CFR 
17.607 (c) duration of service from 1-year to 2-years in accordance 
with Public Law 102-405, section 202.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charlotte F. Beason, Director, Associated Health 
Professions, Education Programs Service (143A), Department of Veterans 
Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7527

RIN: 2900-AG68
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3521.  TRANSITIONAL HOUSING LOAN PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 102-54, sec 8

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Veterans recently completing treatment for substance abuse 
problems are often in need of a period of supportive housing to ensure 
sobriety maintenance and to reestablish social and community 
relationships. Utilization of a loan program such as this is a cost-
effective means of ensuring veteran support which can lessen the 
likelihood of substance abuse relapse. Administrative cost estimates 
have been set at $59,000 (to be adjusted for inflation).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $79,000; Yearly Recurring Cost: 
$59,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1994

Agency Contact: Frederick Lee, Acting Deputy Associate Director for 
Rehabilitation Services (590/111C), Department of Veterans Affairs, 
Office of Rehabilitation Services (590/111C), VA Medical Center, 
Hampton, VA 23667, 804 722-9961

RIN: 2900-AG82
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3522.  ELIGIBILITY FOR OUTPATIENT SERVICES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 103-210

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.60

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Provides authority for furnishing outpatient medical services 
to veterans who served during the Persian Gulf war and whose disability 
resulted from exposure to environmental hazard.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Wanda Elam, MAS Program Specialist, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7659

RIN: 2900-AG87
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3523.  COUNSELING FOR WOMEN VETERANS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 102-585; PL 103-210

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Authority for furnishing counseling to women veterans.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Wanda Elam, MAS Program Specialist, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7659

RIN: 2900-AG88
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3524.  ELIGIBILITY FOR HOSPITAL, DOMICILIARY OR NURSING HOME CARE 
OF PERSONS DISCHARGED OR RELEASED FROM ACTIVE MILITARY, NAVAL, OR AIR 
SERVICE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 103-210

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.47(a)(5)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Authority will be provided for furnishing hospital, 
domiciliary or nursing home care to veterans who served during the 
Persian Gulf War, and extend to June 30, 1994, eligibility for Agent 
Orange or Ionizing Radiation related hospital care.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Wanda Elam, MAS Program Specialist, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7659

RIN: 2900-AG89
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3525.  VA HOMELESS PROVIDERS GRANT AND PER DIEM PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  PL 102-590, sec 3

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 501(a)

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, February 1, 1994.

Abstract: As many as 250,000 veterans are homeless, and many more are 
homeless at some point during a year. Many others are at risk because 
of poverty, chronic illnesses or dismal living conditions. Most are 
single males; about 40% suffer from severe mental illness and (with 
overlap) about half have substance abuse problems. PL 102-590 
authorizes VA to assist public or nonprofit private entities in 
developing new programs or supportive services and supportive housing 
for homeless veterans through grants of up to 65% of the cost of 
acquiring, renovating, altering or constructing facilities; or to 
purchase vans. It also allows VA to make per diem payments for the care 
of homeless veterans or to provide in-kind assistance. These combined 
efforts will facilitate the development and continuance of effective 
solutions to the plight of homeless veterans. To maximize utilization 
of funding for this program, the proposed rule provides for monitoring 
and evaluation of projects that receive VA funding. Approximately $5 
million is available in fiscal year 1994 for this program.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lynn Bailey, Homeless Specialist, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7313

RIN: 2900-AG91
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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3526.  PAYMENT FOR OUTPATIENT MEDICAL SERVICES PROVIDED BY NON-VA 
PROVIDERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501, sec 17.60(i)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.60

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing regulations for 
reimbursement of outpatient medical services provided to eligible 
veterans by non-VA providers. The proposed regulation will allow the 
use of a 75th percentile payment methodology for the payment of non-VA 
outpatient medical services.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roscoe Butler, Program Anaylsy (161B1), Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7436

RIN: 2900-AG92
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3527. 1. VETERANS SERVICES OFFICER (VSO) TO SELECT AND APPOINT OR 
RECOMMEND FOR APPOINTMENT THE PERSON OR LEGAL ENTITY TO RECEIVE BENEFITS 
IN A FIDUCIARY CAPACITY 2. DIRECT PAYMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 5502

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 13.55; 38 CFR 13.56

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: 38 CFR 13.55 authorizes the VSO to select and appoint a 
fiduciary and defines the types of payees authorized to receive 
payments in fiduciary cases. The intended change updates the authority 
language to more closely reflect changes to 38 USC 5502; removes gender 
specific terminology and reference to mental illness; and, further 
clarifies the types of payees available for selection. 38 CFR 13.56 
defines classes of beneficiaries who may be paid directly. The intended 
change clarifies the conditions for direct payment.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ronald Weaver, Program Analyst (273), Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5291

RIN: 2900-AB75
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3528. 1. PAYMENT TO THE WIFE OR HUSBAND OF AN INCOMPETENT VETERAN 2. 
LEGAL CUSTODIAN

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 5502

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 13.57; 38 CFR 13.58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: 38 CFR 13.57 specifies types of Department of Veterans 
Affairs benefits that may be paid to spouse payee. The intended change 
broadens the class of payments to include Department of Veterans 
Affairs insurance. 38 CFR 13.58 explains in part duties expected of a 
legal custodian. Upon request the legal custodian may be required to 
divulge any information in the possession of the legal custodian about 
all income and assets available to the beneficiary.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William B. Saliski, Jr., Program Analyst (273), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5291

RIN: 2900-AB76
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3529. APPORTIONMENT OF BENEFITS TO DEPENDENTS; PAYMENT OF COST OF 
VETERAN'S MAINTENANCE IN INSTITUTION; RECOMMENDATION FOR PAYMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 5502; 38 USC 5503; PL 98-543, 
Sec 402

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 13.70; 38 CFR 13.71; 38 CFR 13.74

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: 38 CFR 13.70 defines the conditions under which the Veterans 
Services Officer may recommend an apportionment of benefits to 
dependents. The proposed amendment will clarify these conditions. The 
amendment will also remove a reference to mental illness as the sole 
criterion for a rating of incompetency.
38 CFR 13.71 is to be amended to make clear that the signing of an 
institutional award agreement does not waive an institution's right to 
claim payments under 38 USC 641. This action is the result of an 
unpublished General Counsel opinion.
38 CFR 13.74 is based on the provisions of 38 USC sec. 3203(b) (1)(A); 
however, where the law refers to more than one type of institutional 
care, the regulation refers only to instances of hospitalization. This 
would seem to preclude application of the regulation when veterans are 
in State run nursing homes or other institutions operated by the United 
States or a political subdivision. The Department of Veterans Affairs, 
therefore, proposes to correct this defect by substituting the terms 
``institution'' and ``institutionalization'' where appropriate.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: William B. Saliski, Jr., Program Analyst (273), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5291

RIN: 2900-AC10
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3530. COMPLIANCE WITH CIVIL RIGHTS PROVISIONS

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3115

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.324

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Compliance with civil rights provisions requires that payment 
of benefits to veterans be terminated upon a finding that a veteran is 
attending a facility which has been found in noncompliance with 
applicable provisions of part 18, Nondiscrimination in Federally 
Assisted Programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs. We propose to 
amend 38 CFR 21.324 to reflect this new requirement.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Graffam, Veterans Claims Examiner (281), 
Vocational Rehabilitation Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, 
Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, 
DC 20420, 202 233-6495

RIN: 2900-AC72
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3531. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; PL 101-237 AND THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL--
SELECTED RESERVE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 101-189; PL 101-237

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7520; 38 CFR 21.7540; 38 CFR 21.7576; 38 CFR 
21.7612; 38 CFR 21.7620; 38 CFR 21.7622; 38 CFR 21.7624; 38 CFR 
21.7631; 38 CFR 21.7635; 38 CFR 21.7636; 38 CFR 21.7639; 38 CFR 
21.7640; 38 CFR 21.7642; 38 CFR 21.7645; 38 CFR 21.7653; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 
1990 and 1991 greatly expands the types of training permitted under the 
Montgomery GI Bill--Selected Reserve. The Veterans Education and 
Employment Amendments of 1989 also add a new type of training, flight 
training, to this program. Furthermore, the amendments also allow 
participants to receive a work-study allowance. The regulations which 
govern the Montgomery GI Bill--Selected Reserve must be amended to 
implement these new provisions of law.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: RIN 2900-AE47 has been merged with this RIN.

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AE43
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3532. ACCEPTANCE OF PARTIAL PAYMENTS; INDEMNIFICATION OF DEFAULT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 3703; 38 USC 3732

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4202; 38 CFR 4275; 38 CFR 4301; 38 CFR 4315; 38 
CFR 4323

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public Law 101-237, the Veterans Home Loan Indemnity and 
Restructuring Act of 1989, amended 38 USC 1832(a) to require holders of 
VA guaranteed loans that are in default to notify VA if they refuse a 
partial payment of the amount owed when submitted by the veteran 
borrower. Notification may include a statement as to the circumstances 
of the default and the reason for the holder's refusal; these 
regulations will also set out the changed requirements with regard to 
establishing a veteran's liability to the Government in the event of 
foreclosure of a VA guaranteed loan. In the past veterans were liable 
if their VA loan foreclosed. Under Public Law 101-237 liability will 
only be established in the event of fraud, misrepresentation, or bad 
faith.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Leonard A. Levy, Assistant Director for Loan Management 
(261), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3668

RIN: 2900-AE60
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3533. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE ORTHOPEDIC SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.71(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the orthopedic 
system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/28/90                    55 FR 53315
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/26/91
NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AE91
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3534. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--MENTAL DISORDERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.125; 38 CFR 4.126; 38 CFR 4.127; 38 CFR 4.128; 
38 CFR 4.129; 38 CFR 4.130; 38 CFR 4.131; 38 CFR 4.132

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate mental disorders.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/91                    56 FR 20170
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/01/91
NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF01
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3535. LINE OF DUTY

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 105(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.1; 38 CFR 3.301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will preclude establishment of service 
connection for conditions that are secondary to the abuse of alcohol or 
drugs.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF03
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3536. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--DISEASES OF THE EAR AND OTHER 
SENSE ORGANS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.75; 38 CFR 4.76; 38 CFR 4.77; 38 CFR 4.78; 38 
CFR 4.79; 38 CFR 4.80; 38 CFR 4.83; 38 CFR 4.84; 38 CFR 4.85; 38 CFR 
4.86; 38 CFR 4.87

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate impairments of the eye, ear, and 
other sense organs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/91                    56 FR 20170
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/01/91
NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF22
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3537. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS AND 
CONVULSIVE DISORDERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.120; 38 CFR 4.121; 38 CFR 4.122; 38 CFR 4.123; 
38 CFR 4.124; 38 CFR 4.124a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions, and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the neurological 
system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/91                    56 FR 20169
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/01/91
NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF23
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3538. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.114

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions, and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the digestive system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/91                    56 FR 20168
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/01/91
NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF24
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3539. REDUCTION OF DEBT THROUGH THE PERFORMANCE OF WORK-STUDY SERVICES

Legal Authority:  PL 102-16

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.912b

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: There is a section of PL 102-16 which is designed to 
eliminate some VA debts. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs is given the 
authority to enter into an agreement with an individual who has 
incurred an overpayment of VA educational or rehabilitation benefits. 
Pursuant to the agreement the individual may reduce the resulting debt 
through performance of work-study services. The law gives VA 
considerable latitude in administering this program. The regulation 
will state the way in which VA will implement this provision of law.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF29
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3540. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; THE PERSIAN GULF CONFLICT SUPPLEMENTAL 
AUTHORIZATION AND PERSONNEL BENEFITS ACT OF 1991 AND THE MONTGOMERY GI 
BILL--SELECTED RESERVE

Legal Authority:  PL 102-25

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7636

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Persian Gulf War Veterans' Benefits Act of 1991 provides 
increases in the full-time, three-quarter-time and half-time rate of 
educational assistance payable to someone pursuing a program of 
education under the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve. These 
increases are effective October 1, 1991. This will implement that 
increase. VA is also authorized by law to set by regulation the amount 
of monthly educational assistance payable to someone who is pursuing a 
program of education at quarter-time under the Montgomery GI Bill - 
Selected Reserve. VA will propose making a proportional increase in the 
quarter-time rate.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF33
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3541. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; COMMENCING DATE OF AWARD OF EDUCATIONAL 
ASSISTANCE

Legal Authority:  10 USC 2136

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7631

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In VA's response to the final report of the Commission to 
Assess Veterans' Education Policy VA stated it would make various 
changes in response to the Commission's recommendations. These 
regulatory changes will include amendments to adjust the beginning 
dates of awards of educational assistance. This purpose will implement 
the commitments VA made in its response with respect to the Montgomery 
GI Bill - Selected Reserve.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF74
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3542. VETERANS' EDUCATION; SUSPENSION AND DISCONTINUANCE OF PAYMENTS

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3690

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.4133; 38 CFR 21.4134; 38 CFR 21.4135; 38 CFR 
21.4146; 38 CFR 21.4152; 38 CFR 21.4202; 38 CFR 21.4207; 38 CFR 
21.4208; 38 CFR 21.4210; 38 CFR 21.4211; 38 CFR 21.4212; 38 CFR 
21.4213; 38 CFR 21.4214; 38 CFR 21.4215; 38 CFR 21.4216

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under certain conditions VA can suspend or discontinue 
payments of educational assistance to individuals even though the 
course in which they are enrolled is approved for VA training. Current 
regulations provide for a review of the circumstances at the local VA 
facility and another de novo review at VA Central Office. The proposal 
would gather in one place the procedures which VA follows in deciding 
whether to suspend or discontinue payments; would make a part of the 
Code of Federal Regulations the rules at the hearing which may be 
conducted in making this decision; and would eliminate the de novo 
Central Office review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF85
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3543. REASONABLE DOUBT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.102

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will limit the granting of benefit of the 
doubt to those individuals who have established their status as 
``claimants'' in accordance with a recent decision by the U.S. Court of 
Veterans Appeals.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF97
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3544. VETERANS' EDUCATION; SUSPENSION AND DISCONTINUANCE OF PAYMENTS 
UNDER THE POST-VIETNAM ERA VETERANS' EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3690

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.5130; 38 CFR 21.5200

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA will propose regulations which will gather in one place 
the procedures VA follows in deciding whether to suspend or discontinue 
payments. This will require revisions to the regulations governing the 
Post-Vietnam Era Veterans' Educational Assistance Program so that 
references to the sections concerned with suspension and discontinuance 
of educational assistance will be correct.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG04
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3545. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; SUSPENSION AND DISCONTINUANCE OF PAYMENTS 
UNDER THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL--SELECTED RESERVE

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3690

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7633; 38 CFR 21.7635; 38 CFR 21.7658

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA will propose regulations which will gather in one place 
the procedures VA follows in deciding whether to suspend or discontinue 
payments of educational assistance. This will require revisions to the 
regulations governing the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve so that 
references to the sections concerned with the suspension and 
discontinuance of educational assistance will be correct.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG05
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3546. LOAN GUARANTY: IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC LAW 102-547

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); PL 102-547

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 36.4212; 38 CFR 36.4223; 38 CFR 36.4232; 38 CFR 
36.4254; 38 CFR 36.4302; 38 CFR 36.4311; 38 CFR 36.4312; 38 CFR 36.4336

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Loan Guaranty regulations are being amended to comply 
with certain provisions of PL 102-547, the Veterans Home Loan Program 
Amendments of 1992. The amended regulations will provide for the 
guarantee of: (1) loans for reservists and members of the National 
Guard; (2) Loans where the interest rate has been negotiated between 
the borrower and the lender; (3) adjustable rate mortgages; and (4) 
energy efficient mortgages. The amended regulations will also reflect a 
reduced funding fee for interest rate reduction refinancing loans and a 
revised guaranty percentage for these loans.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Judith Caden, Assistant Dir. for Loan Policy (264), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3042

RIN: 2900-AG14
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3547. VETERANS' EDUCATION; IMPLEMENTATION OF THE VETERANS' BENEFITS ACT 
OF 1992 AND THE NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR 1993

Legal Authority:  PL 102-484; PL 102-568

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.3145; 38 CFR 21.4131; 38 CFR 21.4135; 38 CFR 
21.4233; 38 CFR 21.4234; 38 CFR 21.4252; 38 CFR 21.4253; 38 CFR 
21.4254; 38 CFR 21.4265; 38 CFR 21.4267; 38 CFR 21.4270; 38 CFR 
21.4271; 38 CFR 21.4272; 38 CFR 21.4273; 38 CFR 21.4280

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 contains many provisions 
which affect the educational programs VA administers. Among these is a 
change in the rate of payment made to individuals who are pursuing 
independent study, a change in the eligibility rules for veterans and 
servicemembers receiving educational assistance under the Montgomery GI 
Bill - Active Duty. The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal 
Year 1993 also contains provisions which affect the Montgomery GI Bill 
- Active Duty. For example, certain individuals who have voluntarily 
separated from the military are given an opportunity to become eligible 
for the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty. These regulations will 
implement these Acts with respect to the Montgomery GI Bill - Active 
Duty and Dependents' Educational Assistance.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG22
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3548. VETERANS' EDUCATION; VETERANS' BENEFITS ACT OF 1992 AND THE 
NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1993 IN THE POST-VIETNAM ERA 
VETERANS' EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  PL 102-484; PL 102-568

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.5023; 38 CFR 21.5058; 38 CFR 21.5145; 38 CFR 
21.5232; 38 CFR 21.5250; 38 CFR 21.5270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 contains some provisions 
which affect the educational programs VA administers. Among these are 
changes affecting measurement of courses and VA's work-study program. 
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1993 permits 
certain voluntarily separated veterans who contributed to the VEAP fund 
to instead receive benefits under the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty. 
These regulations will implement these two laws with respect to VEAP.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG23
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3549. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; IMPLEMENTATION OF THE VETERANS' BENEFITS ACT 
OF 1992 AND THE NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1993

Legal Authority:  PL 102-484; PL 102-568

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7520; 38 CFR 21.7550; 38 CFR 21.7620; 38 CFR 
21.7631; 38 CFR 21.7635; 38 CFR 21.7636; 38 CFR 21.7639; 38 CFR 
21.7642; 38 CFR 21.7645; 38 CFR 21.7670; 38 CFR 21.7672; 38 CFR 
21.7673; 38 CFR 21.7700; 38 CFR 21.7720; 38 CFR 21.7722

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 contains many provisions 
which affect the educational programs VA administers. Among these is a 
change in advance payment of work-study allowance and a prohibition 
against paying educational assistance to individuals who are pursuing a 
nonaccredited independent study program. The National Defense 
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1993 also contains provisions which 
affect the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve. For example, certain 
individuals who must leave the Selected Reserve because their units 
have been inactivated will retain eligibility for the Montgomery GI 
Bill - Selected Reserve. This proposal will acquaint the public with 
the way in which VA will implement these Acts with respect to the 
Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG24
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3550. ACCRUED BENEFITS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.262(o)(3); 38 CFR 3.272(h); 38 CFR 3.1000

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will expand VA's definition of the term 
``Evidence in the File at the Date of Death'', in order to give 
survivors greater access to periodic monetary benefits due Deceased 
beneficiaries but unpaid at the time of death.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, Consultant,Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG48
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3551. EXAMINATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.326

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment would increase the number of situations in 
which a private physician's statement may be accepted as a VA 
examination in order to allow earlier rating action on acceptable 
medical evidence with no additional burden to either the claimant or 
VA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/01/94                     59 FR 4619
NPRM Comment Period End         04/12/94
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG50
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3552. VETERANS' TRAINING UNDER THE SERVICE MEMBERS OCCUPATIONAL 
CONVERSION AND TRAINING ACT

Legal Authority:  PL 102-484

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.4800; 38 CFR 21.4802; 38 CFR 21.4810; 38 CFR 
21.4812; 38 CFR 21.4820; 38 CFR 21.4822; 38 CFR 21.4823; 38 CFR 
21.4824; 38 CFR 21.4830; 38 CFR 21.4832; 38 CFR 21.4834; 38 CFR 
21.4840; 38 CFR 21.4842; 38 CFR 21.4844; 38 CFR 21.4850

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service Members Occupational Conversion and Training Act 
of 1992 established a job training program for recently discharged 
veterans. That act authorizes the Secretary of Defense to delegate some 
of the responsibility for implementing it to either the Secretary of 
Veterans Affairs or the Secretary of Labor, or both. The Secretary of 
Defense has done this. These regulations will acquaint the public with 
the way in which VA will implement the responsibilities which have been 
delegated to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG56
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3553. VETERANS EDUCATION: INCREASE IN RATES PAYABLE UNDER THE MONTGOMERY 
GI BILL - ACTIVE DUTY

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3015

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7136; 38 CFR 21.7137

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: By statute veterans and servicemembers pursuing a program of 
education under the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty are entitled to 
receive an increase in the monthly rate of basic educational assistance 
effective October 1 of each year. The increase is based on the increase 
in the consumer price index for the twelve month period ending the 
previous June 30. These amended regulations will implement the increase 
due October 1, 1993 for the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG60
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3554. RESERVIST EDUCATION: INCREASE IN RATES PAYABLE UNDER THE MONTGOMERY 
GI BILL - SELECTED RESERVE

Legal Authority:  10 USC 2131

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7636

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: By statute reservists pursuing a program of education under 
the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve are entitled to receive an 
increase in the monthly rate of basic educational assistance effective 
October 1 of each year. The increase is based on the increase in the 
consumer price index for the twelve month period ending the previous 
June 30. These amended regulations will implement the increase due 
October 1, 1993 for the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG61
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3555. DEPENDENTS AND VETERANS EDUCATION: MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES AND 
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3034; 38 USC 3680

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.4136; 38 CFR 21.4137; 38 CFR 21.4234; 38 CFR 
21.4253; 38 CFR 21.4262; 38 CFR 21.7042; 38 CFR 21.7139

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amended regulations will standardize the rules 
concerning submission of mitigating circumstances surrounding a 
withdrawal from a course or courses or receipt of a nonpunitive grade. 
This submission is required of eligible persons receiving Dependents' 
Educational Assistance and veterans and servicemembers receiving 
educational assistance under VEAP and the Montgomery GI Bill - Active 
Duty, but the rules for doing this differ. Having different rules 
concerning an identical action required of VA beneficiaries is 
confusing not only to those beneficiaries, but also to the other users 
of the regulations. This may result in erroneous awards. The proposed 
regulations will also make additional miscellaneous amendments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG63
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3556. EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME (JUST DEBTS)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.262(m); 38 CFR 3.262(o); 38 CFR 3.272(h)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA is proposing to include the just debts of a deceased 
person as an exclusion from countable income. Just debts are any 
unsecured debts incurred by the deceased person or incurred jointly by 
the deceased person and the claimant.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG70
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3557.  CLAIMS BASED ON EXPOSURE TO IONIZING RADIATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.3116(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment implements a decision of the Secretary of 
Veterans Affairs to add Tumors of the Brain and Central Nervous System 
to the list of Radiogenic Diseases for Service-Connected compensation 
purposes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG71
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3558.  DISEASES SPECIFIC AS TO FORMER PRISONERS OF WAR

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.309(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment implements a determination by the Secretary of 
Veterans Affairs that the term ``Beriberi Heart Disease'' includes 
Ischemic heart disease which may develop in former prisoners of war in 
later life.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG76
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3559.  HEARING OFFICERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.104(a); 38 CFR 3.105(b); 38 CFR 3.111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will provide regulatory expression of the 
authority and jurisdiction of those officials who conduct most of the 
hearings involving benefits issues.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steven Thornberry, Consultant, Regulations Staff 
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3005

RIN: 2900-AG79
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3560.  CLAIMS BASED ON SERVICE IN VIETNAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 1154(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.307(a); 38 CFR 3.313(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment implements a recent VA General Counsel 
Precedent Opinion that the term ``service in Vietnam'' does not include 
service of a Vietnam veteran whose only contact with Vietnam was flying 
high-altitude missions in Vietnamese airspace.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG80
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3561.  DISABILITY OR DEATH DUE TO HOSPITALIZATION, ETC

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 1151

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.800(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will remove any possible inconsistency in the 
regulations and make clear that compensation can be paid for a 
disability resulting from VA examination itself. A disability is not 
automatically compensable just because it is incurred after the veteran 
has reported for the examination.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211b), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG84
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3562.  EVIDENCE REQUIREMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.202(c); 38 CFR 3.204(b); 38 CFR 3.205(a); 38 
CFR 3.207(b); 38 CFR 3.209; 38 CFR 3.210; 38 CFR 3.211

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment revises VA regulations regarding Evidence 
Requirements to allow the acceptance of photocopies of documents 
necessary to establish birth, death, marriage or relationship.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefit Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG85
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3563.  VETERANS' EDUCATION: APPROVAL OF COURSES OFFERED IN GUAM 
AND AMERICAN SAMOA

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 512

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.4250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: For over thirty years approval of courses offered in Guam and 
American Samoa has been the responsibility of the Director, Education 
Service or and equivalent VA official located in Washington, DC. As 
part of its ongoing review of regulations, VA is considering whether 
this function should be given to a VA official closer to Guam and 
American Samoa or even to an official of Guam or American Samoa.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG93
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3564.  VETERANS' EDUCATION: APPROVAL OF WORK-EXPERIENCE COURSES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3688

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.4265

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA long has had regulations to determine whether work-
experience courses qualify as resident training. Changes in the nature 
of Work-experience training make it necessary that VA consider amending 
this regulation to make it easier to approve work- experience courses.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG95
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3565.  RESERVISTS' EDUCATION: IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF 
DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR 1994

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 103-160

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7540; 38 CFR 21.7670; 38 CFR 21.7722

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Defense Authorization Act for 1994 contains 
a provision permitting graduate training under the Montgomery GI Bill - 
Selected Reserve. Several regulations governing that program have to be 
amended to bring them into agreement with the new provision of the law.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG96
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3566. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--SERVICE 
CONTRACTING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 837

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Department of Veterans Affairs regulation will provide 
coverage regarding service contracts in accordance with recently issued 
OFPP policy letters.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Sherry Patton, Procurement Analyst (95A), Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Ofc of Acquisition and Materiel Mgmt, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5001

RIN: 2900-AC86
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3567. ACQUISITION REGULATION: CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 40 USC 486(c); 42 USC 2453(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 809

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment makes administrative changes regarding the VA 
procedures for making debarment and suspension decisions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Sherry Patton, Procurement Analyst (95A), Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Ofc of Acquisition and Materiel Mgmt, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5001

RIN: 2900-AE16
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3568. DEPARTMENT OF VA ACQUISITION REGULATION- CHANGES TO SYNOPSIZING 
PROCEDURES, BOND REQUIREMENTS, PROCUREMENT OF ARCHITECT-ENGINEER 
SERVICES, & CONTRACT CLAUSES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 805; 48 CFR 828; 48 CFR 836; 48 CFR 852

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This change will delete duplicative coverage; update 
organizational titles; add an appropriate prescription for a contract 
clause; revise a contract clause; and remove an inappropriate contract 
clause. Additionally, this change will simplify the architect-engineer 
selection process.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Lisa Russell, Procurement Analyst (95A), Acquisition 
and Materiel Management, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5001

RIN: 2900-AG40
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3569. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--CONTRACT 
MODIFICATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 843

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This change will add regulations to clarify existing guidance 
on contract modifications.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Lisa Russell, Senior Procurement Ananyst, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 
233-5001

RIN: 2900-AG64
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3570. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--LOAN 
GUARANTY AND VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AND COUNSELING PROGRAMS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 871

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This change will increase the amount which property holders 
and management brokers may spend for emergency repairs. Title changes 
and deletion of duplicative coverage are also being made.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Lisa Russell, Senior Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 
233-5001

RIN: 2900-AG65
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3571. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--DEPARTMENT 
OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATIONS SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 48 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 801

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This change will make VA Acquisition Regulation part 801 
consistent with the Federal Acquisition Regulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Sherry Patton, Senior Procurement Analyst, Department 
of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 
233-5001

RIN: 2900-AG66
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3572. APPEALS REGULATIONS; RULES OF PRACTICE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 7105; 38 USC 7105(d)(3) to 7105(d)(5); 38 USC 
501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 2.66; 38 CFR 19.30; 38 CFR 19.35; 38 CFR 20.202

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Board of Veterans' Appeals will be revising its Appeals 
Regulations and Rules of Practice to refine them in light of experience 
and to improve the efficiency of the appellate process. No alternatives 
are available. These revisions will not entail any costs to the 
Government other than the costs normally associated with drafting, 
agency review, and publication. Costs to public, if any, have not yet 
been determined.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, Counsel to the Chairman (01C), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Board of Veterans' Appeals, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2978

RIN: 2900-AF54
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3573. RULES OF PRACTICE; REPRESENTATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 5901; 38 USC 5904; 38 USC 7105(b)(2); 38 USC 
5902; 38 USC 5905; 38 USC 5903

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 20.603; 38 CFR 20.606; 38 CFR 20.609; 38 CFR 
20.610; 38 CFR 20.611

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will amend the Rules of Practice of the Board 
of Veterans' Appeals relating to representatives to refine them in 
light of experience and to improve the efficiency of the appellate 
process. No alternatives are available. These revisions will not entail 
any costs to the public or the Government other than the costs normally 
associated with drafting, agency review, and publication.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, Counsel to the Chairman (01C), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-2978

RIN: 2900-AG08
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3574. APPEALS REGULATIONS; RULES OF PRACTICE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 7102; 38 USC 7103; 38 USC 7110; 38 USC 7104(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 19.11; 38 CFR 20.1303

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will amend the appeals regulations and the 
rules of practice of the Board of Veterans Appeals to refine them in 
light of experience and to improve the efficiency of the appellate 
process. No alternatives are available. These revisions will not entail 
any costs to the public or the Government other than the costs normally 
associated with drafting, agency review, and publication.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, Counsel to the Chairman (01C), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-2978

RIN: 2900-AG09
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3575.  RULES OF PRACTICE: MEDICAL OPINIONS

Legal Authority:  38 USC 5107(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 20.901; 38 CFR 20.903

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Board of Veterans' Appeals will revise its Rules of 
Practice concerning obtaining medical opinions to include its practice 
of obtaining medical opinions from physicians who are medical advisers 
to the Board. No other alternatives are available. This revision will 
not entail any costs normally associated with drafting, agency review, 
and publication. The benefit will be increased clarification of the 
sources of medical opinions available to the Board.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, Counsel to the Chairman (01C), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Board of Veterans Appeals, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2978

RIN: 2900-AG90
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    BOARD OF CONTRACT APPEALS/CONTRACT APPEALS BOARD

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3576. RULES OF PRACTICE; HEARINGS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 7102; 38 USC 7104; 38 USC 
7105(a); 38 USC 7105A; 38 USC 7110; 38 USC 5711; 38 USC 7102(c)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 20.3; 38 CFR 20.700; 38 CFR 20.702; 38 CFR 
20.703; 38 CFR 20.704; 38 CFR 20.707; 38 CFR 20.710; 38 CFR 20.711; 38 
CFR 20.713; 38 CFR 20.714; 38 CFR 20.716; 38 CFR 20.717; 38 CFR 20.1003

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will amend the Rules of Practice of the Board 
of Veterans' Appeals concerning hearings to refine them in light of 
experience and to improve the efficiency of the appellate process. No 
alternatives are available. These revisions will not entail any costs 
to the Government other than the costs normally associated with 
drafting, agency review, and publication. These revisions will not 
entail any costs to the public.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, Counsel to the Chairman (01C), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-2978

RIN: 2900-AG07
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3577. REVOCATION OF DELEGATION TO ISSUE SUBPOENAS PURSUANT TO 38 USC 3311 
AND SPECIFY PERMISSIBLE METHODS OF SERVICE

Legal Authority:  38 USC 210(c)(1)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 2.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Cases have held that the head of an agency may not lawfully 
delegate to, or expand the authority to subpoena documents of, the 
Offices of Inspector General established under the Inspector General 
Act. (The VA Inspector General was established under that Act.) Thus, 
the delegation of subpoena authority under 38 CFR 2.1 does not comport 
with law and should be changed. Current regulations do not specify the 
method of service. This amendment would rescind this delegation and 
incorporate into 38 CFR 2.1 information on methods of service of 
administrative subpoenas, as other agencies do on exercising subpoena 
power. It would provide needed guidance to VA officials and the public 
on proper service of subpoenas.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Audley Hendricks/Neal Lawson, Assistant General 
Counsels (023)/(024), Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of the 
General Counsel, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 523-
3523

RIN: 2900-AE77
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES POLICIES AND OVERSIGHT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3578.  WAIVER: ERRONEOUS PAYMENT OF PAY AND ALLOWANCES

Legal Authority:  5 USC 5584

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.963(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This revision will comply with amendment to 5 USC 5584 and to 
GAO implementing regulations 4 CFR parts 91 and 92.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Peter Mulhern, Analyst (047G7), Department of Veterans 
Affairs, Office of Finalcial Management, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-5570

RIN: 2900-AG94
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                 Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
___________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF POLICY AND PLANNING

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3579. STANDARDS FOR PROGRAM EVALUATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 210(c); 38 USC 219

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Due to the realignment of the program evaluation function and 
the reduction of resources dedicated to that function, the conduct of 
program evaluations will be reevaluated and alternatives explored which 
will better meet the needs of the VA in assessing the effectiveness of 
its programs. Regulations will be proposed to implement these changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lois A. Shuck, Director, Management Analysis & Reports 
Division (008B3), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5212

RIN: 2900-AE30
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  

    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3580. CONFIDENTIALITY OF CERTAIN MEDICAL RECORDS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 7332

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.460-499

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations address the confidentiality of VA records 
pertaining to drug abuse, alcoholism or alcohol abuse, infection with 
the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and sickle cell anemia 
treatment, rehabilitation, education, training, evaluation and research 
information.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/93                    58 FR 39706
NPRM Comment Period End         09/07/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: NOTE: This rule was incorrectly listed as 
completed in the October 1993 Unified Agenda.

Agency Contact: Harold Ramsey, Medical Administration Specialist, 
Medical Administration Service (161B4), Department of Veterans Affairs, 
Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 535-7657

RIN: 2900-AE28
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  

    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3581. HEALTH PROFESSIONALS' EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 96-330; 38 USC 76; PL 101-366; PL 102-405

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.613; 38 CFR 17.614; 38 CFR 17.615; 38 CFR 
17.616; 38 CFR 17.617; 38 CFR 17.618; 38 CFR 17.607(c)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA is amending its Medical regulations by adding new sections 
to implement the provisions of Pub. L. 101-366. Section 205 of that law 
creates the ``Stipend Program for Members of the Selected Reserve'' 
codified at 38 U.S.C., chapter 76, subchapter V. Public Law 102-405, 
section 202, changes the minimum period of service obligation from one 
year to two years.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/29/92                    57 FR 33471
NPRM Comment Period End         09/28/92
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charlotte F. Beason, ED.D., Director, Associated Health 
Professions, Education Program Service (143A), Department of Veterans 
Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7527

RIN: 2900-AF87
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  

    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3582. CONFIDENTIALITY OF HEALTH CARE QUALITY ASSURANCE REVIEWS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 5705

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.500 to 1.541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will amend and update current VA regulations 
to more accurately reflect Medical Quality Assurance activities in the 
Veterans' Health Administration.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/20/93                    58 FR 44313
NPRM Comment Period End         09/20/93
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Galen L. Barbour, M.D. (15), CMD for Quality 
Management, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7330

RIN: 2900-AG01
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  

    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3583. CONTRACT PROGRAM FOR VETERANS WITH ALCOHOL AND DRUG DEPENDENCY 
DISORDERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.53(b)(1)(i); 38 CFR 17.53c(a)(1)(i)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs proposes to amend its 
medical regulations to adopt the latest edition of the Life Safety Code 
for the contract program for veterans with alcohol and drug dependency 
disorders.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51799
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/93
Final Action                    08/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Karen Boies, Ph.D, Deputy Associate Director for 
Addictive, Disorders and Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 
535-7316

RIN: 2900-AG58
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  

    VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3584.  TRAVEL AUTHORITY FOR BENEFICIARIES RECEIVING PENSION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.100(c)(3)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The amendment will correct an error made when the Department 
last promulgated regulations pertaining to this program in 1991. 
Specifically, beneficiaries who are in receipt of pension are subject 
to the travel deductible.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Monica J. Wilkins, Medical Administration Program 
Specialist, (161B1), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-
7439

RIN: 2900-AG72
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3585. FULL DISCLOSURE OF BENEFICIARY'S INCOME AND ASSETS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 99-576, Sec 505; 38 USC 5502

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 13.58(b)(2)(iii); 38 CFR 13.59(a); 38 CFR 
13.100(a)(1); 38 CFR 13.102(b); 38 CFR 13.104(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Federally appointed fiduciaries are not required, except 
under very specific circumstances, to divulge non-VA income and assets 
belonging to the incompetent beneficiary. It is difficult to assess 
whether the fiduciary is using the beneficiary's VA assets 
appropriately unless placed in the context of total income and assets 
available. The purpose of these changes is to lessen the potential for 
fraud, waste and abuse. 38 CFR 13.58(b)(2) and 13.59(a) detail the 
responsibilities of legal custodians and court-appointed guardians 
respectively. They would be amended to require the reporting of non-VA 
assets. 38 CFR 13.100(a)(1) defines the authority of the Veterans 
Services Officer to supervise fiduciaries. The intended change would 
permit the Veterans Services Officer to request non-VA financial 
information from fiduciaries. 38 CFR 13.102(b) and 13.104(b) define the 
accountability of legal custodians and court-appointed guardians 
respectively. The intended change requires disclosure of non-VA 
financial information.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/26/94                     59 FR 3659
NPRM Comment Period End         03/28/94
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ronal Weaver, Program Analyst (273), Department of 
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-5291

RIN: 2900-AD35
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3586. LOAN GUARANTY: TITLE EVIDENCE REQUIREMENTS AND OCCUPANCY 
REQUIREMENTS FOR CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTIES TO VA

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 3703(c)(1); 38 USC 3720

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 36.4320

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Present regulations give loan holders a choice of various 
forms of title evidence when conveying a property to the Secretary of 
Veterans Affairs. The regulations will be amended to authorize the 
Secretary to specify the title documentation necessary for conveyance 
of properties to the Secretary and establish a date by which such title 
evidence must be received. The amendment will also provide that the 
property must be vacant when conveyed to VA unless occupied by someone 
properly in possession by virtue of a redemption period or as otherwise 
directed by the Secretary.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/06/90                    55 FR 31847
NPRM Comment Period End         10/05/90                    55 FR 35325
NPRM Comment Period Extended    10/05/90                    55 FR 35325
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Leonard A. Levy, Assistant Director for Loan Management 
(261), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3668

RIN: 2900-AE20
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3587. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.100; 38 CFR 4.101; 38 CFR 4.102; 38 CFR 4.103; 
38 CFR 4.104

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the cardiovascular 
system.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/26/90                     55 FR 6658
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/27/90                     55 FR 6658
NPRM                            01/19/93                     58 FR 4954
NPRM Comment Period End         03/22/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, M.D., Consultant, Regulations Staff 
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3005

RIN: 2900-AE40
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3588. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.119

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the endocrine system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/26/90                     55 FR 6658
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/27/90                     55 FR 6658
NPRM                            01/22/93                     58 FR 5691
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, M.D., Consultant, Regulations Staff 
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3005

RIN: 2900-AE41
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3589. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE GYNECOLOGICAL SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.116; 38 CFR 4.116(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the gynecological 
system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/20/90                    55 FR 33924
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/19/90                    55 FR 33924
NPRM                            03/26/92                    57 FR 10450
NPRM Comment Period End         04/27/92
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, M.D., Consultant, Regulations Staff 
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3005

RIN: 2900-AE72
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3590. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the muscular system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/08/90                    55 FR 46950
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/07/91
NPRM                            06/16/93                    58 FR 33235
NPRM Comment Period End         07/16/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AE89
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3591. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.96; 38 CFR 4.97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the respiratory 
system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/08/91                      56 FR 667
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/11/91
NPRM                            01/19/93                     58 FR 4962
NPRM Comment Period End         03/22/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AE94
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3592. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--SYSTEMIC CONDITIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.88; 38 CFR 4.88a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate systemic conditions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/25/91                     56 FR 2884
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/26/91
NPRM                            04/30/93                    58 FR 26083
NPRM Comment Period End         06/29/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AE95
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3593. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE SKIN

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.118

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate skin conditions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/91                    56 FR 20171
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/01/91
NPRM                            01/19/93                     58 FR 4969
NPRM Comment Period End         03/22/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF00
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3594. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE HEMIC AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.117

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments will contain additions, deletions and 
revisions of terminology resulting from a systematic review of the 
medical criteria used to evaluate disabilities of the hemic and 
lymphatic systems.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/91                    56 FR 20168
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/01/91
NPRM                            04/30/93                    58 FR 26080
NPRM Comment Period End         05/31/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF02
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3595. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; CHANGE OF PROGRAM OF EDUCATION

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3691

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7614

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs Nurse Pay Act of 1990 
contains a section which affects most of the educational programs VA 
administers. The section revises the rules for determining whether an 
individual can change programs of education. The regulation governing 
changes of programs of education for reservists receiving benefits 
under the Montgomery GI Bill--Selected Reserve must be changed in order 
to bring it into agreement with the law.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/14/92                    57 FR 47023
NPRM Comment Period End         11/13/92                    57 FR 47023
Final Action                    09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF10
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3596. DISABILITY OR DEATH FROM HOSPITALIZATION, MEDICAL OR SURGICAL 
TREATMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.358(c)(3)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These changes to regulations will expand benefit eligibility 
for disability or death resulting from VA hospital, medical or surgical 
treatment, or vocational rehabilitation programs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/08/91                    56 FR 30893
NPRM Comment Period End         08/07/91


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF27
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3597. VETERANS' BENEFITS; ELIGIBILITY FOR THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL--ACTIVE 
DUTY

Legal Authority:  PL 101-510

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7020; 38 CFR 21.7042; 38 CFR 21.7044; 38 CFR 
21.7045; 38 CFR 21.7072; 38 CFR 21.7073; 38 CFR 21.7136

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: PL 101-510 contains several provisions that affect 
eligibility for the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty. The law looks 
forward to the time when the Armed Forces will be reduced in size 
through reductions in force, and provides a way for those affected by 
the reductions to become eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill - Active 
Duty. The Regulations governing eligibility and entitlement for that 
benefit must be revised to agree with the law.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/23/93                    58 FR 39488
NPRM Comment Period End         08/23/93
Final Action                    07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF30
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3598. LOAN GUARANTY; CREDIT UNDERWRITING STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES FOR 
PROCESSING VA GUARANTEED LOANS

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 3703(c)(1); 38 USC 3710(g)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4337

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Loan Guaranty regulations are being amended to update the 
residual income guidelines of the credit underwriting standards, to add 
guidelines for underwriting cases involving foreclosures and federally-
related debts, to provide more specific time frames for determinations 
regarding employment, and to further clarify the use of compensating 
factors in underwriting VA-guaranteed home loans.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/29/93                    58 FR 50875
NPRM Comment Period End         10/29/93
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Judith A. Caden, Assistant Director for Loan Policy 
(264), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3042

RIN: 2900-AF39
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3599. IMPLEMENTING STATUTORY CHANGES

Legal Authority:  PL 102-16

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.40; 38 CFR 21.100; 38 CFR 21.260; 38 CFR 
21.4140; 38 CFR 21.4101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs is revising its 
regulations to conform to changes in the Veterans Education and 
Employment Programs Amendments. These amendments allow VA to provide 
vocational rehabilitation programs for disabled servicepersons who are 
inpatients or outpatients at military or nonmilitary hospitals and to 
pay the same rate of subsistence allowance to veterans in nonpay on-job 
training programs in State, local and Federal agencies. These statutory 
changes also broaden eligibility for counseling services to include 
servicepersons and veterans who are not eligible for assistance under 
VA educational assistance programs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Graffamn, Veterans Claims Examiner (281), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-6495

RIN: 2900-AF48
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3600. SERVICE-DISABLED VETERANS' INSURANCE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 102-86, sec 201; PL 102-86, sec 202

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 8.0 (Revision); 38 CFR 8.23 (Revision); 38 CFR 
8.77 (Revision); 38 CFR 8.80 (Revision); 38 CFR 8.116 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 201 of Pub. L. 102-86 increased the Service-Disabled 
Veterans' Insurance (S-DVI) eligibility period to two years. Section 
202 mandates that S-DVI gratuitous benefits be paid in a lump sum. 
Regulations are being amended to reflect these changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer, Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, P.O. Box 8047, Philadelphia, 
PA 19101, 215 951-5710

RIN: 2900-AF69
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3601. INTEREST ON PREMIUMS IN ARREARS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1908

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 8.22 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The interest rate charged on National Service Life Insurance 
premiums in arrears is being increased to 7 1/2 percent per annum to 
coincide with the discount that is given premiums that are paid in 
advance.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer, Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, P.O. Box 8047, Philadelphia, 
PA 19101, 215 951-5710

RIN: 2900-AF71
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3602. PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS AND APPELLANT RIGHTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will clarify that a claimant hearing will not 
normally be scheduled solely for the purpose of receiving argument by a 
claimant's representative, and that a claimant is expected to be 
present at the hearing.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/15/93                    58 FR 38103
NPRM Comment Period End         08/16/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF94
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3603. AMENDMENTS TO TRAINING AND REHABILITATION PROGRAMS

Legal Authority:  PL 102-568

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.40; 38 CFR 21.260; 38 CFR 21.6005; 38 CFR 
21.6042; 38 CFR 21.6050; 38 CFR 21.6052; 38 CFR 21.6054; 38 CFR 
21.6056; 38 CFR 21.6058; 38 CFR 21.6420; 38 CFR 21.6501; 38 CFR 
21.6503; 38 CFR 21.6505; 38 CFR 21.6507; 38 CFR 21.6523

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 extends the termination 
date for the program of vocational training for certain pensioners 
through December 31, 1995; makes permanent the programs protecting 
health care benefits for pensioners who lose their benefits due to 
income from work or training and the special counseling and employment 
services program for veterans with total disability ratings because of 
individual unemployability. In addition the law authorizes a 10 percent 
increase in subsistence allowance for participants in the vocational 
rehabilitation program, and extends eligibility for vocational 
rehabilitation to veterans with service-connected disability of 10 
percent under certain conditions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Graffam, Veterans Claims Examiner (281), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-6496

RIN: 2900-AG00
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3604. REVISED DEFINITION OF NET VALUE AND REVISED CRITERIA FOR PRE-
FORECLOSURE DEBT WAIVERS

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 3720(a); 38 USC 3732(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 36.4301; 38 CFR 36.4323

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing to amend its 
Loan Guaranty regulations to revise the definition of Property 
Improvements for purposes of determining the net value of a foreclosed 
property and to clarify VA's position on pre-foreclosure debt waivers 
for liable veterans in cases involving transferee defaults. These 
changes will account for actual property appraisal procedures and will 
clarify agency policy on pre-foreclosure debt waiver.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/22/93                    58 FR 49251
NPRM Comment Period End         10/22/19
Interim Final Rule              00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Len Levy, Assistant Director for Loan Management (261), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3042

RIN: 2900-AG20
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3605. PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS AND APPELLATE RIGHTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend regulations concerning procedural due process and 
appellate rights to add two exceptions to the general requirement that 
a pretermination/reduction notice must be sent to a claimant prior to 
accomplishing an action adversely affecting benefit payments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/15/93                    58 FR 38104
NPRM Comment Period End         08/16/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG28
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3606. CLAIMS BASED ON CHRONIC EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE TO VESICANT AGENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend regulations concerning compensation for disabilities 
or deaths resulting from the chronic effects of in-service exposure to 
mustard gas and other vesicant agents based upon a National Academy of 
Sciences study of the long-term health effects of exposure to vesicant 
agents commissioned by VA.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/24/94                     59 FR 3532
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/94
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG29
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3607. INCREASE IN AMOUNT OF VETERANS' MORTGAGE LIFE INSURANCE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 2106(b); PL 102-568

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 8.2; 38 CFR 8.4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 204 of Public Law 102-568 increases the amount of 
coverage available under the Veterans' Mortgage Life Insurance Program 
to $90,000. Regulations are being amended to reflect this change.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer, Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 13399, Philadelphia, 
PA 19101, 215 951-5710

RIN: 2900-AG36
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3608. SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICE-DISABLED VETERANS' INSURANCE (S-DVI)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1922(a); PL 102-568

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 8.0 (Revision); 38 CFR 8.2 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 203 of Public Law 102-568 provides supplemental S-DVI 
coverage of up to $20,000 to veterans eligible for a waiver of premium 
on their basic S-DVI coverage. Regulations are being amended to reflect 
this change.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer, Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 13399, Philadelphia, 
PA 19101, 215 951-5710

RIN: 2900-AG37
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3609. INCREASED COVERAGE FOR SERVICEMEN'S AND VETERANS' GROUP LIFE 
INSURANCE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1967; 38 USC 1977; PL 102-568

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 9.2 (Revision); 38 CFR 9.3 (Revision); 38 CFR 9.4 
(Revision); 38 CFR 9.6 (Revision); 38 CFR 9.8 (Revision); 38 CFR 9.24 
(Revision); 38 CFR 9.26 (Revision); 38 CFR 9.36 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 201 of Public Law 102-568 increases the maximum 
amount of coverage available under the Servicemen's Group Life 
Insurance program to $200,000. Section 202 increases the maximum amount 
of coverage available under the Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI) 
program to $200,000 and provides that coverage under the VGLI program 
shall be on a renewable five-year term basis. Regulations are being 
amended to reflect these changes.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer, Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 13399, Philadelphia, 
PA 19101, 215 951-5710

RIN: 2900-AG38
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3610. DISABILITY DUE TO IMPAIRED HEARING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.385

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment is necessary because the current regulation 
has been interpreted as overly broad with respect to determinations of 
service connection.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/16/93                    58 FR 48483
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG44
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3611. RADIOGENIC DISEASE PROVISIONS (URINARY TRACT DEFINITION)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.309(d)(2)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Veterans' Radiation Exposure Amendments of 1992, Public 
Law 102-578, added cancer of the urinary tract to the list of 
radiogenic conditions for which presumptive service connection is 
authorized, but did not indicate which entities should be considered 
part of the urinary tract. This amendment will define the meaning of 
``urinary tract'' for VA purposes.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51798
NPRM Comment Period End         11/30/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, M.D., Consultant, Regulations Staff 
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG46
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3612. EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.272(q)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will implement an opinion of VA's General 
Counsel that the portion of the cash surrender value of a life 
insurance policy which represents a return of premiums should not be 
considered income under VA's Improved Pension Program.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/17/93                    58 FR 65958
NPRM Comment Period End         02/25/94
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG47
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3613. RETURNED AND CANCELLED CHECKS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 5122

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.1003

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will assure that regulations clearly reflect 
the governing statutes as interpreted in a precedent of VA's General 
Counsel so that the amount represented by a benefit check received but 
unnegotiated prior to a beneficiary's death is properly distributed.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/03/93                    58 FR 46920
NPRM Comment Period End         10/04/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG51
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3614. CONTINUOUS COHABITATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 101(3); 38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.53(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment is necessary because the United States Court 
of Veterans Appeals invalidated a portion of 38 CFR 3.53(a) as 
exceeding the regulation-prescribing authority of the Secretary of 
Veterans Affairs under 38 USC 501(a).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG53
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3615. VETERANS' EDUCATION; FLIGHT TRAINING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3032; 38 USC 3231; 10 USC 2131

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.4263

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amended regulations permit pilot flight training 
pursuant to 14 CFR Part 61, conducted in flight simulators to be 
approved for purposes of VA-administered education benefits when such 
training is authorized by the FAA. These regulations will also provide 
for approval of solo flight training for education benefit purposes as 
authorized by the Veterans Benefits Act of 1992.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/22/93                    58 FR 49196
Final Action                    07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG54
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3616. INCREASE IN ATTORNEYS' FEES

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 3720(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 36.4276; 38 CFR 36.4313

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulations are being amended to increase from $700 to 
$850 the maximum allowable amount VA will reimburse a loan holder for 
the cost of trustee's fees and legal services incurred by the holder in 
liquidating a loan guaranteed by VA. Increasing the maximum allowable 
amount will make it easier for holders to retain experienced legal 
counsel to perform required foreclosures in a timely manner.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/22/93                    58 FR 49253
NPRM Comment Period End         10/22/93
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Leonard Levy, Asst. Dir. for Loan Management, (261), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20420, 202 233-3668

RIN: 2900-AG55
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3617. VETERANS EDUCATION: CLARIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR 
THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL - ACTIVE DUTY

Legal Authority:  38 USC 3011; 38 USC 3012; 38 USC 3018

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7042; 38 CFR 21.7044

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Generally, someone who receives a commission upon graduating 
from a service academy or who receives a commission upon completion of 
a program of educational assistance under the Reserve Officers Training 
Corps Scholarship Program is not eligible for educational assistance 
under the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty. However, this does not 
apply to those who already had established entitlement under this 
program before being commissioned. This proposal will make this policy 
clear to the public.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/29/93                    58 FR 50873
NPRM Comment Period End         10/29/93
Final Action                    07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG59
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3618. DISEASE ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO CERTAIN HERBICIDE AGENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 38 USC 1116

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.307(a); 38 CFR 3.309(e); 38 CFR 3.311(a); 38 
CFR 3.311(b)

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 3, 1994. Other, Statutory, 
September 27, 1993.
The subject decision was announced by the Secretary of VA on July 27, 
1993; PL 102-4 specifies that this proposed rule be published within 60 
days of the decision.

Abstract: This amendment is necessary to implement a decision of the 
Secretary of Veterans Affairs under the authority granted by the Agent 
Orange Act of 1991 that there is an association between exposure to 
herbicides used in the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam Era and 
the subsequent development of Hodgkins Disease and Porphyria Cutanea 
Tarda.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/28/93                    58 FR 50528
NPRM Comment Period End         10/29/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant, Regulations Staff 
(2211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG69
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3619.  DISEASE ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO CERTAIN HERBICIDE 
AGENTS (MULTIPLE MYELOMA AND RESPIRATORY CANCERS)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 1116

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.307(a); 38 CFR 3.309(e)

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, May 4, 1994.

Abstract: This amendment implements a decision of the Secretary of 
Veterans Affairs that there is a positive association between exposure 
to herbicides used in the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam era 
and the subsequent development of Multiple Myeloma and Respiratory 
Cancers.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., Consultant Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG73
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3620.  DEPENDENTS' EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE; CERTIFICATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a); 38 USC 1160

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.807(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment implements a recent decision of the United 
States Court of Veterans Appeals that Dependents' Educational 
Assistance Eligibility is established where a permanent total service-
connected disability is assigned to the veteran for loss of use of 
paired extremities or organs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG74
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3621.  ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE CERTIFIED UNDER SECTION 401 OF 
PUBLIC LAW 95-202

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 95-202, sec 401

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.7(x)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment implements decisions of the Secretary of the 
Air Force that the service of the group known as ``US Civilian Flight 
Crew and aviation Ground Support Employees of Northwest Airlines, who 
Served Overseas as a Result of Northwest Airline's contract with the 
Air Transport Command During the Period December 14, 1941 through 
August 14, 1945'' and the Group known as ``U.S. Civilian Female 
Employees of the U.S. Army Nurse Corps while Serving in the Defense of 
Bataan and Corregidor during the Period January 2, 1942 through 
February 3, 1945'' constitutes active military service in the Armed 
Forces of the United States for purposes of all laws administered by 
VA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG81
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3622.  EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME (TRIBAL TRUST LAND INCOME)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 103-66, sec 13736

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.262; 38 CFR 3.272

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment implements the provisions of Public Law 103-66 
which exclude from countable income under federal programs up to $2,000 
per year of income received by an American Indian beneficiary from 
trust or restricted lands.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG83
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3623.  CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501(a)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.88

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA has amended its schedule for rating disabilities (38 CFR 
Part 4) to add a diagnostic code and evaluation criteria for chronic 
fatigue syndrome, a condition which is currently being diagnosed in 
veterans and for which there is no closely analogous condition in the 
schedule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, M.D., Consultant, Regulations Staff 
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits 
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-
3005

RIN: 2900-AG86
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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3624.  SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES: GENITAL URINARY SYSTEM 
(SPECIAL MONTHLY COMPENSATION)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 1155

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment adds a note at the beginning of 4.115(b) 
requiring rating specialists to refer to 3.350 when they evaluate a 
claim involving loss or loss of use of a creative organ, and adds 
asterisks at rediagnostic codes where entitlement to special monthly 
compensation is for review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG97
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

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3625. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--SERVICE 
CONTRACTING AND CONTRACT CLAUSES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 837; 48 CFR 852

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This change will implement a class deviation from Federal 
Acquisition Regulation (FAR) section 37.401(c) and FAR Clause 52.237-7.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/22/93                    58 FR 54548
NPRM Comment Period End         12/20/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Patricia Viverette, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 
233-5001

RIN: 2900-AG67
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS

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3626. APPEALS REGULATIONS; RULES OF PRACTICE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 501; 38 USC 511; 38 USC 512; 38 USC 512(a); 38 
USC 5903 to 5905; 38 USC 7102 to 7105; 38 USC 7109(c)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 19.3 (Revision); 38 CFR 19.10; 38 CFR 19.15 
(Revision; 38 CFR 19.39; 38 CFR 20.3; 38 CFR 20.101 (Revision); 38 CFR 
20.102 (Revision); 38 CFR 20.201 (Revision); 38 CFR 20.605 (Revision); 
38 CFR 20.609 (Revision); 38 CFR 20.903 (Revision); 38 CFR 20.1000; 38 
CFR 20.1001; 38 CFR 20.1002; 38 CFR 20.1100 (Revision); ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Board of Veterans Appeals will be further revising a 
recent restructuring of its Appeals Regulations and Rules of Practice 
(54 FR 34334) in order to address questions which have arisen since 
that restructuring was proposed. No other alternatives are available. 
These additional revisions will not entail any costs to the public or 
to the Government other than the costs normally associated with 
drafting, agency review, and publication.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/03/92                     57 FR 4131
NPRM Comment Period End         03/04/92


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: These proposed regulations were previously a 
part of RIN 2900-AE02.

Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, Counsel to the Chairman (01C), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Board of Veterans Appeals, 810 Vermont 
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2978

RIN: 2900-AE78
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3627. RULES OF PRACTICE; ATTORNEYS' AND AGENTS' FEES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 5904(c)(3); 38 USC 501

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 20.609

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will amend the rules of practice of the Board 
of Veterans' Appeals concerning fees of attorneys and agents to reflect 
changes to 38 USC 5904(c) resulting from section 303 of Public Law 102-
405. No alternatives are available. These revisions will not entail any 
costs other than those normally associated with drafting, agency 
review, and publication.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/07/93                    58 FR 47100
NPRM Comment Period End         10/07/93
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, Counsel to the Chairman (01C), Board 
of Veterans Appeals, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-2978

RIN: 2900-AG42
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    OFFICE OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3628. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX UNDER FEDERALLY ASSISTED 
EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  20 USC 1681 et seq; 38 USC 210(a); EO 12250; EO 12067

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To establish standards and procedures for enforcing title IX 
of the Education Amendments of 1972 in educational programs and 
activities receiving Federal financial assistance from VA. Title IX 
prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex. There are no alternatives 
to the issuance of the regulations. Participants, potential 
participants and the public in general will benefit from Federally 
assisted programs provided free from prohibited discrimination based on 
sex.
This originally appeared as a proposed rule in the Federal Register of 
April 25, 1979 (44 FR 24320). Because of the extended time frame due to 
internal agency consultation with the Department of Justice, the 
Department is planning to repropose these regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: R. Lamont Johnson, External Program Manager, 
Affirmative Employment Service (06A1), Department of Veterans Affairs, 
Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3887

RIN: 2900-AB51
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ACQUISITION AND FACILITIES

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3629. OPERATION OF CHILD CARE CENTERS AT VA FACILITIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 4209

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17.162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 4209 of title 38 authorizes the Veterans Canteen 
Service to operate child care centers at VA facilities. The centers 
will be established based on the demand for care and to the extent that 
such operation is practical and in the best interest of VA. The centers 
will be available for the children of VA employees and, to the extent 
space is available, the children of other Federal and Department of 
Veterans Affairs affiliated employees. Also, these centers should 
provide an incentive for personnel recruitment. The regulations will 
prescribe the requirements and standards for the operation of VA child 
care centers.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/27/89                    54 FR 53078
NPRM Comment Period End         01/26/90                    54 FR 53078
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jonathan Gardner, Director of Field Support (133), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, 810 
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 535-7905

RIN: 2900-AD48
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
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    OFFICE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES POLICIES AND OVERSIGHT

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3630. RELEASE OF VA LISTS OF NAMES AND ADDRESSES AND PENALTY PROCEDURES 
FOR UNAUTHORIZED USE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 5701(f)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.519

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA is amending the existing regulations concerning VA lists 
of names and addresses and is also proposing administrative procedures 
to use when these lists are used for purposes not authorized by law. 
This action results from the need to amend the regulations to reflect 
current procedures, organizational changes, and concern expressed by 
veterans and some service organizations regarding unsolicited mail. The 
proposed regulatory amendments will allow VA to enforce its statutory 
duty to protect the privacy of information concerning veterans and 
their dependents, establish procedures to suspend recipients who misuse 
VA name and address lists of veterans/dependents, and give advance 
notice to recipients of what constitutes an authorized/unauthorized use 
of veterans/dependents names and address lists, thereby protecting the 
due process rights of any recipient before penalties are enforced.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/19/87                     52 FR 8624
NPRM Comment Period End         04/20/87                     52 FR 8624
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barbara Epps, Records Management Service (723), 
Department of Veterans Affairs, Ofc. of Info. Resources Policies & 
Oversight, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3648

RIN: 2900-AC63
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES POLICIES AND OVERSIGHT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3631. NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  31 USC 1352

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation implements section 319 of Public Law 101-121. 
Section 319 generally prohibits recipients of Federal contracts, 
grants, and loans from using appropriated funds for lobbying the 
executive or legislative branches of the Federal Government in 
connection with a specific contract, grant or loan. Section 319 also 
requires that each person who requests or receives a Federal contract, 
grant, cooperative agreement, loan, or a Federal commitment to insure 
or guaranty a loan, must disclose lobbying.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/26/90                     55 FR 6752


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: B. Michael Berger, Director, Records Management Service 
(723), Department of Veterans Affairs, Ofc. of Info. Resources Policies 
& Oversight, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3616

RIN: 2900-AE74
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES POLICIES AND OVERSIGHT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3632. FOIA: RECEIPT OF ELECTRONICALLY TRANSMITTED FACSIMILE REQUEST OR 
APPEAL; TIME LIMIT ON RIGHT OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL; AND NO RECORD AS 
ADVERSE DETERMINATION

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552; 38 USC 5701

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.519; 38 CFR 1.553; 38 CFR 1.557

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA is amending its information access regulations to: (1) 
clarify procedures for initial requests and appeals received under FOIA 
and 38 USC 5701 which are received by facsimile, (2) view a ``no 
record'' response to FOIA requests as an adverse determination 
requiring notification of appeal rights; and (3) establish a time limit 
on the right of appeal of initial denial under FOIA. Technical 
amendments are being made to update the organizational titles contained 
in regulation 38 CFR 1.519 to reflect the current organization and to 
update references to citations in 38 USC to reflect changes made by 
Pub. L. 102-40.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marjorie Leandri, Chief, Records & Reports Mgmt. Div. 
(723), Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Info Resources 
Policies, Oversight, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 
233-2454

RIN: 2900-AF62
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

    OFFICE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES POLICIES AND OVERSIGHT

_________________________________________________________________________
 
3633.  CONTACT PERSON FOR MISSING CHILDREN: OFFICIAL MAIL PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  5 USC 5584; 38 USC 3720; 38 USC 5302

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 1.701; 38 CFR 1.702; 38 CFR 1.703; 38 CFR 1.705

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs is amending its 
regulations on use of official mail in location and recovery of missing 
children and this amendment simply will update information such as 
contact person, cost and percentage estimates for printing and 
administrative costs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patti Viers, Chief, Forms & Correspondence Division, 
(723), Department of Veterans Affairs, Ofc. of Info. Resources Policies 
& Oversight, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 233-3172

RIN: 2900-AG75
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3634. REPORTING HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONERS TO STATE LICENSING BOARDS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 47

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/16/93                    58 FR 48455
Final Action Effective          09/16/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ruth-Ann Phelps, Ph.D., 202 535-7327

RIN: 2900-AE27
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3635. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES; GENITOURINARY SYSTEM DISABILITIES

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.115; 38 CFR 4.115a

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/18/94                     59 FR 2523

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AE11
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3636. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS, MONTGOMERY GI BILL 
--SELECTED RESERVE

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7532

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/05/93                    58 FR 51780
Final Action Effective          10/05/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AE49
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3637. VETERANS' EDUCATION; STANDARDIZATION OF PROGRAMS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7032; 38 CFR 21.3032; 38 CFR 21.7320

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action Appeared in the 
Federal Register under 2900-AG0312/02/93                    58 FR 63529
Final Action Effective          01/03/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AE82
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3638. VETERANS' EDUCATION; NONDUPLICATION OF BENEFITS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7142; 38 CFR 21.4025

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/03/93                    58 FR 46866
Final Action Effective          10/04/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3639. VETERANS' EDUCATION; INCREASE IN RATES PAYABLE IN THE EDUCATIONAL 
ASSISTANCE TEST PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.5820; 38 CFR 21.5822

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/29/93                    38 FR 50844
Final Action Effective          10/01/90

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF36
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3640. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES; DENTAL AND ORAL CONDITIONS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 4.150

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/18/94                     59 FR 2529

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John L. Roberts, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF41
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3641. UPDATING REHABILITATION CRITERIA

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.194; 38 CFR 21.196

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/29/93                    58 FR 68766
Final Action Effective          01/28/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Graffam, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF49
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3642. CLAIMS BASED ON EXPOSURE TO HERBICIDES CONTAINING DIOXIN 
(PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY/LUNG CANCER)

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.311(a)

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/27/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steven Thornberry, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AF57
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3643. VETERANS' EDUCATION; CHANGING PROGRAMS FOR POST-VIETNAM VETERANS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.5232

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/03/93                    58 FR 46865
Final Action Effective          06/01/91

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF59
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3644. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; IMPLEMENTATION OF THE VETERANS' EDUCATIONAL 
ASSISTANCE AMENDMENTS OF 1991

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.7520; 38 CFR 21.7550; 38 CFR 21.7570; 38 CFR 
21.7576; 38 CFR 21.7635; 38 CFR 21.7639

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/05/93                    58 FR 51781
Final Action Effective          08/01/90

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AF78
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3645. ZERO PERCENT DISABILITY EVALUATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.357; 38 CFR 4.31

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/06/93                    58 FR 52017

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Roberts, 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG10
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3646. LOAN GUARANTY: LIMITED DENIAL OF PARTICIPATION IN THE LOAN GUARANTY 
PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 36.4233; 38 CFR 36.4235; 38 CFR 36.4331; 38 CFR 
36.4341; 38 CFR 36.4361; 38 CFR 44.700; 38 CFR 44.705; 38 CFR 44.710; 
38 CFR 44.711; 38 CFR 44.712; 38 CFR 44.713

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/16/93                    58 FR 60384
Final Action Effective          12/16/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Judith Caden, 202 233-3042

RIN: 2900-AG13
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3647. DIRECT LOANS TO NATIVE AMERICAN VETERANS ON TRUST LANDS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 36.4501; 38 CFR 36.4527; 38 CFR 36.4500

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/10/93                    58 FR 59658
Final Action Effective          11/10/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Judith A. Caden, 202 233-3042

RIN: 2900-AG19
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3648. PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS AND APPELLATE RIGHTS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.105(a)

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Merged with RIN 2900-AG77       02/10/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG33
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3649. DETERMINATION OF BASIC ELIGIBILITY

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 21.50

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Robert Lawson, 202 233-6494

RIN: 2900-AG35
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3650. AGGRAVATION OF PRESERVICE DISABILITY

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.306(b)(2)

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/29/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG45
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3651. PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS AND APPELLATE RIGHTS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 3.103(f)

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/09/93                    58 FR 59365

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., 202 233-3005

RIN: 2900-AG57
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3652. VETERANS EDUCATION: END OF TRAINING UNDER THE VETERANS JOB TRAINING 
ACT

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 2.99; 38 CFR 21.4135; 38 CFR 21.4600; 38 CFR 
21.4602; 38 CFR 21.4610; 38 CFR 21.4612; 38 CFR 21.4620; 38 CFR 
21.4622; 38 CFR 21.4623; 38 CFR 21.4624; 38 CFR 21.4630; 38 CFR 
21.4631; 38 CFR 21.4632; 38 CFR 21.4634; 38 CFR 21.4640

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Published as RIN 2900-AG77.     12/22/93                    58 FR 67691

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG62
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3653.  VETERANS' EDUCATION; VETERANS' JOB TRAINING ACT

Legal Authority:  PL 98-77

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 2.99; 38 CFR 21.4135; 38 CFR 21.4600; 38 CFR 
21.4602; 38 CFR 21.4610; 38 CFR 21.4612; 38 CFR 21.4620; 38 CFR 
21.4622; 38 CFR 21.4623; 38 CFR 21.4624; 38 CFR 21.4630; 38 CFR 
21.4631; 38 CFR 21.4632; 38 CFR 21.4634; 38 CFR 21.4640

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: VA has rescinded all rules and regulations relating to or 
implementing the Veterans Job Training Act. The Veterans Job Training 
Act was enacted in 1983; it provided payment to employers who provided 
job training for certain Korean Conflict Veterans and Vietnam Era 
veterans. Payments were made when employers submitted periodic 
certifications of training. New funding has not been provided for this 
program. VA has not accepted any employer's certification after 
September 30, 1993. Thus, there is no longer any need for these 
regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/22/93                    58 FR 67691
Final Action Effective          01/21/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and 
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans 
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 
202 233-2092

RIN: 2900-AG77
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3654. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION- CHANGES TO 
SOLICITATION PROVISIONS, CONTRACT CLAUSES AND THEIR PRESCRIPTIONS

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 814; 48 CFR 833; 48 CFR 836; 48 CFR 852

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/21/93                    58 FR 48973
Final Action Effective          09/21/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Lisa Russell, 202 233-5001

RIN: 2900-AC87
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3655. ACQUISITION REGULATION--SEALED BIDDING

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 814

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Lisa Russell, 202 233-5001

RIN: 2900-AE17
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3656. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--FOREIGN 
ACQUISITION AND CONTRACT CLAUSE

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 825; 48 CFR 852

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Patricia A. Viverette, 202 233-5001

RIN: 2900-AG39
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3657. ESTABLISHING BILLING RATES FOR RECOVERING THE COSTS OF PROVIDING 
AMBULATORY SURGICAL PROCEDURES

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 17

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/26/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William Gilfillan, 202 233-8284

RIN: 2900-AF83
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3658. TESTIMONY OF DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL AND PRODUCTION OF DEPARTMENT 
RECORDS IN LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 14.801 (New); 38 CFR 14.802; 38 CFR 14.803; 38 
CFR 14.804; 38 CFR 14.805; 38 CFR 14.806; 38 CFR 14.807; 38 CFR 14.808; 
38 CFR 14.809; 38 CFR 14.810

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/11/94                     59 FR 6564
Final Action Effective          03/14/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Audley Hendricks/Neal Lawson, 202 523-3523

RIN: 2900-AE76
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                    Final Rule Stage
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA)                   Completed Actions
  
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
3659. STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT AND RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES

CFR Citation:  38 CFR 0

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/23/93                    58 FR 61811
Final Action Effective          11/23/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James E. Adams, 202 633-7159

RIN: 2900-AG27
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