[The Regulatory Plan and 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 October 1994 to October 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, Office of Regulations
Management (02D), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue
NW., Washington, DC 20420.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cliff Slay, (202) 535-8044.
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 edition of the Unified Agenda includes the Department of
Veterans Affairs' regulatory plan, which appears in Part II of this
issue of the Federal Register. The Department's overview is
included in the plan at Part II.
This agenda has been prepared in accordance with OMB memorandum
dated June 8, 1994, and incorporates those categories of
information required pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 602(a) and 610(c) of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act.
Dated: August 31, 1994.
Kenneth H. Hoffmann,
Director, IRM Policy and Standards.
Prerule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3738 Aid to States for Care of Veterans in State Homes and Grants to States for
Construction or Acquisition of State Home Facilities.................................. 2900-AE87
3739 Delegation of Subpoena Authority and Description of Means of Service.................. 2900-AH00
3740 Employee Fiduciaries.................................................................. 2900-AB50
3741 Disability or Death From Hospitalization, Medical or Surgical Treatment............... 2900-AG12
3742 Revision of Decisions................................................................. 2900-AG32
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Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3743 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
3744 CHAMPVA Regulations................................................................... 2900-AE64
3745 Health Professionals Education Assistance Program..................................... 2900-AG68
3746 Eligibility for Outpatient Services................................................... 2900-AG87
3747 Counseling for Women Veterans......................................................... 2900-AG88
3748 Eligibility for Hospital, Domiciliary or Nursing Home Care of Persons Discharged or
Released From Active Military, Naval, or Air Service.................................. 2900-AG89
3749 Payment for Outpatient Medical Services Provided by Non-VA providers.................. 2900-AG92
3750 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
3751 1. Payment to the Wife or Husband of an Incompetent Veteran 2. Legal Custodian........ 2900-AB76
3752 Apportionment of Benefits to Dependents; Payment of Cost of Veteran's Maintenance in
Institution; Recommendation for Payment............................................... 2900-AC10
3753 Compliance With Civil Rights Provisions............................................... 2900-AC72
3754 Reservists' Education; PL 101-237 and the Montgomery GI Bill--Selected Reserve........ 2900-AE43
3755 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Orthopedic System............................... 2900-AE91
3756 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Mental Disorders.................................... 2900-AF01
3757 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Neurological Conditions and Convulsive Disorders.... 2900-AF23
3758 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Digestive System.................................... 2900-AF24
3759 Reduction of Debt Through the Performance of Work-Study Services...................... 2900-AF29
3760 Reservists' Education; The Persian Gulf Conflict Supplemental Authorization and
Personnel Benefits Act of 1991 and the Montgomery GI Bill--Selected Reserve........... 2900-AF33
3761 Reservists' Education; Commencing Date of Award of Educational Assistance............. 2900-AF74
3762 Veterans' Education; Suspension and Discontinuance of Payments........................ 2900-AF85
3763 Reasonable Doubt...................................................................... 2900-AF97
3764 Veterans' Education; Suspension and Discontinuance of Payments Under the Post-Vietnam
Era Veterans' Educational Assistance Program.......................................... 2900-AG04
3765 Reservists' Education; Suspension and Discontinuance of Payments Under the Montgomery
GI Bill--Selected Reserve............................................................. 2900-AG05
3766 Revised Definition of Net Value and Revised Criteria for Pre-Foreclosure Debt Waivers. 2900-AG20
3767 Veterans' Education; Implementation of the Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 and the
National Defense Authorization Act for 1993........................................... 2900-AG22
3768 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
3769 Reservists' Education; Implementation of the Veterans' Benefits Act of 1992 and the
National Defense Authorization Act of 1993............................................ 2900-AG24
3770 Accrued Benefits...................................................................... 2900-AG48
3771 Veterans' Training Under the Service Members Occupational Conversion and Training Act. 2900-AG56
3772 Hearing Officers...................................................................... 2900-AG79
3773 Claims Based On Service in Vietnam.................................................... 2900-AG80
3774 Disability or Death Due to Hospitalization, Etc....................................... 2900-AG84
3775 Evidence Requirements................................................................. 2900-AG85
3776 Veterans' Education: Approval of Courses Offered in Guam and American Samoa........... 2900-AG93
3777 Veterans' Education: Approval of Work-experience Courses.............................. 2900-AG95
3778 Reservists' Education: Implementation of the Department of Defense Authorization Act
for 1994.............................................................................. 2900-AG96
3779 Further Increases in Rates Payable in the Educational Assistance Test Program......... 2900-AG98
3780 Claims Based on Exposure to Ionizing Radiation (Lymphomas Other Than Hodgkin's Disease
and Cancer of the Rectum)............................................................. 2900-AG99
3781 National Service Life Insurance Policy Loans.......................................... 2900-AH03
3782 Disease Subject to Presumptive Service Connection (Radiation Risk Activity)........... 2900-AH04
3783 Veterans' Education: Waiver of Two-Year Operation Requirement......................... 2900-AH06
3784 Claims Based on Exposure to Ionizing Radiation (Radiogenic Diseases).................. 2900-AH07
3785 Veterans Education: Qualifying for the Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty Through
Service in the Selected Reserves...................................................... 2900-AH08
3786 Determination of Incompetency and Competency.......................................... 2900-AH10
3787 Veterans Education: Time Limits for Matriculation..................................... 2900-AH13
3788 Veterans Education: Increase in Rates Payable Under the Montgomery GI Bill Active
Duty, 1994-95......................................................................... 2900-AH14
3789 Reservist Education: Increase in Rates Payable Under the Montgomery GI Bill Selected
Reserve............................................................................... 2900-AH15
3790 Eligibility Reporting Requirements.................................................... 2900-AH18
3791 Individual Unemployability............................................................ 2900-AH21
3792 Health Requirements................................................................... 2900-AH22
3793 Loan Guaranty: Authority to close VA-guaranteed loans on the automatic basis,
withdrawal of automatic processing authority and elimination of late reporting waivers 2900-AH23
3794 Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Service Contracting............ 2900-AC86
3795 Acquisition Regulation: Contractor Qualifications..................................... 2900-AE16
3796 Department of VA Acquisition Regulation--Changes to Synopsizing Procedures, Bond
Requirements, Procurement of Architect-Engineer Services, & Contract Clauses.......... 2900-AG40
3797 Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Contract Modification.......... 2900-AG64
3798 Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Loan Guaranty and Vocational
Rehabilitation and Counseling Programs................................................ 2900-AG65
3799 Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Department of Veterans Affairs
Acquisition Regulations System........................................................ 2900-AG66
3800 Appeals Regulations; Rules of Practice................................................ 2900-AF54
3801 Rules of Practice; Representation..................................................... 2900-AG08
3802 Appeals Regulations; Rules of Practice................................................ 2900-AG09
3803 Rules of Practice: Medical Opinions................................................... 2900-AG90
3804 Rules of Practice; Hearings........................................................... 2900-AG07
3805 Revocation of Delegation to Issue Subpoenas Pursuant to 38 USC 3311 and Specify
Permissible Methods of Service........................................................ 2900-AE77
3806 Waiver: Erroneous Payment of Pay and Allowances....................................... 2900-AG94
3807 Interest.............................................................................. 2900-AH24
3808 Standards for Program Evaluation...................................................... 2900-AE30
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Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
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Number Number
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3809 Confidentiality of Certain Medical Records............................................ 2900-AE28
3810 Health Professionals' Educational Assistance Program.................................. 2900-AF87
3811 Confidentiality of Health Care Quality Assurance Reviews.............................. 2900-AG01
3812 Contract Program for Veterans with Alcohol and Drug Dependency Disorders.............. 2900-AG58
3813 Transitional Housing Loan Program..................................................... 2900-AG82
3814 VA Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program...................................... 2900-AG91
3815 Expanded Remote Access to Computerized Veterans Claims Records by Accredited
Representatives....................................................................... 2900-AH01
3816 Full Disclosure of Beneficiary's Income and Assets.................................... 2900-AD35
3817 Loan Guaranty: Title Evidence Requirements and Occupancy Requirements for Conveyance
of Properties to VA................................................................... 2900-AE20
3818 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Cardiovascular System........................... 2900-AE40
3819 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Endocrine System................................ 2900-AE41
3820 Acceptance of Partial Payments; Indemnification of Default............................ 2900-AE60
3821 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Gynecological System............................ 2900-AE72
3822 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Muscular System................................. 2900-AE89
3823 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Respiratory System.............................. 2900-AE94
3824 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Systemic Conditions................................. 2900-AE95
3825 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Skin............................................ 2900-AF00
3826 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--The Hemic and Lymphatic System...................... 2900-AF02
3827 Line of Duty.......................................................................... 2900-AF03
3828 Schedule for Rating Disabilities--Diseases of the Ear and Other Sense Organs.......... 2900-AF22
3829 Disability or Death From Hospitalization, Medical or Surgical Treatment............... 2900-AF27
3830 Loan Guaranty; Credit Underwriting Standards and Procedures for Processing VA
Guaranteed Loans...................................................................... 2900-AF39
3831 Implementing Statutory Changes........................................................ 2900-AF48
3832 Service-Disabled Veterans' Insurance.................................................. 2900-AF69
3833 Interest on Premiums In Arrears....................................................... 2900-AF71
3834 Amendments to Training and Rehabilitation Programs.................................... 2900-AG00
3835 Loan Guaranty: Implementation of Public Law 102-547................................... 2900-AG14
3836 Claims Based on Chronic Effects of Exposure to Vesicant Agents........................ 2900-AG29
3837 Increase in Amount of Veterans' Mortgage Life Insurance............................... 2900-AG36
3838 Supplemental Service-Disabled Veterans' Insurance (S-DVI)............................. 2900-AG37
3839 Increased Coverage for Servicemen's and Veterans' Group Life Insurance................ 2900-AG38
3840 Disability Due to Impaired Hearing.................................................... 2900-AG44
3841 Exclusions From Income................................................................ 2900-AG47
3842 Examinations.......................................................................... 2900-AG50
3843 Increase in Attorneys' Fees........................................................... 2900-AG55
3844 Dependents and Veterans Education: Mitigating Circumstances and Other Miscellaneous
Amendments............................................................................ 2900-AG63
3845 Dependents' Educational Assistance; Certification..................................... 2900-AG74
3846 Exclusions From Income (Tribal Trust Land Income)..................................... 2900-AG83
3847 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.............................................................. 2900-AG86
3848 Schedule for Rating Disabilities: Genital Urinary System (Special Monthly
Compensation)......................................................................... 2900-AG97
3849 Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993............................................. 2900-AH02
3850 Fibromyalgia.......................................................................... 2900-AH05
3851 Special Monthly Compensation Ratings.................................................. 2900-AH09
3852 Exclusions from Income (RECA payments)................................................ 2900-AH12
3853 Vocation Rehabilitation: Increase in Rates of Subsistence Allowance Payable........... 2900-AH17
3854 Delegation of Authority to Provide Relief on Account of Administrative Error.......... 2900-AH19
3855 Reductions and Discontinuances (Federal Employee's Compensation)...................... 2900-AH20
3856 Department of Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation--Service Contracting and
Contract Clauses...................................................................... 2900-AG67
3857 Appeals Regulations; Rules of Practice................................................ 2900-AE78
3858 Appeals Regulations: Rules of Practice; Board of Veterans' Appeals Administrative
Procedures Improvement Act of 1994.................................................... 2900-AH16
3859 Burial and Headstone or Marker Eligibility............................................ 2900-AH11
3860 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex Under Federally Assisted Education Programs and
Activities............................................................................ 2900-AB51
3861 Operation of Child Care Centers at VA Facilities...................................... 2900-AD48
3862 Release of VA Lists of Names and Addresses and Penalty Procedures for Unauthorized Use 2900-AC63
3863 New Restrictions on Lobbying.......................................................... 2900-AE74
3864 FOIA: Receipt of Electronically Transmitted Facsimile Request or Appeal; Time Limit on
Right of Administrative Appeal; and No Record As Adverse Determination................ 2900-AF62
3865 Contact Person for Missing Children: Official Mail Program............................ 2900-AG75
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Completed Actions
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Regulation
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Number Number
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3866 Travel Authority for Beneficiaries Receiving Pension.................................. 2900-AG72
3867 Reservists' Education; Change of Program of Education................................. 2900-AF10
3868 Veterans' Benefits; Eligibility for the Montgomery GI Bill--Active Duty............... 2900-AF30
3869 Procedural Due Process and Appellant Rights........................................... 2900-AF94
3870 Procedural Due Process and Appellate Rights........................................... 2900-AG28
3871 Radiogenic Disease Provisions (Urinary Tract Definition).............................. 2900-AG46
3872 Returned and Cancelled Checks......................................................... 2900-AG51
3873 Continuous Cohabitation............................................................... 2900-AG53
3874 Veterans' Education; Flight Training.................................................. 2900-AG54
3875 Veterans Education: Clarification of Eligibility Requirements for the Montgomery GI
Bill - Active Duty.................................................................... 2900-AG59
3876 Veterans Education: Increase in Rates Payable Under the Montgomery GI Bill - Active
Duty.................................................................................. 2900-AG60
3877 Reservist Education: Increase in Rates Payable Under the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected
Reserve............................................................................... 2900-AG61
3878 Disease Associated with Exposure to Certain Herbicide Agents.......................... 2900-AG69
3879 Exclusions From Income (Just Debts)................................................... 2900-AG70
3880 Claims Based on Exposure to Ionizing Radiation........................................ 2900-AG71
3881 Disease Associated With Exposure to Certain Herbicide Agents (Multiple Myeloma and
Respiratory Cancers).................................................................. 2900-AG73
3882 Diseases Specific as to Former Prisoners of War....................................... 2900-AG76
3883 Active Military Service Certified Under Section 401 of Public Law 95-202.............. 2900-AG81
3884 Rules of Practice; Attorneys' and Agents' Fees........................................ 2900-AG42
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA) Prerule Stage
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VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
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3738. AID TO STATES FOR CARE OF VETERANS IN STATE HOMES AND GRANTS TO
STATES FOR CONSTRUCTION OR ACQUISITION OF STATE HOME FACILITIES
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 05/00/95
NPRM 11/00/95
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, 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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3739. DELEGATION OF SUBPOENA AUTHORITY AND DESCRIPTION OF MEANS
OF SERVICE
Legal Authority: 38 USC 501; 38 USC 1711
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 2.1
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Clarify authority for use of subpoena power and means or
service.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Greg Burke, Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs,
810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 523-3523
RIN: 2900-AH00
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VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION
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3740. 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, 202 275-5669
RIN: 2900-AB50
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3741. DISABILITY OR DEATH FROM HOSPITALIZATION, MEDICAL OR SURGICAL
TREATMENT
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: Don England, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG12
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3742. REVISION OF DECISIONS
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: Don England, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-7212
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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3743. 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
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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3744. CHAMPVA REGULATIONS
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 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lyle Durbinount, Chief, Office of Program Development,
Administrative Services Officer (161), Department of Veterans Affairs,
Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 303 782-3866
RIN: 2900-AE64
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3745. HEALTH PROFESSIONALS EDUCATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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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3746. ELIGIBILITY FOR OUTPATIENT SERVICES
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 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Wanda Elam(161B), 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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3747. COUNSELING FOR WOMEN VETERANS
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
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NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Wanda Elam(161B), 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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3748. ELIGIBILITY FOR HOSPITAL, DOMICILIARY OR NURSING HOME CARE OF
PERSONS DISCHARGED OR RELEASED FROM ACTIVE MILITARY, NAVAL, OR AIR
SERVICE
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Wanda Elam(161B), 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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3749. PAYMENT FOR OUTPATIENT MEDICAL SERVICES PROVIDED BY NON-VA
PROVIDERS
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:
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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: 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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VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION
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3750. 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
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
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NPRM 01/00/95
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, 202 275-5251
RIN: 2900-AB75
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3751. 1. PAYMENT TO THE WIFE OR HUSBAND OF AN INCOMPETENT VETERAN 2.
LEGAL CUSTODIAN
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 01/00/95
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, 202 275-5669
RIN: 2900-AB76
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3752. APPORTIONMENT OF BENEFITS TO DEPENDENTS; PAYMENT OF COST OF
VETERAN'S MAINTENANCE IN INSTITUTION; RECOMMENDATION FOR PAYMENT
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, 202 275-5669
RIN: 2900-AC10
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3753. 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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/00/94
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, 202 273-7410
RIN: 2900-AC72
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3754. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; PL 101-237 AND THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL--
SELECTED RESERVE
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/00/94
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AE43
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3755. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE ORTHOPEDIC SYSTEM
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM 12/28/90 55 FR 53315
ANPRM Comment Period End 02/26/91
NPRM 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AE91
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3756. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--MENTAL DISORDERS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM 05/02/91 56 FR 20170
ANPRM Comment Period End 07/01/91
NPRM 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF01
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3757. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS AND
CONVULSIVE DISORDERS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM 05/02/91 56 FR 20169
ANPRM Comment Period End 07/01/91
NPRM 01/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, MD, Consultant, Regulations Staff
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW.,
Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF23
_______________________________________________________________________
3758. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 05/02/91 56 FR 20168
ANPRM Comment Period End 07/01/91
NPRM 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF24
_______________________________________________________________________
3759. 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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 03/00/95
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AF29
_______________________________________________________________________
3760. 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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 12/00/95
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AF33
_______________________________________________________________________
3761. 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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/00/94
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AF74
_______________________________________________________________________
3762. 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 03/00/95
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AF85
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3763. REASONABLE DOUBT
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: Don England, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF97
_______________________________________________________________________
3764. 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 03/00/95
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG04
_______________________________________________________________________
3765. 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 03/00/95
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG05
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3766. 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:
_________________________________________________________________________
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, 202 273-7344
RIN: 2900-AG20
_______________________________________________________________________
3767. 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 11/00/94
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG22
_______________________________________________________________________
3768. 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 11/00/94
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG23
_______________________________________________________________________
3769. 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 03/00/95
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG24
_______________________________________________________________________
3770. ACCRUED BENEFITS
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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG48
_______________________________________________________________________
3771. 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 10/00/94
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG56
_______________________________________________________________________
3772. HEARING OFFICERS
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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-
7212
RIN: 2900-AG79
_______________________________________________________________________
3773. CLAIMS BASED ON SERVICE IN VIETNAM
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 01/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Don England, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG80
_______________________________________________________________________
3774. DISABILITY OR DEATH DUE TO HOSPITALIZATION, ETC
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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG84
_______________________________________________________________________
3775. EVIDENCE REQUIREMENTS
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:
_________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefit Administration, 810
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG85
_______________________________________________________________________
3776. VETERANS' EDUCATION: APPROVAL OF COURSES OFFERED IN GUAM AND
AMERICAN SAMOA
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 03/00/95
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG93
_______________________________________________________________________
3777. VETERANS' EDUCATION: APPROVAL OF WORK-EXPERIENCE COURSES
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:
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NPRM 10/00/94
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG95
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3778. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION: IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR 1994
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:
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NPRM 10/00/94
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,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG96
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3779. FURTHER INCREASES IN RATES PAYABLE IN THE EDUCATIONAL
ASSISTANCE TEST PROGRAM
Legal Authority: 10 USC 2145
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.5820; 38 CFR 21.5822
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The law provides that rates of substance allowance and
educational assistance payable under the Educational Assistance Test
Program shall be adjusted annually based upon the average cost of
attendance at public institutions of higher education in the twelve-
month period since the rates were last adjusted. After consultation
with the Department of Education, the Department of Defense has
concluded that the rates for the 1991-92 academic year should be
increased by 6% over the rates payable for the 1990-91 academic year;
the rates for the 1992-93 academic year should be increased by 8% over
the rates payable for the 1991-92 academic year; the rates for the
1993-94 academic year should be increased by 7% over the rates payable
for the 1992-93 academic year; and the rates for the 1994-95 academic
year should be increased by 8% over the rates payable for the 1993-94
academic year. The regulations dealing with these rates will be
adjusted accordingly.
Timetable:
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NPRM 02/00/95
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 Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20420,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG98
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3780. CLAIMS BASED ON EXPOSURE TO IONIZING RADIATION (LYMPHOMAS
OTHER THAN HODGKIN'S DISEASE AND CANCER OF THE RECTUM)
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1155
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.311
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Adding Rectal cancer and NHL to list of diseases based on
exposure to ionizing radiation.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Donald England, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG99
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3781. NATIONAL SERVICE LIFE INSURANCE POLICY LOANS
Legal Authority: 38 USC 501
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 8.28(Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: National Service Policy Loan regulation is being amended to
provide that when an interest rate change is required on a NSLI
variable rate loan the effective date of the new interest rate will be
on or after the first day of October on the date the change is
implemented through the Insurance Automatic Data Processing (ADP)
system.
Timetable:
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NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Greg Hosmer (29), Senior Insurance Specialist/Attorney,
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 215 951-5710
RIN: 2900-AH03
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3782. DISEASE SUBJECT TO PRESUMPTIVE SERVICE CONNECTION
(RADIATION RISK ACTIVITY)
Legal Authority: PL 100-321
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.309
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This amendment is necessary to implement a determination by
the Secretary of Veterans Affairs that the term ``radiation risk
activity'' should include the onsite participation in a test involving
the atmospheric detonation of a nuclear device by any government allied
with the United States during World War II.
Timetable:
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NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lorna Weston, Consultant (211), Department of Veterans
Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7210
RIN: 2900-AH04
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3783. VETERANS' EDUCATION: WAIVER OF TWO-YEAR OPERATION
REQUIREMENT
Legal Authority: 38 USC 3689
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.4251
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Before a course may be approved for VA training, it must
generally be offered for two years. By statute, however, a course does
have to be offered for two years if it is offered pursuant to a
contract with the Department of Defense and meets other criteria.
Furthermore, VA is given the authority to waive even those criteria.
This proposal would revise the regulation that states the conditions
under which the waiver will be granted.
Timetable:
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NPRM 03/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Shaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans
Benefits Administration, 810 Vermont Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20420,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AH06
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3784. CLAIMS BASED ON EXPOSURE TO IONIZING RADIATION (RADIOGENIC
DISEASES)
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1155
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.311
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To define the term radiogenic disease in 38 CFR 3.311(b)(2).
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AH07
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3785. VETERANS EDUCATION: QUALIFYING FOR THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL
- ACTIVE DUTY THROUGH SERVICE IN THE SELECTED RESERVES
Legal Authority: 38 USC 3012
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.7042; 38 CFR 21.7044
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: An individual may qualify for benefits under the Montgomery
GI Bill - Active Duty by serving at least two years of continuous
active duty in the Armed Forces characterized by the Secretary
concerned as honorable service, and, after completion of active duty
service, serving at least four continuous years in the Selected
Reserve. The law requires that the service in the Selected Reserve
begin within one year of the individual's release from active duty, but
this requirement is not stated in the Code of Regulations. This
omission has caused some confusion among users of the regulations. This
proposal should eliminate the confusion.
Timetable:
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NPRM 12/00/94
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 Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20420,
202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AH08
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3786. DETERMINATION OF INCOMPETENCY AND COMPETENCY
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1155
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.353
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Concurrence of the VSO is no longer required before the
Rating Board makes a decision regarding competency of the veteran.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810
Vermont Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AH10
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3787. VETERANS EDUCATION: TIME LIMITS FOR MATRICULATION
Legal Authority: 38 USC 3452
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.4252
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In order to receive educational assistance under the programs
administered by VA individuals must be pursuing a program of education.
To ensure that this is the case for degree-seeking students, VA has
required that the student matriculate within the first two terms,
quarters or semesters following admission to the student's institution
of higher learning. This proposal will liberalize that requirement.
Timetable:
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NPRM 01/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June Schaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AH13
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3788. VETERANS EDUCATION: INCREASE IN RATES PAYABLE UNDER THE
MONTGOMERY GI BILL ACTIVE DUTY, 1994-95
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 to take effect on
October 1, 1994, is one-half the increase in the consumer price index
(U) from June 1993 to June 1994, or 1.25 percent. These amended
regulations will implement the increase due October 1, 1994, for the
Montgomery GI Bill, Active Duty.
Timetable:
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NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Shaeffer, Assistant Director for Policy and
Program Administration (225), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AH14
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3789. 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 to take effect on October 1, 1994,
is one-half of the increase in the consumer price index from June 1993
to June 1994, or 1.25 percent. These amended regulations will implement
the increase due October 1, 1994, for the Montgomery GI Bill, Selected
Reserve.
Timetable:
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NPRM 02/00/95
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AH15
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3790. ELIGIBILITY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
Legal Authority: 38 USC 501(a)
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.256
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To exempt from the requirements to file an EVR on an annual
basis those recipients with verified Social Security Numbers who
previously have reported to VA no income or only Social Security
income, unless there is reason to believe there is income from other
sources.
Timetable:
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NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Department of Veterans
Affairs, 810 Vermont Aenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7210
RIN: 2900-AH18
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3791. INDIVIDUAL UNEMPLOYABILITY
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1155
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 4.16
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To amend the Schedule for Rating Disabilities as it addressed
the issue of individual unemployability in order to establish a more
objective standard for making unemployability determinations.
Timetable:
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NPRM 12/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Steven Thornberry, Consultant, Department of Veterans
Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7210
RIN: 2900-AH21
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3792. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1906
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 8.23
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: National Service Life Insurance (NSLI) policy reinstatement
requirements are being amended by extending the comparative health
period from six month to two years and by extending the period for
waiving service connected disabilities for NSLI policy prefixed J and
JR from one year to two years.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gregory Hosmer, Senior Insurance Specialist/Attorney,
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 215 951-5710
RIN: 2900-AH22
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3793. LOAN GUARANTY: AUTHORITY TO CLOSE VA-GUARANTEED LOANS ON
THE AUTOMATIC BASIS, WITHDRAWAL OF AUTOMATIC PROCESSING AUTHORITY AND
ELIMINATION OF LATE REPORTING WAIVERS
Legal Authority: 38 USC 501; 38 USC 3702(d)(3); 38 USC 3702(e)
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 36.4348; 38 CFR 36.4349; 38 CFR 36.4303(a); 38
CFR 36.4303(d); 38 CFR 36.4335(a)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: VA is proposing to amend its loan guaranty regulations
regarding criteria used to approve non-supervised lenders to process
VA-guaranteed loans on the automatic basis. The Department is
considering changes in the following requirement for lender
participation in the automatic authority program: lender experience,
working capital, lines of credit, and VA-approved underwriter
eligibility and training. The Department is also considering changes in
the regulation regarding annual recertification of lenders and
standards for withdrawal of automatic authority. VA is also proposing
to amend the requirements pertaining to lenders reporting of VA-
guaranteed loans to the Secretary within 60 days following full
disbursement. The revised regulation will provide that if the lender
does not report the loan within 60 days, their report must be
accompanied by a statement signed by a corporate officer of the lending
institution, certifying that the loan is current and offering an
explanation for the late reporting. This change will eliminate the
current requirement for VA regional office to go through the formality
of making a decision on (cont)
Timetable:
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NPRM 00/00/00
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: whether or not to waive the
requirement and instead either issue the guaranty or not as appropriate
under the circumstances.
Agency Contact: Judith Caden, Assistant Director, Loan Policy,
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-7368
RIN: 2900-AH23
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OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT
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3794. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--SERVICE
CONTRACTING
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:
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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
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3795. ACQUISITION REGULATION: CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS
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:
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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
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3796. DEPARTMENT OF VA ACQUISITION REGULATION--CHANGES TO SYNOPSIZING
PROCEDURES, BOND REQUIREMENTS, PROCUREMENT OF ARCHITECT-ENGINEER
SERVICES, & CONTRACT CLAUSES
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:
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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
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3797. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--CONTRACT
MODIFICATION
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:
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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
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3798. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--LOAN
GUARANTY AND VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AND COUNSELING PROGRAMS
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:
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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 Analyst, Department of
Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202
233-5001
RIN: 2900-AG65
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3799. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--DEPARTMENT
OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATIONS SYSTEM
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:
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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
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BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS
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3800. APPEALS REGULATIONS; RULES OF PRACTICE
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
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3801. RULES OF PRACTICE; REPRESENTATION
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:
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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
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3802. APPEALS REGULATIONS; RULES OF PRACTICE
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:
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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
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3803. 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
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BOARD OF CONTRACT APPEALS/CONTRACT APPEALS BOARD
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3804. RULES OF PRACTICE; HEARINGS
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; 38 CFR 2.1; 38 CFR 19.75
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:
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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-AG07
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OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL
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3805. REVOCATION OF DELEGATION TO ISSUE SUBPOENAS PURSUANT TO 38 USC 3311
AND SPECIFY PERMISSIBLE METHODS OF SERVICE
Legal Authority: 38 USC 210(c)(1); 38 USC 501; 38 USC 1711; 38 USC
5317
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:
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NPRM 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Greg Burke, Attorney (023), Department of Veterans
Affairs, Office of the General Counsel, 810 Vermont Avenue NW.,
Washington, DC 20420, 202 523-3523
RIN: 2900-AE77
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OFFICE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES POLICIES AND OVERSIGHT
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3806. 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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/00/94
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
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3807. INTEREST
Legal Authority: 5 USC 5315
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 1.919
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Revise to delete requirement that once the rate of interest
has been determined for al particular debt, the rate shall remain
unchanged for the duration of the repayment of that debt.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 12/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Peter Mulhern, (047G7), Department of Veterans Affairs,
810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-5570
RIN: 2900-AH24
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OFFICE OF POLICY AND PLANNING
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3808. STANDARDS FOR PROGRAM EVALUATION
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Enard Sanders, Director, Quality Improvement Service,
(008B4), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW.,
Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-5070
RIN: 2900-AE30
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA) Final Rule Stage
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VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
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3809. CONFIDENTIALITY OF CERTAIN MEDICAL RECORDS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/26/93 58 FR 39706
NPRM Comment Period End 09/07/93
Final Action 12/00/94
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: Celia Winter, Medical Administration Specialist,
Medical Administration Service (161F), Department of Veterans Affairs,
Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-6267
RIN: 2900-AE28
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3810. HEALTH PROFESSIONALS' EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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
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3811. CONFIDENTIALITY OF HEALTH CARE QUALITY ASSURANCE REVIEWS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 08/20/93 58 FR 44313
NPRM Comment Period End 09/20/93
Final Action 10/00/94
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
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3812. CONTRACT PROGRAM FOR VETERANS WITH ALCOHOL AND DRUG DEPENDENCY
DISORDERS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 10/05/93 58 FR 51799
NPRM Comment Period End 11/15/93
Final Action 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Karen Boies, Ph.D(111C), 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
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3813. TRANSITIONAL HOUSING LOAN PROGRAM
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 08/01/94 59 FR 38947
NPRM Comment Period End 08/31/94
Final Action 10/00/94
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, VA Medical Center, Hampton, VA
23667, 804 722-9961
RIN: 2900-AG82
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3814. VA HOMELESS PROVIDERS GRANT AND PER DIEM PROGRAM
Legal Authority: PL 102-590, sec 3; PL 102-590, Sec 4; 38 USC 7721
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 17.700
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 the year. Many others are at risk because
of poverty, chronic illnesses or dismal living conditions. Most are
single males; about 40 percent 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 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 final rule provides for
monitoring and evaluation of projects that receive VA funding.
Approximately $5 million is available in fiscal year 1994 for this
program. As many as 250,000 veterans are homeless, and many more are
homeless at some point during a year. Many others are at risk
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 06/01/94
Next Action Undetermined
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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3815. EXPANDED REMOTE ACCESS TO COMPUTERIZED VETERANS CLAIMS
RECORDS BY ACCREDITED REPRESENTATIVES
Legal Authority: 38 USC 5903
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 14.640; 38 CFR 14.641; 38 CFR 14.642; 38 CFR
14.643
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The regulations establish policy procedures and criteria
governing when and under what circumstances VA will grant authorized
claimants' representatives read-only access to the automated claims
records of claimants whom they represent from approved office locations
away from VA Regional Offices of jurisdiction for the claimant's
records for the purpose of representing claimants before VA on claims-
related matters.
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: Jeff Corzatt, Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs,
810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-6382
RIN: 2900-AH01
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VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION
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3816. FULL DISCLOSURE OF BENEFICIARY'S INCOME AND ASSETS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 01/26/94 59 FR 3659
NPRM Comment Period End 03/28/94
Final Action 10/00/94
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, 202 275-5251
RIN: 2900-AD35
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3817. LOAN GUARANTY: TITLE EVIDENCE REQUIREMENTS AND OCCUPANCY
REQUIREMENTS FOR CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTIES TO VA
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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, 202 273-
7344
RIN: 2900-AE20
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3818. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
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
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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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-
7212
RIN: 2900-AE40
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3819. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-
7212
RIN: 2900-AE41
_______________________________________________________________________
3820. ACCEPTANCE OF PARTIAL PAYMENTS; INDEMNIFICATION OF DEFAULT
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 03/02/94 59 FR 9944
NPRM Comment Period End 05/02/94
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, 202 273-
7344
RIN: 2900-AE60
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3821. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE GYNECOLOGICAL SYSTEM
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-
7212
RIN: 2900-AE72
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3822. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AE89
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3823. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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 01/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, MD, Consultant, Regulations Staff
(211B), Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits
Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-
7212
RIN: 2900-AE94
_______________________________________________________________________
3824. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--SYSTEMIC CONDITIONS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AE95
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3825. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE SKIN
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF00
_______________________________________________________________________
3826. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--THE HEMIC AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF02
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3827. LINE OF DUTY
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:
_________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/01/94 59 FR 9719
NPRM Comment Period End 05/02/94
Final Action 01/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lorna Weston, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF03
_______________________________________________________________________
3828. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES--DISEASES OF THE EAR AND OTHER
SENSE ORGANS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 05/02/91 56 FR 20170
ANPRM Comment Period End 07/01/91
NPRM 04/12/94 59 FR 17295
NPRM Comment Period End 06/13/94
Final Action 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF22
_______________________________________________________________________
3829. DISABILITY OR DEATH FROM HOSPITALIZATION, MEDICAL OR SURGICAL
TREATMENT
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: Don England, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration, 810
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF27
_______________________________________________________________________
3830. 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, 202 273-
7368
RIN: 2900-AF39
_______________________________________________________________________
3831. 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, 202 273-7410
RIN: 2900-AF48
_______________________________________________________________________
3832. SERVICE-DISABLED VETERANS' INSURANCE
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 04/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer(29), Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, P.O. Box 8047, Philadelphia,
PA 19101, 215 951-5710
RIN: 2900-AF69
_______________________________________________________________________
3833. INTEREST ON PREMIUMS IN ARREARS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Final Action 04/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer(29), 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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3834. 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
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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, 202 273-7410
RIN: 2900-AG00
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3835. 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
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NPRM 02/24/94 59 FR 8881
NPRM Comment Period End 04/25/94
Final Action 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, 202 273-7368
RIN: 2900-AG14
_______________________________________________________________________
3836. CLAIMS BASED ON CHRONIC EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE TO VESICANT AGENTS
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
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NPRM 01/24/94 59 FR 3532
NPRM Comment Period End 03/25/94
Final Action 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG29
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3837. INCREASE IN AMOUNT OF VETERANS' MORTGAGE LIFE INSURANCE
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer(29), Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 13399, Philadelphia,
PA 19101, 215 951-5710
RIN: 2900-AG36
_______________________________________________________________________
3838. SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICE-DISABLED VETERANS' INSURANCE (S-DVI)
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer(29), Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 13399, Philadelphia,
PA 19101, 215 951-5710
RIN: 2900-AG37
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3839. INCREASED COVERAGE FOR SERVICEMEN'S AND VETERANS' GROUP LIFE
INSURANCE
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
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gregory C. Hosmer(29), Senior Insurance Specialist/
Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 13399, Philadelphia,
PA 19101, 215 951-5710
RIN: 2900-AG38
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3840. DISABILITY DUE TO IMPAIRED HEARING
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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG44
_______________________________________________________________________
3841. EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME
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
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NPRM 12/17/93 58 FR 65958
NPRM Comment Period End 02/25/94
Final Action 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG47
_______________________________________________________________________
3842. EXAMINATIONS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 02/01/94 59 FR 4619
NPRM Comment Period End 04/12/94
Final Action 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG50
_______________________________________________________________________
3843. 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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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, 202 273-7344
RIN: 2900-AG55
_______________________________________________________________________
3844. DEPENDENTS AND VETERANS EDUCATION: MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES AND
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 06/24/94 59 FR 32671
NPRM Comment Period End 08/23/94
Final Action 10/00/94
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, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG63
_______________________________________________________________________
3845. DEPENDENTS' EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE; CERTIFICATION
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 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG74
_______________________________________________________________________
3846. EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME (TRIBAL TRUST LAND INCOME)
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 01/00/95
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, 202 272-7212
RIN: 2900-AG83
_______________________________________________________________________
3847. CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 01/00/95
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, 202 273-
7212
RIN: 2900-AG86
_______________________________________________________________________
3848. SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES: GENITAL URINARY SYSTEM (SPECIAL
MONTHLY COMPENSATION)
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Final Action 01/00/95
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, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG97
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3849. OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT OF 1993
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1155
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.551
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Extend pension limitations for claimants receiving medicaid
covered nursing home care to 1998.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Don England, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AH02
_______________________________________________________________________
3850. FIBROMYALGIA
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1155
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 4.71(a)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To add a diagnostic code and criteria for a rheumatologic
condition characterized by pain and tender points.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Rule 01/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 272-7212
RIN: 2900-AH05
_______________________________________________________________________
3851. SPECIAL MONTHLY COMPENSATION RATINGS
Legal Authority: 38 USC 1155
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.350
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To amend the regulation to allow total disability due to
unemployability to be the basis for SMC under subsection 3. (100
percent plus 60 percent).
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulations Staff (211B),
Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, 810
Vermont Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AH09
_______________________________________________________________________
3852. EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME (RECA PAYMENTS)
Legal Authority: 42 USC 2210, note
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.261(a)(38); 38 CFR 3.262(w); 38 CFR 3.272(s);
38 CFR 3.275(b)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) of 1990
(Public Law 101-426) excludes amounts paid to claimants under its
provisions from countable income and net worth for purposes of VA's
income-based benefits program requirements of the statute.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Regulation Staff,
Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC
20420, 202 273-7218
RIN: 2900-AH12
_______________________________________________________________________
3853. VOCATION REHABILITATION: INCREASE IN RATES OF SUBSISTENCE
ALLOWANCE PAYABLE
Legal Authority: 38 USC 3108
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.260
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposal implements the increase in subsistence
allowance payable which the statute requires. Effective October 1,
1994, each rate of payment in the Vocational Rehabilitation Program
will increase by 2.4 percent. This increase equals the percentage
increase in the Consumer Price Index (all items, United States city
average, from June 30, 1993 to June 30, 1994.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Final Action 01/00/95
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Charles A. Graffam, Rehabilitation Program Specialist,
Policy and Program Development (281), Department of Veterans Affairs,
810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7410
RIN: 2900-AH17
_______________________________________________________________________
3854. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE RELIEF ON ACCOUNT OF
ADMINISTRATIVE ERROR
Legal Authority: 38 USC 512(a)
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 2.7
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To make explicit the implied delegation on authority to deny
equitable relief claims which was noted in OGC Prec. 11-94.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 12/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, Consultant, Department of Veterans
Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7210
RIN: 2900-AH19
_______________________________________________________________________
3855. REDUCTIONS AND DISCONTINUANCES (FEDERAL EMPLOYEE'S
COMPENSATION)
Legal Authority: 38 USC 501(a)
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.500(e)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To amend the regulations concerning reduction or
discontinuance of VA benefits when a payee is also entitled to benefits
under FECA for the same injury or death.
Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 12/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lorna Weston, Consultant, Department of Veterans
Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-7210
RIN: 2900-AH20
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OFFICE OF ACQUISITION AND MATERIEL MANAGEMENT
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3856. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ACQUISITION REGULATION--SERVICE
CONTRACTING AND CONTRACT CLAUSES
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/22/93 58 FR 54548
NPRM Comment Period End 12/20/93
Final Action 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: 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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BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS
_________________________________________________________________________
3857. APPEALS REGULATIONS; RULES OF PRACTICE
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
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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
_______________________________________________________________________
3858. APPEALS REGULATIONS: RULES OF PRACTICE; BOARD OF VETERANS'
APPEALS ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1994
Legal Authority: PL 103-271
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 19; 38 CFR 20
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulation will amend the appeals regulation and rules
of practice of the Board of Veterans' Appeals to reflect changes to
chapter 71 of title 38, United States Code, resulting from Public Law
103-271. No alternatives are available. These revisions will not entail
any costs other than those normally associated with drafting, agency
review, and publication.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
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 NE., Washington, DC
20420, 202 233-2978
RIN: 2900-AH16
_______________________________________________________________________
NATIONAL CEMETERY SYSTEM
_________________________________________________________________________
3859. BURIAL AND HEADSTONE OR MARKER ELIGIBILITY
Legal Authority: PL 102-547; PL 103-240
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 1.620; 38 CFR 1.631
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This final rule adds the new category of Reservist and
National Guard Members and their eligible dependents to 38 CFR, Section
1.620 and Section 1.631 to conform with Public Laws 102-547 and 103-
240, respectively. The rule is published as final to provide
information to the public on expanded headstone or marker eligibility
and eligibility for burial in a national cemetery. As such, there is no
public comment period. It is not subject to the requirements of either
the Administrative Procedures Act or EO 12866 as the rule is a
restatement of statute. No costs are associated with publication of the
final rule. The effective date for Public Law 102-547 is October 28,
1993 and May 4, 1994, for Public Law 103-240.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 10/00/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: M'Liz McLendon, Chief, NCS Communications Division
(402B1), Department of Veterans Affairs, 810 Vermont Avenue NW.,
Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-5178
RIN: 2900-AH11
_______________________________________________________________________
OFFICE OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
_________________________________________________________________________
3860. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX UNDER FEDERALLY ASSISTED
EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
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:
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Action Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 00/00/00
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: R. Lamont Johnson, Associate Director, 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
_______________________________________________________________________
OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ACQUISITION AND FACILITIES
_________________________________________________________________________
3861. OPERATION OF CHILD CARE CENTERS AT VA FACILITIES
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:
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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: Alan T. Maurer, Director of Field Support (132),
Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, 810
Vermont Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20420, 202 273-5846
RIN: 2900-AD48
_______________________________________________________________________
OFFICE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES POLICIES AND OVERSIGHT
_________________________________________________________________________
3862. RELEASE OF VA LISTS OF NAMES AND ADDRESSES AND PENALTY PROCEDURES
FOR UNAUTHORIZED USE
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
_______________________________________________________________________
3863. NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING
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
_______________________________________________________________________
3864. 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
_______________________________________________________________________
3865. 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 10/00/94
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) Completed Actions
_______________________________________________________________________
3866. TRAVEL AUTHORITY FOR BENEFICIARIES RECEIVING PENSION
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 17.100(c)(3)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 02/28/94 59 FR 9411
Final Action Effective 02/28/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Monica J. Wilkins, 202 535-7439
RIN: 2900-AG72
_______________________________________________________________________
3867. RESERVISTS' EDUCATION; CHANGE OF PROGRAM OF EDUCATION
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.7614
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 09/29/93 58 FR 50845
Final Action Effective 06/01/91
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AF10
_______________________________________________________________________
3868. VETERANS' BENEFITS; ELIGIBILITY FOR THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL--ACTIVE
DUTY
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
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 05/10/94 59 FR 24050
Final Action Effective 11/05/90
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AF30
_______________________________________________________________________
3869. PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS AND APPELLANT RIGHTS
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.103
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 02/10/94 59 FR 6218
Final Action Effective 02/10/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: John Bisset, Jr., 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AF94
_______________________________________________________________________
3870. PROCEDURAL DUE PROCESS AND APPELLATE RIGHTS
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.103
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 02/14/94 59 FR 6901
Final Action Effective 03/16/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG28
_______________________________________________________________________
3871. RADIOGENIC DISEASE PROVISIONS (URINARY TRACT DEFINITION)
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.309(d)(2)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 05/16/94 59 FR 25328
Final Action Effective 10/01/92
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Caroll McBrine, M.D., 202 273-7216
RIN: 2900-AG46
_______________________________________________________________________
3872. RETURNED AND CANCELLED CHECKS
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.1003
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 05/16/94 59 FR 25329
Final Action Effective 06/15/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Steve Thornberry, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG51
_______________________________________________________________________
3873. CONTINUOUS COHABITATION
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.53(a)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/24/94 59 FR 32658
Final Action Effective 05/13/93
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Don England, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG53
_______________________________________________________________________
3874. VETERANS' EDUCATION; FLIGHT TRAINING
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.4263
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/28/94 59 FR 21937
Final Action Effective 09/30/90
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG54
_______________________________________________________________________
3875. VETERANS EDUCATION: CLARIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR
THE MONTGOMERY GI BILL - ACTIVE DUTY
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.7042; 38 CFR 21.7044
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 05/10/94 59 FR 24049
Final Action Effective 07/01/85
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG59
_______________________________________________________________________
3876. VETERANS EDUCATION: INCREASE IN RATES PAYABLE UNDER THE MONTGOMERY
GI BILL - ACTIVE DUTY
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.7136; 38 CFR 21.7137
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn PL 103-66, Sec. 12009
canceled this scheduled rate
increase. 10/31/93
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG60
_______________________________________________________________________
3877. RESERVIST EDUCATION: INCREASE IN RATES PAYABLE UNDER THE MONTGOMERY
GI BILL - SELECTED RESERVE
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 21.7636
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn PL 103-66, Sec. 12009
canceled this scheduled rate
increase. 10/31/93
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: June C. Schaeffer, 202 273-7187
RIN: 2900-AG61
_______________________________________________________________________
3878. DISEASE ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO CERTAIN HERBICIDE AGENTS
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.307(a); 38 CFR 3.309(e); 38 CFR 3.311(a); 38
CFR 3.311(b)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 02/03/94 59 FR 5106
Final Action Effective 02/03/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Don England, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG69
_______________________________________________________________________
3879. EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME (JUST DEBTS)
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.262(m); 38 CFR 3.262(o); 38 CFR 3.272(h)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/11/94 59 FR 35265
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG70
_______________________________________________________________________
3880. CLAIMS BASED ON EXPOSURE TO IONIZING RADIATION
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.3116(b)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 02/11/94 59 FR 6607
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lorna Weston, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG71
_______________________________________________________________________
3881. DISEASE ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO CERTAIN HERBICIDE AGENTS
(MULTIPLE MYELOMA AND RESPIRATORY CANCERS)
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.307(a); 38 CFR 3.309(e)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/09/94 59 FR 29723
Final Action Effective 06/09/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lorna Weston, 202 272-7212
RIN: 2900-AG73
_______________________________________________________________________
3882. DISEASES SPECIFIC AS TO FORMER PRISONERS OF WAR
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.309(c)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/12/94 59 FR 35465
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Don England, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG76
_______________________________________________________________________
3883. ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE CERTIFIED UNDER SECTION 401 OF PUBLIC LAW
95-202
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.7(x)
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/05/94 59 FR 34382
Final Action Effective 12/03/93
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Paul Trowbridge, 202 273-7212
RIN: 2900-AG81
_______________________________________________________________________
3884. RULES OF PRACTICE; ATTORNEYS' AND AGENTS' FEES
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 20.609
Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
_________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 05/16/94 59 FR 25330
Final Action Effective 06/15/94
Small Entities Affected: None
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Steven L. Keller, 202 233-2978
RIN: 2900-AG42
[FR Doc. 94-23424 Filed 11-10-94; 8:45 am]
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