[The Regulatory Plan and Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations]
[National Science Foundation Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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[From the U.S. Government Printing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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Part XXXIII





National Science Foundation





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda


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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF)                                      
  
  
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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

45 CFR Ch. VI

Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: National Science Foundation.

ACTION: Regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation is publishing its October 1994 
regulatory agenda pursuant to Executive Order 12866 ``Regulatory 
Planning and Review'' (58 FR 51735; October 4, 1993); the Regulatory 
Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601-612; and the Office of Management and 
Budget Memorandum for Regulatory Policy Officers at Executive 
Departments and Establishments (June 8, 1994).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For additional information on a 
particular item, call or write the individual identified as agency 
contact. General comments or inquiries about this agenda may be 
directed to Vicki L. De Hullu, Office of the General Counsel, National 
Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230, (703) 
306-1060.

Dated: July 15, 1994.

Vicki L. De Hullu,

Legal Office Administrator.
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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF)                   Proposed Rule Stage
  
  
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4523. CONFLICT OF INTERESTS/ETHICS STANDARDS, REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, 
TRAINING

Legal Authority:  5 USC 7351; 5 USC 7353; 5 USC app III; 5 USC app IV; 
EO 12674; 5 CFR 2634; 5 CFR 2635; 5 CFR 2638

CFR Citation:  45 CFR 680 to 685

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NSF regulations governing its Conflict of Interests/Ethics 
Program will be revised to conform to anticipated revised regulations 
from the Office of Government Ethics.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles S. Brown, Assistant General Counsel, National 
Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230, 703 
306-1060

RIN: 3145-AA20
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4524. AMENDMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES FOR PROPOSED 
NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION ACTIVITIES IN ANTARCTICA

Legal Authority:  42 USC 4371 et seq, Nat. Enviro. Policy Act of 1970, 
as amended; 40 CFR 1500 to 1508, CEQ Regulations; EO 12114

CFR Citation:  45 CFR 641

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NSF's existing environmental assessment procedures for 
proposed National Science Foundation activities in Antarctica will be 
amended to take into account the requirements of the National 
Environmental Policy Act.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Miriam Leder, Assistant General Counsel, National 
Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1265, Arlington, VA 
22230, 703 306-1060

RIN: 3145-AA25
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4525.  TESTIMONY AND PRODUCTION OF RECORDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1870(a)

CFR Citation:  45 CFR 615

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will establish procedures to be followed when an NSF 
employee is issued a court demand or is requested to provide testimony 
or produce records in a legal proceeding. These procedures are designed 
to promote economy and efficiency in NSF's programs and operations, to 
minimize the possibility of involving NSF in controversial issues not 
related to its functions, to maintain the impartiality of NSF among 
private litigants, and to protect sensitive, confidential information 
and the deliberative process.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           07/08/94                    59 FR 35079
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/08/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Miriam Leder, Assistant General Counsel, National 
Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1265, Arlington, VA 
22230, 703 306-1060

RIN: 3145-AA26
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4526.  GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS TO STATE AND LOCAL 
GOVERNMENTS (THRESHOLDS)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1870(a)

CFR Citation:  45 CFR 602

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would outline methods and procedures for 
granting awards to State and local governments.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jean Feldman, Contract and Contract Policy Officer, 
National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 475, 
Arlington, VA 22230, 703 306-1527

RIN: 3145-AA27
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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF)                      Final Rule Stage
  
  
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4527. NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING

Legal Authority:  31 USC 1352; PL 100-121, sec 319

CFR Citation:  45 CFR 604

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 1352 of title 31 of the United States Code, enacted 
on October 23, 1989, imposes limitations on the use of appropriated 
funds to influence certain Federal contracting and financial 
transactions. National Science Foundation regulations implementing that 
statute will follow the Governmentwide model now being developed.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Interim Final Rule              02/26/90                     55 FR 6736


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Herman Fleming, Policy Analyst, National Science 
Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230, 703 306-1243

RIN: 3145-AA17
[FR Doc. 94-21025 Filed 11-10-94; 8:45 am]
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