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[Department of Agriculture Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Department of Agriculture





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

Federal Register / Vol. 60, No. 88 / Monday, May 8, 1995 / 
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                                      
  
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Office of the Secretary

7 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I-VII, IX-XII, XIV-XVIII, XXI, XXIV-XXIX

9 CFR Chs. I-IV

36 CFR Ch. II

41 CFR Ch. 4

Semiannual Regulatory Agenda, April 1995

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, USDA.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: This agenda provides summary descriptions of significant and 
not-significant regulations being developed in agencies of the U.S. 
Department of Agriculture (USDA) in conformance with Executive Order 
12866 ``Regulatory Planning and Review.'' The agenda also describes 
regulations affecting small entities as required by section 602 of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act, Public Law 96-354.

    USDA has attempted to list all regulations and regulatory 
reviews pending at the time of publication except for minor and 
routine or repetitive actions, but some may have been inadvertently 
missed. There is no legal significance to the omission of an item 
from this listing. Also, the dates shown for the steps of each 
action are estimated and are not commitments to act on or by the 
date shown.

    The Federal Crop Insurance Reform and Department of Agriculture 
Reorganization Act of 1994, Public Law 103-354, provided the 
Secretary the authority to reorganize USDA. As part of the 
reorganization effort, the Secretary first restructured 
headquarters agencies and offices into six mission areas and 
established several new agencies in order to improve the delivery 
of programs and services to the publics USDA serves. The newly 
established agencies are as follows:

(1) Consolidated Farm Services Agency (CFSA), which is responsible for 
agricultural price and income support programs, production adjustment 
programs, and the conservation reserve and agricultural conservation 
programs formerly performed by the Agricultural Stabilization and 
Conservation Service, supervision of the Federal Crop Insurance 
Corporation, farm-related agricultural credit programs formerly 
performed by the Farmers Home Administration, and other programs 
related to farm services;

(2) Rural Utilities Service (RUS), which is responsible for electric 
and telephone loan programs formerly performed by the Rural 
Electrification Administration, water and waste facilities loans and 
grants formerly performed by the Rural Development Administration, and 
other related rural utilities services;

(3) Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS), which is 
responsible for housing loan programs formerly performed by the Farmers 
Home Administration, community facilities loan programs formerly 
performed by the Rural Development Administration, and other programs 
related to rural housing and community development;

(4) Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS), which 
is responsible for business and industry loan programs and assistance 
programs for cooperatives formerly performed by the Rural Development 
Administration and other functions related to rural business and 
cooperative development;

(5) Food and Consumer Service (FCS), which is responsible for all food 
stamp, school lunch, child nutrition, and special feeding programs 
formerly performed by the Food and Nutrition Service and other 
functions related to food and consumer services;

(6) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), which is responsible 
for all soil and water conservation programs formerly performed by the 
Soil Conservation Service, the Wetlands Reserve, Water Bank, Colorado 
River Basin Salinity Control and Forestry Incentive program formerly 
performed by the ASCS, The Farms for the Future Act programs formerly 
performed by the FmHA, and other functions related to natural resources 
conservation;

(7) Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service, which 
is responsible for all cooperative State and other research programs 
formerly performed by the Cooperative State Research Service, all 
cooperative education and extension programs formerly performed by the 
Extension Service, and other functions related to cooperative research, 
education, and extension;

(8) Grain Inspection, Packers, and Stockyards Administration, which is 
responsible for all programs and activities presently performed by the 
Federal Grain Inspection Service and the Packers and Stockyards 
Administration;

(9) National Appeals Division, which is responsible for all 
administrative appeals; and

(10) Office of Risk Assessment and Cost-Benefit Analysis, which is 
responsible for assessing the risks to human health, human safety, or 
the environment of proposed major regulations.

The functions of the remaining agencies within the Department are 
unchanged.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For further information on any 
specific entry shown in this agenda, please contact the person listed 
for that action. Requests for copies of the agenda should include a 
self-addressed, stamped envelope and be directed to: Regulatory Agenda, 
OBPA, Office of the Secretary, Room 118-E, Administration Building, 
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, (202) 720-1272.

Dated: February 27, 1995.

Marvin J. Shapiro,

Chief, Legislative, Regulatory, and Automated Systems Division.

                                  Agricultural Marketing Service--Prerule Stage                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1           Voluntary and Mandatory Egg and Egg Products Inspection...............................    0581-AA58 
2           Revision of 7 CFR 29.500 Fees and Charges for Inspection and Grading of Imported                    
            Tobacco...............................................................................    0581-AB12 
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3           Standards for Products Produced Following Organic Production, Processing and                        
            Handling Methods....................................................................     0581-AA40  
4           Refrigeration and Labeling Requirements for Shell Eggs..............................     0581-AA66  
5           Changes in Fees for Voluntary Federal Meat Grading and Certification Services.......     0581-AB34  
6           Salmonella Recognized Laboratory Program............................................     0581-AB38  
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                                Agricultural Marketing Service--Final Rule Stage                                
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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7           Revision of Regulations Governing the Inspection and Grading Services of Manufactured               
            or Processed Dairy Products...........................................................    0581-AA45 
8           Relating to Inspection and Grading of Burley Tobacco..................................    0581-AB01 
9           User Fees for Cotton Classification Services to Growers 1995 Crop.....................    0581-AB15 
10          Regulations Under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.........................    0581-AB28 
11          Increase Seed Inspection Fees.........................................................    0581-AB35 
12          Regulations and Rules of Practice Under the Plant Variety Protection Act..............    0581-AB39 
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                           Agricultural Marketing Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                           
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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13          National Laboratory Accreditation Program.............................................    0581-AA38 
14          Regulations Under the Federal Seed Act................................................    0581-AA52 
15          Review of Basic Formula Price in All Federal Milk Orders..............................    0581-AA57 
16          Grading of Shell Eggs.................................................................    0581-AA60 
17          Voluntary Grading of Poultry Products and Rabbit Products.............................    0581-AA61 
18          Grading and Inspection, Specifications for Approved Dairy Plants and Standards for                  
            Grades of Dairy Products; General Specification for Dairy Plants Approved for USDA                  
            Inspection and Grading................................................................    0581-AA95 
19          Grading and Inspection, General Specifications for Approved Dairy Plants and Standards              
            for Grades of Dairy Products; United States Standards for Grades of Nonfat Dry Milk                 
            (Spray Process).......................................................................    0581-AA96 
20          Grading and Inspection, General Specifications for Approved Dairy Plants and Standards              
            for Grades of Dairy Products; United States Standards for Instant Nonfat Dry Milk.....    0581-AA97 
21          United States Standards for Grades of Tomato Sauce....................................    0581-AA99 
22          Revision of the Regulations Governing Inspection Certification and Standards for Fresh              
            Fruits, Vegetables, and Other Products................................................    0581-AB02 
23          Change in Fees for Federal Meat Grading and Certification Services....................    0581-AB07 
24          Milk for Manufacturing Purposes and Its Production and Processing Requirements                      
            Recommended for Adoption by State Regulatory Agencies (Raw Milk)......................    0581-AB11 
25          1994 Adjustment of the Value of Imported Cotton for Collections, Cotton Research and                
            Promotion Assessments.................................................................    0581-AB14 
26          Processed Fruits and Vegetables, Processed Products Thereof, and Certain Other                      
            Processed Food Products (Fee Increase)................................................    0581-AB16 
27          Soybean Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act; Reapportionment of                       
            Directors on the United Soybean Board.................................................    0581-AB18 
28          Amendments to the Lime Research, Promotion and Consumer Information Order.............    0581-AB19 
29          Implementation of Fresh Cut Flowers and Fresh Cut Greens Promotion and Information                  
            Order.................................................................................    0581-AB20 
30          Watermelon Research and Promotion Plan; Proposed Amendments to the Plan; Rules and                  
            Regulations Issued Thereunder; and Procedure for the Conduct of Referenda.............    0581-AB21 
31          Amendments to the Recordkeeping Requirements for Certified Applicators of Federally                 
            Restricted Use Pesticides.............................................................    0581-AB22 
32          Amendments to the Honey Research, Promotion, and Consumer Information Order...........    0581-AB23 
33          Potato Research and Promotion Plan: Amendment to Rules and Regulations Issued                       
            Thereunder............................................................................    0581-AB26 
34          Rules of Practice Governing Proceedings on Petitions To Modify or To Be Exempt From                 
            Research and Promotion Programs for Fruits, Vegetables, and Specialty Crops                         
            Consolidation.........................................................................    0581-AB27 
35          Soybean Promotion and Research Program; Procedures for Conduct of a Producer Poll.....    0581-AB30 
36          Beef Promotion and Research: Changes in HTS Numbers...................................    0581-AB31 
37          Amendment to Egg Research and Promotion Order To Increase the Rate of Assessment......   0581-AB32  
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38          Increase in Fees and Charges for Egg Products Inspection and Egg Poultry and Rabbit                 
            Grading...............................................................................    0581-AB33 
39          Pork Promotion Research, and Consumer Information Act of 1985- Increase in Assessment               
            Rate..................................................................................    0581-AB36 
40          Regulations Under the Federal Seed Act (Amendments)...................................    0581-AB37 
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                                 Consolidated Farm Service Agency--Prerule Stage                                
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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41          Amendments to Sugar and Crystalline Fructose Marketing Allotment Regulations..........    0560-AD79 
42          Revisions to the Direct Farm Ownership Loan Regulation (1943-A) To Clarify Existing                 
            Policies and Procedures Pertaining to the Agency's Outreach Program for Members of                  
            Socially Disadvantaged................................................................    0560-AE23 
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                              Consolidated Farm Service Agency--Proposed Rule Stage                             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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43          Amendments to CCC Debt Settlement Regulations Regarding Waiver of Restriction on                    
            Program Eligibility and Collection of Judgments by Administrative Offset..............    0560-AD09 
44          90-Day Rule...........................................................................    0560-AD43 
45          Amendments to Regulations Regarding Payments to Persons Convicted of Controlled                     
            Substance Violations..................................................................    0560-AD47 
46          Program Ineligibility for Noncompliance With Boll Weevil Eradication Program..........    0560-AD57 
47          Wool and Mohair Recourse Loan Program.................................................    0560-AD75 
48          Regulations for Conservation Compliance Crop Acreage Base (CAB) Adjustments...........    0560-AD80 
49          Farm Facility Loan Program Regulations................................................    0560-AD85 
50          Amendments to the Payment Limitation Regulations for 1995.............................    0560-AD89 
51          Amendment to the Peanut Loan Program Regulations--Requirement for Crop Insurance......    0560-AD90 
52          Amendment to the Tobacco Loan Program Regulations--Requirement for Crop Insurance.....    0560-AD91 
53          Amendments to the Conservation Reserve Program Regulations Regarding Early Contract                 
            Terminations, Enrolling Replacement and New Acreage, and Contract Extensions..........    0560-AD95 
54          Amendment to the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Regulations--Requirements for Crop              
            Insurance.............................................................................    0560-AD96 
55          Measure-All Pilot Project.............................................................    0560-AD98 
56          Loans to Indian Tribes and Tribal Corporations........................................    0560-AE10 
57          Elimination of Consolidation of Loans.................................................    0560-AE12 
58          Reorganization Plans Under Federal Bankruptcy Codes...................................    0560-AE18 
59          Decision to Liquidate.................................................................    0560-AE19 
60          Special Disaster Set-Aside Program; Fruit and Nut Trees...............................    0560-AE21 
61          Disaster Assistance...................................................................    0560-AE22 
62          Socially Disadvantaged Outreach Program...............................................    0560-AE24 
63          Part 1946 Mediation; Subpart A Agricultural Loan Mediation Program....................    0560-AE26 
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                               Consolidated Farm Service Agency--Final Rule Stage                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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64          Excessive Manufacturing (Make) Allowances in State Marketing Orders for Milk..........    0560-AC23 
65          Common Provisions for the 1994 Wheat, Feed Grain, Cotton, and Rice Programs...........    0560-AC74 
66          Amendment to the Highly Erodible Land and Wetlands Conservation Program Regulations--               
            Person Determinations.................................................................    0560-AC86 
67          Amendments to the Wetlands Regulations Regarding Abandoned Acreage and Drainage by                  
            Drainage Districts....................................................................    0560-AC92 
68          Amendments to the Production Adjustment Regulations--Reconstitution of Bases,                       
            Allotments and Quotas.................................................................    0560-AC99 
69          Pilot Voluntary Production Limitation Program.........................................    0560-AD00 
70          Conservation Environmental Programs Regulations Regarding Water Quality Incentives                  
            Project, Cost Share Provisions of the Emergency Conservation Program, and Other                     
            Revisions.............................................................................   0560-AD16  
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71          1995 Feed Grain Program...............................................................    0560-AD37 
72          1995 Rice Program.....................................................................    0560-AD38 
73          1995 Upland Cotton Program............................................................    0560-AD39 
74          1995 Wool and Mohair Program..........................................................    0560-AD40 
75          1994 Options Pilot Program............................................................    0560-AD48 
76          Amendment to the Acreage Conservation Reserve and the Conserving Use Acreage                        
            Regulations for Producers Affected by Excessive Rainfall and Flooding.................    0560-AD50 
77          1994 Wheat Farmer-Owned Reserve Program...............................................    0560-AD60 
78          1994 Feed Grain Farmer-Owned Reserve Program..........................................    0560-AD61 
79          1995-Crop Marketing Quota and Price Support Level for Flue-Cured Tobacco..............    0560-AD62 
80          1995-Crop Marketing Quota and Price Support Level for Burley Tobacco..................    0560-AD63 
81          1995-Crop Marketing Quota and Price Support Levels for Six Kinds of Tobacco...........    0560-AD64 
82          1995-Crop Marketing Quotas for Three Kinds of Tobacco.................................    0560-AD65 
83          1995-Crop Peanuts National Poundage Quota and Minimum Commodity Credit Corporation                  
            (CCC) Export-Edible Sales Price for Additional Peanuts................................    0560-AD66 
84          1995-Crop National Average Loan Rates for Quota and Additional Peanuts................    0560-AD67 
85          Amendments to the Wool and Mohair Program Regulations--Payment Limitations, Marketing               
            Assessments, and Deductions for Marketing Charges.....................................    0560-AD68 
86          Technical Corrections to the Wheat, Feed Grain, Cotton and Rice Program Regulations...    0560-AD72 
87          1995 Wheat Loan Rate and Acreage Reduction Program....................................    0560-AD76 
88          Amendments to ASCS and CCC Debt Settlement Regulations................................    0560-AD78 
89          Reopening of the 1993 Tree Assistance Program.........................................    0560-AD83 
90          Amendment to the Emergency Livestock Assistance Regulations Regarding Feed Allowance                
            and Approval of Counties for Assistance...............................................    0560-AD84 
91          Common Provisions for 1995 Wheat, Feed Grain, Cotton, and Rice Programs...............    0560-AD86 
92          1995 Oilseed Program..................................................................    0560-AD87 
93          Sugar and Crystalline Fructose Information and Recordkeeping Requirements.............    0560-AD88 
94          Amendment to the Warehouse Regulations Regarding Auction Tobacco Warehouses...........    0560-AD92 
95          Amendment to the Tobacco Loan Program Regulations--Budget Deficit Marketing                         
            Assessments...........................................................................    0560-AD93 
96          Requirement for Crop Insurance as a Condition for Program Eligibility.................    0560-AD97 
97          1995 Specifications for Cotton Bale Packaging Materials...............................    0560-AD99 
98          Farmer Programs Guaranteed Interest Assistance Program................................    0560-AE01 
99          Farmer Program Account Servicing Policies for Section 1816 and Other Related Sections               
            for the ``1990 FACT Act''.............................................................    0560-AE02 
100         Implement Section 1818 (Borrower Training) of the Food Agriculture, Conservation, and               
            Trade Act of 1990 (Fact Act)..........................................................    0560-AE04 
101         Guaranteed Loan Programs; Monitoring Liquid Accounts..................................    0560-AE05 
102         Implementation of Certified Lender Program............................................    0560-AE07 
103         1945-D Emergency Loan Policies, Procedures, and Authorizations--Waiver of Crop                      
            Insurance for Crops Planted for Harvest in 1992 and 1993..............................    0560-AE08 
104         Insured and Guaranteed Operating and Farm Ownership Loan and Related Instructions To                
            Implement Sections 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 19 of the Agricultural Credit Improvement Act of              
            1992..................................................................................    0560-AE09 
105         Section 14 of the Agricultural Credit Improvement Act of 1992, (Graduation) and                     
            Sections 1819 (Loan Assessment) and 1821 (Market Placement) of the Fact Act...........    0560-AE11 
106         The Agricultural Credit Improvement Act of 1992.......................................    0560-AE13 
107         Implement Sections 11 and 13 of the Agriculture Credit Improvement Act 1993                         
            (Application Processing Timeframe)....................................................    0560-AE14 
108         Acquisition and Management of Real and Chattel Property...............................    0560-AE15 
109         Removal of the Prohibition Against Charging Interest on Interest on Guaranteed Loans..    0560-AE16 
110         Small Farmer Outreach Training and Technical Assistance Program.......................    0560-AE17 
111         Special Disaster Set-Aside Program; Implementation....................................    0560-AE20 
112         Federal Crop Insurance Reform and Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994    0560-AE25 
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113         Sugar and Crystalline Fructose Marketing Allotment Regulations for Fiscal Years 1992                
            Through 1996..........................................................................    0560-AC14 
114         1993-Crop Sugar Beet and Sugarcane Price Support Loan Rates...........................   0560-AC98  
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115         Amendment to the U.S. Warehouse Act Regulations--License and Inspection Fees..........    0560-AD13 
116         1994-Crop Sugar Beet and Sugarcane Price Support Loan Rates...........................    0560-AD41 
117         1995 Extra Long Staple Cotton Program.................................................    0560-AD42 
118         Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Program Amendments..............................    0560-AD45 
119         Malting Barley Assessment.............................................................    0560-AD55 
120         Amendments to the Wetlands Reserve Program............................................    0560-AD59 
121         Cooperative Marketing Association Eligibility Requirements for Price Support..........    0560-AD70 
122         General Price Support Regulations for Honey...........................................    0560-AD73 
123         General Price Support Regulations for Grain, Rice, and Oil Seeds for 1993 to 1995 Crop              
            Years.................................................................................    0560-AD74 
124         End-Use Certificate System............................................................    0560-AD77 
125         Amendments to the Cotton Price Support Regulations....................................    0560-AD82 
126         Extension of CRP Contracts Scheduled to Expire in FY 1995.............................    0560-AD94 
127         Real Property Insurance...............................................................    0560-AE00 
128         Agricultural Resource Conservation Demonstration Program..............................    0560-AE03 
129         Five-Year Applicant Loan Eligibility Certification by County Committee................    0560-AE06 
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                            Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Prerule Stage                           
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130         Importation of Fruits and Vegetables..................................................    0579-AA58 
131         Importation of Certain Embryos and Animal Semen.......................................    0579-AA63 
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                         Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Proposed Rule Stage                        
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132         Cyclical Review of 9 CFR Part 92, Phase II............................................    0579-AA34 
133         Importation of Certain Animals and Poultry and Certain Animal and Poultry Products--                
            Prevention of Poultry Diseases........................................................    0579-AA38 
134         Addition of Cervidae to the Regulations Concerning Tuberculosis in Livestock..........    0579-AA53 
135         Export Certification..................................................................    0579-AA54 
136         Advance Notice of Proposed Revision of The Federal Seed Act Regulations for Imported                
            Seed..................................................................................    0579-AA64 
137         Definition of ``Biological Products'' and ``Guidelines''..............................    0579-AA65 
138         In Vitro Tests for Serial Release in Place of Animal Potency Tests....................    0579-AA66 
139         Import/Export User Fees...............................................................    0579-AA67 
140         User Fees--Commercial Aircraft and Vessels; Phytosanitary Certificates................    0579-AA68 
141         HSTAIC Repair and Maintenance Fees....................................................    0579-AA69 
142         User Fees, Revised User Fees for Full-Cost Recovery...................................    0579-AA70 
143         Importation of Animals and Animal Products............................................    0579-AA71 
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                          Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Final Rule Stage                          
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144         Exotic Newcastle Disease in All Birds and Poultry; Psittacosis and Ornithosis in                    
            Poultry...............................................................................    0579-AA22 
145         Importation of Unmanufactured Wood....................................................    0579-AA47 
146         Chicken Disease Caused by Salmonella Enteritidis......................................    0579-AA48 
147         Animal Welfare--Standards for Marine Mammals..........................................    0579-AA59 
148         Introduction of Nonindigenous Organisms...............................................    0579-AA61 
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                     Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                     
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149         Regulation of Horses and Farm Animals Under the Animal Welfare Act..................     0579-AA31  
150         National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures...........................     0579-AA33  
151         Honeybees and Honeybee Semen; Removing Certain Restrictions on Honeybees and                        
            Honeybee Semen From New Zealand.....................................................     0579-AA37  
152         Importation of Nursery Stock Plants, Roots, Bulbs, Seeds, and Other Plant Products--                
            Phase II............................................................................     0579-AA41  
153         Pseudorabies........................................................................     0579-AA49  
154         Importation of Certain Dried Pork Products..........................................     0579-AA50  
155         Llamas and Alpacas..................................................................     0579-AA62  
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                Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service--Proposed Rule Stage               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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156         Higher Education Challenge Grants Program; Administrative Provisions..................    0524-AA02 
157         1890 Institution Capacity Building Grants Program; Administrative Provisions..........    0524-AA03 
158         National Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Administrative Provisions.....    0524-AA07 
159         Small Business Innovation Research Program Administrative Provisions..................    0524-AA08 
160         Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program; Administrative Provisions............    0524-AA09 
161         Buildings and Facilities Program Administrative Provisions............................    0524-AA11 
162         Agricultural Telecommunications Program Administrative Provisions.....................    0524-AA12 
163         Personal Property.....................................................................    0524-AA14 
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                 Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service--Final Rule Stage                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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164         Administrative Manual for Federal Excess Personal Property Loaned to State Cooperative              
            Research Activities...................................................................    0524-AA13 
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            Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service--Completed/Longterm Actions            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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165         Food and Agricultural Sciences National Needs Graduate Fellowships Grants Program;                  
            Revised Administrative Provisions.....................................................    0524-AA10 
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                      Rural Housing and Community Development Service--Proposed Rule Stage                      
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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166         Section 502 Rural Housing Loan Policies, Procedures, and Authorizations...............    0575-AA35 
167         Civil Rights Compliance Requirements--1940-D..........................................    0575-AA83 
168         Housing for Rural Homeless and Migrant Farmworkers; Policies, Procedures, and                       
            Authorizations........................................................................    0575-AB14 
169         Management of Hazardous Substances....................................................    0575-AB18 
170         Housing Preservation Grants for Replacement of Housing................................    0575-AB43 
171         Community Programs Guaranteed Loans...................................................    0575-AB48 
172         Implementation Procedures for Highly Erodible Land and Wetlands Conservation                        
            Provisions of the Food Security Act...................................................    0575-AB58 
173         Planning and Performing Construction and Other Development and Related Construction                 
            Seismic Safety........................................................................    0575-AB59 
174         Environmental Program.................................................................    0575-AB64 
175         Rural Housing Voucher Program.........................................................    0575-AB79 
176         Debt Settlement.......................................................................   0575-AB80  
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177         Lender Repurchases of Guaranteed Loans From CFSA......................................    0575-AB92 
178         Rural Rental and Rural Cooperative Housing Loan Policies, Procedures, and                           
            Authorizations - Point Score System To Prioritize Rural Rental Housing Loans..........    0575-AB93 
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                        Rural Housing and Community Development Service--Final Rule Stage                       
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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179         Recapture of Section 502, Rural Housing Subsidy.......................................    0575-AA29 
180         Denying Credit to Applicants Delinquent on Any Federal Debt...........................    0575-AA66 
181         Section 502 Rural Housing Loan Policies, Procedures, and Authorizations (Deferred                   
            Mortgage Program).....................................................................    0575-AA87 
182         Planning and Performing Site Development Work.........................................    0575-AA88 
183         Rural Housing Guaranteed Loans........................................................    0575-AB15 
184         Section 502 Rural Housing Loan Policies, Procedures, and Authorizations (Interest                   
            Credit/Earned Income).................................................................    0575-AB16 
185         Disposition of Interests in Indian Trust Land.........................................    0575-AB17 
186         1927-B Real Estate Title Clearance and Loan Closing...................................    0575-AB52 
187         Offsets of Federal Payments to FmHA Borrowers.........................................    0575-AB55 
188         Section 515 Nonprofit Set-Aside Funds.................................................    0575-AB60 
189         Security Servicing for Multiple-Family Housing Loans..................................    0575-AB73 
190         Community Facility Loans: Internal Revenue Service Taxpayers Identification Number....    0575-AB77 
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                   Rural Housing and Community Development Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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191         Liquidation, Management, and Disposition of Real Property With Secured Single Family                
            Housing (SFH) Loans...................................................................    0575-AA03 
192         Servicing Cases Where Unauthorized Loan or Other Financial Assistance Was Received--                
            Multiple Family Housing...............................................................    0575-AA69 
193         Adverse Decisions and Administrative Appeals; FmHA Instruction 1900-B.................    0575-AA70 
194         Farm Labor Housing Loan and Grant Policies, Procedures, and Authorizations............    0575-AB47 
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                                Federal Crop Insurance Corporation--Prerule Stage                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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195         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Hybrid Corn Seed Crop Insurance Provisions.........    0563-AA78 
196         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Tobacco (Quota Plan) and Tobacco (Guaranteed Plan)               
            Crop Insurance Provisions.............................................................    0563-AA84 
197         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Onion Crop Insurance Provisions....................    0563-AA87 
198         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Potato Crop Insurance Provisions...................    0563-AA89 
199         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Popcorn Crop Insurance Provisions..................    0563-AA91 
200         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Dry Pea Crop Insurance Provisions..................    0563-AA92 
201         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Sugarbeet Crop Insurance Provisions................    0563-AA93 
202         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Canning and Processing Tomato Crop Insurance                     
            Provisions............................................................................    0563-AA94 
203         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Fresh Tomato Crop Insurance Provisions.............    0563-AA95 
204         General Administrative Regulations; High Risk Land Regulations........................    0563-AA98 
205         General Administrative Regulations; Subpart D; Application for Crop Insurance.........    0563-AB00 
206         General Administrative Regulations; Subpart Z; Ineligible File - Crop Insurance                     
            Ineligibility.........................................................................    0563-AB01 
207         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Dry Bean Crop Insurance Provisions.................    0563-AB02 
208         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Various Crop Insurance Provisions..................    0563-AB03 
209         General Administrative Regulations; Nonstandard Classification System; Subpart O......    0563-AB05 
210         Provisions; Part 459 Group Risk Plan Crop Insurance...................................    0563-AB06 
211         General Administrative Regulations; Regulations for Insurance Coverage by Written                   
            Agreement.............................................................................    0563-AB07 
212         General Administrative Regulations: Subpart K; Debt Management........................   0563-AB14  
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213         General Administrative Regulations; Subpart V; Supplemental and Alternative Crop                    
            Insurance Policy Approval Process.....................................................    0563-AB15 
214         General Administrative Regulations; Subpart J; Appeal Procedure Regulations...........    0563-AB17 
215         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Various Crop Insurance Policies; Coverage in Terms               
            of Dollars Per Acre...................................................................    0563-AB18 
216         General Administrative Regulations; Subpart N; Disaster Assistance Act of 1988........    0563-AB20 
217         General Administrative Regulations; Federal Jurisdiction and Statute of Limitation for              
            Suits Based Upon Denial of Claims for Indemnity.......................................    0563-AB21 
218         General Administrative Regulations; Actual Production History Coverage Program;                     
            Transitional Yields for Producers of Feed or Forage...................................    0563-AB23 
219         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Small Grains, Cotton, ELS Cotton, and Coarse Grains              
            Crop Provisions.......................................................................    0563-AB24 
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                             Federal Crop Insurance Corporation--Proposed Rule Stage                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
220         Sugarcane Endorsement for Part 457, Common Crop Insurance Regulations.................    0563-AA79 
221         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Peanut Crop Insurance Provisions...................    0563-AA85 
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                              Federal Crop Insurance Corporation--Final Rule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
222         General Crop Insurance Regulations; Late and Prevented Planting Provisions for Various              
            Crops.................................................................................    0563-AA80 
223         General Administrative Regulations; Subpart L, Reinsurance Agreement - Standards for                
            Approval..............................................................................    0563-AB08 
224         Catastrophic Risk Protection Endorsement..............................................    0563-AB09 
225         General Administrative Regulations; Sanctions; Subpart R..............................    0563-AB10 
226         General Administrative Regulations: Subpart T; Federal Crop Insurance Reform Act of                 
            1994; Regulations for Implementation..................................................    0563-AB11 
227         Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program...........................................    0563-AB13 
228         General Crop Insurance Regulations; Rice Endorsement..................................    0563-AB19 
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                         Federal Crop Insurance Corporation--Completed/Longterm Actions                         
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
229         Reinsurance Agreement--Standards for Approval Regulations for 1988 and Subsequent                   
            Contract Years........................................................................    0563-AA74 
230         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Sunflower Crop Insurance Provisions................    0563-AA77 
231         Nursery Crop Endorsement for Part 457 Common Crop Insurance Regulations...............    0563-AA82 
232         General Administrative Regulations; Group Risk Plan (GRP).............................    0563-AA83 
233         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Forage Production Insurance Provisions.............    0563-AA88 
234         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Flaxseed Crop Insurance Provisions.................    0563-AA90 
235         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Almond Crop Insurance Provisions...................    0563-AA96 
236         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Raisin Crop Insurance Provisions...................    0563-AA97 
237         General Administrative Regulations; Subpart Q; Collection and Storage of Social                     
            Security Account Numbers and Employer Identification Numbers..........................    0563-AA99 
238         Common Crop Insurance Regulations, Hybrid Sorghum Seed Crop Insurance Provisions......    0563-AB04 
239         Common Crop Insurance Regulations; Sunflower Seed Crop Insurance Provisions...........    0563-AB16 
240         Common Crop Insurance Regulations for 1995 and Subsequent Contract Years                            
            (Appropriation Contingency)...........................................................    0563-AB22 
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                     Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration--Prerule Stage                     
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                                                                                                    Regulation  
 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
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241         United States Standards for Corn....................................................     0580-AA28  
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                  Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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242         United States Standards for Barley....................................................    0580-AA29 
243         Official Performance and Procedural Requirements for Grain Weighing Equipment and                   
            Related Grain Handling Systems........................................................    0580-AA39 
244         Fees for Official Inspection and Weighing Service.....................................    0580-AA40 
245         U.S. Standards for Flaxseed, Mixed Grains, Oats, Rye, Sunflower Seed, and Triticale...    0580-AA42 
246         Regulations and Statements of General Policy Under the Packers and Stockyards Act                   
            (Group 2).............................................................................    0580-AA44 
247         Regulations and Statements of General Policy Under the Packers and Stockyards Act                   
            (Group 3).............................................................................    0580-AA45 
248         Statement of General Policy Under the Packers and Stockyard Act: Care and Handling of               
            Livestock.............................................................................    0580-AA46 
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                    Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration--Final Rule Stage                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
249         Fees for Official Inspection and Weighing Services....................................    0580-AA27 
250         Fees for Beltsville Laboratory Test Services..........................................    0580-AA41 
251         Regulations and Statements of General Policy Under the Packers and Stockyards Act                   
            (Group 1).............................................................................    0580-AA43 
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               Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration--Completed/Longterm Actions              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
252         A Review of the Regulations Under the United States Grain Standards Act: Part 800.....    0580-AA08 
253         Regulatory Application of Water to Grain..............................................    0580-AA25 
254         Fees for Official Pesticide Residue Testing...........................................    0580-AA36 
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                                 Food and Consumer Service--Proposed Rule Stage                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
255         Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Food                      
            Delivery Systems......................................................................    0584-AA80 
256         Food Stamp Program: Emergency Assistance for Victims of Disasters.....................    0584-AA85 
257         Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Part 246.10,              
            Food Package III, Children/Women With Special Dietary Needs...........................    0584-AB09 
258         Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Miscellaneous              
            Provisions............................................................................    0584-AB10 
259         Child and Adult Care Food Program: Authority To Collect Overclaims....................    0584-AB19 
260         Child and Adult Care Food Program: Prohibition of Institutionalized Adults............    0584-AB21 
261         Food Distribution Programs--Paperwork Reduction.......................................    0584-AB27 
262         Food Distribution Programs--Implementation of 1990 Farm Bill..........................    0584-AB28 
263         Child Nutrition Programs: Revision of Infant Meal Patterns for the Child Nutrition                  
            Program...............................................................................    0584-AB34 
264         Commodity Supplemental Food Program: Elderly-Only Sites, Administrative Funding,                    
            Referrals to Health and Social Services, Caseload Allocation Process, Priority System,              
            and Miscellaneous.....................................................................    0584-AB37 
265         Food Stamp Program: 1995 Quality Control Technical Amendments.........................    0584-AB38 
266         National School Lunch Program: Review of Free and Reduced Price Application Under the               
            Coordinated Review Effort.............................................................   0584-AB50  
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267         Provisions of Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988, Amendments of                   
            1990, and Implementation of the Disqualified Recipient Subsystem......................    0584-AB51 
268         Food Distribution Programs--Disaster Provisions.......................................    0584-AB55 
269         Food Stamp Program: Anticipating Income and Reporting Changes.........................    0584-AB57 
270         Food Stamp Program: Quality Control Provisions of the Mickey Leland Childhood Hunger                
            Relief Act............................................................................    0584-AB75 
271         Child and Adult Care Food Program: Elimination of Whole Cow's Milk From the Infant                  
            Meal Pattern..........................................................................    0584-AB81 
272         Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations: Eligibility and Benefits............    0584-AB83 
273         Food Stamp Program: Revisions in Use and Disclosure of Information Provided by Retail               
            Food Stores and Wholesale Food Concerns...............................................    0584-AB87 
274         Food Stamp Program Recipient Claims Establishment and Recovery of Overissuances.......    0584-AB88 
275         Collecting Food Stamp Recipient Claims From Federal Income Tax Refunds and Federal                  
            Salaries..............................................................................    0584-AB89 
276         Food Stamp Program: Revisions in Retail Food Store Eligibility Criteria and in                      
            Eligibility Guidance and Program Authorization........................................    0584-AB90 
277         Monthly Reporting on Indian Reservations Provision of Food Stamp Program Improvements               
            Act of 1994...........................................................................    0584-AB98 
278         Waiver Authority Under the State Processing Program...................................    0584-AB99 
279         Amendment to Promote Healthy Meals for Healthy Children in Schools....................    0584-AC01 
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                                   Food and Consumer Service--Final Rule Stage                                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
280         Food Stamp Program: Student Eligibility...............................................    0584-AA90 
281         Miscellaneous Farm Bill Provisions Relating to the Authorization of Retail Firms and                
            Wholesale Food Concerns...............................................................    0584-AB02 
282         Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Food Cost                  
            Containment Requirements..............................................................    0584-AB11 
283         Determination of Eligibility for Free Meals by Summer Food Service Program Sponsors                 
            and Free and Reduced Price Meals by Child and Adult Care Food Program Institutions....    0584-AB17 
284         Benefit Delivery Rule.................................................................    0584-AB32 
285         Permanent Agreements/Direct Certification in National School Lunch, School Breakfast,               
            and Special Milk Programs.............................................................    0584-AB35 
286         Food Stamp Program: Resource Provision From the Mickey Leland Memorial Domestic Hunger              
            Relief Act of 1990....................................................................    0584-AB40 
287         WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program.................................................    0584-AB43 
288         Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Infant                     
            Formula Procurement Act of 1992.......................................................    0584-AB52 
289         Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Homelessness/              
            Migrancy as Nutritional Risk Conditions...............................................    0584-AB53 
290         Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations--Oklahoma Waiver Authority...........    0584-AB56 
291         Food Stamp Program: Child Support Deduction...........................................    0584-AB58 
292         Food Stamp Program: Excess Shelter Expense Limit and Standard Utility Allowances......    0584-AB59 
293         Food Stamp Program: Simplification of Program Rules...................................    0584-AB60 
294         National School Lunch Program, State Admin. Expense Funds and Determining Elig. for                 
            Free and Reduced Price Meals and Free Milk in Schools: Tech. Corrections to                         
            Coordinated Review Effort Rule........................................................    0584-AB63 
295         Food Stamp Program: Payment of Certain Administrative Costs of State Agencies.........    0584-AB66 
296         Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations: Definition of Indian Tribal                       
            Household.............................................................................    0584-AB67 
297         Child Nutrition Programs: Nutrition Objectives for School Meals.......................    0584-AB73 
298         FSP: Targeting for Income and Eligibility Verification................................    0584-AB74 
299         Food Stamp Program: Certification Provisions of the Mickey Leland Childhood Hunger                  
            Relief Act............................................................................    0584-AB76 
300         Food Stamp Program: Utility Reimbursement Exclusion...................................    0584-AB79 
301         National School Lunch, Special Milk, School Breakfast, Child and Adult Care Food and                
            Summer Food Service Programs: Purchase of Food Products Produced in the U.S...........    0584-AB82 
302         Treatment of Educational and Training Assistance......................................    0584-AB84 
303         Food Stamp Program: Disqualification Penalties for Intentional Program Violations.....    0584-AB91 
304         Food Stamp Program Automated Data Processing Equipment and Services; Reduction in                   
            Reporting Requirements................................................................    0584-AB92 
305         Nutrition Objectives for School Meals--Food-Based Alternatives........................    0584-AB94 
306         Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC):                       
            Implementation of Nondiscretionary WIC Provisions of Pub. L. 103-448..................    0584-AC02 
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                              Food and Consumer Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                             
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                                                                                                    Regulation  
 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
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307         Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements......................................     0584-AA73  
308         Food Stamp Program: Discretionary Retailer Wholesaler Changes.......................     0584-AB03  
309         Child and Adult Care Food Program: Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act                      
            Amendments..........................................................................     0584-AB16  
310         Technical Amendments to the State Processing Program and the National Commodity                     
            Processing Program..................................................................     0584-AB30  
311         State Administrative Expense Funds: National School Lunch Program, Special Milk                     
            Program, School Breakfast Program, Child and Adult Care Food Programs, Food                         
            Distribution Program................................................................     0584-AB31  
312         Child and Adult Care Food Program: Paperwork Reduction Regulations..................     0584-AB33  
313         Distribution of Employment and Training Performance-Based Funds.....................     0584-AB47  
314         Emergency Food Assistance Program--Administrative Costs.............................     0584-AB54  
315         Alternate Foods for Meals: Enriched Macaroni Products With Fortified Protein........     0584-AB68  
316         Consideration of an Alternate Protein Source, Whey Protein Concentrate, as a Meat                   
            Alternate for Use in the Child Nutrition Programs...................................     0584-AB69  
317         Food Stamp Program Medical Expense Deduction........................................     0584-AB78  
318         Asset Accumulation Demonstration Projects...........................................     0584-AB80  
319         Food Stamp Program: Maximum Allotments for the 48 States and DC, and Income                         
            Eligibility Standards & Deductions for the 48 States, DC, Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and                 
            the Virgin Islands..................................................................     0584-AB85  
320         Food Stamp Program: Maximum Allotments for Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and the Virgin                     
            Islands.............................................................................     0584-AB86  
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                             Food Safety and Inspection Service--Proposed Rule Stage                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
321         Food Additives and GRAS Substances Used as Ingredients in Meat Food and Poultry                     
            Products..............................................................................    0583-AB02 
322         Substitute Products Identified by Standardized Terms and Nutrient Content Claims......    0583-AB51 
323         Pathogen Reduction; Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Systems.......    0583-AB69 
324         Use of Trisodium Phosphate on Raw, Unchilled Poultry Carcasses........................    0583-AB80 
325         Nutrition Labeling; New Product Categories and Reference Amounts......................    0583-AB81 
326         Transporting Undenatured Poultry Feet to Other Establishments for Processing..........    0583-AB84 
327         Use of the Term ``Fresh'' on the Labeling of Raw Poultry Products.....................    0583-AB86 
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                              Food Safety and Inspection Service--Final Rule Stage                              
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
328         Requirements for Foreign Country Import Certification and Live Animal Importation.....    0583-AA47 
329         Nutrition Labeling: Health Claims on Meat and Poultry Products........................    0583-AB64 
330         Trisodium Phosphate as a Post-Chill Antimicrobial Treatment for Raw Poultry...........    0583-AB65 
331         Poultry Products Produced by Mechanical Separation and Products in Which Such Poultry               
            Products Are Used.....................................................................    0583-AB68 
332         Nutrition Labeling of Ground Beef and Hamburger.......................................    0583-AB74 
333         Use of Soy Protein Concentrate and Food Starch--Modified as Binders in Cured Pork                   
            Products: Direct Final Rule...........................................................    0583-AB82 
334         Reduction of Accreditation Fees for FSIS-Accredited Laboratories......................    0583-AB87 
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                         Food Safety and Inspection Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                         
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
335         Sodium/Potassium Lactate as Means of Reducing Certain Pathogenic Microorganisms in                  
            Certain Poultry Products..............................................................    0583-AA83 
336         Control of Added Substances and Labeling Requirements for Turkey Ham Products.........    0583-AA84 
337         Imported Canadian Product; Provision for ``Streamlined'' Inspection Procedures;                     
            Exemption From Official Mark of Inspection............................................    0583-AA99 
338         Centralization and Automation of Export Certification Process.........................    0583-AB04 
339         Use of Compressed Air, Carbon Dioxide Gas, or Nitrogen Gas To Facilitate Boning of                  
            Carcasses or Parts Thereof............................................................    0583-AB13 
340         Policy for Differentiating Between Calves and Adult Cattle............................   0583-AB18  
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341         Determining the Amenability of Birds to Mandatory Federal Inspection..................    0583-AB29 
342         Notification of Residue Violators and Testing of Subsequent Shipments of Animals......    0583-AB32 
343         Requirements for Imported Poultry Products............................................    0583-AB42 
344         Prior Label Approval Process..........................................................    0583-AB50 
345         Prominent Labeling Disclosures on Meat and Poultry Products...........................    0583-AB53 
346         Procedures for Appealing Product Retentions...........................................    0583-AB62 
347         Recordkeeping and Production Code Requirements for Meat and Poultry Establishments....    0583-AB70 
348         Refrigeration Requirements for Raw Meat and Poultry Products..........................    0583-AB75 
349         Meat Produced by Advanced Meat/Bone Separation Machinery and Meat Recovery Systems....    0583-AB76 
350         Enhanced Poultry Inspection...........................................................    0583-AB79 
351         Fee Increase for Inspection Services..................................................    0583-AB83 
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                                Foreign Agricultural Service--Proposed Rule Stage                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
352         Proposed Regulations Governing Implementation of the Cooperator Market Development                  
            Program Overseas......................................................................    0551-AA26 
353         Section 22 Import Quotas..............................................................    0551-AA27 
354         CCC Export Credit Guarantee Program (GSM-102) and CCC Intermediate Export Credit                    
            Guarantee Program (GSM-103)...........................................................    0551-AA30 
355         Reporting Requirements Related to Tobacco Exports.....................................    0551-AA32 
356         Sugar Import Licensing................................................................    0551-AA39 
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                                 Foreign Agricultural Service--Final Rule Stage                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
357         Program Criteria for the Sunflowerseed Oil Assistance Program (SOAP) and the                        
            Cottonseed Oil Assistance Program (COAP)..............................................    0551-AA31 
358         Sunflowerseed Oil Assistance Program Operations (SOAP) and Cottonseed Oil Assistance                
            Program Operations (COAP).............................................................    0551-AA33 
359         Direct Credit Programs (GSM-5, GSM-201, GSM-301) Regulations..........................    0551-AA34 
360         Emerging Democracies Agricultural Facility Guarantee Program..........................    0551-AA35 
361         Regulations Governing the Financing of Commercial Sales of Agricultural Commodities                 
            (P.L. 480 Title I Program)............................................................    0551-AA36 
362         Foreign Donation of Agricultural Commodities..........................................    0551-AA38 
363         Export Bonus Programs.................................................................    0551-AA40 
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                            Foreign Agricultural Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
364         Regulations Governing Implementation of the Market Promotion Program (MPP) Overseas...    0551-AA24 
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                                       Forest Service--Proposed Rule Stage                                      
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
365         Hydropower Applications...............................................................    0596-AA47 
366         National Forest Prohibitions; Law Enforcement Support Activities......................    0596-AA75 
367         Revise Small Tracts Act Regulations...................................................    0596-AA79 
368         Isolated Cabin Policy.................................................................   0596-AA85  
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369         Solid Waste Disposal Policy...........................................................    0596-AA92 
370         Irrevocable Letter of Credit..........................................................    0596-AA93 
371         Timber Sale Performance and Payment Bond Form Revision................................    0596-AA94 
372         National Forest System Land and Resource Management Planning..........................    0596-AB20 
373         Disposal of National Forest Timber; Cancellation of Timber Sale Contracts.............    0596-AB21 
374         Change Emphasis Away From Residual Value Appraisal to Transaction Evidence Appraisal                
            as the Prime Method of Appraising National Forest Timber..............................    0596-AB26 
375         Species Surplus to Domestic Manufacturing Needs.......................................    0596-AB27 
376         Retention of Downpayment on Timber Sale Contracts.....................................    0596-AB28 
377         National Forest System Land and Resource Management Planning Forest Service Manual                  
            Chapter 1920..........................................................................    0596-AB31 
378         Use of Fixed Anchors for Rock Climbing in Wilderness..................................    0596-AB33 
379         Collection of Reimbursable Costs for Processing Special-Use Applications and                        
            Administration of Special-Use Authorizations..........................................    0596-AB36 
380         Exercise of Outstanding Mineral Rights................................................    0596-AB38 
381         Smith River National Recreation Area..................................................    0596-AB39 
382         Indices to Determine Market-Related Term Additions....................................    0596-AB40 
383         Market-Related Term Additions.........................................................    0596-AB41 
384         Private Sale of Golden Eagle Passports................................................    0596-AB44 
385         Appeal of Decisions Relating to Occupancy and Use of National Forest System Lands.....    0596-AB45 
386         Sale and Disposal of National Forest System Timber; Extension of Timber Sale Contracts              
            To Permit Urgent Removal of Other Timber..............................................    0596-AB48 
387         Ski Area Permit Fee System............................................................    0596-AB49 
388         Disposal of National Forest Timber: Timber Sale Contract Revisions....................    0596-AB52 
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                                        Forest Service--Final Rule Stage                                        
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
389         36 CFR Part 222 Subpart A: Management of Grazing Use Within Rangeland Ecosystems......    0596-AA35 
390         Indian Allotments on National Forest System Lands.....................................    0596-AA52 
391         Land Uses and Prohibitions; Noncommercial Group Uses..................................    0596-AA80 
392         Federal Timber Export and Substitution Restrictions (Comprehensive Revision)..........    0596-AB22 
393         State and Private Forestry Assistance Stewardship Incentive Program...................    0596-AB32 
394         Special-Use Applications and Administration of Special-Use Authorizations.............    0596-AB35 
395         Occupancy and Use of Developed Sites and Areas of Concentrated Public Use.............    0596-AB43 
396         Animal Damage Management..............................................................    0596-AB47 
397         Fee Schedules for Communication Uses on National Forest System Lands..................    0596-AB51 
398         Outfitting and Guiding Permits and Fees...............................................    0596-AB53 
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                                   Forest Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
399         Prohibition on Mechanical Transport and Other Activities in Wilderness................    0596-AA39 
400         Pre-Award Information Requirements....................................................    0596-AB03 
401         36 CFR 222 Range Management, Subpart C Grazing Fees...................................    0596-AB42 
402         Use of Bait in Hunting................................................................    0596-AB46 
403         36 CFR 222 Range Management; Subpart C; 222.51 Grazing Fees in the West; (j)                        
            Qualification Criteria................................................................    0596-AB50 
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                             Office of Chief Financial Officer--Proposed Rule Stage                             
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                                                                                                    Regulation  
 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
404         Audits of State, Local, and Indian Tribal Governments...............................     0505-AA09  
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                            Office of the General Counsel--Completed/Longterm Actions                           
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
405         Rules of Practice.....................................................................    0510-AA00 
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                                  Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage                                  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
406         Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Department of                        
            Agriculture...........................................................................    0503-AA05 
407         Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals and Other Non-               
            Profit Organizations..................................................................    0503-AA10 
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                               Office of the Secretary--Completed/Longterm Actions                              
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
408         Food Stamp Program: Forfeiture and Denial of Property Rights..........................    0503-AA07 
409         Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and              
            Local Governments.....................................................................    0503-AA08 
410         Designation of Rural Empowerment Zones and Enterprise Communities.....................    0503-AA09 
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                     Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service--Proposed Rule Stage                    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
411         Alcohol Fuels Credit Implementing Regulations.........................................    0570-AA01 
412         Local Technical Assistance and Planning Grants........................................    0570-AA05 
413         Community Facility Loans: Recreation and Tourism......................................    0570-AA14 
414         Civil Rights Policies Applicable to REA Borrowers.....................................    0570-AA17 
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                      Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service--Final Rule Stage                      
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
415         Rural Technology Development Grants...................................................    0570-AA02 
416         Rural Business Enterprise Grants and Television Demonstration Grants..................    0570-AA08 
417         Rural Business Loan Streamlining......................................................    0570-AA09 
418         1980-E Business and Industrial Loan Program--Audit Requirements.......................    0570-AA11 
419         Rural Business Enterprise Grants and TV Demonstration Grants; Technical Assistance and              
            Training Grants; Nonprofit National Corporations Loan and Grant Program...............    0570-AA12 
420         Business and Industrial Interest Buydown..............................................    0570-AA13 
421         Intermediary Relending Program Rewrite................................................    0570-AA15 
422         Business and Industrial Loan Program..................................................    0570-AA16 
423         Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant Program.....................................    0570-AA18 
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                 Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation  
 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
424         Federal-State Research on Cooperatives Program......................................     0570-AA10  
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                                  Rural Utilities Service--Proposed Rule Stage                                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
425         Loan Security Documents--Telephone Program............................................    0572-AA30 
426         Wholesale Contracts for the Purchase and Sale of Electric Power and Energy............    0572-AA41 
427         Revision of Telecommunication Policies and Procedures for Approval of Standards,                    
            Specifications, Contract Forms, and Drawings..........................................    0572-AA45 
428         Electric System Planning and Design--Policies and Procedures..........................    0572-AA48 
429         Margin Stabilization Plans and Revenue and Expense Deferrals..........................    0572-AA50 
430         Specification for Fiber Optic Splice Closures.........................................    0572-AA62 
431         REA Specification for Mechanical Fiber Optic Splices..................................    0572-AA64 
432         Rescission of REA Bulletins 345-13, 345-29, 345-75, and 345-178 --Telephone Program                 
            Regulations...........................................................................    0572-AA66 
433         Electric Standards and Specifications for Materials and Construction..................    0572-AA67 
434         Post-Loan Policies and Procedures Common to Insured and Guaranteed Electric Loans.....    0572-AA71 
435         REA Buy American Requirement..........................................................    0572-AA73 
436         Electric Systems Operations and Maintenance...........................................    0572-AA74 
437         Loan Documents--Bank Program..........................................................    0572-AA76 
438         Depreciation Rates and Procedures.....................................................    0572-AA80 
439         Specification for Pole Line Hardware..................................................    0572-AA83 
440         REA Fidelity and Insurance Requirements for Electric and Telephone Borrowers..........    0572-AA86 
441         Title Evidence Policies and Procedures................................................    0572-AA90 
442         Preservation of Records Accounting Requirements for REA Electric Borrowers............    0572-AA92 
443         Use of General Funds Investments, Loan Guarantees, and Retirement of Capital Credits                
            by Electric Borrowers.................................................................    0572-AB01 
444         REA Approval of Sale of Capital Assets by Electric Borrowers..........................    0572-AB02 
445         Loan Deferments for Energy Resources Conservation - Electric Program..................    0572-AB03 
446         Power Requirement Studies.............................................................    0572-AB05 
447         Credit Support of Power Supply Borrowers..............................................    0572-AB09 
448         Community Facility Loans - Construct or Improve Solid Waste Facilities................    0572-AB12 
449         Liquidation of Loans and Acquisition, Management and Disposal of Security Property....    0572-AB13 
450         Solid Waste Management Grants.........................................................    0572-AB14 
451         Technical Assistance and Training Grants..............................................    0572-AB15 
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                                    Rural Utilities Service--Final Rule Stage                                   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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452         Loan Account Computations, Policies, and Procedures...................................    0572-AA65 
453         REA Performance Specification for Line Concentrators..................................    0572-AA72 
454         Long-Range Financial Forecasts of Electric Borrowers..................................    0572-AA89 
455         Exemptions of REA Controls Over Borrower Operations...................................    0572-AA96 
456         Pre-loan Policies and Procedures for Electric Loans...................................    0572-AA98 
457         Loans for Demand-Side Management, Energy Conservation Programs, and On-Grid and Off-                
            Grid Renewable Energy Systems.........................................................    0572-AA99 
458         Refinancing and Prepayment of FFB Loans...............................................    0572-AB00 
459         Loan Security Documents for Electric Loans............................................    0572-AB06 
460         Accounting Requirements for REA Telephone Borrowers...................................    0572-AB10 
461         Community Facility Loans - Timber-Dependent Communities...............................    0572-AB11 
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                           [[Page 23023]]
                               Rural Utilities Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                              
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                                                                                                    Regulation  
 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
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462         Electric System Construction Policies and Procedures--Electric Materials and                        
            Construction........................................................................     0572-AA47  
463         Pre-Loan Policies and Procedures for Insured Electric Loans.........................     0572-AA69  
464         Electric System Construction Policies and Procedures................................     0572-AA84  
465         State Telecommunications Modernization Plan.........................................     0572-AB07  
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                            National Resources Conservation Service--Final Rule Stage                           
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
466         Wetlands Reserve Program Interim Rule.................................................    0578-AA15 
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                       National Resources Conservation Service--Completed/Longterm Actions                      
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
467         Soil Surveys..........................................................................    0578-AA00 
468         Farmland Protection Policy Act........................................................    0578-AA14 
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                                    Office of Operations--Proposed Rule Stage                                   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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469         Agriculture Acquisition Regulation....................................................    0599-AA00 
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                                Office of Operations--Completed/Longterm Actions                                
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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470         New Restrictions on Lobbying..........................................................    0599-AA01 
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

1. VOLUNTARY AND MANDATORY EGG AND EGG PRODUCTS INSPECTION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1621 to 1627 Agricultural Marketing Act of 
1946; 21 USC 1031 to 1056 Egg Products Inspection Act

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 55; 7 CFR 59

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposal will change the terminology describing 
facilities to be furnished, redefine dirty eggs, define split samples 
and recognized laboratories, and clarify scheduling operations, 
officially identifying products appeal procedures, and general 
operating procedures among the inspectors who must enforce both 
regulations.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Janice L. Lockard, Chief, Standardization Branch, 
Poultry Division, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing 
Service, Room 3944 South Building, P.O. Box 96456, Washington, DC 
20090-6456, 202 720-3506
RIN: 0581-AA58

______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________


2. REVISION OF 7 CFR 29.500 FEES AND CHARGES FOR INSPECTION AND 
GRADING OF IMPORTED TOBACCO
Priority:  Other Significant
Legal Authority:  7 USC 511d
CFR Citation:  7 CFR 29.500
Legal Deadline: None
[[Page 23024]] Abstract: This revision would adjust the fee charged for 
the inspection of imported tobacco to ensure a level comparable to that 
charged for domestic tobacco. This action is required by the Omnibus 
Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: John P. Duncan III, Director, Tobacco Division, 
Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Room 502 
Annex Building, P.O. Box 96456, Washington DC 20090-6456, 202 205-0567

RIN: 0581-AB12



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

3. STANDARDS FOR PRODUCTS PRODUCED FOLLOWING ORGANIC PRODUCTION, 
PROCESSING AND HANDLING METHODS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624, sec 2101 to 2123; 7 USC 6501 to 6522

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, May 28, 1992. Final, Statutory, 
October 1, 1993. Other, Statutory, May 28, 1991.
The Organic Foods Production Act calls for the Secretary to appoint the 
National Organic Standards Board 180 days after enactment and convene 
it within 60 days thereafter.

Abstract: The Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 (OFPA) states that 
the Secretary shall establish an organic certification program for 
producers and handlers of agricultural products that have been produced 
using organic methods. The OFPA provides for three proposed actions by 
the Department of Agriculture: (1) the accreditation of state and 
private certifying agents for the Secretary, which includes provision 
for the collection of reasonable fees from producers, certifying 
agents, and handlers who participate in the program; (2) the 
establishment of a national list of natural substances prohibited, and 
synthetic substances allowed in organic production and handling; and 
(3) the development of national standards and procedures to be used in 
organic production, processing and handling, with the requirement that 
any product labeled as organically produced will have to be certified 
once the program is implemented (except for producers with less than 
$5,000 gross sales). The OFPA also calls for establishment of a 
National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), notices of meetings, notices 
for hearings for standards for livestock products.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Organic Livestock Hearings      12/30/93                    58 FR 69315
NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Harold S. Ricker, Assistant Director, Transportation 
and Marketing Division, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural 
Marketing Service, Room 4006 South Building, P.O. Box 96456, 
Washington, DC 20090-6456, 202 720-2704

RIN: 0581-AA40
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

4. REFRIGERATION AND LABELING REQUIREMENTS FOR SHELL EGGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1621 to 1627 Agricultural Marketing Act; 7 USC 
1031 to 1056 Egg Products Inspection Act

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 56; 7 CFR 59

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Research has shown that refrigeration is a significant factor 
in the reduction of bacterial growth in shell eggs. To reduce the risk 
of human illness from Salmonella bacteria, a shell egg industry task 
force believed that refrigeration of eggs was an appropriate course of 
action. The task force subsequently sought legislation to require that 
shell eggs be refrigerated at an ambient temperature no greater than 45 
degrees F after packing for the ultimate consumer and be labeled to 
indicate that refrigeration is required. The Egg Products Inspection 
Act (EPIA) was amended to include these requirements, effective 
December 13, 1991. As the proposed regulations will implement the 
requirements of the EPIA, there is no alternative to this proposal. 
Based on USDA egg production and price data, estimated first year 
compliance costs are $40.67 million and represent 1.37 percent of gross 
industry proceeds or $0.0083 per dozen. Since the first year figures 
include nonrecurring expenditures for facilities and vehicles, the 
total industry cost will be less in subsequent years.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/27/92                    57 FR 48569
NPRM Comment Period End         12/28/92


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janice L. Lockard, Chief, Standardization Branch, 
Poultry Division, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing 
Service, Room 3944 South Building, P.O. Box 96456, Washington, DC 
20090-6456, 202 720-3506

RIN: 0581-AA66
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

5. CHANGES IN FEES FOR VOLUNTARY FEDERAL MEAT GRADING AND 
CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1621 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 54

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this proposed regulation is to raise the fees 
for Federal meat grading and certification services to insure that the 
program operates on a financially self-supporting basis. The fee 
increase is in response to a Congressionally-mandated nationwide 3.09 
percent salary increase that was effective January 9, 1994; a 
Congressionally-mandated variable, geographic region salary increase 
that was effective January 9, 1994; an anticipated nationwide 2.3 
percent salary increase in fiscal year (FY) 1995; [[Page 23025]] and a 
nationwide 2.09 percent salary increase in FY 1996.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Larry R. Meadows, Chief, Meat Grading and Certification 
Branch, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, 
USDA, AMS, LS, MGC, P.O. Box 96456, Room 2093-So., Washington, DC 
20090-6456, 202 720-1113

RIN: 0581-AB34
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________


6. SALMONELLA RECOGNIZED LABORATORY PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1621 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The egg products inspection program is administered by the 
USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) in accordance with 7 USC 59, 
Regulations Governing the Inspection of Egg Products. The regulations 
provide for microbiological surveillance testing of pasteurized egg 
products for Salmonella spp. The regulations also state that the 
analyses must be conducted with approved USDA detection methodologies 
and procedures. A recent audit of the inspection program by the 
Department's Office of the Inspector General identified a need to 
strengthen Federal oversight of surveillance samples. To resolve this 
issue, a domestic Laboratory Recognition Program will be implemented 
for more than 50 commercial laboratories from which AMS accepts 
Salmonella test results. The program will require documentation as to 
ability and proficiency to perform these tests on egg products.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Isaac G. Sterling, Microbiologist, Department of 
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Technical Services Branch, 
P.O. Box 96456, Room 3517-S, Washington, DC 20090-6456, 202 720-5878

RIN: 0581-AB38



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

7. REVISION OF REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE INSPECTION AND GRADING 
SERVICES OF MANUFACTURED OR PROCESSED DAIRY PRODUCTS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1621 to 1627 Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulations have not been updated since December 1, 1976. 
The revisions of regulations are needed to reflect more desirable ways 
of carrying out the dairy inspection and grading program. The changes 
are not expected to have any major impact on program participation, 
however, in that most participants are operating in a manner that is 
consistent with the proposed changes.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/10/92                    57 FR 35492
NPRM Comment Period End         10/09/92                    57 FR 35492


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Tracy Schonrock, Chief, Inspection and Grading Branch, 
Dairy Division, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing 
Service, Room 2968 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 690-0530

RIN: 0581-AA45
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

8. RELATING TO INSPECTION AND GRADING OF BURLEY TOBACCO

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 511 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 29.3053

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This revision would require that the average bale weight in 
each lot of burley tobacco not exceed 100 pounds. The industry has 
requested the Agricultural Marketing Service be given this authority in 
order to improve the integrity and uniformity of lots resulting in more 
orderly marketing and enhancing desirability of American burley.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/94                    59 FR 60919
NPRM Comment Period End         12/29/94
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: John P. Duncan III, Director, Tobacco Division, 
Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Room 502 
Annex Building, P.O. Box 96456, Washington, DC 20090-6456, 202 205-0567

RIN: 0581-AB01
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

9. USER FEES FOR COTTON CLASSIFICATION SERVICES TO GROWERS 1995 
CROP

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 473(a); 7 USC 473(d); 7 USC 55

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 28

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, March 1, 1995. Final, Statutory, June 
1, 1995.
Requires the Secretary to announce fees by June 1 each year as 
harvesting begins in July and a uniform fee is mandated for the entire 
crop.

Abstract: Annual revisions of the grower's fee for cotton 
classification for each crop year are mandated by formula in the Cotton 
Statistics and Estimates Act, as amended by Public Law 102-237. The 
revision provides for recovery of the cost of providing the service and 
allows for the variations in [[Page 23026]] size of the crop and in 
other factors which affect the costs. The economic impact of revisions 
is not known, but a slight increase or decrease in the fee would not 
cause major impact. All services are voluntary.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/24/95                    60 FR 10335
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: A. Lee Cliburn, Assistant Chief, Program Appraisal 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Room 
2641 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-3193

RIN: 0581-AB15
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

10. REGULATIONS UNDER THE PERISHABLE AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES ACT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  15 USC 4990

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 46

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The final rule would invite comments extending PACA coverage 
to include fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables that are oil-
blanched, including frozen french fried potato products. Under previous 
regulations, suppliers of these commodities suffered considerable 
financial losses because oil-blanched products were excluded from the 
PACA. This final rule would grant dealers in frozen oil-blanched 
products the same rights afforded dealers whose frozen potato product 
is water blanched.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/12/94                    59 FR 35487
NPRM Comment Period End         08/11/94
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 10/12/94                    59 FR 46772
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: James Frazier, Assistant Chief, PACA, Department of 
Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, 14th & Independence Ave., 
S.W. Room 2095-S, Washington, DC 20090-6456, 202 720-4180

RIN: 0581-AB28
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

11. INCREASE SEED INSPECTION FEES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1621 to 1627

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would increase fees for seed testing under the 
Agricultural Marketing Act (AMA). The AMA provides for the collection 
of fees and charges equal to the cost of providing the service. The 
increase in fees will offset increased costs for operating the 
voluntary program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/04/95                      60 FR 379
NPRM Comment Period End         02/03/95                      60 FR 379
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Triplitt, Chief, Seed Regulatory and Testing 
Branch, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Seed 
Regulatory and Testing Branch, Building 506, BARC-East, Beltsville, MD 
20705-2350, 301 504-9430

RIN: 0581-AB35
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________


12.  REGULATIONS AND RULES OF PRACTICE UNDER THE PLANT 
VARIETY PROTECTION ACT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2321; 7 USC 2326; 7 USC 2352 to 2353; 7 USC 
2356; 7 USC 2371; 7 USC 2402 to 2403; 7 USC 2426 to 2427; 7 USC 2501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 97.1 to 97.3; 7 CFR 97.5 to 97.7; 7 CFR 97.9; 7 
CFR 97.11 to 97.12; 7 CFR 97.14 to 97.15; 7 CFR 97.19 to 97.21; 7 CFR 
97.23; 7 CFR 97.1000; 7 CFR 97.104 to 97.106; 7 CFR 97.120; 7 CFR 
97.130; 7 CFR 97.40 to 97.143; 7 CFR 97.175; 7 CFR 97.201; 7 CFR 97.205 
to 97.222; ...

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, April 4, 1995.

Abstract: The Plant Variety Protection Act (PVPA) was amended on 
October 6, 1994, to conform to the 1991 Convention of the International 
Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV). These 
amendments will become effective on April 4, 1995. Amendments include 
extension of protection to hybrids and potatoes, extension of 
protection to 20 years, 25 years for woody plants, extension of 
protection to harvested material, extension of rights to essentially 
derived varieties, limit farmer's exemption to replanting their own 
farm, determine priority based on date of filing, require new varieties 
to be labeled as to which PVPA they are protected under and allows 
pending applications to be refiled as of April 4, 1995. This rule makes 
the minimum changes in the regulations to implement the PVPA. A fee 
increase is proposed to maintain the program as a fee-funded program. 
The Plant Variety Protection Advisory Board will be consulted on the 
proposed changes in the regulations as required by the PVPA. More 
extensive changes to the regulations were considered and rejected as 
unnecessary at this time.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/04/95                    60 FR 17188
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/04/95                    60 FR 17188
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenneth H. Evans, Plant Variety Protection Office 
Commissioner, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing 
Service, 10301 Baltimore Blvd., Beltsville, MD 20705, 301 504-5518

RIN: 0581-AB39


[[Page 23027]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

13. NATIONAL LABORATORY ACCREDITATION PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action expected 
in the next 12 months           03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: T. Pin Ho, 202 720-4993

RIN: 0581-AA38
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

14. REGULATIONS UNDER THE FEDERAL SEED ACT

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 201 to 202

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/14/94                    59 FR 66486
Final Action Effective          01/13/95                    59 FR 66486

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Triplitt, 301 504-9430

RIN: 0581-AA52
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

15. REVIEW OF BASIC FORMULA PRICE IN ALL FEDERAL MILK ORDERS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1001 to 1139

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John F. Borovies, 202 720-6274

RIN: 0581-AA57
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

16. GRADING OF SHELL EGGS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 56

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janice L. Lockard, 202 720-3506

RIN: 0581-AA60
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

17. VOLUNTARY GRADING OF POULTRY PRODUCTS AND RABBIT PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 70

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janice L. Lockard, 202 720-3506

RIN: 0581-AA61
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

18. GRADING AND INSPECTION, SPECIFICATIONS FOR APPROVED DAIRY 
PLANTS AND STANDARDS FOR GRADES OF DAIRY PRODUCTS; GENERAL SPECIFICATION 
FOR DAIRY PLANTS APPROVED FOR USDA INSPECTION AND GRADING

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 58

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/24/95                     60 FR 4824
Final Action Effective          01/24/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Duane R. Spomer, 202 720-7473

RIN: 0581-AA95
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

19. GRADING AND INSPECTION, GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR APPROVED 
DAIRY PLANTS AND STANDARDS FOR GRADES OF DAIRY PRODUCTS; UNITED STATES 
STANDARDS FOR GRADES OF NONFAT DRY MILK (SPRAY PROCESS)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 58

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Duane R. Spomer, 202 720-7473

RIN: 0581-AA96
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

20. GRADING AND INSPECTION, GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR APPROVED 
DAIRY PLANTS AND STANDARDS FOR GRADES OF DAIRY PRODUCTS; UNITED STATES 
STANDARDS FOR INSTANT NONFAT DRY MILK

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 58

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Duane R. Spomer, 202 720-7473

RIN: 0581-AA97
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

21. UNITED STATES STANDARDS FOR GRADES OF TOMATO SAUCE

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 52; 7 CFR 2371 to 2377

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/18/94                    59 FR 52624
Final Action Effective          11/17/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Harold A. Machias, 202 720-6247

RIN: 0581-AA99
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

22. REVISION OF THE REGULATIONS GOVERNING INSPECTION CERTIFICATION 
AND STANDARDS FOR FRESH FRUITS, VEGETABLES, AND OTHER PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 51

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Douglas D. Shearer, 202 720-5870

RIN: 0581-AB02
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

23. CHANGE IN FEES FOR FEDERAL MEAT GRADING AND CERTIFICATION 
SERVICES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 54 [[Page 23028]] 

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/23/94                    59 FR 13642
Final Action Effective          03/23/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Evan J. Stachowicz, 202 720-1065

RIN: 0581-AB07
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

24. MILK FOR MANUFACTURING PURPOSES AND ITS PRODUCTION AND 
PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS RECOMMENDED FOR ADOPTION BY STATE REGULATORY 
AGENCIES (RAW MILK)

CFR Citation:  None

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Duane R. Spomer, 202 720-7473

RIN: 0581-AB11
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

25. 1994 ADJUSTMENT OF THE VALUE OF IMPORTED COTTON FOR 
COLLECTIONS, COTTON RESEARCH AND PROMOTION ASSESSMENTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1205

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/16/94                    59 FR 59109
Final Action Effective          12/16/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Craig Shackelford, 202 720-2259

RIN: 0581-AB14
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

26. PROCESSED FRUITS AND VEGETABLES, PROCESSED PRODUCTS THEREOF, 
AND CERTAIN OTHER PROCESSED FOOD PRODUCTS (FEE INCREASE)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 52

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/12/94                    59 FR 41377
Final Action Effective          08/12/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Raymondo O'Neal, 202 720-5021

RIN: 0581-AB16
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

27. SOYBEAN PROMOTION, RESEARCH, AND CONSUMER INFORMATION ACT; 
REAPPORTIONMENT OF DIRECTORS ON THE UNITED SOYBEAN BOARD

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1220

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ralph L. Tapp, 202 720-1111

RIN: 0581-AB18
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

28. AMENDMENTS TO THE LIME RESEARCH, PROMOTION AND CONSUMER 
INFORMATION ORDER

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1212

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Schultz, 202 720-5976

RIN: 0581-AB19
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

29. IMPLEMENTATION OF FRESH CUT FLOWERS AND FRESH CUT GREENS 
PROMOTION AND INFORMATION ORDER

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1208

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/29/94                    59 FR 67139
Final Action Effective          12/29/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Art Pease, 202 720-6930

RIN: 0581-AB20
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

30. WATERMELON RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PLAN; PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO 
THE PLAN; RULES AND REGULATIONS ISSUED THEREUNDER; AND PROCEDURE FOR THE 
CONDUCT OF REFERENDA

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1210

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sonia N. Jimenez, 202 720-9916

RIN: 0581-AB21
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

31. AMENDMENTS TO THE RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFIED 
APPLICATORS OF FEDERALLY RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 110

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/10/95                     60 FR 8118
Final Action Effective          05/11/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Bonnie Poli, 703 330-7826

RIN: 0581-AB22
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

32. AMENDMENTS TO THE HONEY RESEARCH, PROMOTION, AND CONSUMER 
INFORMATION ORDER

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1240

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sonia N. Jimenez, 202 720-9916

RIN: 0581-AB23
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

33. POTATO RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PLAN: AMENDMENT TO RULES AND 
REGULATIONS ISSUED THEREUNDER

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1207 [[Page 23029]] 

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Georgia C. Abraham, 202 720-5057

RIN: 0581-AB26
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

34. RULES OF PRACTICE GOVERNING PROCEEDINGS ON PETITIONS TO MODIFY 
OR TO BE EXEMPT FROM RESEARCH AND PROMOTION PROGRAMS FOR FRUITS, 
VEGETABLES, AND SPECIALTY CROPS CONSOLIDATION

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1200; 7 CFR 1205; 7 CFR 1207; 7 CFR 1209; 7 CFR 
1210; 7 CFR 1211; 7 CFR 1212; 7 CFR 1220; 7 CFR 1230; 7 CFR 1240; 7 CFR 
1250; 7 CFR 1290; 7 CFR 1208

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Martha B. Ransom, 202 720-9915

RIN: 0581-AB27
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

35. SOYBEAN PROMOTION AND RESEARCH PROGRAM; PROCEDURES FOR CONDUCT 
OF A PRODUCER POLL

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1220

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ralph L. Tapp, 202 720-1115

RIN: 0581-AB30
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

36. BEEF PROMOTION AND RESEARCH: CHANGES IN HTS NUMBERS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1260

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ralph L. Tapp, 202 720-1115

RIN: 0581-AB31
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

37. AMENDMENT TO EGG RESEARCH AND PROMOTION ORDER TO INCREASE THE 
RATE OF ASSESSMENT

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1250

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/15/94                    59 FR 64559
Final Action Effective          02/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janice L. Lockard, 202 720-3506

RIN: 0581-AB32
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

38. INCREASE IN FEES AND CHARGES FOR EGG PRODUCTS INSPECTION AND 
EGG POULTRY AND RABBIT GRADING

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 55; 7 CFR 56; 7 CFR 59; 7 CFR 70

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/18/94                    59 FR 52636
Final Action Effective          11/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janice L. Lockard, 202 720-3506

RIN: 0581-AB33
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________

39. PORK PROMOTION RESEARCH, AND CONSUMER INFORMATION ACT OF 1985- 
INCREASE IN ASSESSMENT RATE

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1230

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ralph L. Tapp, 202 720-1115

RIN: 0581-AB36
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)
______________________________________________________________________


40. REGULATIONS UNDER THE FEDERAL SEED ACT (AMENDMENTS)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 201 to 202

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Triplitt, 301 504-9430

RIN: 0581-AB37
BILLING CODE 3410-02-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

41. AMENDMENTS TO SUGAR AND CRYSTALLINE FRUCTOSE MARKETING 
ALLOTMENT REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1359

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1435

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is needed to address a number of issues that were raised 
during and after the July-September 1993 period, when allotments were 
in effect. These issues are (1) processor mergers/acquisitions; (2) 
tolling or lease arrangements; (3) exports of surplus sugar during 
allotments; (4) revision of processor data after final allocations are 
announced; (5) timing of reassignments; (6) reassignments between cane 
sugar States/processors and between beet sugar processors; (7) 
processors' production forecasts; (8) reporting forms--timeliness of 
resource; and (9) development of alternative test for a new processor 
to establish processing capacity.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           00/00/00                [[Page 23030]] 
NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD79
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________


42.  REVISIONS TO THE DIRECT FARM OWNERSHIP LOAN REGULATION 
(1943-A) TO CLARIFY EXISTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES PERTAINING TO THE 
AGENCY'S OUTREACH PROGRAM FOR MEMBERS OF SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1943 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Consolidated Farm Service Agency proposes to amend its 
direct farm ownership (FO) regulation to: (1) change and clarify the 
Agency's existing procedures on outreach provided to applicants/ 
borrowers who are members of socially disadvantaged groups, and to 
reference the policies and operating procedures for doing outreach as 
found in the Farmers Home Administration (FmHA) Handbook for the 
socially disadvantaged outreach program; (2) explain the Agency's 
policy pertaining to financing alternative agricultural enterprises; 
(3) revise Exhibit B on Target Participation Rates (TPRs) to remove the 
obsolete State TPRs and to provide for refinancing real estate debts, 
in justifiable cases, to prevent foreclosure action on farmland owned 
by socially disadvantaged applicants/borrowers; and (4) add a new 
section on the guidelines used in developing State and County TPRs, and 
to make reference to the FmHA Handbook which contains the policies and 
procedures for targeting FO loan funds in accordance with the TPRs. 
This action is necessary in order to reach more socially disadvantaged 
individuals and make them aware of the statutory targeted FO loan 
assistance available to them under this program. Also, this action will 
result in better coordination of the outreach program at the Agency's 
County Office level.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           00/00/00
ANPRM Comment Period End        00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB88 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis & Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE23



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

43. AMENDMENTS TO CCC DEBT SETTLEMENT REGULATIONS REGARDING WAIVER 
OF RESTRICTION ON PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY AND COLLECTION OF JUDGMENTS BY 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFSET

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  28 USC 3201; 15 USC 714b; 15 USC 714c

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to allow for the waiver of restrictions 
on program eligibility, as authorized by the Federal Debt Collection 
Procedures Act of 1990 (the Act), and to facilitate the collection of 
judgements by administrative offset. The Act provides that debtors who 
have judgement liens against their property for a debt owed to the 
United States are not eligible to receive grants or loans made by the 
United States until the debt is paid in full or otherwise satisfied. 
However, the Act also permits agencies to waive this restriction. In 
addition, the Commodity Credit Corporation is authorized to collect 
debts for other Federal agencies by administrative offset upon receipt 
of (1) a qualified offset request, (2) a Notice of Levy, or (3) a 
request or approval by the Department of Justice. This action would 
authorize ASCS to collect judgements in favor of the United States by 
administrative offset. This action will result in increased collection 
of debts owed to the Government.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD09
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

44. 90-DAY RULE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1433e

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the 90-day rule as 
provided by the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990. 
The 90-day rule provides that decisions of State and county offices 
shall be final after 90 days and that no action shall be taken to 
recover payments made in error unless the producer had reason to 
believe that the decision was erroneous. The cost of this action has 
not yet been determined. [[Page 23031]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD43
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

45. AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS REGARDING PAYMENTS TO PERSONS 
CONVICTED OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE VIOLATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 881a

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 796

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is necessary to amend the regulations regarding 
payments to persons convicted of controlled substance violations to 
reflect recent legislation. Current regulations implement the Food 
Security Act of 1985 provisions but not the FY 1993 Appropriations Act 
provisions. This action will thus amend the regulations to implement 
the statutory provisions regarding controlled substance violations. The 
primary effect of this action will be to make most conservation 
programs subject to the controlled substance violation provisions and 
result in some people being declared ineligible for benefits. No 
Government outlays are expected.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD47
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

46. PROGRAM INELIGIBILITY FOR NONCOMPLIANCE WITH BOLL WEEVIL 
ERADICATION PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1444a

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is necessary to make producers and landowners 
ineligible for USDA program benefits when they are not in compliance 
with the Boll Weevil Eradication Program (BWEP). This will ensure 
better compliance with the BWEP and contribute to the elimination of 
boll weevils. No cost to Government is expected.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD57
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

47. WOOL AND MOHAIR RECOURSE LOAN PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1782

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1428

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to implement a recourse loan program 
for wool and mohair through December 31, 1995, as required by statute. 
Determinations are to be made regarding applicability, administration, 
disbursement of loans, eligibility, loss or damage, liens, fees, 
charges and interest, loan rates, approved storage, settlement, 
foreclosure, loan maturity, and producer liability. The program is to 
be administered at no net cost to the Federal Government. Loan outlays 
are estimated at $1 to $20 million from inception to the end of the 
program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD75
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

48. REGULATIONS FOR CONSERVATION COMPLIANCE CROP ACREAGE BASE (CAB) 
ADJUSTMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1461 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1417

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to provide the regulations governing 
the conservation compliance CAB adjustments for the Wheat, Feed Grain, 
Cotton, and Rice Programs as follows: 1) Implement a pilot program for 
producers to adjust or create CAB's in order to comply with 
conservation plan requirements; and 2) establish a conservation CAB 
pool in selected States and counties from which producers can draw to 
increase or create needed CAB's required by conservation plans. 
Implementation of this program will have insignificant costs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD80
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

49.  FARM FACILITY LOAN PROGRAM REGULATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  15 USC 714b

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1474

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23032]] 

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Farm Facility Loan 
Program in which CCC provides loans to grain growers for the purchase 
and construction of on-farm grain storage and drying facilities when 
the Secretary has determined that there is a deficiency of such 
storage. Gross loan outlays of about $60 million per year are expected, 
depending on the breadth of the program. Net costs over the life of the 
program will be limited to those associated with loan defaults. 
Experience suggests defaults on only about one percent of the loans, 
with minimal net costs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD85
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

50.  AMENDMENTS TO THE PAYMENT LIMITATION REGULATIONS FOR 
1995

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1306; 7 USC 1306-1; 7 USC 1306-2; 16 USC 3834

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1497; 07 CFR 1498

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to revise the regulations governing 
Payment Limitations as follows: (1) Apply actively engaged in farming 
requirements only when the individuals or entities of a farming 
operation seek to be paid benefits as more than one separate person; 
(2) Apply this rule to conservation programs other than the 
Conservation Reserve Program only if so provided in the individual 
program regulations under which payments are made; (3) Apply the 
General Provisions and Person Determination provisions to annual rental 
payments under the Conservation Reserve Program; and (4) Clarify 
existing provisions by making technical changes throughout this part. 
No significant increase in program outlays is expected.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD89
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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51.  AMENDMENT TO THE PEANUT LOAN PROGRAM REGULATIONS--
REQUIREMENT FOR CROP INSURANCE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  Sec 508 (b)(7)(A) Federal Crop Insurance Reform Act 
of 1994; PL 103-354

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1446

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to amend the peanut loan program 
regulations to reflect legislation which requires that, as a condition 
of eligibility for a price support or production adjustment program, 
the producer must obtain at least the catastrophic level of insurance 
for each crop of economic significance grown on each farm in the county 
in which the producer has an interest, if insurance is available in the 
county for the crop. A crop of economic significance is defined as a 
crop that has contributed, or is expected to contribute, 10 percent or 
more of the total of all crops grown by the producer.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD90
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

52.  AMENDMENT TO THE TOBACCO LOAN PROGRAM REGULATIONS--
REQUIREMENT FOR CROP INSURANCE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  Sec 508(b)(7)(A) Federal Crop Insurance Reform Act of 
1994; PL 103-354

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1464

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to amend the tobacco loan program 
regulations to reflect legislation which requires that, as a condition 
of eligibility for a price support or production adjustment program, 
the producer must obtain at least the catastrophic level of insurance 
for each crop of economic significance grown on each farm in the county 
in which the producer has an interest, if insurance is available in the 
county for the crop. A crop of economic significance is defined as a 
crop that has contributed, or is expected to contribute, 10 percent or 
more of the total of all crops grown by the producer.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD91
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

53.  AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSERVATION RESERVE PROGRAM 
REGULATIONS REGARDING EARLY CONTRACT TERMINATIONS, ENROLLING REPLACEMENT 
AND NEW ACREAGE, AND CONTRACT EXTENSIONS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  16 USC et seq

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 704; 07 CFR 1410 [[Page 23033]] 

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On December 14 the Secretary of Agriculture announced USDA's 
plans to target the CRP to move environmentally sensitive acreage. 
Retargeting will occur through early release of certain acreage under 
contract and enrollment of more environmentally sensitive acreage. In 
addition, the Secretary announced plans to allow CRP contracts to be 
modified to extend the expiration date. The Secretary also announced 
that the actual terms and conditions regarding modifications of the CRP 
program will be addressed in the rule-making process.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
Interim Final Rule              07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD95
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

54.  AMENDMENT TO THE CONSERVATION RESERVE PROGRAM (CRP) 
REGULATIONS--REQUIREMENTS FOR CROP INSURANCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  Sec 508(b)(7)(A) Federal Crop Insurance Reform Act of 
1994; PL 103-354

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 704; 07 CFR 1410

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Reform Act requires that, as a 
condition of eligibility for the CRP, producers must obtain at least 
the catastrophic level of insurance for each crop of economic 
significance grown on each farm in the county in which the producer has 
an interest, if insurance is available in the county for the crop. This 
action will amend the regulations to provide that the requirement will 
not apply to CRP acreage enrolled prior to November 28, 1990 (the date 
of enactment of the 1990 Farm Bill) and will apply to acreage enrolled 
thereafter provided that the acreage was enrolled or replaces acreage 
that was enrolled during a signup intended to enroll acreage in excess 
of 36.4 million acres as of October 13, 1994.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD96
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

55.  MEASURE-ALL PILOT PROJECT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1373-74; 15 USC 714b-c

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 718

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Measure-All Pilot Project will evaluate the feasibility 
and cost of measuring all acreage of a commodity or land use necessary 
to determine compliance under a program, it will replace the current 
practice of spot-checking, measurement upon request, and requirements 
for farmers' records. The Pilot Project will take place in twelve 
countries. The benefits of the program are expected to be more accurate 
measurement and program delivery, and less time and cost for 
procedures. Eventual implementation of a final Measure-All Program 
would be expected to generate a net savings for both producers and the 
Government.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD98
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

56. LOANS TO INDIAN TRIBES AND TRIBAL CORPORATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 16 USC 1005; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1942 subpart F; 7 CFR 1823; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will update the loan making and servicing 
responsibilities for Indian Land Acquisition loan reserve accounts and 
loan security issues. Weaknesses identified by the Office of the 
Inspector General in past audits will be addressed.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
Interim Final Rule              06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    04/00/96
Final Action Effective          04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB44 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE10
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

57. ELIMINATION OF CONSOLIDATION OF LOANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1951

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule is necessary to eliminate consolidation as a 
servicing action for insured farm loans. This action is taken as a 
result of the new requirements under the 1990 FACT Bill regulation and 
the Federal Credit Reform Act (FCRA) which have made loan consolidation 
increasingly more difficult and costly. Elimination of consolidation 
will not eliminate an [[Page 23034]] essential tool for servicing 
delinquent accounts or reduce program benefits to borrowers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB46 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE12
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

58. REORGANIZATION PLANS UNDER FEDERAL BANKRUPTCY CODES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1924; 7 CFR 1951; 7 CFR 1956; 7 CFR 1962

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Consolidated Farm Service Agency proposes to amend its 
insured loan servicing regulations to provide additional guidance to 
field offices for the servicing of borrowers accounts who file Chapters 
11, 12, or 13 bankruptcy. This action is necessary as the present 
regulations provide very little information on this subject. The 
intended effect is to have a more uniform and standard system for 
servicing these types of bankruptcies.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB76 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE18
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

59. DECISION TO LIQUIDATE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301; PL 100-387; PL 
101-82

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency proposes to amend its regulations and appropriate 
Lenders Agreement, Form FmHA 449-35, to clarify the circumstances and 
to establish a timeframe under which the decision to liquidate will be 
made. The intended effect is to provide three independent criteria to 
serve as the basis for determining when the decision to liquidate 
should occur. The anticipated benefit will be that liquidations will 
occur more uniformly when the three criteria are met. This will provide 
more guidance to the lender regarding how to proceed when all other 
workout situations have been exhausted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB81 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE19
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

60. SPECIAL DISASTER SET-ASIDE PROGRAM; FRUIT AND NUT TREES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1945 subpart D

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Consolidated Farm Service Agency proposed to make an 
administrative change to its emergency loan (EM) regulations by 
revising Exhibit D to include all fruit and nut trees. By including 
fruit and nut trees, future advances to loan funds can be disbursed up 
to 5 years when loan funds are used to rehabilitate and/or reestablish 
the trees. Additionally, the limitation on the amount of physical loss 
will not exceed the value of the established grove (trees and land), as 
appraised on the day before the disaster occurred, or 1 year and 1 day 
before the disaster designation was requested by a State Governor or 
State Director, whichever date has the higher value, minus the the 
present market value of the land and any remaining trees.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/30/95
NPRM Comment Period End         12/30/95
Final Action                    10/30/96
Final Action Effective          10/30/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB86 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE21
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

61. DISASTER ASSISTANCE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301; 42 USC 1980

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1945 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Farmers Home Administration proposes to amend this to 
improve and expedite the disaster designation process that will make 
emergency loan (EM) assistance available in a more expeditious manner 
in declared/designated disaster areas to assist family farmers whose 
operations have sustained qualifying losses as a result of a major or 
natural disaster, [[Page 23035]] and who wish to apply for such loan 
assistance. The regulation would also continue to be out of date with 
the current policy of basing countywide production losses on a major 
single enterprise only, in lieu of requiring a determination of 
countywide production losses in all crops. To change the regulation 
will bring the designation process in line with the current policy of 
eliminating the requirement for determining a 30 percent countywide 
reduction in the normal year's dollar value of all crops in a 
county(ies). This action will update and improve the process of current 
policy if (cont)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/96
Final Action Effective          06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB87 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.
ABSTRACT CONT: there is a 30 percent or greater countywide reduction in 
the normal year's dollar value of a single enterprise (single crop), 
which is considered a major enterprise or crop in the county, or a 
determination that extenuating circumstances exist and warrant a 
designation under the Secretary of Agriculture's discretionary 
authority. This change will permit CFSA to automatically gather 
information for consideration of the Secretary's discretionary 
authority, and allow the Secretary to expeditiously designate the 
affected counties and make EM loans available to eligible family 
farmers.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE22
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

62.  SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED OUTREACH PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1941 subpart A; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Consolidated Farm Service Agency proposes to amend its 
direct operating and guaranteed farmer programs regulations to: (1) 
provide for an outreach program for socially disadvantaged applicants, 
(2) require establishment of annual target participation rates for 
socially disadvantaged applicants, (3) explain the Agency's policy 
pertaining to financing alternative agricultural enterprises, and (4) 
make reference to the Farmers Home Administration Handbook for the 
outreach program. This will provide assistance to members so they can 
be made aware of the targeted assistance available to them and be 
assisted in applying for targeted loan assistance.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/96
Final Action Effective          06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB89 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis & Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE24
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________


63.  PART 1946 MEDIATION; SUBPART A AGRICULTURAL LOAN 
MEDIATION PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 7 USC 301; PL 103-354, sec 282

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1946 subpart A

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 13, 1994.
Regulations will be issued as soon as practicable after 10/13/94.

Abstract: This new legislation expands the State Mediation Programs to 
include wetland determinations, conservation compliance, and other 
issues the Secretary deems appropriate. The intended effect of this 
action is to establish procedures for certification and for 
administering the matching grant program, and set out the Department's 
duties to participate in such programs. This rule also changes 
reference from Farmers Home Administration (FmHA) to the newly 
established Consolidated Farm Service Agency set forth in the 
Secretary's Memorandum 1010-1 implementing the reorganization 
authorities contained in H.R. 4217, the Federal Crop Insurance Reform 
and Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994. Section 275 
of the USDA Reorganization Act of 1994 requires mediation to be a part 
of the informal hearing process when an officer, employee, or committee 
of an agency makes an adverse decision. The legislation requires 
certification of a State's Mediation program in order to participate in 
mediation pursuant to a State's Certified Mediation program, and to 
enable a State to receive a Federal matching grant(s) to be used for 
the operation and administration of the program. The Agriculture 
Improvement Act of 1992 increased the percentage of grant to 70 percent 
from 50 percent of the cost of a State's program, limited to $500,000, 
whichever is the lesser. The Reorganization Act of 1994 extended the 
mediation program authority through Fiscal Year 2000.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/02/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/95
Final Action                    08/01/95
Final Action Effective          08/01/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB91 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis & Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, [[Page 23036]] Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 
20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AE26



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

64. EXCESSIVE MANUFACTURING (MAKE) ALLOWANCES IN STATE MARKETING 
ORDERS FOR MILK

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1446e-1; The Food, Agriculture, Conservation, 
and Trade Act of 1990

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 13

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 28, 1991.

Abstract: The Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 
requires that, beginning 12 months after enactment, no State shall 
provide for (and no person shall collect, directly or indirectly) a 
greater allowance for the processing of milk (``make allowance'') than 
is permitted under a Federal program to establish a Grade A price for 
manufacturing butter, nonfat dry milk, or cheese. The law provides for 
penalties and investigations by the Secretary if a producer provides 
evidence of such action. No Government outlays are expected.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/19/92                    57 FR 27371
NPRM Comment Period End         10/19/92
Supplemental NPRM               01/14/94                     59 FR 2307
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AC23
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

65. COMMON PROVISIONS FOR THE 1994 WHEAT, FEED GRAIN, COTTON, AND 
RICE PROGRAMS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1441-2; 7 USC 1444; 7 USC 1444-2; 7 USC 1444f; 
7 USC 1445b-3a; The Agricultural Act of 1949, as amended

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The objective of this action is to implement the Wheat, Feed 
Grain, Cotton, and Rice Programs as required by legislation. Primary 
determinations are 1) crops to be allowed to be planted on flexible 
acreage, 2) implementation of Targeted Option Payments, 3) planting of 
designated crops and conserving crops on Acreage Conservation Reserve 
(ACR) acreage, and 4) planting of oats on wheat and feed grain ACR. The 
net cost to the Government is expected to be $100 million to $200 
million.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/03/93                    58 FR 46886
NPRM Comment Period End         10/04/93                    58 FR 46886
Interim Final Rule              11/16/94                    59 FR 59280
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AC74
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

66. AMENDMENT TO THE HIGHLY ERODIBLE LAND AND WETLANDS CONSERVATION 
PROGRAM REGULATIONS--PERSON DETERMINATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 3801; 16 USC 3811; 16 USC 3812; 16 USC 3821-
23; The Food Security Act of 1985, sec 1201, as amended

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The objective of this action is to set a standard for a more 
consistent ``person'' determination by using an attribution method for 
determining benefits that shall be denied persons who are associated 
with the actual violators of the highly erodible land (HEL) and wetland 
conservation provisions. The current affiliated person rule for HEL and 
wetlands is difficult to administer because a strict interpretation of 
the rules could result in a chain of affiliated persons, all of whom 
would be ineligible for USDA benefits, when in fact many of the 
affiliated persons did not play a part in the violation. This action 
will provide a more equitable and understandable method for imposing 
sanctions on conservation compliance violations. No costs are expected 
as a result of this action.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/00/96
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AC86
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

67. AMENDMENTS TO THE WETLANDS REGULATIONS REGARDING ABANDONED 
ACREAGE AND DRAINAGE BY DRAINAGE DISTRICTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 3801; 16 USC 3821-23

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is necessary to enhance the flexibility of 
wetlands regulations for producers without imposing any significant 
cost on the Government or decreasing protection of 
[[Page 23037]] wetlands. The determinations are 1) Allow any area used 
for production of any crop or for long term rotation to not be 
considered an ``abandoned'' wetland, and 2) allow areas drained by a 
drainage district to be planted to forage crops and harvested by 
mechanical means. The ``abandonment'' determination will remove an 
incentive to keep land in intensive production. The drainage 
determination will allow production on a small number of acres that 
otherwise would not likely be farmed. The total acreage involved will 
likely be less than 50,000 acres, and no impacts on prices are 
expected. Producers' income could increase by up to $2.5 million per 
year by the end of ten years through increased efficiency. No cost to 
Government is expected.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/06/92                    57 FR 29658
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AC92
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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68. AMENDMENTS TO THE PRODUCTION ADJUSTMENT REGULATIONS--
RECONSTITUTION OF BASES, ALLOTMENTS AND QUOTAS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1379; The Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1938, 
sec 379, as amended

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 719

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to amend the regulations regarding 
reconstitution of bases, allotments, and quotas in order to 1) clarify 
them, 2) make them more consistent with the payment limitation 
regulations, and 3) determine whether a spouse should be considered the 
``same owner'' when determining whether land is under the same 
ownership. No Federal outlays are expected.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/16/94                    59 FR 59280
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AC99
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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69. PILOT VOLUNTARY PRODUCTION LIMITATION PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1444f; 7 USC 1445b-3a; The Agricultural Act of 
1949, sec 105B(g), as amended

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Pilot Voluntary 
Production Limitation Program (PVPLP) for wheat and feed grains, as 
required by P.L. 101-624. This action will implement regulations to 
provide for 1) Implementation of the PVPLP in at least 15 states, 2) 
Limiting the amount of wheat or feed grains that can be disposed of in 
excess of the production limitation quantity for the marketing year, 3) 
A production limitation quantity calculation, 4) Terms and conditions 
for producers who elect to participate, 5) Provisions for excess 
production, 6) Subsequent year marketing of excess production, and 7) 
Measures to prevent circumvention of the program, including refunds or 
forfeitures of commodities. Only minor administrative and program costs 
are expected.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/16/94                    59 FR 59280
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD00
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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70. CONSERVATION ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS REGULATIONS REGARDING WATER 
QUALITY INCENTIVES PROJECT, COST SHARE PROVISIONS OF THE EMERGENCY 
CONSERVATION PROGRAM, AND OTHER REVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 590 et seq; 16 USC 1503; 16 USC 2201 to 2205; 
16 USC 2101 to 2111; PL 102-142

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 701

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to amend the Conservation and 
Environmental Program regulations to: (1) add the Water Quality 
Incentives Project (WQIP) as provided by the 1992 Agricultural 
Conservation Program appropriations; (2) change the Emergency 
Conservation Program (ECP) cost share rates from three rates to one 
rate; (3) authorize cost-share assistance for confined livestock 
operations under the ECP as provided for in the Disaster Assistance Act 
of 1989; and (4) revise the regulations for clarity and ease of 
operation. No cost to Government is expected.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            01/10/94                     59 FR 1293
NPRM Comment Period End         02/09/94                     59 FR 1293
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: NPRM incorrectly published as RIN 0560-AD08

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD16
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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71. 1995 FEED GRAIN PROGRAM

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1444 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413 [[Page 23038]] 

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, September 30, 1994, ARP.
Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994, Adjustments.

Abstract: This action is needed to provide an adequate supply of feed 
grains for domestic and foreign utilization, support farm income, hold 
down Federal costs, conserve natural resources, and comply with 
statutory requirements. The primary determinations are: 1) loan and 
purchase rates and 2) the acreage reduction program. Cost to the 
Government will be $3.0 to $4.5 billion.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/04/94                    59 FR 46937
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD37
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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72. 1995 RICE PROGRAM

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1441-2

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413; 7 CFR 1421

Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Statutory, December 1, 1994, Preliminary ARP announcement.
Final, Statutory, January 1, 1995, Final ARP announcement.

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Rice Program as 
required by the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990. 
The purpose of the program is to assure sufficient supplies of rice for 
domestic and export use, maintain adequate carryover stocks, and 
support farm income. The primary determinations are: 1) Loan and 
purchase rate and 2) The acreage reduction program. Cost to the 
Government will be $0.7 to $1.0 billion.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/13/94                    59 FR 46937
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD38
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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73. 1995 UPLAND COTTON PROGRAM

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1444-2

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413; 7 CFR 1427

Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Statutory, November 1, 1994, Preliminary ARP level.
Final, Statutory, November 1, 1994, Loan rate.
Final, Statutory, January 1, 1995, Final ARP level.

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Upland Cotton Program 
as required by the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 
1990. The purpose of the program is to assure sufficient supplies of 
cotton for domestic and export use, maintain adequate carryover stocks, 
and support farm income. The primary determinations are: (1) loan rate; 
(2) acreage reduction program; (3) marketing loan; and (4) base 
quality. Cost to the Government will be $1 to $2 billion.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/27/94                    59 FR 49214
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD39
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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74. 1995 WOOL AND MOHAIR PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1781 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1468

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to encourage the continued domestic 
production of wool at prices fair to both producers and consumers in a 
manner that will assure a viable domestic wool industry in the future, 
by supporting the prices of wool and mohair by means of loans, 
purchases, payments, or other operations. The support level for wool is 
set by statutory formula. Payments will be 50 percent of the amount 
otherwise determined. The cost to the Government will be about $66 
million.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/16/94                    59 FR 47564
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD40
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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75. 1994 OPTIONS PILOT PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1421 Note

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Options Pilot Program 
for wheat, corn, and soybeans and possibly other program crops for the 
1994 crop year, as required by legislation. The program: (1) may be 
expanded to include additional States, counties and crops, in addition 
to the ones already administering the program; (2) will provide means 
for farmers to buy put options that would provide price assurance 
equivalent to deficiency payments and price support benefits; (3) 
provide terms and conditions for producers who elect to practicipate; 
(4) provide provisions for administering the program; and (5) provide 
measures to prevent circumvention of the program, including refunds and 
penalties. Only minor administrative and program costs are expected. 
[[Page 23039]] 

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/16/94                    59 FR 59280
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD48
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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76. AMENDMENT TO THE ACREAGE CONSERVATION RESERVE AND THE 
CONSERVING USE ACREAGE REGULATIONS FOR PRODUCERS AFFECTED BY EXCESSIVE 
RAINFALL AND FLOODING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1441-2; 7 USC 1444-2; 7 USC 1444f; 7 USC 1445b-
3a

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to implement changes for the 1993 crop 
year only, to the minimum size and width requirements for Acreage 
Conservation Reserve (ACR) and Conserving Use for Payment (CU) acreage. 
These changes are necessary because excessive rainfall and flooding in 
the Midwest has prevented planting of enrolled 1993 crops, caused crop 
failure, or changed planting patterns. This action will provide terms 
and conditions for participating producers, permitting them to still be 
able to designate the required acreage for ACR or CU for payment. Only 
minor administrative costs are expected.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/27/93                    58 FR 57721
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD50
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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77. 1994 WHEAT FARMER-OWNED RESERVE PROGRAM

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1445a

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1421

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 15, 1994.

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the FOR program as 
required by statute. The FOR provides extended loans (at no less than 
the current loan rate) and storage payments to producers to enable them 
to store their crops when supplies are abundant, extend the time period 
for orderly marketing, and provide adequate carryover stocks to ensure 
a reliable supply. The primary determinations are: 1) Entry: the 
Secretary may extend loans if: a) the market price of wheat during the 
90-day period prior to December 15, 1994 is less than 120 percent of 
the current loan rate; or b) the current year ending stocks-to-use 
ratio, in percentage terms, is more than 37.5 percent. He must extend 
loans when both conditions are met; and 2) Maximum quantity of wheat to 
be stored in the FOR: the quantity may not be less than 300 million 
bushels nor more than 450 million bushels. Entry of wheat into the FOR 
would be expected to reduce loan redemptions by about $1.0 billion in 
FY 1995. However, loan redemptions in FY's 1996-98 will result in net 
loan costs of $0. Storage payments over the FY 1995-98 period will 
total about $225 million.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD60
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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78. 1994 FEED GRAIN FARMER-OWNED RESERVE PROGRAM

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1445e

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1421

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 15, 1995.

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the FOR program as 
required by statute. The FOR provides extended loans (at no less than 
the current loan rate) and storage payments to producers to enable them 
to store their crops when supplies are abundant, extend the time period 
for orderly marketing, and provide adequate carryover stocks to ensure 
a reliable supply. The primary determinations are: 1) Entry: the 
Secretary may extend loans if: a) the market price of corn during the 
90-day period prior to March 15, 1995 is less than 120 percent of the 
current loan rate; or b) the current year ending stocks-to-use ratio, 
in percentage terms, is more than 22.5 percent. He must extend loans 
when both conditions are met; and 2) Maximum quantity of feed grains to 
be stored in the FOR: the quantity may not be less than 600 million 
bushels, nor more than 900 million bushels. Entry if feed grains into 
the FOR would be expected to reduce loan redemptions by about $1.0 
billion in FY 1995. However, loan redemptions in FY's 1996-98 will 
result in net loan costs of $0. Storage payments over the FY 1995-98 
period will total about $500 million.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD61
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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79. 1995-CROP MARKETING QUOTA AND PRICE SUPPORT LEVEL FOR FLUE-
CURED TOBACCO

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1314; 7 USC 1445

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 723; 7 CFR 1464

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 15, 1994.
Marketing Quotas [[Page 23040]] 

Abstract: The flue-cured tobacco marketing quota and price support are 
required by statute. The quotas and price support is to balance supply 
with demand at levels assuring stable supplies for domestic and export 
use at prices that are considered sufficient for producers. The 
national quota is based on cigarette manufacturers' intentions, 3-year 
average exports, a loan stocks adjustment, and discretionary adjustment 
of plus or minus 3 percent. The quota may not be less than 90 percent 
of the previous year's quota except this limit may be waived if 
producer association inventories likely will exceed 150 percent of the 
reserve stock level. The price support level is based on a formula that 
averages market prices (2/3 weight) and a cost index (1/3 weight), with 
discretion to limit any increase to 65 percent of the formula increase. 
Marketing quotas are implemented if approved by producer in a 
referendum scheduled for January 1995. Gross loan outlays of $30 
million are expected in FY's 1995 and 1996. They will be offset by 
redemptions and no-net-cost assessments in FY 1996 and later years, for 
a net cost of 0.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD62
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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80. 1995-CROP MARKETING QUOTA AND PRICE SUPPORT LEVEL FOR BURLEY 
TOBACCO

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1314

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 723; 7 CFR 1464

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, February 1, 1995.
Marketing Quota.

Abstract: The burley tobacco marketing quota and price support are 
required by statute. The purpose of the quota and price support is to 
balance supply with demand at levels assuring stable supplies for 
domestic and export use at prices that are considered sufficient for 
producers. The national quota is based on cigarette manufacturers' 
intentions, 3-year average exports, a loan stocks adjustment, and a 
discretionary adjustment of plus or minus 3 percent. The quota may not 
be less than 90 percent of the previous year's quota except this limit 
may be waived if producer association inventories likely will exceed 
150 percent of reserve stock level. The price support level is based on 
a formula that averages market prices (2/3 weight) and a cost index (1/
3 weight), plus discretion to limit any increase to 65 percent of the 
formula increase. Marketing quotas are implemented if approved by 
producers in a referendum scheduled for February 1995. Gross loan 
outlays of $30 million are expected in FY 1996. They will be offset by 
loan redemptions and no-net-cost assessments in FY 1996 and subsequent 
years, for a net cost of 0.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD63
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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81. 1995-CROP MARKETING QUOTA AND PRICE SUPPORT LEVELS FOR SIX 
KINDS OF TOBACCO

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1312; 7 USC 1445

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 723; 7 CFR 1464

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 1, 1995.
Marketing Quotas.

Abstract: Marketing quotas and acreage allotments are required by 
statute for these kinds of tobacco: Fire-cured (type 21), Fire-cured 
(types 22-23), Dark Air-cured (types 35-36), Virginia sun-cured (type 
37), Cigar Filler (type 46) and Cigar Filler and Binder (types 42-44 
and 53-55). Quotas and allotments are determined by statutory formula 
to balance supply with demand to assure stable supplies for domestic 
and export use. Marketing quotas are implemented if approved by 
producers in referenda. Producers approved quotas for the 1995 crops of 
cigar filler (type 46) and cigar filler and binder (types 42-44 and 53-
55) in March 1993. Referenda for the other kinds are scheduled for 
March 1994 and 1995. Producers of these types have historically voted 
in favor of quotas. Price support levels are set by statutory formula. 
The Secretary may reduce the level at the request of producer 
associations, and may limit increases to 65 percent of the formula 
increase. Gross loan outlays of $2 million are expected in FY 1996. 
They will be offset by loan redemptions and no-net-cost assessments in 
FY 1996 and subsequent years, for a net cost of $0.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/25/95                     60 FR 4871
NPRM Comment Period End         02/03/95
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD64
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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82. 1995-CROP MARKETING QUOTAS FOR THREE KINDS OF TOBACCO

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1312; 7 USC 1445

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 723

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 1, 1995.

Abstract: Marketing quotas and acreage allotments are required by 
statute to be announced for these three kinds of tobacco: Maryland 
(type 32), cigar filler (type 41) and cigar binder (type 51-52). 
Marketing quotas are implemented, if approved by producers in 
referenda, to achieve a supply equal to the ``reserve supply level'' as 
defined by legislation. No quotas are in effect because producers 
disapproved quotas for 1992-94 crops, and that status will continue if 
producers again disapprove quotas [[Page 23041]] for the 1995-97 crops 
in referenda scheduled for March 1995. Negligible cost to Government is 
expected.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/25/95                     60 FR 4871
NPRM Comment Period End         02/03/95
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD65
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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83. 1995-CROP PEANUTS NATIONAL POUNDAGE QUOTA AND MINIMUM COMMODITY 
CREDIT CORPORATION (CCC) EXPORT-EDIBLE SALES PRICE FOR ADDITIONAL PEANUTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1358-1

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 729

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 15, 1994.

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the national peanut 
poundage quota, as required by statute. The purpose of the quota is to 
balance supply with demand at a level that will assure stable supplies 
for domestic use and assure producers a stable income. The export-
edible sales price for additional peanuts provides price stability for 
additional peanuts sold under contract and assures handlers that CCC 
will not undercut export efforts. The primary determinations are: 1) 
National Poundage Quota--set by statutory formula, based on the 
Secretary's estimate of the amount of peanuts required for domestic 
food, seed, and related uses for the 1995 marketing year. The 1995 
marketing year is from August 1, 1995, through July 31, 1996. 2) 
Minimum CCC export-edible sales price for additional peanuts--
established at the Secretary's discretion (the level has been set at 
$400 per ton each of the last 7 years). The peanut program as a whole 
will result in a net realized loss of about $46.5 million, which will 
be attributable to loan forfeitures.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/04/95                      60 FR 381
NPRM Comment Period End         01/17/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD66
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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84. 1995-CROP NATIONAL AVERAGE LOAN RATES FOR QUOTA AND ADDITIONAL 
PEANUTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1445c-3

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1446; 7 CFR 1421

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, February 15, 1995.
Price Support.

Abstract: This action is needed to determine the peanut price support 
levels for quota and additional peanuts, as required by statute. The 
price support levels provide a domestic price floor for quota and 
additional peanuts. The primary determinations are: 1) Price support 
level for quota peanuts--set at previous year's level plus any increase 
in estimated peanut production costs under a statutory formula. 
Increase is limited to no more than 5 percent above the 1994 level, 
which is expected to be near the 1993 level of $674.93 per ton, and 2) 
Price support level for additional peanuts--set at a level sufficient 
to ensure CCC does not incur losses through the price support program 
(the level was set at $131.09 per ton for 1993). The peanut program as 
a whole will result in a net realized loss of about $46.5 million, 
which will be attributable to loan forfeitures.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD67
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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85. AMENDMENTS TO THE WOOL AND MOHAIR PROGRAM REGULATIONS--PAYMENT 
LIMITATIONS, MARKETING ASSESSMENTS, AND DEDUCTIONS FOR MARKETING CHARGES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1783; 7 USC 1785

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1468

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to implement changes mandated by recent 
legislation. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 1) provides 
for a new payment limitation for 1995, 2) eliminates the 1-percent 
marketing assessment for MY's 1993 through 1995, and 3) disallows the 
deduction of marketing charges for commissions, coring, and grading 
when determining net sales proceeds and national payment rates. Because 
these changes are statutorily required, no alternatives are considered. 
This action will result in a net decrease in payments of about $3 
million, as follows: 1) a decrease of about $1 million for MY 1995 for 
the change in payment limitations, 2) an increase of about $4 million 
from removal of the assessment for MY's 1993-95, and 3) a decrease of 
about $6 million from the removal of the deductions for marketing 
charges.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Interim Final Rule              09/16/94                    59 FR 47530
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD68


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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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[[Page 23042]]
86. TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE WHEAT, FEED GRAIN, COTTON AND RICE 
PROGRAM REGULATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1421 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 718; 7 CFR 719; 7 CFR 1413; 7 CFR 1414

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to revise the regulations governing the 
Wheat, Feed Grain, Cotton, and Rice Programs, as follows: 1) Implement 
the 0,50/85 and 0,50/92 provisions of the updated Budget Reconciliation 
Act of 1993; 2) Amend the ARP participation contracts to provide for 
declarations of intention to participate; 3) Amend the Integrated Farm 
Management provisions for 1994; 4) Clarify the compliance regulations; 
and 5) Incorporate existing handbook provisions. Implementation of the 
0,50/85 and 0,50/92 provisions is expected to save about $95-$100 
million annually. The other provisions will have insignificant costs.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/16/94                    59 FR 59280
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD72
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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87. 1995 WHEAT LOAN RATE AND ACREAGE REDUCTION PROGRAM

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1445b-3a

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413; 7 CFR 1421

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, April 1, 1994. Final, Statutory, June 
1, 1994. Other, Statutory, March 31, 1994.
Other deadline is for adjustments.

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Wheat Program as 
required by the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990. 
The purpose of the program is to assure sufficient supplies of wheat 
for domestic and export use, maintain adequate carryover stocks, and 
support farm income. The expected cost is about $1 to $3 billion.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/06/94                    59 FR 16149
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD76
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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88. AMENDMENTS TO ASCS AND CCC DEBT SETTLEMENT REGULATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  31 USC 3711 et seq; 15 USC 714b-c

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 792; 7 CFR 1403

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to amend the ASCS and CCC debt 
settlement regulations to: (1) change the rate of interest CCC charges 
on its delinquent debts from a rate equal to that assessed under the 
Prompt Payment Act to a rate equal to the higher of the Treasury 
Department's current value of funds rate or the rate of interest 
assessed under the Prompt Payment Act. This would allow the late 
payment interest rate charged by CCC to conform to the late payment 
interest rate assessed by ASCS, as well as conforming to the rate 
required by the Federal Claims Collection Act; (2) delete references to 
IRS Notices of Levy; and (3) provide for offset of a debtor's pro rata 
share of payments due any entity in which the debtor participates and 
provide for offset when ASCS and CCC determine that a debtor has 
established an entity, or transferred ownership of, reorganized, or 
changed in some other manner, his or her operations in order to avoid a 
debt. This will increase the ability of ASCS and CCC to collect 
delinquent debts, without adversely affecting nondebtors.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            08/24/94                    59 FR 43504
NPRM Comment Period End         09/23/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD78
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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89. REOPENING OF THE 1993 TREE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-211

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1478

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to reopen the 1993 Tree Assistance 
Program (TAP) for nursery owners, as authorized by the Emergency 
Supplemental Appropriations Act of 1994 (PL 103-211). The program is 
intended to reimburse part of the reestablishment costs for small- and 
medium-scale commercial nursery owners who experienced tree and other 
nursery plant losses. Payments are only authorized for eligible owners 
who actually reestablish or rehabilitate eligible trees or other 
nursery plants. Flat rate cost-share payments will be made to nursery 
owners who incurred losses due to damaging weather, including but not 
limited to drought, hail, excessive moisture, freeze, tornado, 
hurricane, earthquake, or excessive wind, or any combination thereof; 
or related conditions including but not limited to heat, insect 
infestation, plant disease, or other related conditions. Outlays of 
about $5 million are expected.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, [[Page 23043]] Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 
2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD83
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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90. AMENDMENT TO THE EMERGENCY LIVESTOCK ASSISTANCE REGULATIONS 
REGARDING FEED ALLOWANCE AND APPROVAL OF COUNTIES FOR ASSISTANCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1471; 15 USC 714b and 714c

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1475

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to clarify terminology used to describe 
how much feed will be allowed to maintain livestock and to allow a 
pilot program whereby designated State ASC Committees will be 
authorized to approve counties for Livestock Feed Programs. This action 
will not affect the cost of the LFP since none of the calculations used 
to determine benefits are changed.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD84
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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91.  COMMON PROVISIONS FOR 1995 WHEAT, FEED GRAIN, COTTON, 
AND RICE PROGRAMS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1441-2; 7 USC 1444-2; 7 USC 1444; 7 USC 1444f; 
7 USC 1445b-3a

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1413

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Wheat, Feed Grain, 
Cotton, and Rice Programs as required by the Food, Agriculture, 
Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990. The primary determinations are: 1) 
Crops allowed to be planted on flexible acreage, 2) Implementation of 
the Targeted Option Program, 3) Planting of designated crops on Acreage 
Conservation Reserve acreage (ACR), 4) Planting of conserving crops on 
ACR and Conserving Use acreage, 5) Planting of oats on wheat and feed 
grain ACR, and 6) Percentage of deficiency payments to be paid in 
advance. Outlays are expected to range from $0 to $1 billion.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            01/24/95                     60 FR 4571
NPRM Comment Period End         01/27/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD86
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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92.  1995 OILSEED PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1446; 7 USC 1446f

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1421

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994.

Abstract: This action is needed to implement the Oilseed Program as 
required by the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990. 
The purpose of the program is to assure sufficient supplies of oilseeds 
for domestic and export use, maintain adequate carryover stocks, and 
support farm income. The primary determinations are the loan rates--not 
less than $4.92/bu. for soybeans, and not less than $8.70/cwt. for 
minor oilseeds, with rates for ``other'' oilseeds set in relation to 
that for soybeans. Outlays are expected to range from -$50 (receipt) to 
$50 million.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD87
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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93.  SUGAR AND CRYSTALLINE FRUCTOSE INFORMATION AND 
RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1359

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1435

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule is needed to revise the forms that 
sugarcane processors, sugar beet processors, and cane refiners use to 
report information to USDA needed to administer the sugar and 
crystalline fructose marketing allotment program. The new forms 
significantly reduce the reporting burden on the sugar industry by 
eliminating the need to report data on distributions of liquid sugar 
separately from other, noncrystalline sugars. In response to industry 
requests, the new forms ask for price data that will be used to 
administer the program. No impact on Government outlays is expected.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD88
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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94.  AMENDMENT TO THE WAREHOUSE REGULATIONS REGARDING 
AUCTION TOBACCO WAREHOUSES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 244

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 723; 07 CFR 737

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would shift jurisdiction for auction tobacco 
[[Page 23044]] warehouses from the U.S. Warehouse Act (USWA) 
Regulations to the Tobacco Marketing Quota Regulations. Aspects of the 
USWA regulations will be added to the quota regulations to give 
producer depositors a level of protection similar to that they would 
find in a USWA warehouse, including bonding, net worth, inventory 
management, recordkeeping, and fee approval requirements. No cost to 
Government is expected. Cost to the tobacco industry will likely be 
about $1.4 to $3.7 million.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD92
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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95.  AMENDMENT TO THE TOBACCO LOAN PROGRAM REGULATIONS--
BUDGET DEFICIT MARKETING ASSESSMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  Sec 422 of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1464

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment to the regulations will impose a Budget 
Deficit Marketing Assessment (BDMA) of one percent of the national 
price support level on imported tobacco for which price support is made 
available. The BDMA on imported tobacco shall be identical to the 
domestic marketing assessments on the same kind of domestically 
produced quota tobacco. Current legislation imposes a marketing 
assessment on importers of tobacco in an amount equal to the sum of the 
marketing assessments imposed on domestic purchasers of burley and 
flue-cured tobacco. This action will also request comments on some of 
the operational features of the assessment.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD93
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Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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96.  REQUIREMENT FOR CROP INSURANCE AS A CONDITION FOR 
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  Sec 508(b)(7)(A) Federal Crop Insurance Reform Act of 
1994; PL 103-354

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1406

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will implement a statutory requirement that, as a 
condition of eligibility for a price support or production adjustment 
program and the Conservation Reserve Program, producers must obtain at 
least the catastrophic level of insurance for each crop of economic 
significance grown on each farm in the county in which the producer has 
an interest, if insurance is available in the county for the crop. A 
crop of economic significance is defined as a crop that has 
contributed, or is expected to contribute, 10 percent or more of the 
total of all crops grown by the producer. Additional costs to producers 
are expected to be offset by the elimination of ad hoc disaster 
programs.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD97
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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97.  1995 SPECIFICATIONS FOR COTTON BALE PACKAGING 
MATERIALS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 714; 7 USC 1421; 7 USC 1423; 7 USC 1425; 7 USC 
1444; 7 USC 1444-2

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 1427

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to amend the regulations regarding the 
price support loan programs for upland and extra-long staple cotton to 
provide current bale packaging requirements. This action will 
incorporate by reference the requirements approved by the Joint Cotton 
Industry Bale Packaging Committee.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD99
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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98. FARMER PROGRAMS GUARANTEED INTEREST ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart A; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B; 7 CFR 1980 
subpart D; 7 CFR 1980 subpart E; 7 CFR 1980 subpart G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will provide for a government subsidy to 
lenders for interest rates for guaranteed Farmer Programs loans so the 
borrower will be paying interest rates for guaranteed loans that are 
similar to insured loans. This should provide an incentive for using 
the guaranteed loan program. The potential cost to the Government will 
be reduced as the Government will only pay a lender up to 90 percent of 
the losses on loans and only part of the interest rate rather than 
loaning a borrower the full amount of the loan [[Page 23045]] and 
paying an investor the full cost of the Government borrowing the money 
for an insured loan. The benefit is that the borrower will be paying an 
interest rate for guaranteed loans that is comparable to that for 
insured loans.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/28/91                     56 FR 8258
Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AA80 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE01
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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99. FARMER PROGRAM ACCOUNT SERVICING POLICIES FOR SECTION 1816 AND 
OTHER RELATED SECTIONS FOR THE ``1990 FACT ACT''

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624, sec 1816; 7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 
301; PL 102-554, sec 10; PL 102-554, sec 23

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1900 subpart B; 7 CFR 1924 subpart B; 7 CFR 1951 
subpart S

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Provisions of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation and Trade 
Act of 1990, as they affect the Farmers Home Administration's Farmer 
Programs, plus relevant provisions of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation 
Act of 1990. In addition, the Agricultural Credit Act of 1992 provided 
that in extraordinary circumstances, the State Director could extend 
the 60-day time period for submitting an application for Farmer 
Programs Loan Servicing (RIN 0575-AB42, published as an interim rule, 
March 23, 1993, 58 FR 15417). RIN 0575-AB42 will be combined into RIN 
0575-AA91; and one final rule will be published.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            10/23/91                    56 FR 54970
NPRM Comment Period End         11/22/91                    56 FR 54970
Interim Final Rule              04/30/92                    57 FR 18612
Final Action                    08/01/96
Final Action Effective          08/01/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AA91 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE02
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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100. IMPLEMENT SECTION 1818 (BORROWER TRAINING) OF THE FOOD 
AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION, AND TRADE ACT OF 1990 (FACT ACT)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624, sec 1818

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1910 subpart A; 7 CFR 1943 subpart B; 7 CFR 1924 
subpart B; 7 CFR 1941 subpart A; 7 CFR 1945 subpart D; 7 CFR 1943 
subpart A; 7 CFR 1951 subpart S; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B; 7 CFR 1962 
subpart A; 7 CFR 1965 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulations are needed to set forth the curriculum and 
process to train Consolidated Farm Service Agency borrowers.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/25/92                    57 FR 55473
NPRM Comment Period End         12/28/92                    57 FR 55473
Interim Final Rule              12/30/93                    58 FR 69190
Final Action                    06/00/96
Final Action Effective          06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB13 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE04
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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101. GUARANTEED LOAN PROGRAMS; MONITORING LIQUID ACCOUNTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart A; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Lenders are currently required to monitor liquidated accounts 
for five years. This regulation will reduce that period of time to 
three years. This regulation change only affects the monitoring of 
guaranteed loan accounts in which a final loss claim has been paid. 
These accounts will be monitored by lenders for three years following 
the liquidation for potential future recoveries.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/05/94                    59 FR 23173
NPRM Comment Period End         07/05/94                    59 FR 23173
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB29 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE05
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
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102. IMPLEMENTATION OF CERTIFIED LENDER PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1987; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301; PL 102-554 
[[Page 23046]] 

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart A; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1993. Other, Statutory, 
April 28, 1993.
Sec 23 of Pub. L. 102-554, requires that interim regulations be 
published by April 28, 1993, and final regulations published by October 
1, 1993.

Abstract: Lenders participating in the Guaranteed Loan Program have 
cited the excessive amount of paperwork and time required to apply for 
and receive approval on guaranteed loans as a deterrent to 
participation in the program. The Agency assembled a Guaranteed 
Overview Task Force to identify specific forms and regulations that 
could be eliminated or revised without increasing the risk to the 
Government. Fewer forms and a streamlined process will reduce operating 
costs for both the Consolidated Farm Service Agency and lenders. 
Regulations were being drafted when a law was passed requiring a 
Certified Lender Program, along with a simplified application process 
for guaranteed loans of $50,000 or less.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/24/93                    58 FR 34302
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB33 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.
This rule implements section 18 of the Agricultural Credit Improvement 
Act of 1992 which establishes a Certified Lender Program (CLP). Farm 
operating loans and farm ownership loans are excluded with the 
exception of nonfarm enterprise activity from the scope of Executive 
Order 12372, which requires intergovernmental consultation with State 
and local offices.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE07
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

103. 1945-D EMERGENCY LOAN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND 
AUTHORIZATIONS--WAIVER OF CROP INSURANCE FOR CROPS PLANTED FOR HARVEST IN 
1992 AND 1993

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1945 subpart D; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Food, Agricultural, Conservation and Trade Act of 1990 
(FACT Act) (PL 101-624), as amended, waived the requirement for losses 
to the 1990 crop, and the Dire Supplemental Appropriations Act waived 
it again for 1991 crop losses. This action is necessary to implement 
the provisions of the Supplemental Appropriations, Transfers and 
Rescissions for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1992, and Other 
Purposes Act (PL 102-368 1992 Supplemental Appropriations Act).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/17/92                    57 FR 54172
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Sectors Affected:  None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB38 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE08
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

104. INSURED AND GUARANTEED OPERATING AND FARM OWNERSHIP LOAN AND 
RELATED INSTRUCTIONS TO IMPLEMENT SECTIONS 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, AND 19 OF THE 
AGRICULTURAL CREDIT IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1992

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-554

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1910; 7 CFR 1924; 7 CFR 1941; 7 CFR 1943; 7 CFR 
1945; 7 CFR 1980; 7 CFR 1955

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1993. Other, Statutory, 
April 28, 1993.
Sec 23 of Pub. L. 102-554, requires that interim regulations be 
published by April 28, 1993, and final regulations published by October 
1, 1993.

Abstract: The law was enacted to assist beginning farmers and ranchers 
in getting started in agriculture. The 1987 Census of Agriculture 
indicated an increase of 20.7 percent in the number of farmers in the 
65 and over age group between 1978 and 1987. During the same period the 
number of farmers less than 25 years of age declined by 46.2 percent 
and the number of farmers between 25 and 34 years of age declined by 15 
percent. The impact and cost on the farm ownership (FO) loan program 
should be minimal in view of the required 10 percent cash downpayment 
by beginning farmer applicants. The impact on the operating loan (OL) 
program should be minimal in view of FO loan restrictions during the 
first 5 years of participation in this program. Applicants have a 
choice of applying for FO and OL assistance under the new programs or 
under the existing FO and OL programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/30/93                    58 FR 48275
Final Action                    12/01/96
Final Action Effective          12/01/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB41 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE09


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23047]]
105. SECTION 14 OF THE AGRICULTURAL CREDIT IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1992, 
(GRADUATION) AND SECTIONS 1819 (LOAN ASSESSMENT) AND 1821 (MARKET 
PLACEMENT) OF THE FACT ACT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301; 7 USC 1989; PL 101-624, sec 
1819; PL 101-624, sec 1821; PL 102-554, sec 14

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1910; 7 CFR 1924; 7 CFR 1941; 7 CFR 1951; 7 CFR 
1980; 7 CFR 1943; 7 CFR 1945; 7 CFR 1962

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1993. Other, Statutory, 
August 28, 1993.
Sec 23 of Pub. L. 102-554, requires that interim regulations be 
published by April 28, 1993, and final regulations published by October 
1, 1993.

Abstract: The objectives of this action are to improve borrowers' 
prospects for a successful operation. These changes are intended to 
promote graduation to private credit in conjunction with Loan 
Assessment and Market Placement regulations. The expected outcome is 
more rapid borrower progress and greater numbers of borrowers achieving 
economic viability. The primary focus of the graduation effort will be 
those borrowers classified ``commercial'' and ``standard.'' These 
classifications signify borrowers that possess a financial position 
that would normally be expected to enable them to obtain private 
credit.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/30/93                    58 FR 69274
NPRM Comment Period End         02/28/94                    58 FR 69274
Interim Final Rule              04/00/95
Final Action                    01/01/96
Final Action Effective          01/01/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB45 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE11
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

106. THE AGRICULTURAL CREDIT IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1992

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-554, sec 18; PL 102-554, sec 22

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1946; 7 CFR 1980

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1993. Other, Statutory, 
April 28, 1993.
Sec 23 of Pub. L. 102-554, requires that interim regulations be 
published by April 28, 1993, and final regulations published by October 
1, 1993.

Abstract: The objective of this law, as expressed in these changes, is 
to assist farmers depending on and deserving of Consolidated Farm 
Service Agency (CFSA) credit by easing credit requirements for 
guaranteed loans. The ratio of operating expenses of State mediation 
programs matched by CFSA also will rise from 50 to 70 percent. Both 
changes are mandated by the law.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/17/93                    58 FR 65871
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB51 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE13
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

107. IMPLEMENT SECTIONS 11 AND 13 OF THE AGRICULTURE CREDIT 
IMPROVEMENT ACT 1993 (APPLICATION PROCESSING TIMEFRAME)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-554

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1910; 7 CFR 1980

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1993. Other, Statutory, 
April 28, 1993.
Sec 23 of Pub. L. 102-554 requires interim regulations by publish 
published by April 28, 1993, and final regulations publish by October 
1, 1993.

Abstract: The Agricultural Credit Improvement Act of 1992 requires the 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA) to change its procedures for 
notifying applicants for farmer program loans and loan guarantees when 
information is needed to complete an application. In addition, County 
Offices will now be required to report applications that remain pending 
45 days after receipt, and the reasons they remain pending. The Agency 
is also required to report to the Congress every month each application 
pending more that 50 days after its receipt. In addition, County 
Committees are required under the Act to review all applications for 
direct and guaranteed farmer programs loans not later than 5 days after 
receipt if there is more than one other complete application pending, 
and not later than 15 days if there are no other complete applications 
pending. These changes will ensure more timely and consistent 
processing of applications. Otherwise, their impact on the Agency 
should be minimal. Impact on applicants and participating lenders 
should be favorable, regarding timeliness in processing.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/29/93                    58 FR 68717
Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB56 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE14


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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23048]]
108. ACQUISITION AND MANAGEMENT OF REAL AND CHATTEL PROPERTY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70; 7 CFR 1955A; 7 CFR 1955C

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, April 28, 1993.

Abstract: Provide additional notice to Native Americans to convey 
property prior to foreclosure, notify tribe of properties value and 
inform them of the amount of the Government's bid at a foreclosure 
sale. Allow surplus property to be leased with or without an option to 
purchase to eligible program applicants. Will implement changes 
required by the Agricultural Improvement Act of 1992, H.R. 6129, which 
was signed on October 28, 1992. Will also regulate how properties can 
be transferred to Indian tribes.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/29/93                    58 FR 68722
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB63 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE15
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

109. REMOVAL OF THE PROHIBITION AGAINST CHARGING INTEREST ON 
INTEREST ON GUARANTEED LOANS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart A; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Lenders participating in the Guaranteed Loan Program have 
been reluctant to restructure the loans of delinquent guaranteed 
borrowers because of restrictive regulatory requirements. The 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA) requires lenders to set aside 
the accrued interest portion of loans that are being restructured. 
Interest is only accrued on the outstanding principal. This practice is 
contrary to standard industry practice. Lenders normally capitalize the 
outstanding interest portion of the loan and reschedule or reamortize 
the payments based on the new principal amount. CFSA's restriction on 
capitalizing interest reduces the lender's return on the guaranteed 
loans. Also, the unique treatment of guaranteed loans requires 
additional bookkeeping efforts. There will be no substantial additional 
cost or savings with this change.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/30/94                    59 FR 14769
NPRM Comment Period End         04/14/94                    59 FR 14769
Final Action                    08/01/95
Final Action Effective          08/01/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB70 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE16
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

110. SMALL FARMER OUTREACH TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 
PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624; 7 USC 2279; 7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1943 subpart C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The subpart is being added to meet the objectives of the 
Small Farmer Outreach Training and Technical Assistance Program which 
will allow the Consolidated Farm Service Agency to fund cooperative and 
other agreements or enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with 1890 
or other eligible educational institution institutions or community-
based organizations. (1890 Colleges and Universities - Black Land Grant 
Colleges established under the 1890 Morrill Act.)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/27/94                    59 FR 66441
Final Action                    10/01/95

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB74 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE17
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

111. SPECIAL DISASTER SET-ASIDE PROGRAM; IMPLEMENTATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301; 42 USC 1480

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1951 subpart T

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency is proposing to amend its servicing regulations to 
implement the Special Disaster Set-Aside program to provide 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency officials with a servicing tool that 
will allow Farmer Program borrowers who were affected by the 1993 
weather disasters to move their CFSA annual installments to the end of 
the loan term without restructuring their loan account(s). The intended 
effect is to service disaster victims in business. This program will 
only be available to disaster victims until April 1, 1995, and only to 
those borrowers who are current or less than 180 days delinquent.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/21/94                    59 FR 53079
Final Action                    01/01/96
Final Action Effective          01/01/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal [[Page 23049]] 

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB85 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis and Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE20
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________


112.  FEDERAL CROP INSURANCE REFORM AND DEPARTMENT OF 
AGRICULTURE REORGANIZATION ACT OF 1994

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301; 42 USC 1980; 42 USC 1480; PL 
103-354, sec 427; PL 103-354, sec 371

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1941; 7 CFR 1943; 7 CFR 1945; 7 CFR 1980; 7 CFR 
2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The objective of this regulation change is to implement the 
provision of the Federal Crop Insurance Reform Act of 1994 requiring 
producers to obtain at least catastrophic risk protection as a 
condition of receiving any benefit. This will apply to both direct and 
guaranteed Operating, Farm Ownership and Emergency loans. Current 
regulations require the purchase of available crop insurance only for 
Emergency loans. The requirement should increase the borrower's 
prospects of success in the wake of a disaster, since the disaster 
payment program will no longer exist. The cost of the catastrophic 
coverage is limited to a standard processing fee and should not place a 
financial hardship on loan recipients. The cost to the Agency will be 
limited to the distribution of information and enforcement of the 
requirement. There is no alternative which would be in compliance with 
the law.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB90 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Regulations Analysis & Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy Administrator, Policy 
Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, DC 20013, 202 720-
7583

RIN: 0560-AE25



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

113. SUGAR AND CRYSTALLINE FRUCTOSE MARKETING ALLOTMENT REGULATIONS 
FOR FISCAL YEARS 1992 THROUGH 1996

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1435

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/09/95                     60 FR 7697

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AC14
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

114. 1993-CROP SUGAR BEET AND SUGARCANE PRICE SUPPORT LOAN RATES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1435

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/31/95                     60 FR 5836

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AC98
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

115. AMENDMENT TO THE U.S. WAREHOUSE ACT REGULATIONS--LICENSE AND 
INSPECTION FEES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 735 TO 742

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/11/94                    59 FR 51355

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD13
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

116. 1994-CROP SUGAR BEET AND SUGARCANE PRICE SUPPORT LOAN RATES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1435

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD41
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

117. 1995 EXTRA LONG STAPLE COTTON PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413; 7 CFR 1427

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/10/95                    60 FR 17984

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD42
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

118. COLORADO RIVER BASIN SALINITY CONTROL PROGRAM AMENDMENTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 702

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Cancelled: Transferred to 
NRCS due to USDA Reorganization 10/24/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23050]] 

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD45
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

119. MALTING BARLEY ASSESSMENT

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1413

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/18/94                    59 FR 59639

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD55
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

120. AMENDMENTS TO THE WETLANDS RESERVE PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 703

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/23/94                    59 FR 60297

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD59
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

121. COOPERATIVE MARKETING ASSOCIATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR 
PRICE SUPPORT

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1425

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/11/95                     60 FR 2680

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD70
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

122. GENERAL PRICE SUPPORT REGULATIONS FOR HONEY

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1434

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/04/95                      60 FR 321

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD73
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

123. GENERAL PRICE SUPPORT REGULATIONS FOR GRAIN, RICE, AND OIL 
SEEDS FOR 1993 TO 1995 CROP YEARS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1421

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/05/95                     60 FR 1709

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD74
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

124. END-USE CERTIFICATE SYSTEM

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 708

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/26/95                     60 FR 5087

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD77
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

125. AMENDMENTS TO THE COTTON PRICE SUPPORT REGULATIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1427

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/05/95                     60 FR 1709

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD82
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

126.  EXTENSION OF CRP CONTRACTS SCHEDULED TO EXPIRE IN FY 
1995

Legal Authority:  16 USC et seq

CFR Citation:  07 CFR 704

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is needed to establish the policy and procedures 
to allow holders of CRP contracts expiring September 30, 1995, to 
modify their contracts to extend the expiration date for 1 year. This 
option was announced by the Secretary on August 24, 1994. The expected 
cost is approximately $83 million, depending on the number of contracts 
modified.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/31/95                     60 FR 5836

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, Agricultural Economist, Office of the 
Department of Agriculture, Consolidated Farm Service Agency, Deputy 
Administrator, Policy Analysis, Room 3741-S, P.O. Box 2415, Washington, 
DC 20013, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AD94
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

127. REAL PROPERTY INSURANCE

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1806

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action planned in 
the next 12 months.             03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AE00
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________

128. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart J; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       10/13/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AE03
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Consolidated Farm Service Agency (CFSA)
______________________________________________________________________


129. FIVE-YEAR APPLICANT LOAN ELIGIBILITY CERTIFICATION BY COUNTY 
COMMITTEE

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1910 subpart A; 7 CFR 1941 subpart A; 7 CFR 1943 
subpart A; 7 CFR 1943 subpart B; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B [[Page 23051]] 

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn -County Committee 
abolished per Reorganization Act 
of 1994.                        10/13/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Witzig, 202 720-7583

RIN: 0560-AE06
BILLING CODE 3410-05-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

130. IMPORTATION OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 150dd; 7 USC 150ee; 7 USC 150ff; 7 USC 151 to 
167; 7 USC 450; 21 USC 136; 21 USC 136a

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 319.56

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department regulates the importation of fruits and 
vegetables into the United States to prevent the introduction of plant 
pests, including insects and diseases. A review of the Department's 
fruits and vegetables import regulations indicates the need for a 
complete revision to make the regulations more effective and to 
increase compliance with them.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Mr. Frank Cooper, Senior Operations Officer, PPQ, Port 
Operations, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 139, Riverdale, MD 20737-1236, 
301 734-6799

RIN: 0579-AA58
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________


131. IMPORTATION OF CERTAIN EMBRYOS AND ANIMAL SEMEN

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1622; 21 USC 103 to 105; 21 USC 111; 21 USC 
134a to 134d; 21 USC 134f; 21 USC 136; 21 USC 136a; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 98

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Cyclical review of 9 CFR part 98, ``Importation of Certain 
Animal Embryos and Animal Semen.'' An advance notice of proposed 
rulemaking which solicited public comment on certain existing 
requirements in part 98, confirmed that the regulations in this part no 
longer reflect international industry practices and are inconsistent, 
at least in part, with scientifically accepted procedures. Specific 
changes proposed will be determined after thorough review of existing 
requirements. Potential cost and benefits are unknown at this time.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/08/93                    58 FR 36625
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/07/93
Begin Review                    04/00/95
NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dr. Roger Perkins, Staff Veterinarian, VS, National 
Center for Import and Export, Department of Agriculture, Animal and 
Plant Health Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 38, Riverdale, MD 
20737-1231, 301 734-8172

RIN: 0579-AA63



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

132. CYCLICAL REVIEW OF 9 CFR PART 92, PHASE II

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1622; 19 USC 1306; 21 USC 102 to 105; 21 USC 
111; 21 USC 114a; 21 USC 134a to 134d; 21 USC 134f; 21 USC 135; 21 USC 
136; 21 USC 136a; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 92

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is reviewing the regulations in 9 CFR part 92, 
which, among other things, govern the importation into the United 
States of certain animals and poultry, and certain animal and poultry 
products. This is in compliance with Executive Order 12866 and 
Departmental Regulation 1512-1, which requires agencies to periodically 
review regulations.
The Department is conducting this Cyclical Review in phases. Phase I, 
effective August 2, 1990, reorganized the regulations. The Department 
is now starting Phase II. Subpart F (Dogs) of 9 CFR Part 92 has been 
reviewed and a notice of proposed rulemaking will be published. Reviews 
of the other subparts will follow. If the Department determines those 
regulations should be changed, notices of proposed rulemaking will be 
published.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM subpart F                  04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End Subpart 
F                               06/00/95
Final Action Subpart F          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dr. Andrea Morgan, Senior Staff Veterinarian, VS, 
National [[Page 23052]] Center for Import and Export, Department of 
Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, 4700 River 
Road Unit 38, Riverdale, MD 20737-1231, 301 734-8383

RIN: 0579-AA34
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

133. IMPORTATION OF CERTAIN ANIMALS AND POULTRY AND CERTAIN ANIMAL 
AND POULTRY PRODUCTS--PREVENTION OF POULTRY DISEASES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1622; 19 USC 1306; 21 USC 102 to 105; 21 USC 
111; 21 USC 134a to 134d; 21 USC 134f; 21 USC 135; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 92

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department currently regulates the importation of poultry 
and poultry products, including eggs for hatching, to prevent the 
introduction of certain poultry diseases into the United States. We are 
considering revising these regulations to add restrictions to prevent 
the introduction of Salmonella enteritidis, serotype enteritidis, 
phage-type 4 (referred to below as S. enteritidis, phage-type 4), a 
virulent type of Salmonella that has not been detected in poultry 
flocks in the United States. Canada is the only country other than the 
United States in which poultry flocks are recognized as being free of 
S. enteritidis, phage-type 4. Safeguards under consideration include 
testing of individual poultry of the flock of origin in the country of 
origin, and testing and inspection during quarantine in the United 
States.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dr. Keith Hand, Senior Staff Veterinarian, VS, Import-
Export Animals Staff, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant 
Health Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 39, Riverdale, MD 
20737-1231, 301 734-5097

RIN: 0579-AA38
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

134. ADDITION OF CERVIDAE TO THE REGULATIONS CONCERNING 
TUBERCULOSIS IN LIVESTOCK

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 105; 21 USC 111 to 113; 21 USC 114; 21 USC 
114a; 21 USC 115 to 117; 21 USC 120 to 121; 21 USC 134b; 21 USC 134f

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 77; 9 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Bovine tuberculosis is a contagious, infectious, and 
communicable disease affecting cattle, bison, and other species, 
including humans. The spread of bovine tuberculosis in the United 
States could have serious consequences for the United States cattle and 
bison industries, as well as for human health. Currently, the 
regulations concerning control and eradication programs for bovine 
tuberculosis in livestock only regulate cattle, bison, and swine. 
Recent outbreaks in the United States of bovine tuberculosis in semi-
domesticated herds of cervidae (such as deer and elk) have made 
apparent the need to also regulate these animals in order to prevent 
the spread of bovine tuberculosis.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Dr. Joseph VanTiem, Senior Staff Veterinarian, VS, 
Cattle Diseases and Surveillance, Department of Agriculture, Animal and 
Plant Health Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 36, Riverdale, MD 
20737-1231, 301 734-8715

RIN: 0579-AA53
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

135. EXPORT CERTIFICATION

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 147a; 7 USC 2260; 21 USC 136; 21 USC 136a; 49 
USC 1741

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 353; 7 CFR 354

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to revise the ``Phytosanitary 
Export Certification'' regulations, which concern inspection and 
certification of plants and plant products offered for export. The 
proposed rule would facilitate the phytosanitary certification of 
American agricultural products by ensuring that a sufficient number of 
qualified individuals are available to carry out Federal certification 
activities and by implementing new certification systems in conjunction 
with existing phytosanitary certification. Revising the regulations 
would make them easier to understand, thereby increasing compliance and 
the effectiveness of the regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Leonard M. Crawford, Senior Operations Officer, PPQ, 
Port Operations, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 139, Riverdale, MD 20737-1236, 
301 734-8537

RIN: 0579-AA54
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

136. ADVANCE NOTICE OF PROPOSED REVISION OF THE FEDERAL SEED ACT 
REGULATIONS FOR IMPORTED SEED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1581 to 1611

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 201

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 1, 1982, the Agricultural Marketing Service 
transferred to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service 
responsibility for administering Title III of the Federal Seed Act 
(FSA), which pertains to regulation of foreign commerce in seeds. 
Shortly afterwards, in 1983, the FSA was amended and the inspection 
requirements for imported seeds were considerably lessened. However, 
regulations under the FSA (7 CFR 201.101 to 201.230) have not been 
revised to reflect either the 1982 transfer of regulatory authority or 
the 1983 statutory amendments. Therefore, we are considering revising 
FSA regulations to reflect these changes. We are also considering 
revising FSA regulations to update or delete obsolete 
[[Page 23053]] sections, including taxonomies of listed weeds, and 
simplifying inspection requirements for seed imports from Canada. We 
will solicit comments from the public on the current regulations and 
any current revisions.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/13/94                    59 FR 47286
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/31/94
NPRM                            03/23/95                    60 FR 15257
NPRM Comment Period End         04/24/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Polly Lehtonen, Botanist, PPQ, Biological Assessment/
Taxonomic Support, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 133, Riverdale, MD 20737-1236, 
301 734-8896

RIN: 0579-AA64
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

137. DEFINITION OF ``BIOLOGICAL PRODUCTS'' AND ``GUIDELINES''

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 151 to 159

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule would update the definitions of 
``biological products'' and ``guidelines'' to reflect current usage. 
The definition of biological products has not been amended since 1973. 
APHIS has received a citizen's petition from producers of veterinary 
biological products to update this definition to accommodate advances 
in scientific knowledge and to reflect current usage. Similarly, a 
definition of guidelines is necessary to describe the purpose of such 
documents as veterinary biologics memoranda, licensing considerations, 
and notices.
The proposal would provide guidance to producers who are making a 
choice to seek regulatory approval from the Food and Drug 
Administration for a product intended for use as an animal drug (e.g. 
antibiotics, hormones, feed supplements, etc.) or from APHIS for a 
product intended for use as a veterinary biological product (e.g. 
vaccines, adjuvants, immunomodulators, and diagnostics). Submission to 
the appropriate Federal agency would depend upon the intended use of 
the product for which regulatory approval is sought.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Dr. Frank Y. Tang, Biotechnologist, BCTA, BBEP, 
Veterinary Biologics, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant 
Health Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 148, Riverdale, MD 
20737-1237, 301 734-4833

RIN: 0579-AA65
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

138. IN VITRO TESTS FOR SERIAL RELEASE IN PLACE OF ANIMAL POTENCY 
TESTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 151 to 159

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 113

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the Virus-Serum-Toxin Act, veterinary biologics are 
required to be pure, safe, potent, and efficacious (not contaminated, 
dangerous, harmful, or worthless). Before a licensed veterinary 
biological product can be released for market, it must be demonstrated 
to be potent and efficacious. This is ordinarily done by determining 
the immunogenicity of the product. The use of fewer animals for 
immunogenicity testing would be consistent with the intent of animal 
welfare legislation to reduce dependence on animals for testing when 
feasible. The proposed rule would allow the use of in vitro tests in 
place of animal tests for determining the immunogenicity of veterinary 
biologics, provided that the in vitro tests meet the requirements of a 
``parallel line assay'' so that the relative antigenic potency of a 
biological product can be determined by comparison with a reference 
preparation of known antigenicity. The proposed rule should not have a 
significant economic impact on manufacturers of veterinary biologics 
and other small businesses since immunogenicity testing is already 
required under the regulations pertaining to the preparation of 
veterinary biologics (cont)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: (9 CFR part 113). Under the 
proposed rule, manufacturers would retain the option whether or not to 
use in vitro tests in place of animal tests, based upon cost or 
feasibility.
The proposed rule would also require that reference preparations used 
in the determination of relative antigenic potency be updated 
periodically so as to ensure that reference preparations continue to be 
correlated with immunogenicity. Not to require requalification of 
references could result in the preparation of a worthless biological 
product.

Agency Contact: Dr. Albert Morgan, Chief Staff Veterinarian, BBEP, 
Veterinary Biologics, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant 
Health Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 148, Riverdale, MD 
20737-1237, 301 734-8245

RIN: 0579-AA66
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

139.  IMPORT/EXPORT USER FEES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1622; 19 USC 1306; 21 USC 102 to 105; 21 USC 
111; 21 USC 114; 21 USC 114a; 21 USC 134a to 134d; 21 USC 134f; 21 USC 
135; 21 USC 136; 21 USC 136a

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 130

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Proposal to amend existing user fees for certain import- and 
export-related services we provide for live animals and birds, animal 
products, organisms and vectors, and germ plasm and veterinary 
diagnostic services. Proposal also includes establishment of user fees 
for import- and export-related services we provide for live animals and 
birds, and animal products and byproducts. Actions are necessary to 
help ensure that we recover our costs, and to simplify and clarify 
application of user fees.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None [[Page 23054]] 

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barbara Thompson, Chief, BAD, Financial Systems 
Services Branch, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 54, Riverdale, MD 20737-1232, 
301 734-5901

RIN: 0579-AA67
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

140.  USER FEES--COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT AND VESSELS; 
PHYTOSANITARY CERTIFICATES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2260; 21 USC 136 to 136a; 49 USC 1741

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 354.3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: APHIS would amend the user fee regulations by lowering the 
fees charged for certain agricultural quarantine and inspection 
services we provide in connection with the arrival of international 
commercial aircraft at ports in the customs territory of the United 
States. APHIS would also amend the user fee regulations by raising the 
fees charged for export certification of plants and plant products. We 
have determined, based on a review of our user fees, that the fees must 
be adjusted to reflect the actual cost of providing these services. In 
addition, we are proposing to amend the user fee regulations to clarify 
the exemption for certain vessels which sail only between the United 
States and Canada.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Donna Ford, PPQ User Fees Section Head, BAD, Financial 
Systems Services Branch, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant 
Health Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 54, Riverdale, MD 
20737-1232, 301 734-5901

RIN: 0579-AA68
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

141.  HSTAIC REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE FEES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1622; 19 USC 1306; 21 USC 102 to 105; 21 USC 
111; 21 USC 114a; 21 USC 134a to 134d; 21 USC 134f; 21 USC 135; 21 USC 
136; 21 USC 136a; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 92.430; 9 CFR 92.522

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Certain animals intended for importation into the United 
States must first be quarantined at the Harry S Truman Import Center 
(HSTAIC) in Florida. Because of current wording in the Code of Federal 
Regulations concerning capital expenditures, the Animal and Plant 
Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is unable to collect money from 
importers for the maintenance and repair of HSTAIC. APHIS is proposing 
to collect a ``repair and maintenance'' fee from importers who use 
HSTAIC. By charging importers a minimal fee, APHIS will be able to make 
vital repairs at HSTAIC and also keep the facility and its equipment in 
good operating condition. The amount charged will be a pro rated share 
based on Internal Revenue Service guidelines for depreciation of the 
facility and equipment. These funds will be established and maintained 
in a separate account to be used exclusively for repairs and 
maintenance at HSTAIC. The HSTAIC physical plant and its equipment are 
in a serious state of disrepair. If repairs are not made, the facility 
may be forced to close down. Such a development could have an adverse 
economic impact on those U.S. importers who depend on the facility to 
provide them with high-risk quarantine services.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Joan Montgomery, Staff Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, 4700 River 
Road Unit 39, Riverdale, MD 20737-1231, 301 734-8172

RIN: 0579-AA69
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

142.  USER FEES, REVISED USER FEES FOR FULL-COST RECOVERY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1622; 19 USC 1306; 21 USC 102 to 105; 21 USC 
111; 21 USC 114; 21 USC 114a; 21 USC 134a to 134d; 21 USC 134f; 21 USC 
135; 21 USC 136; 21 USC 136a

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 130

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is 
proposing to revise current fees for cost increases or decreases in the 
user fee program and to propose additional fees for goods and services 
which APHIS provides. The purpose is to more accurately provide for 
full-cost recovery of Agency activities. Fees being revised include: 
user fees at APHIS's animal import centers and user fees at the 
National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) (including the labs at 
the Foreign Animal Diseases Diagnostic Laboratory (FADDL)) to account 
for cost increases and decreases. Fees being proposed include: user 
fees at APHIS's animal import center and user fees for hourly services, 
for tests and reagents which currently do not have user fees and for 
other miscellaneous goods and services at NVSL and FADDL.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Barbara Thompson, Chief, BAD, Financial Systems 
Services Branch, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 54, Riverdale, MD 20737-1232, 
301 734-5901

RIN: 0579-AA70
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________


143.  IMPORTATION OF ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 147a; 7 USC 150ee; 7 USC 161 to 162; 7 USC 450; 
7 USC 1622; 19 USC 1306; 21 USC 102 to 105; 21 USC 111; 21 USC 114a; 21 
USC 134a to 134d; 21 USC 134f; 21 USC 135; 21 USC 136; 21 USC 136a; 31 
USC 9701; ... [[Page 23055]] 

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 92; 9 CFR 94; 9 CFR 95; 9 CFR 96; 9 CFR 98

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: APHIS would amend the animal and animal product importation 
regulations that currently identify entire countries as those that are 
either free of certain diseases or those in which the diseases exist. 
The proposed change would allow for regionalization of countries--i.e., 
disease classification of parts of a country, an entire country, or 
groups of countries. The rule change would also recognize levels of 
disease risk in regions. Although APHIS anticipates expanding these 
proposed provisions to apply to the importation of all regulated 
animals and animal products, at this time the rule changes would apply 
to ruminants and swine, and their products.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Dr. Hugh Metcalf, Senior Staff Veterinarian, VS, 
Program Evaluation and Planning, Department of Agriculture, Animal and 
Plant Health Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 34, Riverdale, MD 
20737-1231, 301 734-7202

RIN: 0579-AA71



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

144. EXOTIC NEWCASTLE DISEASE IN ALL BIRDS AND POULTRY; PSITTACOSIS 
AND ORNITHOSIS IN POULTRY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 111 to 113; 21 USC 115; 21 USC 117; 21 USC 
120; 21 USC 123 to 126; 21 USC 134a; 21 USC 134b; 21 USC 134f

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 82

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Exotic Newcastle Disease (also known as viscerotropic 
velogenic Newcastle disease and as VVND) and psittacosis or ornithosis 
(now generally referred to as chlamydiosis) are communicable diseases 
of birds and poultry. The spread of these diseases in the United States 
could have serious consequences for the United States poultry industry. 
A review of the Department's regulations to prevent the interstate 
spread of these diseases indicates the need for a complete revision to 
make the regulations more effective and to increase compliance with 
them.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/28/94                    59 FR 33214
NPRM Comment Period End         08/29/94
NPRM                            09/30/94                    59 FR 44865
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 11/29/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Dr. C.M. Groocock, Senior Staff Veterinarian, VS, 
Emergency Programs, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 41, Riverdale, MD 20737-1231, 
301 734-8240

RIN: 0579-AA22
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

145. IMPORTATION OF UNMANUFACTURED WOOD

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 150dd; 7 USC 150ee; 7 USC 150ff; 7 USC 151 to 
167

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 319

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: USDA is developing regulations to restrict the importation of 
certain types of unmanufactured wood, such as logs, lumber, wood chips, 
bark, and pulp wood. There are a variety of plant pests and diseases 
associated with these articles, and there has recently been increased 
interest in importing large quantities of these articles into the U.S. 
At this time we are considering prohibiting the importation of logs and 
unmanufactured wood from certain tree genera and species, unless they 
meet importation criteria contained in the regulations and are imported 
under a permit issued by APHIS. The trees we are considering regulating 
in this manner are: all coniferous species; Carya; Fagus; Juglans; 
Liquidambar; Liriodendron; Nyssa; Populus; Quercus; Salix; and Thuja. 
The importation criteria would address the genus or species of the 
tree; the nature of the wood article; the country or area of origin; 
and methods by which the trees were harvested, stored, and treated.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/22/92                    57 FR 43628
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/23/92
NPRM                            01/20/94                     59 FR 3002
Public Hearing                  02/10/94                     59 FR 3002
Public Hearing                  02/23/94                     59 FR 3002
NPRM Comment Period End         04/20/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Agency Contact: Mr. Michael J. Shannon, Chief Operations Officer, PPQ, 
Operational Support, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 131, Riverdale, MD 20737-1236, 
301 734-8261

RIN: 0579-AA47
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

146. CHICKEN DISEASE CAUSED BY SALMONELLA ENTERITIDIS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 111; 21 USC 134a; 21 USC 134f

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 82

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Disease caused by the bacterium known as Salmonella 
enteritidis serotype enteritidis (referred to below as SE) is a serious 
problem in egg-type chicken breeding flocks and egg production flocks, 
and is also a serious public health concern. The Animal and Plant 
Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has established regulations to 
control the spread of SE in egg-type chicken breeding flocks and egg 
production flocks, and continues to [[Page 23056]] work to reduce the 
impact of SE on the poultry industry and consumer health. Under the 
current APHIS regulatory program, study flocks are identified through 
traceback of eggs implicated in human outbreaks of SE, these study 
flocks are subjected to testing for SE, and if the flocks test positive 
for SE, interstate movement of articles from the flocks is restricted. 
We are currently working with other agencies including the Agricultural 
Marketing Service, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Centers 
for Disease Control to evaluate the success of this approach and 
determine whether to propose changes to the regulatory procedures of 
the current program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/93                    58 FR 41048
Public Hearing                  09/02/93                    58 FR 46569
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
11/15/93                        09/28/93                    58 FR 50527
NPRM Comment Period End         10/01/93                    58 FR 41048
Public Hearing                  10/07/93                    58 FR 52240
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Allen Hogue, Director, Salmonella Task Force, 
Veterinary Service, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 43, Riverdale, MD 20737-1231, 
301 734-4363

RIN: 0579-AA48
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

147. ANIMAL WELFARE--STANDARDS FOR MARINE MAMMALS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2131 to 2159

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department regulates the treatment of certain marine 
mammals under the Animal Welfare Act. The present standards for 
treatment of these animals have been in effect for over 10 years. 
During this time, advances have been made and new information has been 
developed with regard to the housing and care of marine mammals. The 
Department has given notice of its review of the present standards to 
determine what revisions or additions might be necessary, and has 
requested comments on appropriate specific standards for treatment of 
marine mammals. The Department is conducting negotiated rulemaking and 
developing proposed changes to the regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/23/93                    58 FR 39458
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/06/93
NPRM                            03/24/95                    60 FR 15524
NPRM Comment Period End         03/24/95                    60 FR 15524
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Agency Contact: Dr. Barbara Kohn, Veterinary Medical Officer, REAC, 
Animal Care, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health 
Inspection Service, 4700 River Road Unit 84, Riverdale, MD 20737-1234, 
301 734-8699

RIN: 0579-AA59
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________


148. INTRODUCTION OF NONINDIGENOUS ORGANISMS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  7 USC 150aa to 150jj; 7 USC 151 to 167; 7 USC 1622n; 
31 USC 9701

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 335

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The scope of the Federal plant pest regulation in 7 CFR 
330.200 and the noxious weed regulations in 7 CFR 360 is limited to the 
importation and interstate movement of recognized plant pests and 
noxious weeds; the importation and interstate movement of nonindigenous 
organisms not known to present a plant-pest risk, as well as the 
release of such organisms into the environment, is not addressed. We 
believe that APHIS must supplement its current regulations to prevent 
or minimize the potential problems presented by the introduction 
(importation, interstate movement, and the release into the 
environment) of nonindigenous organisms whose plant-pest status is 
unknown. The proposed regulations would allow APHIS to examine 
nonindigenous organisms proposed for introduction, evaluate their 
plant-pest risk, and, if necessary, assign conditions to their 
introduction in order to prevent plant-pest dissemination.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/26/95                     60 FR 5288
NPRM Comment Period End         03/27/95
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Dr. Matthew H. Royer, Chief Operations Officer, BATS, 
PPQ, Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection 
Service, Room 626, Federal Building, 6505 Belcrest Road, Hyattsville, 
MD 20782, 301 436-8896

RIN: 0579-AA61



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

149. REGULATION OF HORSES AND FARM ANIMALS UNDER THE ANIMAL WELFARE 
ACT

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 1; 9 CFR 2; 9 CFR 3

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action expected 
in the next 12 months.          03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Debra E. Beasley, 301 734-4977

RIN: 0579-AA31


______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23057]]
150. NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT IMPLEMENTING PROCEDURES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 372

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/01/95                     60 FR 6000
Final Action Effective          03/03/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Mr. Robert E. Pizel, 301 734-8565

RIN: 0579-AA33
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

151. HONEYBEES AND HONEYBEE SEMEN; REMOVING CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON 
HONEYBEES AND HONEYBEE SEMEN FROM NEW ZEALAND

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 322

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/01/95                     60 FR 5997
Final Action Effective          03/03/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mr. James Fons, 301 734-8295

RIN: 0579-AA37
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

152. IMPORTATION OF NURSERY STOCK PLANTS, ROOTS, BULBS, SEEDS, AND 
OTHER PLANT PRODUCTS--PHASE II

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 319.37

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/13/95                     60 FR 3068
Final Action Effective          02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mr. Frank Cooper, 301 734-6799

RIN: 0579-AA41
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

153. PSEUDORABIES

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 85

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action expected 
in the next 12 months.          03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Arnold C. Taft, 301 734-4916

RIN: 0579-AA49
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________

154. IMPORTATION OF CERTAIN DRIED PORK PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 94

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/03/94                    59 FR 55021
Final Action Effective          12/05/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. John H. Blackwell, 301 734-7834

RIN: 0579-AA50
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
______________________________________________________________________


155. LLAMAS AND ALPACAS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 92; 9 CFR 94

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/17/94                    59 FR 52237
Final Action Effective          11/16/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Michael David, 301 734-7511

RIN: 0579-AA62
BILLING CODE 3410-34-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________

156. HIGHER EDUCATION CHALLENGE GRANTS PROGRAM; ADMINISTRATIVE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 3152

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3405

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulation will establish the procedures to be followed 
annually in the solicitation of proposals, the evaluation of such 
proposals, and the award of project grants under the Higher Education 
Challenge Grants Program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeffery Gilmore, Higher Education Grant Programs 
Manager, Department of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, 
Education, and Extension Service, Rm 3438 South Agriculture Building, 
14th Street & Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20250-2200, 202 
720-3377

RIN: 0524-AA02
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________

157. 1890 INSTITUTION CAPACITY BUILDING GRANTS PROGRAM; 
ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 3318

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3406

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulation will establish the procedures to be followed 
annually in the solicitation of proposals, the evaluation of such 
proposals, and award of project grants under the 1890 Institution 
Capacity Building Grants Program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/95
Final Action                    07/00/95
Final Action Effective          07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeffrey Gilmore, Higher Education Grant Programs 
Manager, Department of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, 
Education, and Extension Service, Rm 3438 South 
[[Page 23058]] Agriculture Building, 14th Street & Independence Ave. 
SW., Washington DC 20250-2200, 202 720-3377

RIN: 0524-AA03
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________

158. NATIONAL RESEARCH INITIATIVE COMPETITIVE GRANTS PROGRAM 
ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 450i(B); 7 USC 450i(c)(1)(A); 7 USC 3333; 7 USC 
5921

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension 
Service (CSREES) proposes to amend its regulations relating to the 
administration of the National Research Initiative Competitive Grants 
Program that prescribe the procedures to be followed annually in the 
solicitation of competitive grant proposals, the evaluation of such 
proposals, and the award of competitive research grants under this 
program. This action amends those regulations to clarify certain 
aspects of the program and to add eligibility requirements for the 
Agricultural Research Enhancement Awards.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Colien Hefferan, Acting Deputy Administrator, 
Department of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, Education, and 
Extension Service, Ag Box 2240, Washington, DC 20250-2240, 202 401-1761

RIN: 0524-AA07
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________

159. SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  15 USC 638

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3403

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to amend the Administrative Provisions of the 
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program to incorporate 
compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and 
changes to conform with the January 1993 issue of the SBIR Policy 
Directive. These changes include rewording and/or adding additional 
wording to further explain existing definitions and new requirements as 
well as the inclusion of new definitions and new requirements including 
the Documentation of Multiple Phase II awards. We propose to publish 
the SBIR Administrative Provisions as one document. This would be a 
practical and economical way to serve the public as well as offer one 
updated reference document for easy access.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Louise Ebaugh, Acting Director, Awards Management 
Division, Department of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, 
Education, and Extension Service, AG Box 2245, Washington, DC 20250-
2245, 202 401-5050

RIN: 0524-AA08
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________

160. HIGHER EDUCATION MULTICULTURAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM; 
ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 3152(b)(5); PL 103-111

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3409

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulations will establish the procedures to be followed 
annually in the solicitation of proposals, the evaluation of such 
proposals and the award of project grants under the Multicultural 
Scholars Program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/95
Final Action Effective          08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Jeffrey L. Gilmore, Higher Education Grant Programs 
Manager, Department of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, 
Education, and Extension Service, Rm 3438 South Agriculture Building, 
14th Street & Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20250-2200, 202 
720-3377

RIN: 0524-AA09
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________

161.  BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 3318

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3410

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to establish Administrative Provisions for the 
Buildings and Facilities Program to institute procedures to be followed 
in preparing proposals, to outline requirements which grant recipients 
must meet, to provide instructions on how to apply for a grant, and to 
provide general information about post-award administration of grants 
under the program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Louise Ebaugh, Acting Director, Awards Management 
Division, Department of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, 
Education, and Extension Service, AG Box 2245, Washington, DC 20250-
2245, 202 401-5050

RIN: 0524-AA11
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________

162.  AGRICULTURAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM 
ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 3318

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The objective of this proposal is to provide administrative 
regulations relating to the Cooperative State Research, Education, and 
Extension Service Agricultural Telecommunications Program.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None [[Page 23059]] 

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Phillip A. Carter, Director, Cooperative Funds 
Division, Competitive Research Grants and Awards Mgmt., Department of 
Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension 
Service, 2nd Floor Mezzanine, Cotton Annex, Washington, DC 20250-0995, 
202 401-4527

RIN: 0524-AA12
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________


163. PERSONAL PROPERTY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  40 USC 483(d)(2)(E)

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will set forth the procedures to be followed 
by State Cooperative Extension entities eligible to receive Federal 
excess personal property loaned by the Extension Service and used in 
the conduct of approved USDA cooperative Extension projects and 
programs. It will also cover the procedure for acquisition and disposal 
of personal property purchased with Federal funds.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0527-AA02 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Betty Bolt, Property Utilization Specialist, Department 
of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension 
Service, Ag Box 0993, Cotton Annex, Washington, DC 20250-0993, 202 401-
4502

RIN: 0524-AA14



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________


164. ADMINISTRATIVE MANUAL FOR FEDERAL EXCESS PERSONAL PROPERTY 
LOANED TO STATE COOPERATIVE RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  40 USC 483 (d)(2)(E)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3408

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will set forth the procedures to be followed 
by Cooperative Research entities eligible to receive Federal excess 
personal property loaned by the Cooperative State Research Service and 
used in the conduct of approved USDA cooperative research projects and 
programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/14/93                    58 FR 53153
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/93
Interim Final Rule              04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0527-AA01 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Betty Bolt, Property Utilization Specialist, Department 
of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension 
Service, 3M00 Cotton Annex Building, Ag Box 0993, Washington, DC 20250-
0993, 202 401-4502

RIN: 0524-AA13



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
______________________________________________________________________


165. FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES NATIONAL NEEDS GRADUATE 
FELLOWSHIPS GRANTS PROGRAM; REVISED ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3402

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/30/94                    59 FR 68072
Final Action Effective          12/30/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeffrey L. Gilmore, 202 720-3377

RIN: 0524-AA10
BILLING CODE 3410-22-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

166. SECTION 502 RURAL HOUSING LOAN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND 
AUTHORIZATIONS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1480; 7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart A; 7 CFR 1910 subpart A; 7 CFR 1965 
subpart C; 7 CFR 1951 subpart G; 7 CFR 1944 subpart J; 7 CFR 1924 
subpart C; 7 CFR 1930 subpart C; 7 CFR 1941 subpart A; 7 CFR 1944 
subpart D; 7 CFR 1944 subpart N; 7 CFR 1951 subpart M; 7 CFR 1951 
subpart S; 7 CFR 1955 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will make major revisions on single family housing 
loan making regulation including elimination of housing restrictions 
and new concepts of modest housing, revised method of granting interest 
credit, use of ratios for determining repayment ability, changes in 
[[Page 23060]] application processing and changes in maximum loan 
limits.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/28/92                    57 FR 17858
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/28/92                    57 FR 17858
NPRM                            10/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA35
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

167. CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS--1940-D

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 100-259; PL 88-352; 42 USC 2000d et seq; PL 90-
284; 42 USC 3601 to 3619; PL 100-430; PL 92-318; 20 USC 1681 et seq; PL 
93-112; 29 USC 794; PL 94-135; 42 USC 6101 et seq; PL 94-239; 15 USC 
1601 et seq; EO 11246

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 15; 12 CFR 202; 28 CFR 42; 45 CFR 90; 41 CFR 60 to 
64; 24 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Will effectuate a comprehensive civil rights regulation 
implementing the following laws: The Equal Credit Opportunity Act 
(ECOA); Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended by the 
Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 (The Fair Housing Act); section 504 
Federally conducted programs, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 
1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and programs and activities; 
Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and Executive 
Order 11246. The revised regulations will provide detailed guidelines 
for field offices for improved enforcement and compliance with these 
laws which heavily impact the Agency's programs. Mechanisms for 
monitoring compliance by field offices and recipients of financial 
assistance at all levels will decrease the Agency's vulnerability due 
to noncompliance with recently enacted Civil Rights legislation. Also 
includes section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA83
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

168. HOUSING FOR RURAL HOMELESS AND MIGRANT FARMWORKERS; POLICIES, 
PROCEDURES, AND AUTHORIZATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1486

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart H (New)

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 28, 1991.

Abstract: This regulation provides for the eligibility of the rural 
homeless and migrant farmworkers under Section 516 Farm Labor Housing 
Program. Regulations are being drafted to implement this provision of 
the law which will provide short term occupancy housing for these 
individuals.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/96
NPRM Comment Period End         04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.
Additional Information: Regulation clearance is delayed pending 
legislative revisions.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB14
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

169. MANAGEMENT OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 96-510; PL 94-580; PL 94-469; PL 92-500

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 300; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 700; 40 CFR 400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: There are a number of Federal environmental statutes which 
govern the management of hazardous substances, materials and wastes. At 
the present time, Rural Housing and Community Development Service 
(RHCDS), Rural Business and Community Development Service (RBCDS), 
Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and Consolidated Farm Service Agency 
(CFSA) do not have implementing regulations for these Federal statutes. 
The development of implementation procedures for managing hazardous 
substances is necessary to insure consistency in compliance with 
Federal, as well as State, environmental statutes, and to develop 
appropriate ``due diligence'' policies to minimize the Agency's 
liability with regard to environmental cleanups of hazardous waste in 
loan processing/servicing and property management activities. RHCDS, 
RBCDS, RUS, and CFSA have approximately 3,500 inventory properties. 
RHCDS, RBCDS, RUS, and CFSA cannot be certain how many of these 
inventory properties will require hazardous waste cleanup prior to 
sale.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 [[Page 23061]] South Building, 
Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB18
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

170. HOUSING PRESERVATION GRANTS FOR REPLACEMENT OF HOUSING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1490m

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart N

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Housing Preservation Grant program will be expanded to 
include Housing Preservation Grant funds to be used for replacement 
housing. Funds will be used to provide loans or grants, not to exceed 
$15,000 per unit, to owners of single family housing to replace 
existing housing if repairs or rehabilitation of the housing is not 
practicable and the owner of the housing is unable to afford a loan 
under Section 502 for replacement housing.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB43
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

171. COMMUNITY PROGRAMS GUARANTEED LOANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart I

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend subject regulation which will provide more 
comprehensive guidance to applicants, lenders, and agency staff 
regarding financial assistance for essential guaranteed community 
facilities loans.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB48
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

172. IMPLEMENTATION PROCEDURES FOR HIGHLY ERODIBLE LAND AND 
WETLANDS CONSERVATION PROVISIONS OF THE FOOD SECURITY ACT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624; PL 99-198

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1940

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Subtitle B and subtitle C of title XII of the Food Security 
Act of 1985, Public Law 99-198, established requirements for the 
conservation of Wetlands and Highly Erodible Lands. These requirements 
were subsequently amended by the Food Agriculture Conservation and 
Trade Act of 1990, Public Law 101-624. The amendments, among other 
changes, would allow in some cases for graduated payment reductions 
rather than a complete loss of USDA program benefits to producers who 
contribute to excess soil erosion or wetlands conversion. Rural Housing 
and Community Development Service, Rural Business and Community 
Development Service, Rural Utilities Service and Consolidate Farm 
Service Agency proposes to revise existing regulations to reflect the 
amendments required by Public Law 101-624. In addition, the regulation 
will be reorganized and supplemented to improve understanding and ease 
of implementation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/95
Interim Final Rule              02/00/96
Final Action                    04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB58
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

173. PLANNING AND PERFORMING CONSTRUCTION AND OTHER DEVELOPMENT AND 
RELATED CONSTRUCTION SEISMIC SAFETY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7701 et seq; PL 95-124; EO 12699

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1924 subpart A; 7 CFR 1942 subpart A; 7 CFR 1942 
subpart C; 7 CFR 1948 subpart C; 7 CFR 1980 subpart E; 7 CFR 1980 
subpart G; 7 CFR 1944

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, September 15, 1994. Other, 
Statutory, February 28, 1995.
Executive Order 12699 requires agencies to plan and initiate by 
February 1, 1993, measures to assure appropriate consideration of 
Seismic Safety.

Abstract: The Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977 (PL 95-124, 42 
USC 7701 et seq) was passed to reduce the risk of personal injury and 
property damage from earthquakes through the establishment and 
maintenance of an effective earthquake hazards reduction program. 
Executive Order 12699 (EO) ``Seismic Safety of Federal and Federally 
Assisted or Regulated New Building construction'' requires all Federal 
agencies to ensure that new federally assisted buildings are designed 
and constructed in accord with appropriate seismic design and 
construction standards. Each agency is responsible for issuing or 
amending its regulations or procedures, planning for implementation 
through its own budget process, and regularly reviewing its regulations 
and procedures. The impact on National economic growth is considered to 
be negligible. For the typical Rural Housing and Community Development 
Service, Rural Business and Community Development Service, Rural 
Utilities Service, and Consolidate Farm Service Agency funded new 
building the additional cost associated with this requirement (1 to 2 
percent of the total construction cost) is [[Page 23062]] expected to 
be well worth the benefits gained.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB59
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

174. ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 91-190

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1940

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 1940.311 of FmHA Instruction 1940-G, Environmental 
Program, describes certain utility systems which meet the criteria for 
environmental review using the format for a Class I environmental 
assessment. There has been some confusion as to what constitutes a 
``substantial increase'' in withdrawal or discharge, and there has also 
been some confusion as to what criteria should be used when calculating 
a 50,000 gallon per day withdrawal from surface or groundwater. It is 
expected that the effect of this action will be to eliminate this 
unnecessary confusion, and reduce documentation and paperwork on the 
part of Rural Housing and Community Development Service, Rural Business 
and Community Development Service, Rural Utilities Service, and 
Consolidated Farm Service Agency employees in the preparation and 
review of Class I environmental assessments based on these sections.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/15/95                    60 FR 13928
NPRM Comment Period End         05/15/95                    60 FR 13928

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: On March 15, 1995, the NPRM for RIN 0575-AB64 
was published at 60 FR 13928 with incorrect RIN 0575-AB66.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB64
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

175. RURAL HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1490r

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart O

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will implement a rural housing voucher 
program in accordance with section 542 of the Housing Act of 1949. The 
Agency proposes to provide funds to grantees to assist very low-income 
persons and families to afford rental housing in rural areas and by 
assisting such families to pay rent for decent, safe, and sanitary 
housing. Grantees will be selected on a competitive basis and funded 
for a 5-year period. Assistance will include and administrative fee for 
the grantee and cover the difference in tenants' rent between Agency 
determined market rent and 30 percent of the family's adjusted income. 
Priority and fund distribution will consider subsidy needs of currently 
build and operating rural rental housing financed under section 515.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB79
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

176. DEBT SETTLEMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301; 31 USC 3711

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1956 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation is being revised to emphasize effective debt 
collection through administrative offsets, pursuing judgments, and 
making borrowers more accountable for the debt.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB80
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

177.  LENDER REPURCHASES OF GUARANTEED LOANS FROM CFSA

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Lenders participating in the Guaranteed Loan Program have 
been unable to purchase the guaranteed portion of loans back from 
Consolidated Farmers Service Agency (CFSA) with the guarantee remaining 
in place, once CFSA repurchases the loan from a holder. Lenders request 
to purchase these loans back, when borrowers pay the loan current or 
loan restructuring occurs. Recently, Department of Treasury has 
approved CFSA's request to allow lenders to purchase these loans back 
from CFSA on a recourse basis. This would allow the lender to keep the 
guarantee, save the Government the cost associated with holding the 
loan and allow the operators to continue with their farming/ranching 
operation. Current regulations require the lender to reimburse CFSA 
within 180 days of [[Page 23063]] CFSA's repurchase; lenders normally 
accomplish this through the liquidation of the loan.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis & 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB92
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________


178.  RURAL RENTAL AND RURAL COOPERATIVE HOUSING LOAN 
POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND AUTHORIZATIONS - POINT SCORE SYSTEM TO 
PRIORITIZE RURAL RENTAL HOUSING LOANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1489

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Regulatory action revises the point system used to 
prioritize rural rental housing loan requests by reducing the number of 
points for proposals located 20 or more miles from an urban area, by 
awarding points for communities with a need for rental units for larger 
families, by awarding points for proposals that leverage funds with 
State or local funds, and by revising the preapplication and market 
analysis requirements to require less detailed information at the 
preliminary eligibility and feasibility stage.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/01/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/01/95
Final Action                    09/01/95
Final Action Effective          10/01/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB93



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

179. RECAPTURE OF SECTION 502, RURAL HOUSING SUBSIDY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1951 subpart I

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Housing and Community Development Services proposes 
to revise the regulation for the recapture of subsidy granted on 
Section 502 rural housing loans. This action will simplify and automate 
the calculation process in conjunction with the purchase of a modern 
commercial off-the-shelf loan servicing system with escrow capability.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/25/90                    55 FR 42987
NPRM Comment Period End         12/24/90                    55 FR 42987
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA29
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

180. DENYING CREDIT TO APPLICANTS DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1823; 7 CFR 1910 subpart A; 7 CFR 1941 subpart A; 
7 CFR 1942 subpart A; 7 CFR 1942 subpart C; 7 CFR 1942 subpart G; 7 CFR 
1942 subpart H; 7 CFR 1942 subpart I; 7 CFR 1942 subpart J; 7 CFR 1942 
subpart K; 7 CFR 1943 subpart A; 7 CFR 1943 subpart B; 7 CFR 1944 
subpart A; 7 CFR 1945 subpart D; 7 CFR 1980 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OMB Circular A-129 dated November 25, 1988, recommends that 
the processing of applications for Federal direct loans be suspended 
and require private lenders to suspend processing of loan guarantee 
applications when an applicant is found to be delinquent on a Federal 
debt. The Federal Debt Collections Procedures Act of 1990 also requires 
that credit be denied if an outstanding judgment lien obtained by the 
United States in a Federal Court (other than the United States Tax 
Court), which has been recorded, is found.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/04/94                    59 FR 23018
NPRM Comment Period End         07/05/94                    59 FR 23018
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Item 7 (Cont.) 1944-D, E, and J; 1948-B and C; 
1951-E; 1980-E, G, and I

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA66


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23064]]
181. SECTION 502 RURAL HOUSING LOAN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND 
AUTHORIZATIONS (DEFERRED MORTGAGE PROGRAM)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart A; 7 CFR 1951 subpart G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation is being amended to include a mortgage 
payment deferral program to enable the Agency to assist a greater 
number of very low-income families. The Program is intended to provide 
additional assistance to those families who cannot afford the costs of 
homeownership with full interest credit benefits.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/23/91                    56 FR 41764
Final Action                    02/17/95
Final Action Effective          03/19/95


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The effective date of the law is April 1, 1991.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA87
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

182. PLANNING AND PERFORMING SITE DEVELOPMENT WORK

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1924 subpart C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under HR 5334, the Secretary is authorized to accept locally 
approved subdivisions. This regulation will be amended to no longer 
require approval of individual subdivisions before Rural Housing and 
Community Development Service (RHCDS) loans are approved within the 
subdivision. Instead, there will be individual site approval 
requirements. The cost of implementing the changes would include 
procedure development, training, and development of forms. The benefits 
would be that RHCDS site requirements would be consistent with Housing 
and Urban Development and Veterans Administration.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/19/94                    59 FR 42778
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/94
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA88
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

183. RURAL HOUSING GUARANTEED LOANS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart D; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Improve the acceptability of the program to lenders and the 
secondary market for mortgage loans to remove internal administrative 
procedures, and make minor corrections.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/28/92                    57 FR 17858
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/28/92                    57 FR 17858
NPRM                            09/03/93                    58 FR 46889
NPRM Comment Period End         11/02/93                    58 FR 46889
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB15
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

184. SECTION 502 RURAL HOUSING LOAN POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND 
AUTHORIZATIONS (INTEREST CREDIT/EARNED INCOME)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-508; PL 101-201; 25 USC 1480; 42 USC 1437; EO 
12744

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The definition of income is being revised pursuant to the 
Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990. The regulations are being 
revised to clarify that the interest of individual Indians in trust on 
restricted land shall not be considered a resource in determining 
eligibility. Changes are being made to exclude from the Agent Orange 
settlement fund or any other fund established pursuant to the 
settlement in Agent Orange liability litigation. Based on a Supreme 
Court decision, Rural Housing and Community Development Service is 
deleting the public posting that require county supervisors to post on 
the bulletin board after each selection period a list of those 
applications selected and notified of the processing of their 
applications. The county supervisors are also required to review the 
Single Family Housing applicants audited or most recent Federal tax 
return. Removes existing restrictions on U.S. Military personnel and 
income exclusion for Nazi victims. The interest credit regulation is 
being revised to remove previous discrepancies.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/06/93                      58 FR 507
NPRM Comment Period End         03/05/93                      58 FR 507
Interim Final Rule              06/00/95
Final Action Effective          08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $38,197; Yearly Recurring Cost: 
$38,197

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB16


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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23065]]
185. DISPOSITION OF INTERESTS IN INDIAN TRUST LAND

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1955; 7 CFR 1965

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Incorporate requirements of the Cranston-Gonzalez National 
Affordable Housing Act, Section 708. This law prohibits the transfer or 
sale of Rural Housing and Community Development Service security 
interest in Indian Trust Land to anyone except an eligible tribal 
member, the tribe, or the Indian Housing Authority serving the tribes. 
These requirements will enhance the opportunity of these specific 
entities to become homeowners, thereby serving a previously underserved 
area.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/19/93                    58 FR 53891
NPRM Comment Period End         12/17/93                    58 FR 53891
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB17
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

186. 1927-B REAL ESTATE TITLE CLEARANCE AND LOAN CLOSING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1927 subpart B; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Attorney and title companies close Rural Housing and 
Community Development Service (RHCDS) and Consolidated Farm Service 
Agency (CFSA) loans, provide title clearances, and disburses RHCDS/CFSA 
loan funds. In order to protect the security of the Government in the 
execution of these functions, RHCDS/CFSA requires them to have in full 
force and effect, an acceptable liability insurance policy for errors 
and omissions, deductible and appropriate level of fidelity coverage in 
the amount prescribed by RHCDS/CFSA. If the attorney or the title 
company wishes to close RHCDS/CFSA loans and has a larger deductible or 
lower insurance liability coverage, the State Director has to obtain 
authorization or exception from the National Office. The process is 
cumbersome and requires a great amount of paperwork and time. The use 
of Title Insurance is encouraged to be required by State Directors. 
This would eliminate the need for liability insurance bond coverage, 
and provide better protection for the government.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/11/94                    59 FR 24362
NPRM Comment Period End         07/11/94                    59 FR 24362
Final Action                    06/01/95
Final Action Effective          07/01/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $0; Yearly Recurring Cost: $0; 
Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1995

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

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB52
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

187. OFFSETS OF FEDERAL PAYMENTS TO FMHA BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1951 subpart C; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Housing and Community Development Service, Rural 
Business and Community Development Service, Rural Utilities Service, 
and Consolidated Farm Service Agency propose to amend their regulations 
on offsets of Federal payments to borrowers by removing repetitious 
directions and ambiguous guidance used by field offices to determine 
salary offset feasibility. The intended effect of this action is to add 
further guidance on salary offset eligibility criteria and to clarify 
the language of the regulations. The additional guidance provided by 
these proposed revisions will help to increase delinquent debt 
collection. If no revisions are made, it could result in reduced 
collections using administrative, salary and IRS offset.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/02/94                    59 FR 22548
NPRM Comment Period End         06/01/94                    59 FR 22548
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB55
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
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188. SECTION 515 NONPROFIT SET-ASIDE FUNDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1485; 7 USC 1989; 5 USC 301; PL 102-550, Sec 
708

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1940 subpart L; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation change will be in compliance with provisions 
of the Housing and Community Development Act allowing limited 
partnerships with a nonprofit general partner to participate in set-
aside; modify applicant eligibility requirements for nonprofit set-
aside; and modify provisions regarding available funds and pooling of 
unused funds.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/21/93                    58 FR 38949
Final Action Effective          00/00/00                [[Page 23066]] 

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB60
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

189. SECURITY SERVICING FOR MULTIPLE-FAMILY HOUSING LOANS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1980; 41 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1965 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 1965.85 of FmHA Instruction 1965-B requires that each 
delinquent Multiple Family Housing account be classified on a 
delinquency report in addition to the preparation of a detailed 
servicing plan. Since the plan also includes the reason for the 
delinquency and the plans for resolving the problem, the classification 
is a duplication of work. We propose to eliminate the classifying of 
the account with this revision. The only alternative would be to 
continue classifying delinquent accounts. The deletion of this 
requirement would result in reduced burden for District Offices and 
State Offices. Exhibit A to the Instruction is being revised to clarify 
completion instructions and to provide uniformity required by the 
Internal Revenue Service.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/04/90                    55 FR 35907
NPRM Comment Period End         11/03/90                    55 FR 35907
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $89,975; Yearly Recurring Cost: 
$89,975; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1997

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB73
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________


190. COMMUNITY FACILITY LOANS: INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE TAXPAYERS 
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 16 USC 1005; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1942; 7 CFR 1948; 7 CFR 1951; 7 CFR 1980

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend subject regulations to comply with OMB Circular A-
129 and simplify procedures for the Agency's field staff. Specifically, 
the changes will implement the requirement to use the Internal Revenue 
Service Taxpayers Identification number in the borrower's case number 
and will provide mechanism for documentation of contacts with lenders. 
Additionally, some sections have been modified to provide clarification 
of the rules.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/15/94                    59 FR 30717
NPRM Comment Period End         06/15/94                    59 FR 30717
Final Action                    05/20/95
Final Action Effective          07/20/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB77



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

191. LIQUIDATION, MANAGEMENT, AND DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY WITH 
SECURED SINGLE FAMILY HOUSING (SFH) LOANS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1955

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action expected 
in the next 12 months.          03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA03
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

192. SERVICING CASES WHERE UNAUTHORIZED LOAN OR OTHER FINANCIAL 
ASSISTANCE WAS RECEIVED--MULTIPLE FAMILY HOUSING

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1951 subpart N

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action expected 
in the next 12 months.          03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA69
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

193. ADVERSE DECISIONS AND ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS; FMHA INSTRUCTION 
1900-B

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1900 subpart B

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - Transferred to 
Secretary level per National 
Appeal Div.                     01/11/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AA70


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS)
______________________________________________________________________


[[Page 23067]]
194. FARM LABOR HOUSING LOAN AND GRANT POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND 
AUTHORIZATIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1944 subpart D

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/20/95                     60 FR 4069
Final Action Effective          02/21/95                     60 FR 4069

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0575-AB47
BILLING CODE 3410-07-F



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

195. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; HYBRID CORN SEED CROP 
INSURANCE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation proposes to remove the Hybrid Corn Seed 
Endorsement from part 401 and add it to part 457 Common Crop Insurance 
Regulations. The new Endorsement under part 457 will contain late and 
prevented planting provisions.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA78
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

196. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; TOBACCO (QUOTA PLAN) AND 
TOBACCO (GUARANTEED PLAN) CROP INSURANCE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457.118

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation proposes to remove the Tobacco Endorsements 
from part 401-General Crop Insurance Regulations and add them to part 
457-Common Crop Insurance Regulations. The Tobacco Endorsements under 
part 457 will contain late and prevented planting provisions.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA84
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

197. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; ONION CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1506 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure onions. The provisions will be 
used in conjunction with the Common Crop Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. The 
intended effect of this action is to provide automatic coverage for 
late and prevented planting as well as make other minor policy changes 
to better meet the needs of the insured. The previous onion crop 
insurance policy was located at 401.126 General Crop Insurance 
Provisions. This rule proposes that the onion policy fall under the 
Common Crop Insurance regulations located in part 457.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA87
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

198. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; POTATO CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure potatoes. The provisions will be 
used in conjunction with the Common Crop Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. The 
intended effect of this action is to provide automatic coverage for 
late and prevented planting as well as make minor policy changes to 
better meet the needs of the insured. This rule proposes to remove the 
potato policy which is currently a ``stand-alone'' policy located in 
part 422 and move it under part 457 Common Crop Insurance Provisions. 
The rule also proposes separate provisions for Northern and Central-
Southern potatoes.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA89
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

199. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; POPCORN CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure popcorn. The provisions will be 
used in conjunction with the Common Crop Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. The 
intended effect of this action is to provide automatic coverage for 
late and prevented [[Page 23068]] planting as well as to make other 
minor policy changes to better meet the needs of the insured. This rule 
proposes to remove the popcorn policy which is currently a ``stand-
alone'' policy located at part 447 under the Common Crop Insurance 
Regulations located at part 457.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA91
______________________________________________________________________




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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

200. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; DRY PEA CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure dry peas. The provisions will be 
used in conjunction with the Common Crop Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. The 
intended effect of this action is to provide automatic coverage for 
late and prevented planting as well as to make other minor policy 
changes to better meet the needs of the insured. This rule proposes to 
remove the dry pea policy which currently is a ``stand-alone'' policy 
located in part 416 under the Common Crop Insurance Regulations located 
at part 457.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA92
______________________________________________________________________




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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

201. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; SUGARBEET CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure sugarbeets. The provisions will be 
used in conjunction with the Common Crop Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. The 
intended effect of this action is to provide automatic coverage for 
late and prevented planting as well as make other minor policy changes 
to better meet the needs of the insured. This rule proposes to remove 
the Sugarbeet policy which currently is a ``stand-alone'' policy 
located in part 430 under the Common Crop Insurance Regulations located 
at part 457.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA93
______________________________________________________________________




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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

202. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; CANNING AND PROCESSING 
TOMATO CROP INSURANCE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure canning and processing tomatoes. 
The provisions will be used in conjunction with the Common Crop 
Insurance Policy which contains standard terms and conditions common to 
most crops. The intended effect of this action is to provide automatic 
coverage for late and prevented planting as well as make other minor 
policy changes to better meet the needs of the insured. This rule 
proposes to remove the Canning and Processing tomato policy which 
currently is a ``stand-alone'' policy located at part 438 under the 
Common Crop Insurance Regulations at part 457.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA94
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

203. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; FRESH TOMATO CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure fresh tomatoes. The provisions 
will be used in conjunction with the Common Crop Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. The 
intended effect of this action is to provide automatic coverage for 
late and prevented planting as well as make other minor policy changes 
to better meet the needs of the insured. This rule proposes to remove 
the fresh tomato policy which currently is a ``stand-alone'' policy 
located at part 444 under the Common Crop Insurance Regulations located 
at part 457.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA95
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

204. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; HIGH RISK LAND REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation adds new regulations 
to be known as High Risk Land Regulations. The intended effect of this 
rule is to set forth rates apart from those prescribed by standard 
actuarial tables and coverage procedures for acreage on 
[[Page 23069]] which actual or expected frequency and severity of loss 
does not reasonably conform to standard insurance coverage and rating 
determination methods.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA98
______________________________________________________________________




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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

205. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SUBPART D; APPLICATION FOR 
CROP INSURANCE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart D

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation amends the General 
Administrative Regulations by revising the ``Collection of Information 
and Data (Privacy Act)'' statement found on the general crop insurance 
application. The proposed amendments to the statement include defining 
``substantial beneficial interest'' as those persons whose interest in 
the policyholder is in excess of 10 percent. Other minor changes have 
been made to more fully comply with provisions of the Privacy Act.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB00
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

206. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SUBPART Z; INELIGIBLE FILE 
- CROP INSURANCE INELIGIBILITY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  44 USC 3501 et seq; 7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to establish a new subpart that describes 
the Corporation's intention to compile a list of those persons who have 
been found ineligible for participation in the Federal Crop Insurance 
Program because of various violations committed when either insured or 
reinsured by FCIC. Violations include nonpayment of premium, delinquent 
debt owed to FCIC, fraud misrepresentation, FCIC debarment or 
suspension, ineligibility determinations resulting from formal or 
informal administrative proceedings or from court rulings, or those 
arising from settlement agreements, as well as other violations of 
program regulations. Violations may also be declared because of 
violations of the conservation compliance or controlled substance 
provisions of the Food Security Act of 1985, as amended by the Food, 
Agriculture, Conservation and Trade Act of 1990. The rule also proposes 
to preclude a person from receiving any benefits for the applicable 
crop year if it is determined that a person has knowingly adopted a 
scheme to obtain a catastrophic or noninsured benefit under the Federal 
Crop Insurance Reform Act of 1994 to which the person was not entitled.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB01
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

207. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; DRY BEAN CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457.112

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure dry beans. The provisions will be 
used in conjunction with the Common Crop Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. The 
intended effect of this action is to provide automatic coverage for 
late and prevented planting as well as make other minor policy changes 
to better meet the needs of the insured. This rule proposes to remove 
the dry bean policy which currently is a ``stand-alone'' policy located 
at part 433 under the Common Crop Insurance Regulations located at part 
457.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB02
______________________________________________________________________




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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

208. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; VARIOUS CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation hereby proposes 
regulations for provisions to insure rice. The provisions will be used 
in conjunction with the Common Crop Figs, Almonds, Raisins, Forage 
Production, Hybrid Sorghum Seed, Pears, Apples, Canning and Processing 
Sweet Corn, Canola, Dollar Plan Fresh Market Tomatoes, Fresh Market 
Sweet Corn, Nursery, Fresh Peaches, and Peppers Insurance Policy which 
contains standard terms and conditions common to most crops. This rule 
proposes to remove the rice policy currently located at part 401.120, 
the fig policy located at part 401.125, the almond policy located at 
part 459, the raisin policy located at part 401.142, forage production 
policy at part 415, hybrid sorghum seed policy at part 405, canning and 
processing sweet corn policy at part 437, and provisions for canola, 
remove the Dollar Plan Fresh Market tomato policy located at part 
401.139, the fresh market sweet corn policy at part 401.138, the 
Nursery policy, which currently is a ``stand-alone'' policy, the fresh 
peach policy which stands alone at part 403, and the pepper policy 
which currently stands alone at part 445, and move them all under part 
457 Common Crop Insurance Regulations. Each policy will be assigned a 
separate section.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None [[Page 23070]] 

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB03
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

209. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; NONSTANDARD CLASSIFICATION 
SYSTEM; SUBPART O

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart O

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation amends the above subpart by correcting an 
error in a definition, expanding the definition of ``base period'' to 
account for certain exceptions with citrus and sugarcane farming 
practices, and making other minor changes to the provisions.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB05
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

210. PROVISIONS; PART 459 GROUP RISK PLAN CROP INSURANCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 459

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) hereby proposes 
to issue provisions which will outline a new risk management tool to be 
known as the Group Risk Plan of Insurance (GRP). This plan will insure 
against the widespread loss of production of certain crops in a county 
and is intended primarily for use by those farmers whose yields tend to 
follow the county average yield. GRP pays only when the average yield 
of the entire county drops below the expected county yield for the 
insured crop set by the FCIC. Payment is based on the percentage of 
county or area wide loss below the insured's trigger yield. Specific 
GRP Crop Insurance Provisions will be proposed for cotton, wheat, 
barley, corn grain sorghum, soybeans, forage production, and peanuts.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB06
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

211. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; REGULATIONS FOR INSURANCE 
COVERAGE BY WRITTEN AGREEMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart S

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) hereby proposes 
regulations to allow insurance coverage by written agreement for crops 
in counties which have no actuarial table. Currently, FCIC provides 
insurance by written agreement for only program crops. By providing 
insurance by written agreement, FCIC will provide a risk management 
tool to a broader base of producers.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB07
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

212.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS: SUBPART K; DEBT 
MANAGEMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FCIC proposes to amend its General Administrative Regulations 
by revising subpart K, which has to do with debt collection. FCIC 
proposes to redefine its definition of a hearing officer and clarify 
that debt collection matters involving salary offset shall be heard at 
the National Appeals Division or by the Administrative Law Judge at the 
Department level. In addition, FCIC proposes to correct the inaccurate 
section citations presently contained within this regulation.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB14
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

213.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SUBPART V; 
SUPPLEMENTAL AND ALTERNATIVE CROP INSURANCE POLICY APPROVAL PROCESS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart V

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to add a new subpart to the General 
Administrative Regulations which will provide guidelines for FCIC 
approval of supplemental and alternative crop insurance policies and 
policy provisions developed by FCIC approved insurance providers.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB15
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

214.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SUBPART J; APPEAL 
PROCEDURE REGULATIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart J

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule will amend FCIC appeal procedures by 
outlining provisions that producers [[Page 23071]] must follow when 
appealing decisions which deny them program benefits or eligibility.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB17
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

215.  COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; VARIOUS CROP 
INSURANCE POLICIES; COVERAGE IN TERMS OF DOLLARS PER ACRE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to offer catastrophic risk and additional 
insurance coverage in terms of dollars per acre instead of coverage 
based upon yields and price elections.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB18
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

216.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SUBPART N; 
DISASTER ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1988

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart N

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to revise subpart N of the General 
Administrative Regulations by repealing obsolete disaster guidelines 
and requiring the mandatory purchase of catastrophic crop insurance for 
program crops as a prerequisite for obtaining benefits under any 
commodity price subpart, production adjustment, or conservation program 
administered by USDA, or any farmer loan program, whether these 
programs are administered by FCIC or CFSA.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB20
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

217.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; FEDERAL 
JURISDICTION AND STATUTE OF LIMITATION FOR SUITS BASED UPON DENIAL OF 
CLAIMS FOR INDEMNITY

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to revise FCIC's General Administrative 
Regulations, amending the supplementary information section of all FCIC 
rules by requiring that suits against the Corporation, CFSA, or the 
private insurance provider, due to denial of claims for indemnity, must 
be brought in Federal District Court. This rule proposes that suit must 
be brought within one year after the date on which the written notice 
of denial was sent to the claimant.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB21
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

218.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; ACTUAL PRODUCTION 
HISTORY COVERAGE PROGRAM; TRANSITIONAL YIELDS FOR PRODUCERS OF FEED OR 
FORAGE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to provide a two-year authority for the 
Corporation to offer a transitional yield of 80 percent for producers 
of feed or forage for on-farm use in a livestock, dairy, or poultry 
operation. This transitional yield rate shall be available to the 
producer for the first year of the production history subsequent to the 
enactment of the Federal Crop Act. Thereafter, the actual production 
history and assigned yield provisions of the Act shall apply.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB23
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________


219.  COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; SMALL GRAINS, 
COTTON, ELS COTTON, AND COARSE GRAINS CROP PROVISIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457.101; 7 CFR 457.103 to 457.105; 7 CFR 457.113

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation proposes to amend the provisions to insure 
small grains. These provisions will be used in conjunction with the 
common crop insurance policy which contains standard terms and 
conditions common to most crops. The intended effect of this action is 
to establish eligible prevented planting acres and base proration of 
acres on a farm serial number basis. This rule also proposes to allow 
the malting barley producer to select the contract price as the price 
election under certain conditions.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB24


[[Page 23072]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

220. SUGARCANE ENDORSEMENT FOR PART 457, COMMON CROP INSURANCE 
REGULATIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457.116

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation proposes to remove the Sugarcane Endorsement 
from part 401 - General Crop Insurance Regulations and add it to part 
457 - Common Crop Insurance Regulations. The Sugarcane Endorsement 
under part 457 will contain late and prevented planting provisions.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/21/95                     60 FR 9629
NPRM Comment Period End         05/23/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA79
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________


221. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; PEANUT CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation proposes to remove the Peanut Endorsements 
from part 425 as a ``stand-alone'' policy and from 401.141 General Crop 
Insurance Provisions, and add it to part 457-Common Crop Insurance 
Regulations. The Peanut Endorsement under part 457 will contain late 
and prevented planting provisions.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA85



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

222. GENERAL CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; LATE AND PREVENTED 
PLANTING PROVISIONS FOR VARIOUS CROPS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 401

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule amends the General Crop Insurance 
Regulations, effective for the 1994 and succeeding crop years, by 
amending the late planting and prevented planting provisions of the 
corn, sorghum and soybean endorsements. Additionally, this rule serves 
to incorporate late and prevented planting coverage into the hybrid 
sorghum seed, rice, cotton, barley, oats, and wheat crop endorsements, 
and prevented planting provisions into the ELS cotton endorsement. 
These provisions will be effective for the 1994 crop year.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/22/93                    58 FR 67630
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA80
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

223. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SUBPART L, REINSURANCE 
AGREEMENT - STANDARDS FOR APPROVAL

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart L

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation amends the General Administrative Regulations 
by revising the general qualifications for being awarded a Standard 
Reinsurance Agreement. This rule intends to provide additional 
information so that the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation can more 
accurately identify those insurance companies at financial risk.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/14/94
NPRM Comment Period End         06/29/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB08
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

224.  CATASTROPHIC RISK PROTECTION ENDORSEMENT

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 402

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to establish a new crop insurance coverage 
which will be mandatory for those producers who apply for other Federal 
farm program benefits or assistance. In order to participate in the 
program, a producer must obtain coverage for all insurable land in the 
county. An administrative fee will be charged for crop insurance to the 
producer. However, those who qualify as ``limited resource farmers'' 
may obtain a waiver of that fee.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/06/95                     60 FR 2000


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined [[Page 23073]] 

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L St. NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB09
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

225.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SANCTIONS; 
SUBPART R

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart R

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation proposes to amend the sanction regulations by 
expanding the use of sanctions to include catastrophic risk coverage, 
noninsured assistance, and program ineligibility.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/13/95                     60 FR 3106


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L. St. NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB10
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

226.  GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS: SUBPART T; 
FEDERAL CROP INSURANCE REFORM ACT OF 1994; REGULATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart T

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FCIC proposes to add a new subpart T to its General 
Administrative Regulations. The intended effect of this rule is to 
notify policyholders, noninsureds, and insurance companies of the 
policies, procedures, general program requirements, and changes to the 
Federal Crop Insurance Program contained in the Federal Crop Insurance 
Reform Act of 1994. Promulgation of this rule will implement the 
reformed crop insurance program required by the Federal Crop Reform Act 
of 1994 and will affect the availability and issuance of insurance 
policies provided or reinsured by the Federal Crop Insurance 
Corporation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/06/95                     60 FR 1996


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L. St. NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB11
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

227.  NONINSURED CROP DISASTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 404

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule proposes regulations for provision for a noninsured 
crop disaster program, a substitute for standing ad hoc disaster 
assistance in order to provide a level of protection that is comparable 
to the catastrophic risk protection plan of insurance.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB13
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________


228.  GENERAL CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; RICE ENDORSEMENT

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 401.20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes regulations for provisions to insure rice. 
These provisions will be used with the General Crop Insurance Policy.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/18/93                    58 FR 33506


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB19



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

229. REINSURANCE AGREEMENT--STANDARDS FOR APPROVAL REGULATIONS FOR 
1988 AND SUBSEQUENT CONTRACT YEARS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart L

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA74
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

230. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; SUNFLOWER CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457.117

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/29/94                    59 FR 67134

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA77


______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23074]]
231. NURSERY CROP ENDORSEMENT FOR PART 457 COMMON CROP INSURANCE 
REGULATIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 406

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/13/94                    59 FR 35613

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA82
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

232. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; GROUP RISK PLAN (GRP)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA83
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

233. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; FORAGE PRODUCTION INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA88
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

234. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; FLAXSEED CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA90
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

235. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; ALMOND CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA96
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

236. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; RAISIN CROP INSURANCE 
PROVISIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA97
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

237. GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS; SUBPART Q; COLLECTION AND 
STORAGE OF SOCIAL SECURITY ACCOUNT NUMBERS AND EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION 
NUMBERS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 400, subpart Q

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/18/94                    59 FR 52407

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AA99
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

238. COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS, HYBRID SORGHUM SEED CROP 
INSURANCE PROVISIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB04
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________

239.  COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS; SUNFLOWER SEED 
CROP INSURANCE PROVISIONS

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457.117

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to provide insurance coverage for solid-
seeded sunflowers. The rule also proposes to base the confectionery 
sunflower seed price election on the contract price when there is a 
contract with a buyer in advance of the growing season.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/23/94                    59 FR 48827
Final Action                    12/29/94                    59 FR 67134

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, 2101 L. Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB16
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC)
______________________________________________________________________


240.  COMMON CROP INSURANCE REGULATIONS FOR 1995 AND 
SUBSEQUENT CONTRACT YEARS (APPROPRIATION CONTINGENCY)

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 457

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes that the continuation of crop insurance 
policies reinsured by FCIC be subject to the availability of 
appropriations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/06/94                    59 FR 45971
Final Action                    04/03/95                    60 FR 16765
Final Action Effective          04/03/95                    60 FR 16765

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diana Moslak, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
Agriculture, Federal Crop Insurance [[Page 23075]] Corporation, 2101 L 
Street NW., Washington, DC 20037, 202 254-8314

RIN: 0563-AB22
BILLING CODE 3410-08-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                         Prerule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________


241. UNITED STATES STANDARDS FOR CORN

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 71 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 810

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Grain Inspection Service proposes to initiate a 
review of the United States Standards for Corn. Public comments will be 
requested regarding the adequacy of existing corn standards: (e.g. 
tolerances, classification system, language clarity, and other 
potential improvements). The review is being initiated to meet the 
requirements of Executive Order 12291 and Departmental Regulation 1521 
to conduct periodic reviews of existing regulations. This action is a 
routine administrative review. Alternatives to the existing standards 
will be considered as the review schedule progresses and public 
comments are evaluated.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/22/95                     60 FR 9790
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/24/95
Final Action                    08/00/95
Final Action Effective          08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, Regulatory Liaison, Department of 
Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, 
PO Box 96454, Room 0623 South Building, Washington, DC 20090-6454, 202 
720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA28



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

242. UNITED STATES STANDARDS FOR BARLEY

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 71 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 810

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Grain Inspection Service proposes to initiate a 
review of the United States Standards for Barley. Public comments will 
be requested regarding the adequacy of existing barley standards: (e.g, 
tolerances, classification system, language clarity, and other 
potential improvements). The review is being initiated to meet the 
requirements of Executive Order 12866 and Departmental Regulation 1521 
to conduct periodic reviews of existing regulations. This action is a 
routine administrative review. Alternatives to the existing standards 
will be considered as the review schedule progresses and public 
comments are evaluated.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/22/95                    60 FR 15075
NPRM Comment Period End         04/22/95
Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, Regulatory Liaison, Department of 
Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, 
PO Box 96454, Room 0623 South Building, Washington, DC 20090-6454, 202 
720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA29
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

243. OFFICIAL PERFORMANCE AND PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRAIN 
WEIGHING EQUIPMENT AND RELATED GRAIN HANDLING SYSTEMS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 71 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 802

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) proposes to 
revise the regulations under the United States Grain Standards Act 
(USGSA), as amended, entitled Performance and Procedural Requirements 
for Grain Weighing Equipment and Related Grain Handling Systems. FGIS 
proposes to incorporate by reference the applicable requirements of the 
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Handbook 44, 
``Specification Tolerance, and other Technical Requirements for 
Weighing and Measuring Services,'' 1993 edition (Handbook 44) and 
continue to adopt all requirements for NIST Handbook 105-1 
``Specifications and Tolerances for Reference Standard Weights and 
Measures,'' 1990 revision (Handbook 105-1).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    07/00/95
Final Action Effective          08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, Regulatory Liaison, Department of 
Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, 
PO Box 96454, Room 0623 South Building, [[Page 23076]] Washington, DC 
20090-6454, 202 720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA39
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

244. FEES FOR OFFICIAL INSPECTION AND WEIGHING SERVICE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 71 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 800

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) is proposing a 
change in the manner in which it collects fees for Official Inspection 
and Weighing services performed in the United States under the United 
States Grain Standard Act (USGSA), as amended.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    10/00/95
Final Action Effective          11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, Regulatory Liaison, Department of 
Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, 
PO Box 96454, Room 0623 South Building, Washington, DC 20090-6454, 202 
720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA40
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

245. U.S. STANDARDS FOR FLAXSEED, MIXED GRAINS, OATS, RYE, 
SUNFLOWER SEED, AND TRITICALE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  7 USC 71 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 810

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Grain Inspection Service is reviewing the 
existing United States Standards for Flaxseed, Mixed Grains, Oats, Rye, 
Sunflower Seed, and Triticale.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/17/93                    58 FR 65939
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/15/94
NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, Regulatory Liaison, Department of 
Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, 
PO Box 96454, Room 0623 South Building, Washington, DC 20090-6454, 202 
720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA42
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

246. REGULATIONS AND STATEMENTS OF GENERAL POLICY UNDER THE PACKERS 
AND STOCKYARDS ACT (GROUP 2)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 204; 7 USC 228

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 201.49; 9 CFR 201.53; 9 CFR 201.55; 9 CFR 201.69; 
9 CFR 201.70; 9 CFR 201.71; 9 CFR 201.73; 9 CFR 201.76; 9 CFR 201.98; 9 
CFR 201.100; 9 CFR 201.108(1); 9 CFR 201.200; 9 CFR 203.4; 9 CFR 
203.18; 9 CFR 203.19; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: All regulations and statements of general policy issued under 
the provisions of the Packers and Stockyards Act are being reviewed to 
determine which sections should be retained in their present form and 
which sections should be modified or removed. A notice will be 
published which will identify and propose to retain, modify, or remove 
each section in this group.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/15/92                    57 FR 42515
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/16/92                    57 FR 42515
NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0590-AA09 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Harold W. Davis, Assistant Deputy Administrator, 
Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards 
Administration, Room 3039 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-2800, 
202 720-7063

RIN: 0580-AA44
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

247. REGULATIONS AND STATEMENTS OF GENERAL POLICY UNDER THE PACKERS 
AND STOCKYARDS ACT (GROUP 3)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 204; 7 USC 228

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 201.10; 9 CFR 201.27; 9 CFR 201.28; 9 CFR 201.29; 
9 CFR 201.30; 9 CFR 201.31; 9 CFR 201.32; 9 CFR 201.33; 9 CFR 201.34

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: All regulations and statements of general policy issued under 
the provisions of the Packers and Stockyards Act are being reviewed to 
determine which sections should be retained in their present form and 
which sections should be modified or removed. A notice will be 
published which identifies each section and proposes to either retain, 
modify, or remove the section. The sections included in this document 
pertain to the registration and bonding requirements under the 
provisions of the Packers and Stockyards Act.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/15/92                    57 FR 42515
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/16/92                    57 FR 42515
NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0590-AA10 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Harold W. Davis, Assistant Deputy Administrator, 
Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards 
Administration, Room 3039 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-2800, 
202 720-7063

RIN: 0580-AA45


______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________


[[Page 23077]]
248. STATEMENT OF GENERAL POLICY UNDER THE PACKERS AND STOCKYARD 
ACT: CARE AND HANDLING OF LIVESTOCK

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 204; 7 USC 228

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 203.20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Due to concerns regarding the care and handling of livestock, 
the Agency initiated a program to review the services, facilities, and 
procedures for receiving and handling livestock at all stockyards. Over 
1,400 stockyards were reviewed and problems in the care and handling of 
livestock were found to exist at some stockyards. As a result of these 
reviews, the Agency proposes to issue guidelines in the form of a 
statement of general policy on the care and handling of livestock at 
stockyards.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Interim Final Rule              11/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0590-AA11 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Harold W. Davis, Assistant Deputy Administrator, 
Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards 
Administration, Room 3039, South Building, Washington, DC 20250-2800, 
202 720-7063

RIN: 0580-AA46



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

249. FEES FOR OFFICIAL INSPECTION AND WEIGHING SERVICES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 71 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 800.71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) proposes to 
increase its fees on average by 3.7 percent for Official Inspection and 
Weighing Services performed in the United States under the United 
States Grain Standards Act (USGSA), as amended. The USGSA provides for 
establishment of fees which are to cover the costs for performance of 
these official services. FGIS's current fee does not generate 
sufficient revenue to cover any of the approved FY 1992 3.7 percent 
federal employee raise.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/08/93                     58 FR 3263
Final Action                    04/00/95
Interim Final Rule 01/21/93 58 FR 5255  Postponement of Effective Date

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, Regulatory Liaison, Department of 
Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, 
PO Box 96454, Room 0623 South Building, Washington, DC 20090-6454, 202 
720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA27
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

250. FEES FOR BELTSVILLE LABORATORY TEST SERVICES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1621 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 68

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Grain Inspection Services (FGIS) is proposing to 
adjust fees charged by the Commodity Testing Laboratory at Beltsville, 
Maryland, by increasing fees for individual services provided by the 
Laboratory. These revisions are intended to cover projected operating 
costs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/03/94                    59 FR 55067
NPRM Comment Period End         12/05/94                    59 FR 55067
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, Regulatory Liaison, Department of 
Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, 
PO Box 96454, Room 0623 South Building, Washington, DC 20090-6454, 202 
720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA41
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________


251. REGULATIONS AND STATEMENTS OF GENERAL POLICY UNDER THE PACKERS 
AND STOCKYARDS ACT (GROUP 1)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 204; 7 USC 228

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 201.1; 9 CFR 201.17; 9 CFR 201.39; 9 CFR 201.44; 9 
CFR 201.45; 9 CFR 201.61; 9 CFR 201.81; 9 CFR 201.82; 9 CFR 201.86; 9 
CFR 201.94; 9 CFR 201.95; 9 CFR 201.96; 9 CFR 203.5; 9 CFR 203.12; 9 
CFR 203.17; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: All regulations and statements of general policy issued under 
the provisions of the Packers and Stockyards Act are being reviewed to 
determine which sections should be retained in their present form and 
which sections should be modified or removed. A notice will be 
published which will identify and propose to retain, modify, or remove 
each section in this group.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/15/92                    57 FR 42515
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/16/92                    57 FR 42515
NPRM                            05/24/94                    59 FR 26763
NPRM Comment Period End         07/25/94
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23078]] 

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0590-AA08 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Harold W. Davis, Assistant Deputy Administrator, 
Department of Agriculture, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards 
Administration, Room 3039 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-2800, 
202 720-7063

RIN: 0580-AA43



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

252. A REVIEW OF THE REGULATIONS UNDER THE UNITED STATES GRAIN 
STANDARDS ACT: PART 800

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 800

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action expected 
in the next 12 months.          03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, 202 720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA08
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________

253. REGULATORY APPLICATION OF WATER TO GRAIN

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 800.61 (a)(1); 7 CFR 800.61 (a)(2)

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/14/94                    59 FR 52071
Final Action Effective          02/11/95                    59 FR 52071

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, 202 720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA25
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA)
______________________________________________________________________


254. FEES FOR OFFICIAL PESTICIDE RESIDUE TESTING

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 800

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/19/94                      59 FR 201
Final Action Effective          11/18/94                      59 FR 201

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Wollam, 202 720-0292

RIN: 0580-AA36
BILLING CODE 3410-EN-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

255. SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS, AND 
CHILDREN (WIC): FOOD DELIVERY SYSTEMS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 246

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A proposed rule addressing WIC Food Delivery Systems was 
published on December 28, 1990. The Department provided a 120-day 
comment period for the proposed rule, which closed on April 29, 1991. 
Nearly 1,100 comments were received from a wide variety of sources. 
Despite the degree of preliminary input to the December 28, 1990, 
proposed rule, many of the commenters responding during the formal 
comment period suggested that the Department's food delivery 
regulations needed to be proposed again, rather than proceeding 
directly to a final rule. In addition, several members of Congress 
requested that the rule be re-proposed in light of its impact on State 
agency food delivery systems. Therefore, the Department intends to 
issue a second proposed rule addressing WIC food delivery systems and 
requirements. This second rule will address all of the provisions 
contained in the previous rulemaking, but will contain significant 
modifications to some of the proposed provisions, as well as 
clarifications to several provisions, which may not have been clearly 
understood in the earlier rule. (88-512)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/28/90                    55 FR 53446
NPRM Comment Period End         04/29/91
NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Sectors Affected:  None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AA80
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

256. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE FOR VICTIMS OF 
DISASTERS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2013 (b); 7 USC 2014 (h)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271; 7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273; 7 CFR 274; 7 CFR 280

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would define special eligibility and issuance 
procedures during disasters. The rule addresses the eligibility and 
issuance of food stamps by the Food Stamp Program during a disaster. 
(86-029)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/96
Final Action Effective          07/00/96                [[Page 23079]] 

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AA85
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

257. SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS, AND 
CHILDREN (WIC): PART 246.10, FOOD PACKAGE III, CHILDREN/WOMEN WITH 
SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 246

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Food Package III will be revised to increase the maximum 
quantity of special formula authorized per month; clarify what formula 
is; add additional authorized WIC foods to the package; and address 
tailoring.
Need for Action:
This special dietary package currently provides special formula, juice, 
and cereal. It was designed specifically to assist low-income women and 
children who require special formulas due to medical conditions. 
Without WIC these individuals would have difficulty in obtaining 
special formulas, which tend to be quite expensive. Program 
administrators, participants and the National Advisory Council on 
Maternal, Infant and Fetal Nutrition recognize that current monthly 
maximum quantity of formula allowed is sometimes not sufficient and 
recommend that it be increased. They also recognize that there is a 
nutritional need for additional WIC foods to be made available to 
participants receiving this package. This is a very infrequently used 
package, and the proposed rule will in no way affect the other WIC food 
packages. (89-505)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         01/00/96
Final Action                    08/00/96
Final Action Effective          10/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB09
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

258. SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS AND 
CHILDREN (WIC): MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 246

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule responds to a variety of program concerns, 
most of which have been expressed by WIC State agencies. The proposal 
strengthens the provision of services to participants in the areas of 
eligibility determination and nutrition education and increases State 
agency flexibility regarding the sharing of participant information 
with other programs. Several minor clarifications and technical 
corrections are also made. Principal provisions include: (1) mandatory 
minimum content requirements for nutrition education participant 
contacts; and (2) additional flexibility for State agencies to share 
participant information with related programs. (89-515)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB10
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

259. CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM: AUTHORITY TO COLLECT 
OVERCLAIMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1766

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 226

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Establishes the Department's authority to collect overclaims 
where participating institutions fail to comply with regulatory 
recordkeeping requirements. (87-514)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/95
Final Action                    04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB19
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

260. CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM: PROHIBITION OF 
INSTITUTIONALIZED ADULTS

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1766

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 226

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Clarifies the statutory intent of PL 100-175, the Older 
Americans Act of 1987, by incorporating into regulations a provision 
under which adults residing in institutions are not eligible for 
benefits under the Child and Adult Care Food Program. (90-514)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
[[Page 23080]] 308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB21
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

261. FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS--PAPERWORK REDUCTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-147

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 250; 7 CFR 251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will implement the food distribution portion of the 
recommendations of the August 1990 task force on paperwork reduction. 
These recommendations were included in a report to Congress and 
included perpetual State/Federal agreements and longer contract 
duration for warehouses. (94-007)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    02/00/96
Final Action Effective          03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB27
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

262. FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS--IMPLEMENTATION OF 1990 FARM BILL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 250; 7 CFR 251

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, July 30, 1992.

Abstract: This rule will revise the requirements for evaluation of 
State warehousing and distribution systems and conversion to commercial 
systems. (91-004)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB28
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

263. CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS: REVISION OF INFANT MEAL PATTERNS FOR 
THE CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1758; 42 USC 1766 (g)(1); 42 USC 1733 (e)(1)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 220; 7 CFR 226

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Implements provision in the National School Lunch, School 
Breakfast and Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations under which 
reimbursement would be provided for meals served to infants which 
contain only breast milk. (91-019)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95
Final Action                    03/00/96
Final Action Effective          03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB34
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

264. COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM: ELDERLY-ONLY SITES, 
ADMINISTRATIVE FUNDING, REFERRALS TO HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES, CASELOAD 
ALLOCATION PROCESS, PRIORITY SYSTEM, AND MISCELLANEOUS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 512(c)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 247

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, October 1, 1990, for funding provisions.
Final, Statutory, October 1, 1991, for all other provisions.

Abstract: This proposed rule would amend regulations governing the 
Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) to replace the current 
method of assigning caseload with a system that is based on the 
allocation of grants to the State agencies. (91-015)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB37
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

265. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: 1995 QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271.2; 7 CFR 275.3; 7 CFR 275.10; 7 CFR 275.11; 7 
CFR 275.12; 7 CFR 275.13; 7 CFR 275.23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Food and Nutrition Service is proposing technical changes 
to the Food Stamp Program's Quality Control System which will reduce 
the workload on State agencies and improve the efficiency of the 
quality control system. The proposed changes would: (1) permit State 
agencies to [[Page 23081]] reduce their sample sizes; (2) clarify the 
minimum size of the Federal subsample; (3) clarify State sampling 
procedures; (4) change the formulas for calculating Federal subsample 
sizes; (5) clarify the process of conducting a quality control review 
of negative subsystem cases and add suspended cases, those cases that 
are certified for the Program but do not receive benefits, to the 
sample universe of cases that are reviewed under the negative subsytem; 
(6) change the error dollar tolerance level; (7) modify the 
requirements regarding a home visit in active quality control reviews; 
(8) provide a variance exclusion under certain circumstances for errors 
resulting from incorrect policy issued in written State agency policies 
or directives; (9) adjust the case completion standard; and (10) codify 
into regulations those circumstances under which Federal quality 
control findings or disposition for a case will be changed. (2-006).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: RIN 0584-AB07 has been withdrawn, and the 
actions in that proposed rule have been included in this action.

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB38
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

266. NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM: REVIEW OF FREE AND REDUCED 
PRICE APPLICATION UNDER THE COORDINATED REVIEW EFFORT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-147

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Currently, State agencies must review all applications for 
free and reduced price meals on file as part of an administrative 
review of the school lunch program or use a statistically valid sample. 
Generally it is necessary to review all applications in order to 
determine whether or not the number of meals claimed, by type, is 
correct. In some instances, however, this level of review is not 
necessary due to the small number of errors discovered early in the 
review. This rulemaking will establish guidelines for curtailing such 
activity with FNS approval. (92-009)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Office Center, 
Room 308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 202 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB50
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

267. PROVISIONS OF COMPUTER MATCHING AND PRIVACY PROTECTION ACT OF 
1988, AMENDMENTS OF 1990, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DISQUALIFIED 
RECIPIENT SUBSYSTEM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552(a) Computer Matching and Privacy Protection 
Act; 7 USC 2015(b) Food Stamp Act

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In accordance with the Computer Matching and Privacy 
Protection Act, PL 100-503, and the Computer Matching and Privacy 
Protection Amendments of 1990, PL 101-508, the Food Stamp Program must 
extend certain protections to persons whose benefits could be adversely 
affected by computer matches. These protections include independent 
verification of computer information, notification to the affected 
individual and provision of an opportunity to respond to the 
information before an adverse action becomes effective.
In addition, this proposed rule describes requirements for State 
agencies to report information on individuals disqualified from the 
program for intentional program violations to FNS and the related FNS 
computer matching program known as the Disqualified Recipient Subsystem 
(DRS). (89-010)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    03/00/96
Final Action Effective          06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB51
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

268. FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS--DISASTER PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 100-707

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will propose to: (1) allow simultaneous 
distribution of commodities and food stamps during disaster; (2) allow 
commodity distribution to households during situations of distress. 
This rule will also define necessary accountability procedures. (90-
0001)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/95
Final Action Effective          12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB55


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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23082]]
269. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: ANTICIPATING INCOME AND REPORTING CHANGES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes several revisions in Food Stamp Program 
reporting and budgeting requirements. The changes in prospective 
budgeting and change reporting rules are intended to improve procedures 
for anticipating the eligibility and benefits of households whose 
income fluctuates unpredictably. The proposed revisions would provide a 
more stable level of benefits for these households by requiring them to 
report a change in employment status rather than a change in the amount 
of earnings. The rule also would allow suspension, as opposed to 
termination, of prospectively budgeted households that become 
ineligible for one month because of income fluctuations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/95
Final Action Effective          12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB57
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

270. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: QUALITY CONTROL PROVISIONS OF THE MICKEY 
LELAND CHILDHOOD HUNGER RELIEF ACT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-66, sec 13951

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273; 7 CFR 275

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To implement quality control changes to the Food Stamp Act 
required by section 13951 of the Mickey Leland Childhood Hunger Relief 
Act in the following areas: 1) interest on quality control claims, 2) 
the formula for determining quality control claim amounts, 3) variance 
exclusion for the application of new regulations, 4) time frames for 
completion of the arbitration process, 5) time frames for determining 
final error rates, the national average payment error rate, and the 
amounts of payment claims against State agencies, 6) time frames for 
notifying State agencies of payment claims, 7) the addition of specific 
criteria for a determination that ``good cause'' exists for not 
imposing a payment claim, and 8) the transfer of authority to make 
``good cause'' determinations from FNS to the Administrative Law 
Judges. These provisions are nondiscretionary and will not result in an 
annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more, or a major 
increase in costs or prices for consumers, individuals, industries, 
Federal, State or local government agencies, or geographical regions. 
(93-018)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action Effective          10/01/91
NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB75
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

271. CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM: ELIMINATION OF WHOLE COW'S 
MILK FROM THE INFANT MEAL PATTERN

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1751 to 1760; 42 USC 1779

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 220; 7 CFR 226

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes two amendments that would affect meal 
pattern requirements for infants under the National School Lunch 
Program, School Breakfast Program, and Child and Adult Care Food 
Program, Parts 210, 220, and 226 respectively. USDA is issuing this 
proposal in response to new scientific evidence on infant nutrition. 
First, this rule would prohibit consumption of whole cow's milk for 
infants ages 8 months through 11 months. Studies have demonstrated that 
it is difficult for infants to consume a balanced diet, with adequate 
nutrients, when whole cow's milk replaces breast milk or iron-fortified 
formula. Given the nutritional and medical concerns about cow's milk, 
this action would require that breast milk or iron-fortified formula be 
served for an infant's entire first year. Second, the proposal would 
revise the meal pattern for infants from birth through age 3 months to 
indicate that either 4 to 6 fluid ounces of formula or 3 to 6 fluid 
ounces of breast milk could be served. The current meal pattern for 
this age requires a minimum serving of 4 fluid ounces, however data 
indicate that the average amount of breast milk intake per feeding may 
be less than 4 ounces. This revision is important to correct the 
impression among day care providers who refer to the infant meal 
pattern for guidance, that a minimum of 4 ounces of breast milk must be 
offered at all feedings to all breastfed infants from birth through 3 
months of age. (95-005)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/96
NPRM Comment Period End         04/00/96
Final Action                    12/00/96
Final Action Effective          12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB81
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

272. FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM ON INDIAN RESERVATIONS: ELIGIBILITY 
AND BENEFITS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 97-98, sec 1338; PL 95-113; PL 103-66

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 253

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23083]] 

Abstract: The rule implements certain provisions of PL 103-66 for the 
Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) by: excluding 
the earnings of certain household members; revising the definition of 
household; and conforming resource limits to those used by the Food 
Stamp Program. (94-008)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB83
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

273. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: REVISIONS IN USE AND DISCLOSURE OF 
INFORMATION PROVIDED BY RETAIL FOOD STORES AND WHOLESALE FOOD CONCERNS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-225; 7 USC 2018(c)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 278.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule sets forth changes required by provisions 
of the Food Stamp Program Improvements Act of 1994, PL 103-225, Title 
II, 108-109 (1994). The purpose of this rule is to implement these 
statutory changes to the Food Stamp Act of 1977, as amended. It would 
permit the use and disclosure of information provided by stores to 
State and Federal law enforcement and investigative agencies for the 
purposes of administering or enforcing the Food Stamp Act, and 
establishes penalties against persons who misuse any of the 
information. (94-022)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2246

RIN: 0584-AB87
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

274. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM RECIPIENT CLAIMS ESTABLISHMENT AND RECOVERY 
OF OVERISSUANCES

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would improve the establishment and collection of 
recipient claims in the Food Stamp Program. The last significant 
revision to these regulations was in 1983. Subsequent activities, such 
as technological advances and general debt management regulations, have 
rendered many portions of the current rule obsolete. In addition, the 
current rule has been found to place unnecessary burdens on State 
agencies. State agencies are responsible for establishing and 
collecting recipient claims. (94-005)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/95
Final Action                    03/00/96
Final Action Effective          06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2246

RIN: 0584-AB88
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

275. COLLECTING FOOD STAMP RECIPIENT CLAIMS FROM FEDERAL INCOME TAX 
REFUNDS AND FEDERAL SALARIES

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; 31 USC 3720A; 5 USC 5514; PL 103-
66

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271.2; 7 CFR 272.2; 7 CFR 273.18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will implement a collection method for 
amounts of food stamp benefits issued to households in excess of 
amounts they were entitled to receive. The rule will specify 
requirements for State agency operation of the Federal income tax 
refund and Federal salary offset programs. The primary areas of the 
rulemaking will be the criteria for debts which may be submitted for 
the two offset programs, the requirements for due process notification 
to debtors and debtor appeal rights. (93-015)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/95
Final Action Effective          09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2246

RIN: 0584-AB89
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

276. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: REVISIONS IN RETAIL FOOD STORE ELIGIBILITY 
CRITERIA AND IN ELIGIBILITY GUIDANCE AND PROGRAM AUTHORIZATION

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  PL 103-225; 7 USC 2012; 7 USC 2018

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271; 7 CFR 278

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 25, 1994.

Abstract: This proposed rule sets forth changes required by provisions 
of the Food Stamp Program Improvements Act [[Page 23084]] of 1994, Pub. 
L. 103-225, Title II, 108 Stat. 108-110 (1994). The purpose of this 
rule is to implement these statutory changes to the Food Stamp Act of 
1977, as amended. It would revise the definition of ``retail food 
store'' to conform to the statutory changes to require that a firm must 
meet one of two new criteria to qualify for participation in the Food 
Stamp Program. One criterion focuses on the variety of staple foods for 
home preparation and consumption available on a continuous basis, 
including perishables. The second criterion requires that a firm's 
staple food sales exceed 50 percent of its total gross sales. This rule 
also addresses the requirement in Public Law 103-225 for new procedures 
for providing periodic notification of eligibility and for 
reauthorizing participating firms. (95-003)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2246

RIN: 0584-AB90
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

277.  MONTHLY REPORTING ON INDIAN RESERVATIONS PROVISION OF 
FOOD STAMP PROGRAM IMPROVEMENTS ACT OF 1994

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-225

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273.21

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 25, 1994.

Abstract: Establishes special monthly reporting requirements for 
households living on Indian reservations. (94-013)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB98
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

278.  WAIVER AUTHORITY UNDER THE STATE PROCESSING PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 7 USC 612(c); 7 USC 1431(b); 7 USC 
1431(e); 7 USC 1446(a-1); 7 USC 1859; 15 USC 713(c); 22 USC 1922; 42 
USC 1751; 42 USC 1755; 42 USC 1758; 42 USC 1760; 42 USC 1762(a); 42 USC 
3030(a); 42 USC 5179 to 5180; ...

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule amends the Food Distribution Program 
regulations by giving the Food and Consumer Service authority to waive 
provisions contained in the Food Distribution Program regulations at 7 
CFR part 250. This authority would be used to conduct, in one or more 
areas of the United States, demonstration projects designed to test 
program changes to determine whether the changes would improve the 
State processing of donated foods. (94-023)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/13/95                    60 FR 18781
NPRM Comment Period End         05/15/95
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB99
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________


279.  AMENDMENT TO PROMOTE HEALTHY MEALS FOR HEALTHY 
CHILDREN IN SCHOOLS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-488

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 215; 7 CFR 220; 7 CFR 235; 7 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule proposes to (1) allow USDA to enter into an 
agreement with a State agency to use section 4 and 11 funds to purchase 
additional commodities; (2) allow USDA to withhold State Administrative 
Expense (SAE) funds when State agencies are seriously deficient in 
program administration and to withhold SAE funds from State agencies 
unwilling to participate in studies; (3) make most Head Start children 
automatically eligible for free meals; (4) allow schools serving all 
meals free for 3 years under the counting and claiming alternatives to 
procedures for an additional 2 years; (5) permit schools serving all 
meals free for 4 years to receive the same assistance received during 
the last year that applications were taken and allow some schools to 
extend for additional 4 years, without taking new free and reduced 
price applications; (6) simplify free and reduced applications; (7) 
remove the authority for child care centers in the Commonwealth of 
Puerto Rico to participate in the lunch and breakfast program. (95-002)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95
Final Action                    03/00/96
Final Action Effective          05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AC01


[[Page 23085]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

280. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; PL 101-624; PL 101-392; PL 102-
325

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271; 7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, October 1, 1991, for effective date ofprovisions of 
PL 101-624.

Abstract: This action will finalize provisions of Public Law 101-624 
governing student eligibility for the Food Stamp Program. (86-027)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/01/93                    58 FR 58463
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: The provisions of the statutes become effective 
on the dates of the legal deadlines for the NPRMs whether regulations 
have been published or not.

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AA90
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

281. MISCELLANEOUS FARM BILL PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE 
AUTHORIZATION OF RETAIL FIRMS AND WHOLESALE FOOD CONCERNS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2031; PL 101-624

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271; 7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 274; 7 CFR 278

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1991.
Effective 120 days from publication of implementing rules.

Abstract: This rule would implement three provisions of the 1990 Farm 
Bill (PL 101-624, 104 stat 3359) which revise the Food Stamp Act of 
1977, as amended (7 USC 2011 et seq.). The first provision would amend 
the definition of ``food'' to include meals sold to the homeless 
program participants by restaurants approved by State agencies for this 
purpose. Such restaurants must contract with the State and must be 
authorized by the Food and Consumer Service to provide meals at 
concessional prices to homeless participants. The second provision 
would allow a periodic reauthorization of retail food stores and 
wholesale food concerns to participate in the Food Stamp Program. The 
third provision revises criteria for and limits the participation in 
the program of co-located wholesaler/retailer firms. (91-003)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            10/23/91                    56 FR 54799
NPRM Comment Period End         11/22/91
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB02
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Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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282. SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS AND 
CHILDREN (WIC): FOOD COST CONTAINMENT REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 246

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 10, 1991.

Abstract: This regulation implements the mandates of PL 101-147, 
enacted November 10, 1989, relative to food cost containment in WIC. In 
order to achieve further savings in the cost of WIC Program foods, 
principally the cost of infant formula, this rule implements two major 
legislative provisions. First, it restates and extends into future 
years the provisions of PL 100-460, which mandated that in order to 
receive its grant allocation a State agency must examine the 
feasibility of cost containment systems by 8/30/89 and implement a cost 
containment system where feasible. Second, the rule requires all WIC 
State agencies using a retail food delivery system, except certain 
Indian State agencies, to employ one of two infant formula rebate 
procurement methods. These two methods are the competitive method 
(single-supplier contract) and the comparative method, where the State 
agency fairly compares the cost savings of any alternative form of 
infant formula cost containment it may wish to implement. The rebate 
system generating the greatest savings of those compared must then be 
implemented. This rule establishes specific factors to be considered in 
the analysis of the systems after completing the cost comparison under 
comparative method. If the State agency can justify to FCS that the 
cost containment method resulting in the greatest total savings would 
cause demonstrable harm to the efficient and effective operation of the 
WIC Program, a waiver will be granted. Timelines are established in the 
rule for compliance based on the present rebate contract situation of 
experiencing unavoidable delays related to the procurement process that 
prevent the State agency from meeting the implementing timeframes 
established in the rule. (90-503)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/15/90                     55 FR 9709
Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB11


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Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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[[Page 23086]]
283. DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR FREE MEALS BY SUMMER FOOD 
SERVICE PROGRAM SPONSORS AND FREE AND REDUCED PRICE MEALS BY CHILD AND 
ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM INSTITUTIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1758; PL 101-147

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 225; 7 CFR 226

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, July 1, 1990.

Abstract: Implements certain provisions of PL 101-147, including a 
requirement that applicants for free or reduced price meals need only 
provide the Social Security Number of the household member who signs 
the application and a requirement that the Program sponsor rather than 
the applicant total the income information provided. (90-510)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB17
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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284. BENEFIT DELIVERY RULE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; PL 101-624; PL 100-435; PL 102-
237; PL 103-11; PL 103-225

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 274

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, February 1, 1992. Other, Statutory, 
March 15, 1994.
See Abstract.

Abstract: This rule makes final two provisions from PL 101-624 which 
were implemented on February 1, 1992: aggregate (combined) allotment of 
benefits to households applying after the 15th of the month, and mail 
issuance in rural areas where households may experience transportation 
difficulties obtaining benefits. This rule implements staggered 
issuance as an option on Indian reservations in accordance with PL 103-
11. This rule makes technical changes to current regulatory provisions 
considered appropriate to clarify and improve issuance. (91-009)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/20/91                    56 FR 23027
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/19/91
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB32
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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285. PERMANENT AGREEMENTS/DIRECT CERTIFICATION IN NATIONAL SCHOOL 
LUNCH, SCHOOL BREAKFAST, AND SPECIAL MILK PROGRAMS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-147

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 215; 7 CFR 220; 7 CFR 245

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, July 1, 1990.

Abstract: The Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act of 1989 made 
the agreement between the school and the State agency to operate the 
school nutrition programs a permanent document to be amended as 
necessary. This law also authorized schools to certify children as 
eligible for free meals using information obtained directly from food 
stamp/AFDC offices attesting that these children are receiving food 
stamps or AFDC benefits. This rule implements these statutory 
provisions. (89-520)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/28/91                    56 FR 24033
NPRM Comment Period End         07/29/91
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB35
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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286. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: RESOURCE PROVISION FROM THE MICKEY LELAND 
MEMORIAL DOMESTIC HUNGER RELIEF ACT OF 1990

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; PL 101-624; PL 102-237

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273.8

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1991.

Abstract: The NPRM was published on August 13, 1991. After full 
consideration of comments, the Department has decided that a new 
proposed rulemaking is warranted to take into consideration comments 
received and recent legislative changes to the provision as a result of 
PL 102-237.
The new proposed rule will exempt from consideration as a resource, 
resources that a household is unable to sell for any significant return 
because the household's interest is relatively slight or because the 
costs of selling would be relatively great. Significant return is 
defined as an amount greater than half the applicable resource limit 
for the household, in accordance with 7 CFR 273.8, after any expenses 
of the sale are deducted. The new proposed rule was published October 
20, 1994. (91-020)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/20/94                     59 FR 5928
NPRM Comment Period End         01/18/95
Final Action                    07/00/95
Final Action Effective          08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
[[Page 23087]] 308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB40
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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287. WIC FARMERS' MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786(m)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 248

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose implementing regulations for 
the establishment of the WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) 
as mandated by PL 102-314. The FMNP is designed to provide fresh 
nutritious unprepared foods (such as fruits and vegetables) to WIC 
participants. The foods would be provided by farmers' markets and would 
also serve to expand the awareness and use of farmers' markets and to 
increase sales at such markets. The proposed rule would establish 
criteria for allocating grants to State agencies and for their 
operation of the FMNP (93-002)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/11/94                    59 FR 11508
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB43
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Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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288. SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS AND 
CHILDREN (WIC): INFANT FORMULA PROCUREMENT ACT OF 1992

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 246

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, April 24, 1993.
PL 102-512 requires that the mandates of these provisions be 
implemented within 180 days of enactment.

Abstract: This regulation is to amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 
to encourage multi-State bidding for infant formula rebate contracts 
for the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and 
Children (WIC), and for other purposes. The major objective of this 
action is to provide guidelines for the U.S Department of Agriculture, 
Food and Nutrition Service national office to: (1) solicit bids on 
behalf of interested State agencies for a cost-containment contract to 
be entered into by infant formula manufacturers and the WIC State 
agencies; and (2) disqualify and/or impose civil penalties of up to 
$100 million per year for infant formula manufacturers that price-fix 
or engage in related anti-competitive activities.
Under the law, USDA must develop procedures to solicit bids for a cost 
containment contract to be entered into by infant formula manufacturers 
and interested WIC State agencies who elect to have USDA perform their 
bid solicitation and selection process. If two or more States are 
interested, USDA will solicit bids and select the winning bidder for a 
cost containment contract. USDA will, in consultation with interested 
State agencies, divide State agencies into one or more groups and 
solicit bids for group contracts. This regulation will encourage States 
to engage in multi-State bidding which is expected to generate an even 
greater savings to the WIC Program, and will ultimately enable the 
program to significantly increase participation.
Need for Action: To set forth guidelines within 180 days of enactment, 
for solicitation of infant formula rebate contracts for two or more 
States or groups in an interim final rule. (92-013)(cont)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/95
Final Action Effective          12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.
Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: Under the law, USDA must develop 
procedures to solicit bids for a cost containment contract to be 
entered into by infant formula manufacturers and interested WIC State 
agencies who elect to have USDA perform their bid solicitation and 
selection process. If two or more States are interested, USDA will 
solicit bids and select the winning bidder for a cost containment 
contract. USDA will, in consultation with interested State agencies, 
divide State agencies into one or more groups and solicit bids for 
group contracts. This regulation will encourage States to engage in 
multi-State bidding which is expected to generate an even greater 
savings to the WIC program, and will ultimately enable the program to 
significantly increase participation.
Need for Action: To set forth guidelines within 180 days of enactment, 
for solicitation of infant formula rebate contracts for two or more 
States or groups in an interim final rule.

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB52
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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289. SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANTS AND 
CHILDREN (WIC): HOMELESSNESS/MIGRANCY AS NUTRITIONAL RISK CONDITIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 246

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation incorporates the amendment made to the Child 
Nutrition Act of 1966 in section 17(b)(8)(d) of PL 102-342 which 
establishes homelessness and migrancy as predisposing nutritional risk 
conditions for the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants 
and Children (WIC). The major objective of this action is to provide 
guidelines to State agencies on service to women, infants, and children 
certified due to homelessness or migrancy. (93-001)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None [[Page 23088]] 

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB53
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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290. FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM ON INDIAN RESERVATIONS--OKLAHOMA 
WAIVER AUTHORITY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 97-98, Sec 1338; PL 95-113

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 254

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule will extend the Department's authority to 
grant waivers to serve urban places in excess of 10,000 people. This 
authority expired on September 30, 1985. (94-002)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB56
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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291. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: CHILD SUPPORT DEDUCTION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; PL 103-66

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, September 1, 1994.
Sections 13911 and 13915 of PL 103-66--effective date.

Abstract: This rule is being proposed to implement section 13921 of the 
1993 Mickey Leland Childhood Hunger Relief Act which establishes a 
deduction for child support paid to a non-household member. (95-001)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/08/94                    59 FR 63265
NPRM Comment Period End         02/06/95
Final Action                    08/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB58
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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292. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: EXCESS SHELTER EXPENSE LIMIT AND STANDARD 
UTILITY ALLOWANCES

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; PL 103-66

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, July 1, 1994, for first increase in excessshelter 
expense limit.
Other, Statutory, October 1, 1995, for second increase in excessshelter 
expense limit.
Other, Statutory, January 1, 1997, for removal of shelterexpense limit.

Abstract: This action proposes several changes in Food Stamp Program 
rules relating to the development and use of standard utility 
allowances. The changes are proposed to facilitate use of standard 
amounts rather than actual utility expenses in determining the benefits 
of food stamp households.
This rule also proposes to implement section 13912 of the Mickey Leland 
Childhood Hunger Relief Act which would increase and then eliminate the 
current limit on excess shelter expenses that may be deducted from 
household income. (93-006)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/94                    59 FR 60087
NPRM Comment Period End         01/23/95
Final Action                    08/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB59
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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293. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: SIMPLIFICATION OF PROGRAM RULES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes several changes in Food Stamp Program 
rules relating to Social Security numbers, combined allotments, 
residency, excluded resources, contract income, self-employment 
expenses, certification periods, the notice of adverse action, 
recertification, and suspension under retrospective budgeting. The 
changes are being proposed as means to simplify regulatory requirements 
and to increase consistency with requirements of the Aid to Families 
with Dependent Children (AFDC) program. (93-006)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/11/95                     60 FR 2703
NPRM Comment Period End         03/12/95
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB60
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

294. NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM, STATE ADMIN. EXPENSE FUNDS AND 
DETERMINING ELIG. FOR FREE AND REDUCED PRICE MEALS AND FREE MILK IN 
SCHOOLS: TECH. CORRECTIONS TO COORDINATED REVIEW EFFORT RULE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-147 [[Page 23089]] 

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 235; 7 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule corrects a number of provisions contained in 
the regulations governing the National School Lunch Program which 
implemented the unified monitoring system of the Child Nutrition and 
WIC Reauthorization Act of 1989. These changes are technical in nature 
and do not make substantive changes to the Program. (92-009)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/00/95
Final Action Effective          09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB63
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

295. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: PAYMENT OF CERTAIN ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS OF 
STATE AGENCIES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; PL 103-66, sec 13961

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 277

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, April 1, 1994.
The Act requires funding rate reduction effective 04/01/94.

Abstract: State agencies are reimbursed by FCS at standard or enhanced 
Federal reimbursement level for all allowable costs incurred in the 
State's operation of the Food Stamp Program. This proposed rule would 
reduce the Federal reimbursement rate for State agencies for fraud 
control, system development, and immigration status verification to the 
standard 50 percent rate. It would also limit the time period during 
which State agencies may file a claim for retroactive funding, and 
allows the cost of certifying aid to families with dependent children 
to be charged to the Food Stamp Program for purposes of Federal 
reimbursement. (93-010)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/94                    59 FR 60079
NPRM Comment Period End         01/23/95
Final Action                    07/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB66
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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296. FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM ON INDIAN RESERVATIONS: DEFINITION 
OF INDIAN TRIBAL HOUSEHOLD

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 88-525; PL 97-98, sec 1338; PL 95-113

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 253; 7 CFR 254

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule will amend part 253 to permit households 
containing a Native American living in ``near areas'' to participate in 
the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) regardless 
of the Native American's tribal affiliation or age. It will also amend 
part 254 to permit households containing a Native American to 
participate in FDPIR in Oklahoma regardless of the Native American's 
age. (82-217)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/20/87                    52 FR 39158
Interim Final Rule              01/11/94                    59 FR 01447
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB67
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
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297. CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS: NUTRITION OBJECTIVES FOR SCHOOL 
MEALS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1758

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 220

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: There is scientific consensus that diets high in fat and 
sodium lead to chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease and 
stroke. Additionally, chronic disease often begins in childhood. The 
Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which is the Federal policy on what 
makes a healthful diet, recommends limiting daily intake of fat, 
saturated fat and sodium. However, the School Nutrition Dietary 
Assessment report shows that most school meals are not in compliance 
with the Dietary Guidelines. This proposal would revise the regulations 
governing the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast 
Program to update references on meal requirements to incorporate the 
most recent nutrition information as contained in the Dietary 
Guidelines. This rule would also remove various paperwork burdens and 
would modify review requirements to ensure oversight of the proposed 
nutrition standards. (94-003)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/10/94                    59 FR 30218
NPRM Comment Period End         09/08/94                    59 FR 30218
Final Action                    05/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB73
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

298. FSP: TARGETING FOR INCOME AND ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 99-509, sec 9101

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 272

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23090]] 

Abstract: This action places into final form the interim rule published 
February 2, 1988, which amended Food Stamp Program regulations. The 
interim rule implemented the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) 
of 1986, which amended the Social Security Act. As a result, the 
interim rule prohibited State agencies from being required to use all 
information obtained through their Income and Eligibility Verification 
Systems (IEVS) to determine the eligibility of all recipients. State 
agencies are allowed to identify (target) which information items they 
follow up on to determine the accuracy of the household's benefits. The 
interim rule also specifies the elements which State agencies must 
include in their Plan of Operation concerning targeting action on IEVS 
information and sets timeliness standards for such action. (86-024)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/02/88                    51 FR 07178
Final Action                    10/00/96
Final Action Effective          12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB74
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

299. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: CERTIFICATION PROVISIONS OF THE MICKEY 
LELAND CHILDHOOD HUNGER RELIEF ACT

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-66 Mickey Leland Childhood Hunger Relief Act

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271.2; 7 CFR 273.1; 7 CFR 273.2; 7 CFR 273.7; 7 
CFR 273.8; 7 CFR 273.9; 7 CFR 273.10; 7 CFR 273.12; 7 CFR 273.21

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, September 1, 1994.
All provisions must be implemented on 09/01/94.

Abstract: The proposed rule will (1) exclude certain general assistance 
vendor payments from income; (2) increase the amount of the dependent 
care deduction; (3) require State agencies to establish a statewide 
limit for dependent care reimbursements paid to participants in the 
Food Stamp Employment & Training Program; (4) increase the fair market 
value on vehicles for determining a household's resource limit; (5) 
exclude the value of vehicles from resources that are used by the 
household to transport fuel or water; (6) simplify the ``household'' 
definition; (7) establish eligibility for children who live with their 
food-stamp-eligible parents in a drug or alcohol rehabilitation center; 
(8) provide an income exclusion for earnings of elementary and 
secondary school students under 22; and (9) require proration of 
benefits following a break of more than 30 days in certification. (93-
017)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/30/94                    59 FR 44866
NPRM Comment Period End         10/31/94                    59 FR 44866
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB76
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

300. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: UTILITY REIMBURSEMENT EXCLUSION

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action excludes certain utility reimbursements made by 
the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Farmers Home 
Administration (FmHA) from income consideration in determining Food 
Stamp Program eligibility and benefits. (94-012)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/16/94                    59 FR 30864
Final Action Effective          08/01/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB79
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

301. NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH, SPECIAL MILK, SCHOOL BREAKFAST, CHILD 
AND ADULT CARE FOOD AND SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAMS: PURCHASE OF FOOD 
PRODUCTS PRODUCED IN THE U.S

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-237

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 215; 7 CFR 220; 7 CFR 225; 7 CFR 226

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: USDA has always encouraged the domestic consumption of 
nutritious agricultural products through the food assistance programs. 
However, PL 100-237, enacted January 8, 1988, requires recipient 
agencies participating in the Child Nutrition and Commodity 
Distribution Programs to purchase, whenever possible, only food 
products that are produced in the U.S. The statute allows exceptions to 
meet unusual or ethnic food preferences and further exempted Alaska, 
Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and the 
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. The statute allows for 
additional exemptions by the Secretary ``for such other circumstances 
as the Secretary considers appropriate.'' FNS published an interim rule 
pertaining to Part 250, Food Donations, to implement this and other 
requirements on July 21, 1988. A final regulation was published July 
22, 1993. This rule is only amending rules for food donations, not each 
of the affected programs. FNS intends to issue final rules to include 
statutory ``Buy American'' provisions in the regulations for the School 
Lunch, Milk, Breakfast, Child and Adult Care, and Summer Food Service 
Programs. (93-020)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95                [[Page 23091]] 

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

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

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB82
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

302. TREATMENT OF EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING ASSISTANCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-392; PL 101-624; PL 102-237; PL 102-325

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, August 1, 1991, PL 101-624.
Final, Statutory, August 1, 1991, PL 101-392.
Final, Statutory, February 1, 1992, PL 102-237.
Final, Statutory, October 1, 1992, PL 102-325 - Tribal LoanProgram.
Final, Statutory, August 1, 1993, PL 102-325 - Title IX Exclusion.

Abstract: This action finalizes provisions of P.L. 101-624 governing 
the treatment of educational assistance as excluded income or 
resources. It finalizes provisions of P.L. 102-325 which prohibits 
Federal educational assistance provided under Title IV or Part E of 
Title XIII of the Higher Education Act from being considered as income 
and resources for food stamp purposes. It finalizes provisions of P.L. 
101-392 which prohibits counting certain educational assistance funded 
by the Perkins Act as income or resources when determining the 
eligibility and benefits of student households. It finalizes provisions 
of P.L. 102-237 which provide that educational monies are excluded from 
income when they are awarded to a person enrolled at a recognized 
institution of post-secondary education, at a school for the 
handicapped, in a vocational education program, or in a program that 
provides for completion of a secondary school diploma or obtaining the 
equivalent. Also, such monies are excluded from income to the extent 
that they do not exceed the amount used for or made available as an 
allowance determined by the school, institution, program, or other 
grantor, for tuition, mandatory fees (including the rental or purchase 
of any equipment, materials, and supplies related to the pursuit of the 
course of study involved), books, supplies, transportation, and other 
miscellaneous personal expenses (other than living expenses), of the 
student incidental to attending such school, institution, or program 
and to the extent the loans include any origination fees and insurance 
premiums. The provisions of the statutes become effective on the dates 
of the legal deadlines whether regulations have been published or not. 
(94-016)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/01/93                    58 FR 58463
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2246

RIN: 0584-AB84
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

303. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: DISQUALIFICATION PENALTIES FOR INTENTIONAL 
PROGRAM VIOLATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032; PL 103-66

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, September 1, 1994.
PL 103-66, sec 13942 effective date.

Abstract: This rule would implement section 13942 of PL 103-66. This 
provision of the law is aimed at deterring recipient abuse in the Food 
Stamp Program by increasing the disqualification penalties for 
intentional Program violations involving individuals trading or 
receiving coupons or other benefit instruments for firearms, 
ammunition, explosives or controlled substances. This rule would also 
implement discretionary changes concerning advance notices of 
disqualification hearings and the timing of disqualification periods. 
The bases for these revisions are requests from State agencies and the 
need for clarification based on a recommendation from the Department's 
Office of General Counsel. (93-022)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/29/94                    59 FR 44343
NPRM Comment Period End         10/28/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB91
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

304.  FOOD STAMP PROGRAM AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING 
EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES; REDUCTION IN REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 2011 to 2032

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 277

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action increases the thresholds above which prior 
written Federal approval of State automated data processing (ADP) 
equipment and services acquisitions is required for Federal financial 
participation. These changes will reduce the reporting burden on 
States. The revised thresholds require prior approval from the U.S. 
Department of Agriculture Food and Consumer Service (FCS) for: (1) 
advance planning documents (APDs) for ADP equipment and services 
acquisitions of $5 million or more in total Federal and State costs; 
(2) justifications for noncompetitive ADP acquisitions from 
nongovernment sources of more than $1 million but no more than $5 
million in total Federal and State costs; (3) requests for proposals 
and contracts of more than $5 million in total Federal and State 
[[Page 23092]] costs for competitive procurements and more than $1 
million for noncompetitive acquisitions from nongovernmental sources, 
unless specifically exempted by FCS; (4) contract amendments for cost 
increases exceeding $1 million or time extensions of more than 120 
days; (5) annual APD updates for projects with total acquisition costs 
of more than $5 million; and (6) as-needed APD updates for cost 
increases of $1 million or more (the percentage of cost benchmark is 
removed). Finally, State requests will be deemed to have provisionally 
met the prior approval requirement if FCS does not approve, disapprove, 
or request information about the request within 60 days of the agency's 
letter to the State acknowledging its receipt. (94-020)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

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: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB92
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

305.  NUTRITION OBJECTIVES FOR SCHOOL MEALS--FOOD-BASED 
ALTERNATIVES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-448, sec 106; PL 103-448, sec 112

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210; 7 CFR 220

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, June 1995.

Abstract: The Healthy Meals for Healthy Americans Act of 1994, Public 
Law 103-448, November 2, 1994, requires that a variety of meal planning 
approaches be available for the National School Lunch and School 
Breakfast Programs, including ``food-based menu systems.'' The food-
based menu systems concept is intended to supplement the nutrient-based 
menu planning provisions previously proposed by the Department of 
Agriculture on June 10, 1994 (59 FR 30218). In addition, the Act 
requires that school meals comply with the Dietary Guidelines for 
Americans, as the Department also proposed earlier. To ensure 
compliance with the requirements of the Dietary Guidelines, this 
proposal expands the monitoring procedures included in the June 10, 
1994, proposal to provide a system appropriate for monitoring meals 
served by school food authorities that choose the food-based menu 
systems approach. (94-024)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Agency Regulatory Officer, Department 
of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB94
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________


306.  SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, 
INFANTS AND CHILDREN (WIC): IMPLEMENTATION OF NONDISCRETIONARY WIC 
PROVISIONS OF PUB. L. 103-448

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1786

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 246

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule implements the WIC-related reauthorization 
provisions mandated in Pub. L. 103-448, the Healthy Meals for Healthy 
Americans Act of 1994. All of the WIC-related provisions may be deemed 
nondiscretionary. These provisions include: counting the unborn child 
of an otherwise income-ineligible pregnant woman, allowing State 
agencies to deem income-eligible pregnant women presumptively eligible 
for a period not to exceed 60 days, an increase in the national 
breastfeeding promotion and support expenditure, and a requirement that 
Medicaid managed care providers be included in the programs to which 
WIC must make referrals. (95-004)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Food and Consumer Service, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 
308, Alexandria, VA 22302, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AC02



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

307. SYSTEMATIC ALIEN VERIFICATION FOR ENTITLEMENTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271; 7 CFR 272; 7 CFR 273; 7 CFR 275; 7 CFR 277

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn pending results of 
regulatory review.              03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AA73


______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23093]]
308. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: DISCRETIONARY RETAILER WHOLESALER CHANGES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271; 7 CFR 276; 7 CFR 278; 7 CFR 279

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn due to change of 
direction for this action       04/12/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB03
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

309. CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM: CHILD NUTRITION AND WIC 
REAUTHORIZATION ACT AMENDMENTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 226

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - Change in 
priorities: To be separated into 
2 future rules.                 01/10/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB16
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

310. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE STATE PROCESSING PROGRAM AND THE 
NATIONAL COMMODITY PROCESSING PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 250; 7 CFR 252

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/07/94                    59 FR 62973
Final Action Effective          01/06/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB30
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

311. STATE ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSE FUNDS: NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH 
PROGRAM, SPECIAL MILK PROGRAM, SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM, CHILD AND ADULT 
CARE FOOD PROGRAMS, FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 235

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/24/95                    60 FR 15457
Final Action Effective          04/24/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB31
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

312. CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM: PAPERWORK REDUCTION 
REGULATIONS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 226

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - Change in 
priorities: To be combined in a 
future rule.                    01/10/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB33
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

313. DISTRIBUTION OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PERFORMANCE-BASED 
FUNDS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273.7

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/05/95                     60 FR 1707
Final Action Effective          10/01/93

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB47
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

314. EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM--ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 251

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn due to change in 
regulatory priorities.          01/10/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 702 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB54
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

315. ALTERNATE FOODS FOR MEALS: ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCTS WITH 
FORTIFIED PROTEIN

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210, app A

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/07/94                    59 FR 51083
Final Action Effective          10/07/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB68
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

316. CONSIDERATION OF AN ALTERNATE PROTEIN SOURCE, WHEY PROTEIN 
CONCENTRATE, AS A MEAT ALTERNATE FOR USE IN THE CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 210, app A; 7 CFR 225, app A

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn due to time 
constraints--not a priority.    01/10/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB69
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

317. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM MEDICAL EXPENSE DEDUCTION

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 273

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/07/95                    60 FR 17628
Final Action Effective          05/08/95

Small Entities Affected: None [[Page 23094]] 

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB78
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

318. ASSET ACCUMULATION DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS

CFR Citation:  None

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/09/94                    59 FR 63755
Final Action Effective          12/09/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2760

RIN: 0584-AB80
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________

319. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: MAXIMUM ALLOTMENTS FOR THE 48 STATES AND 
DC, AND INCOME ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS & DEDUCTIONS FOR THE 48 STATES, DC, 
ALASKA, HAWAII, GUAM, AND THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

CFR Citation:  None

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/11/95                     60 FR 2731
Final Action Effective          10/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2246

RIN: 0584-AB85
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food and Consumer Service (FCS)
______________________________________________________________________


320. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: MAXIMUM ALLOTMENTS FOR ALASKA, HAWAII, 
GUAM, AND THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

CFR Citation:  None

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/11/95                     60 FR 2730
Final Action Effective          10/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Sheri Ackerman, 703 305-2246

RIN: 0584-AB86
BILLING CODE 3410-30-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

321. FOOD ADDITIVES AND GRAS SUBSTANCES USED AS INGREDIENTS IN MEAT 
FOOD AND POULTRY PRODUCTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq; 21 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 318; 9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would amend the Federal meat and poultry 
products inspection regulations to simplify the procedures by which 
FSIS approves food additives and Generally Recognized as Safe 
substances to be used as ingredients in meat food products and poultry 
products. The proposed rule will be developed in cooperation with the 
Food and Drug Administration to make the Federal regulation of food 
additives and other substances that may be used as ingredients in meat 
food and poultry products more efficient and uniform.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Judith A. Segal, Director, Policy, Evaluation and 
Planning Staff, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection 
Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-7773

RIN: 0583-AB02
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

322. SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS IDENTIFIED BY STANDARDIZED TERMS AND 
NUTRIENT CONTENT CLAIMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq; 21 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 319; 9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would amend the Federal meat and poultry 
products inspection regulations to establish a standard of identity and 
composition for meat and poultry products that qualify to use nutrient 
content claims for a reduction in fat content associated with a 
standardized product name, e.g., ``fat-free bologna.'' This action 
stems from the nutrition labeling rulemaking which allows modified 
versions of certain standardized products, using novel fat-replacing 
ingredients, i.e., water and binders.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, Director, Product Assessment Division, 
Regulatory Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and 
Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AB51
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

323. PATHOGEN REDUCTION; HAZARD ANALYSIS AND CRITICAL CONTROL 
POINTS (HACCP) SYSTEMS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq; 21 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 308; 9 CFR 310; 9 CFR 318; 9 CFR 320; 9 CFR 325; 9 
CFR 326; 9 CFR 327; 9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would require all meat and poultry 
establishments to develop and maintain a Hazard Analysis and Critical 
Control Point (HACCP) system. The Agency is [[Page 23095]] also 
proposing certain pathogen reduction interventions in processing 
operations, which can subsequently be incorporated into industry HACCP 
systems. Interim targets for pathogen reduction would be established. 
Microbiological testing is being proposed as a means to evaluate the 
effectiveness of processing interventions and other process controls 
and to determine whether establishments are achieving pathogen 
reduction targets.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/03/95                     60 FR 6774
NPRM Comment Period End         06/05/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Paula M. Cohen, Director, Regulations Development, 
Policy, Evaluation and Planning Staff, Department of Agriculture, Food 
Safety and Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-7164

RIN: 0583-AB69
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

324. USE OF TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE ON RAW, UNCHILLED POULTRY CARCASSES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would amend the poultry products 
inspection regulations to permit the application of trisodium phosphate 
(TSP) on raw, unchilled poultry carcasses. TSP would be permitted as an 
antimicrobial agent on raw, unchilled poultry carcasses. Tests 
conducted by industry and FSIS have shown that the use of TSP reduces 
microbial populations on raw, unchilled poultry carcasses. This 
proposed rule is in response to a petition filed by Rhone-Poulenc, 
Inc., Cranbury, New Jersey.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenneth Peterson, Slaughter Inspection Standards and 
Procedures Division, Science and Technology, Department of Agriculture, 
Food Safety and Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-3219

RIN: 0583-AB80
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

325. NUTRITION LABELING; NEW PRODUCT CATEGORIES AND REFERENCE 
AMOUNTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 601 et seq; 21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 317; 9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would amend the Federal meat and poultry 
products inspection regulations by adding three new product categories 
and reference amounts to the new product categories and reference 
amounts chart. FSIS has received requests through public comments and 
the labeling application process to add new product categories and 
reference amounts for ``Beans with meat, plain or in sauce,'' 
``Appetizers,'' and ``Major condiments.'' FSIS is also proposing to 
allow manufacturers of meal-type products packaged in volumes greater 
than one serving to be labeled as the fractional statement of the 
promoted serving size (e.g., 1/2 package, 1/4 package).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, Director, Product Assessment Division, 
Regulatory Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and 
Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AB81
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

326.  TRANSPORTING UNDENATURED POULTRY FEET TO OTHER 
ESTABLISHMENTS FOR PROCESSING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FSIS is proposing to amend the poultry products inspection 
regulations to permit the transportation of undenatured poultry feet 
from one federally inspected poultry establishment to another 
establishment for further processing before the feet are exported. 
Establishments would be permitted to ship undenatured poultry feet to 
another establishment for export provided that the receiving 
establishment maintains records that identify the incoming undenatured 
poultry feet, their source, and their location at all times during 
processing. The receiving establishment would be required to certify in 
writing that the poultry feet have not been, nor will be, commingled 
with other products intended for human consumption within the United 
States. This action is in response to a petition submitted by DanD Food 
Marketing, Inc., Springfield, Missouri.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Alice Thaler, Chief, Project Management Branch, 
Slaughter Inspection Standards and Department of Agriculture, Food 
Safety and Inspection Service, Procedures Division, Science and 
Technology, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-3219

RIN: 0583-AB84
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________


327.  USE OF THE TERM ``FRESH'' ON THE LABELING OF RAW 
POULTRY PRODUCTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the poultry products inspection 
regulations to prohibit the use of the term ``fresh'' on the labeling 
of raw poultry product if the internal temperature of the product has 
ever been below 26 degrees F. The rule will require such poultry 
product to be labeled with a descriptive term reflecting this fact. 
This action will ensure that poultry products 
[[Page 23096]] distributed to consumers are not labeled in a false or 
misleading manner.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/17/95                     60 FR 3454
NPRM Comment Period End         03/20/95
NPRM Extension of Comment Period03/20/95                    60 FR 14668
NPRM Comment Period End         05/20/95
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, Director, Product Assessment Division, 
Regulatory Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and 
Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AB86



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

328. REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN COUNTRY IMPORT CERTIFICATION AND LIVE 
ANIMAL IMPORTATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 99-198

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 327; 9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will respond to amendments to the Federal Meat 
Inspection Act by the Food Security Act of 1985. The amendments require 
that FSIS periodically certify residue control programs submitted by 
foreign countries desiring to export meat and poultry products to the 
United States. The amendments also provide the Secretary with the 
authority to issue an order prohibiting the importation of livestock 
for immediate slaughter that have been administered a drug or 
antibiotic banned for use in the United States.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/88                    53 FR 27998
NPRM Comment Period End         09/26/88
Reproposal                      03/09/90                     55 FR 8956
Reproposal Comment Period End   04/09/90
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lawrence Skinner, Director, Foreign Programs Division, 
International Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and 
Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6933

RIN: 0583-AA47
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

329. NUTRITION LABELING: HEALTH CLAIMS ON MEAT AND POULTRY PRODUCTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 601 et seq; 21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 317; 9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the Federal meat and poultry products 
inspection regulations to permit the use of health claims that 
characterize the relationship of a substance to a disease-related or 
health-related condition on labeling of meat and poultry products. The 
rule will also establish a labeling application process for such health 
claims. This action stems from the final nutrition labeling 
regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/94                    59 FR 27144
NPRM Comment Period End         07/25/94
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, Director, Product Assessment Division, 
Regulatory Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and 
Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AB64
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

330. TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE AS A POST-CHILL ANTIMICROBIAL TREATMENT 
FOR RAW POULTRY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the poultry products inspection 
regulations to permit the use of trisodium phosphate as a post-chill 
antimicrobial treatment for inspected and passed raw poultry products. 
FSIS has received a petition from Rhone-Poulenc, Inc., Cranbury, New 
Jersey, to use this substance as a processing aid in post-chill poultry 
slaughter operations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/05/94                      59 FR 551
NPRM Comment Period End         03/07/94
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: William O. James, Director, Slaughter Inspection 
Standards and Procedures Division, Department of Agriculture, Food 
Safety and Inspection Service, Science and Technology, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-3219

RIN: 0583-AB65
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

331. POULTRY PRODUCTS PRODUCED BY MECHANICAL SEPARATION AND 
PRODUCTS IN WHICH SUCH POULTRY PRODUCTS ARE USED

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the Federal poultry products inspection 
regulations to prescribe a definition and standard of identity and 
composition for the finely comminuted poultry [[Page 23097]] product 
that results from the mechanical separation and removal of most of the 
bone from poultry carcasses and parts of carcasses (``Mechanically 
Separated (Kind) (MS(K))'' including requirements for bone solids 
content (measured as calcium content) and bone particle size; specify 
certain limitations for the use of MS(K); establish recordkeeping 
requirements for bone solids content and bone particle size; and 
establish labeling requirements for MS(K), and for poultry products and 
meat food products containing MS(K) as an ingredient.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/15/93                    58 FR 33040
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/16/93
Second ANPRM                    03/03/94                    59 FR 10230
ANPRM Extension of Comment 
Period                          05/02/94                    59 FR 22554
Second ANPRM Comment Period End 05/02/94
ANPRM Extension of Comment 
Period End                      06/01/94
NPRM                            12/06/94                    59 FR 62629
NPRM Comment Period End         02/06/95
NPRM Extension of Comment Period02/06/95                     60 FR 6975
NPRM Comment Period End         03/06/95
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: John W. McCutcheon, Deputy Administrator, Regulatory 
Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection 
Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-2709

RIN: 0583-AB68
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

332. NUTRITION LABELING OF GROUND BEEF AND HAMBURGER

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 601 et seq; 21 USC 451 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 317; 9 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule will amend the Federal meat and poultry 
inspection regulations to provide increased flexibility in the labeling 
of ground meat and poultry products. This rule allows consumers to 
readily differentiate between the varying amounts of fat in these 
products in order to help them to select lower fat versions of these 
products and to encourage the continued marketing of lower fat ground 
products. This action is taken in response to a petition received from 
Western States Meat Association, Oakland, California.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/24/94                    59 FR 26916
NPRM Extension of Comment Period07/05/94                    59 FR 34396
NPRM Comment Period End         07/08/94
NPRM Extension of Comment Period 
End                             08/22/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, Director, Product Assessment Division, 
Regulatory Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and 
Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AB74
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

333. USE OF SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE AND FOOD STARCH--MODIFIED AS 
BINDERS IN CURED PORK PRODUCTS: DIRECT FINAL RULE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  21 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 318

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) plans to 
increase the permitted use level of food starch-modified and approve 
the use of soy protein concentrate in certain cured pork products. The 
technical effect of these substances when added to product is to reduce 
water purge (pumped brine) from the product. Both of these substances 
are listed in the Food and Drug Administration regulations as generally 
recognized as safe for use in foods in accordance with good 
manufacturing practice. The technical data and information supplied by 
the petitioners (Central Soya, Fort Wayne, IN, and the National Starch 
and Chemical Company, Bridgewater, NJ), have been received and it has 
been determined that the use of these substances is functional and 
suitable for the intended purpose. This rule only makes minor, 
technical changes to the chart of substances approved for use in meat 
products.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, Director, Product Assessment Division, 
Regulatory Programs, Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and 
Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AB82
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________


334.  REDUCTION OF ACCREDITATION FEES FOR FSIS-ACCREDITED 
LABORATORIES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  21 USC 450 et seq; 21 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 318; 9 CFR 381; 9 CFR 391

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Federal meat and poultry products 
inspection regulations by reducing the fee charged participants in the 
Agency's Accredited Laboratory Program (ALP). Non-Federal analytical 
laboratories are qualified under the ALP to conduct analyses of 
official meat and poultry samples. Laboratory accreditation fees that 
cover the costs of the ALP are mandated by the Food, Agriculture, 
Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 (the 1990 Farm Bill), as amended. 
FSIS has determined that reduced ALP expenditures for fiscal year 1995 
will enable FSIS to charge a reduced accreditation fee ($2,500 instead 
of $3,500) per accreditation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/27/94                    59 FR 66446
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/26/95
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Jess Rajan, Chief, Chemistry Division, Quality 
Systems Branch, Science and Technology, [[Page 23098]] Department of 
Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 205-0679

RIN: 0583-AB87



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

335. SODIUM/POTASSIUM LACTATE AS MEANS OF REDUCING CERTAIN 
PATHOGENIC MICROORGANISMS IN CERTAIN POULTRY PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 318; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
anticipated.                    02/07/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AA83
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

336. CONTROL OF ADDED SUBSTANCES AND LABELING REQUIREMENTS FOR 
TURKEY HAM PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/07/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dorothy Stringfellow, 202 690-2087

RIN: 0583-AA84
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

337. IMPORTED CANADIAN PRODUCT; PROVISION FOR ``STREAMLINED'' 
INSPECTION PROCEDURES; EXEMPTION FROM OFFICIAL MARK OF INSPECTION

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 327; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
necessary.                      10/06/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Manis, 202 720-2952

RIN: 0583-AA99
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

338. CENTRALIZATION AND AUTOMATION OF EXPORT CERTIFICATION PROCESS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 322; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

End Review - No action planned 
in the next 12 months.          03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Fetzner, 202 501-6022

RIN: 0583-AB04
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

339. USE OF COMPRESSED AIR, CARBON DIOXIDE GAS, OR NITROGEN GAS TO 
FACILITATE BONING OF CARCASSES OR PARTS THEREOF

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 310; 9 CFR 318

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
anticipated.                    02/07/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dorothy Stringfellow, 202 690-2087

RIN: 0583-AB13
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

340. POLICY FOR DIFFERENTIATING BETWEEN CALVES AND ADULT CATTLE

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 309; 9 CFR 310

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
necessary.                      01/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Craig Reed, 202 720-5190

RIN: 0583-AB18
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

341. DETERMINING THE AMENABILITY OF BIRDS TO MANDATORY FEDERAL 
INSPECTION

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 362; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
necessary.                      10/16/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Judith A. Segal, 202 720-7773

RIN: 0583-AB29
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

342. NOTIFICATION OF RESIDUE VIOLATORS AND TESTING OF SUBSEQUENT 
SHIPMENTS OF ANIMALS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 310; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
necessary.                      01/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William Leese, 202 720-3311

RIN: 0583-AB32
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

343. REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORTED POULTRY PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
necessary.                      01/31/95                [[Page 23099]] 

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John C. Prucha, 202 720-3473

RIN: 0583-AB42
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

344. PRIOR LABEL APPROVAL PROCESS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 317; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
anticipated.                    02/07/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cheryl Wade, 202 254-2590

RIN: 0583-AB50
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

345. PROMINENT LABELING DISCLOSURES ON MEAT AND POULTRY PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 317; 9 CFR 318; 9 CFR 319; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
anticipated.                    02/07/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cheryl Wade, 202 254-2590

RIN: 0583-AB53
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

346. PROCEDURES FOR APPEALING PRODUCT RETENTIONS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 318; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
anticipated                     04/01/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dr. Craig A. Reed, 202 720-5190

RIN: 0583-AB62
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

347. RECORDKEEPING AND PRODUCTION CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR MEAT AND 
POULTRY ESTABLISHMENTS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 320; 9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
necessary.                      10/06/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Clerkin, 202 254-2537

RIN: 0583-AB70
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

348. REFRIGERATION REQUIREMENTS FOR RAW MEAT AND POULTRY PRODUCTS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 318

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Merged with RIN 0583-AB69       10/19/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dorothy Stringfellow, 202 690-2087

RIN: 0583-AB75
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

349. MEAT PRODUCED BY ADVANCED MEAT/BONE SEPARATION MACHINERY AND 
MEAT RECOVERY SYSTEMS

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 301; 9 CFR 318; 9 CFR 319

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/06/94                    59 FR 62551
Final Action Effective          01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Edwards, 202 254-2565

RIN: 0583-AB76
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________

350. ENHANCED POULTRY INSPECTION

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 381

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
anticipated.                    02/07/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Isabel Arrington, 202 720-7905

RIN: 0583-AB79
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
______________________________________________________________________


351. FEE INCREASE FOR INSPECTION SERVICES

CFR Citation:  9 CFR 391

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/26/94                    59 FR 53726
Final Action Effective          10/30/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William L. West, 202 720-3367

RIN: 0583-AB83
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
______________________________________________________________________

352. PROPOSED REGULATIONS GOVERNING IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 
COOPERATOR MARKET DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OVERSEAS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1704

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1550

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are promulgated to provide minimum 
requirements and criteria for parties interested in participating in 
the Cooperator Market Development Program, as authorized in Section 601 
of the Agricultural Act of 1954 (PL 480), and how they may apply and 
participate.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barry D. Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department 
of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA26
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
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353. SECTION 22 IMPORT QUOTAS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  EO 3019

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 6.20 to 6.34

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1995.

Abstract: Provides for quotas for certain dairy and other agricultural 
products to prevent material interference with the domestic price 
support program for these commodities. In the case of dairy products, 
controls are administered through a licensing procedure so that the 
quotas may be allocated in a fair and equitable manner among importers 
and users. A fee is charged for each license issued to recover the 
costs of administering the licensing system. Procedures used to 
implement section 22 import quotas will need to be revised as the 
Uruguay Round multilateral trade agreement is implemented.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/02/94                    59 FR 28495
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/01/94
Interim Final Rule              01/06/95                     60 FR 1989
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barry D. Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department 
of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
Washington, D. C. 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA27
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
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354. CCC EXPORT CREDIT GUARANTEE PROGRAM (GSM-102) AND CCC 
INTERMEDIATE EXPORT CREDIT GUARANTEE PROGRAM (GSM-103)

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  15 USC 714(b); 15 USC 714(f); 7 USC 5602; 7 USC 5622; 
7 USC 5661; 7 USC 5663; 7 USC 5664; 7 USC 5676

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1493

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revision of the regulations for the GSM-102 and GSM-103 
programs to improve and update the current regulations and incorporate 
material required by the Agricultural Trade Act of 1978, as amended by 
section 1531 of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 
1990.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/06/91                    56 FR 25998
Final Rule                      10/19/94                    59 FR 52866
Proposed Rule                   04/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barry Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of 
Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA30
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
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355. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS RELATED TO TOBACCO EXPORTS

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  7 USC 509; PL 101-624, sec 1557

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1525

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Exporters/manufacturers of unmanufactured tobacco, cigarettes 
and cigarette-ready tobacco are required to maintain records and submit 
reports pertaining to such records on tobacco content related to crop 
year, grade, type, country of origin, and poundage to the Secretary of 
Agriculture. Submitted information will be provided to Congress. Annual 
cost to the Government is established at $100,000.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/17/93                    58 FR 65941
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/17/94
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Agency Contact: Barry D. Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department 
of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
14th Street & Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-
6713

RIN: 0551-AA32
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
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356. SUGAR IMPORT LICENSING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  19 USC 1202

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1530 subpart A; 7 CFR 1530 subpart B; 7 CFR 1530 
subpart C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This advance notice of proposed rulemaking addresses some 
administrative changes to the sugar import licensing programs. These 
changes are intended to increase the regulatory efficiency, assist in 
verifying program compliance and provide for the adherence of the 
applicable sugar provisions of the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/04/94                    59 FR 23017
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/08/94
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal [[Page 23101]] 

Agency Contact: Barry Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of 
Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
Washington, DC 20250-1000, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA39



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
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357. PROGRAM CRITERIA FOR THE SUNFLOWERSEED OIL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 
(SOAP) AND THE COTTONSEED OIL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (COAP)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624, sec 1531; 7 USC 5663

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1570

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, May 31, 1991.

Abstract: This regulation establishes the criteria to evaluate and 
approve proposals for country and commodity initiatives under the SOAP 
and COAP. The establishment of criteria for these programs is mandated 
under Section 403(a) of the Agricultural Trade Act of 1978, as amended 
in Section 1531 of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act 
of 1990.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/27/91                    56 FR 42222


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Barry D. Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Compliance 
Review Staff, Department of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, 
Room 4957 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA31
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
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358. SUNFLOWERSEED OIL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OPERATIONS (SOAP) AND 
COTTONSEED OIL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OPERATIONS (COAP)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1464, sec 201(b)(2)(A); PL 101-624, sec 1541 As 
amends 7 USC 1464, sec 201 (b)(2)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1570 subpart B; 7 CFR 1570 subpart C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Title 7, part 1570, subpart B will establish operational 
regulations for the Sunflowerseed Oil Assistance Program (SOAP). Title 
7, part 1570, subpart C will establish operational regulations for the 
Cottonseed Oil Assistance Program (COAP). These programs have been 
previously administered by the Foreign Agricultural Service through the 
issuance of announcements and invitations for offers. The regulations 
will replace the issued announcements for SOAP and COAP.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barry Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of 
Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
14th Street & Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA33
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
______________________________________________________________________

359. DIRECT CREDIT PROGRAMS (GSM-5, GSM-201, GSM-301) REGULATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  15 USC 714(c) to 714(f); 07 USC 17070; 07 USC 5602; 
07 USC 5621; 07 USC 5661; 07 USC 5662; 07 USC 5676

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1487; 7 CFR 1488; 7 CFR 1491; 7 CFR 1492

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule affects the regulations of the Commodity 
Credit Corporation (CCC) regarding the use of ``direct credit.'' The 
CCC is issuing this final rule which deletes the regulations for the 
noncommercial risk assurance programs (GSM-101) and amends the 
regulations for financing of sales of agricultural commodities (GSM-5), 
the CCC intermediate credit export sales program for breeding animals 
(GSM-201) and the CCC intermediate credit export sales program for 
foreign market development facilities (GSM-301). The amendments to the 
GSM-5, GSM-201 and GSM-301 Programs are made to incorporate material 
required by provisions of the Agricultural Trade Act of 1978, as 
amended by the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 
(P.L. 101-624).

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barry Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of 
Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
14th Street & Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-
6713

RIN: 0551-AA34
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
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360. EMERGING DEMOCRACIES AGRICULTURAL FACILITY GUARANTEE PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 5622 (b)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 17; 7 CFR 1493

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulations will provide the terms and conditions of 
obtaining a Commodity Credit Corporation Export Credit Guarantee for 
agricultural facility establishment or improvement in emerging 
democracies that will primarily promote the export of U.S. agricultural 
commodities.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/01/93                    58 FR 11786
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/01/93                [[Page 23102]] 
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/01/93


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CCC, since the publication of the interim rule, 
has developed the Facilities Guarantee Program operational 
requirements. CCC intends to issue these operational requirements as a 
guideline, as provided by the interim rule. Soon thereafter CCC will 
publish a proposed rule, with the same content as the guidelines with 
the intention of using this proposal as the framework for a final rule 
after a pilot test of the guidelines.

Agency Contact: Barry Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of 
Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
14th & Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA35
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
______________________________________________________________________

361. REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE FINANCING OF COMMERCIAL SALES OF 
AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES (P.L. 480 TITLE I PROGRAM)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1701 to 1705; 7 USC 1736 (a); 7 USC 1736 (c); 7 
USC 5676; EO 12220

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule would clarify the interim rule published 
Feb. 1, 1991 in response to the 1990 Food, Agriculture, Conservation, 
and Trade Act; it would change the basis for demurrage/despatch 
computations and the distribution of despatch; and it would limit 
brokerage payments to country agents and expand U.S. Government access 
to records. These actions would reduce the possibility of conflicts of 
interest, expedite loading of commodities, increase competition for 
ocean transportation and reduce ocean freight expenditures under the PL 
480 Title I program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/12/92                    57 FR 53607
NPRM Comment Period End         01/13/93
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barry D. Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department 
of Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
14th & Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA36
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
______________________________________________________________________

362. FOREIGN DONATION OF AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1431(b); 7 USC 1736(o)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1499

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would establish regulations governing the 
foreign donation of agricultural commodities by the Commodity Credit 
Corporation pursuant to Section 416 (b) of the Agricultural Act of 
1949, or the Food for Progress Act of 1985.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/14/94                     59 FR 6916
NPRM Comment Period End         04/15/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Barry Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of 
Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
Washington DC 20250-1000, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA38
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
______________________________________________________________________


363.  EXPORT BONUS PROGRAMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 5602; 7 USC 5651; 7 USC 5661 to 5662; 7 USC 
5676; 15 USC 714(c)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1494

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed amendment of the rule deletes the experience 
requirement for any interested person not currently qualified to 
participate in the EEP and/or DEIP. All new participants will receive 
bonus payments after demonstrating the entry of the eligible commodity 
into the eligible country. Once the new participant demonstrates entry, 
for any subsequent agreements payments of bonuses will be made on the 
submission of export documents.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/18/95                     60 FR 3564
NPRM Comment Period End         03/20/95
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Barry Abromovage, Regulatory Coordinator, Department of 
Agriculture, Foreign Agricultural Service, Room 4957 South Building, 
Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA40



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
______________________________________________________________________


364. REGULATIONS GOVERNING IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MARKET PROMOTION 
PROGRAM (MPP) OVERSEAS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1736; 7 CFR 1485

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/01/95                     60 FR 6352

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barry D. Abromovage, 202 720-6713

RIN: 0551-AA24
BILLING CODE 3410-10-F


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
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365. HYDROPOWER APPLICATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 551; 43 USC 1761

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251.54; 36 CFR 251.57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A revision of Agency procedures is needed to reduce confusion 
regarding the role of the Forest Service in permitting hydropower uses 
on National Forest System lands. The goal of the directives will be to 
establish procedures, compatible with the procedures of the Federal 
Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for obtaining various approvals and 
involvement of the Forest Service in a timely manner.
In addition, the directives will establish a fee system for hydropower 
uses as required by Title V, Section 501 of the Federal Land Policy and 
Management Act of 1976. A Notice of Proposed Policy was published 6/8/
84 and comments were received. The proposed policy will take those 
comments into account.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    10/00/95
Final Action Effective          11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA47
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

366. NATIONAL FOREST PROHIBITIONS; LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT 
ACTIVITIES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 472; 16 USC 551; 16 USC 683; 7 USC 1011(f); 16 
USC 1246(e); 16 USC 1133(c) to 1133(d)(1); 16 USC 559(a)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 261; 36 CFR 262

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulations at 36 CFR 261, subpart A, set out the acts 
prohibited on National Forest System (NFS) lands. These prohibitions 
derive from either statutes governing National Forest programs or other 
regulations. The regulations at Subpart B authorize Regional Foresters, 
Forest Supervisors, or Station Directors to close National Forest 
System lands under their jurisdiction to certain uses or to restrict 
some uses of NFS lands. These closures are issued by order. The 
regulations at 36 CFR Part 262 set out law enforcement support 
activities on a service-wide basis.
Comments on the first proposed rule are currently in the process of 
review and analysis, following the public review and comment period 
which expired May 18, 1994. Because of the high level of public 
interest in this rulemaking the agency has decided to issue a second 
proposed rule for comment.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    10/01/87
End Review                      08/01/88
NPRM                            02/16/94                     59 FR 7880
NPRM Comment Period End         05/18/94
Second NPRM                     10/00/95
Second NPRM Comment Period End  01/00/96
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: RIN 0596-AA65 was combined with RIN 0596-AA75

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA75
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
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367. REVISE SMALL TRACTS ACT REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 521(c) to 521(i)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 254, subpart C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Implementation of the Agency's Small Tracts regulations has 
revealed an inadvertent inconsistency between the regulations at 36 CFR 
254.35(f) and 254.41(a) and the legislative history of the Small Tracts 
Act of January 12, 1983. The regulations imply that the disposal of 
mineral fractions by sale can only be made in response to an 
application from an abutting landowner, thus discouraging the 
conveyance by sale to the public. The Act clearly authorizes sale of 
mineral fractions to the public through public sale, as well as 
individual applications, provided that certain conditions are met. The 
revisions will clarify the application of the Act to ensure that both 
individual applications and public sale are permissible means of 
disposing of qualifying tracts.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    10/00/95
Final Action Effective          11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA79
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
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368. ISOLATED CABIN POLICY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 477 to 482; 16 USC 551

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Agency policy is to terminate isolated cabin authorizations 
on National Forest System land that were constructed without advance 
authorization and subsequently authorized by special-use permit. These 
cabins are used for part- or full-time occupancy. These cabins differ 
from recreation residences which were established in tracts specific 
for this purpose and built with Agency approval and supervision. 
Isolated cabins originated in several ways, including encroachment and 
mining claims. They restrict management of the surrounding National 
Forest land and deprive the public from the use and enjoyment of the 
land actually occupied and the surrounding area. The action proposed is 
to seek input from the public as to whether the present 
[[Page 23104]] policy should be continued, or whether it should be 
revised so as to examine each isolated occupancy and determine whether, 
in the interest of fairness and equity, the cabin should be converted 
to a recreation residence. This proposal to revise current policy was 
originally included in proposed policy on recreation residences (RIN 
No. 0596-AB06).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA85
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

369. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL POLICY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 497; 43 USC 931(c)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A proposal for solid waste disposal is being developed to 
reflect changes which have occurred as a result of the Resource and 
Conservation Recovery Act, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, 
Compensation, and Liability Act, and an increased knowledge of solid 
waste disposal. The proposal would prohibit the authorization of new 
sites and provide for the phase-out of existing sites. During the phase 
out period authorizations would be amended to provide resource 
protection. Adoption of this policy would reduce administrative costs 
associated with administration of solid waste disposal sites, and 
protect the resources of the National Forest System lands. The proposal 
would impact 110 sites currently authorized.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/26/90                    55 FR 25990
ANPRM Withdrawn                 07/10/90                    55 FR 28258
NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Interim Final Rule              00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA92
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

370. IRREVOCABLE LETTER OF CREDIT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 472a; 16 USC 528 to 531; 16 USC 1600 et seq; 
12 USC 1 et seq

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In a 1987 court decision, a letter of credit issued in lieu 
of surety bond was found to be unenforceable because the person who 
signed the letter of credit did not have authority to do so and because 
the bank had violated State law in regard to limits of liability. To 
remedy this problem, the Forest Service is proposing to issue a 
requirement that the bank president certify as to the authority of the 
person signing the letter of credit and the conformance with State and 
Federal statutes. An automatic extension of the expiration date would 
also be required.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P. O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-
6090, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA93
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

371. TIMBER SALE PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BOND FORM REVISION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  31 USC 9301 to 9309; 31 USC 223 to 225

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Following a period of high-priced timber sales bid prior to 
1982, the Forest Service experienced a number of contract defaults on 
these sales. Subsequently, the Forest Service has had difficulty 
collecting from some sureties on the bonds guaranteeing performance on 
these sales. As part of a financial security initiative affecting 
future sales, the Forest Service is proposing to revise the payment and 
performance bonds to clarify surety's obligation in regard to what is 
being guaranteed, when payment is due in case of default, what 
additional charges will be assessed if payment is not made when due and 
when collection action may be suspended. Other alternatives include 
eliminating surety bonds as a form of security, reducing surety 
guarantee to mid-point and periodic payment and retention of current 
bond forms. Upon adoption the final revised bond forms will be issued 
for use by Forest Service Contracting and Fiscal Officers for future 
timber sale contracts. The former title, Surety Bond Form Revision, has 
been modified to more accurately reflect the content of the proposed 
rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/17/89                     54 FR 1742
NPRM Comment Period End         03/20/89
Second NPRM                     06/00/95
Second NPRM Comment Period End  09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Final action on this entry was delayed to 
obtain advice of the Comptroller General. Because of the lengthy delay 
this action will be published as proposed once more.

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA94


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Forest Service (FS)
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372. NATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1600 et seq; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 219

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will revise the regulations governing forest 
land and resource management planning to reflect agency experience in 
preparing initial forest plans as required by the National Forest 
Management Act. The rule will articulate and clarify the forest 
planning and decisionmaking process, propose ways to streamline plan 
amendment and revision, and, in general, adjust and fine tune the rule 
and its requirements to make the planning process more realistic, 
meaningful, and efficient.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/15/91                     56 FR 6508
NPRM                            04/13/95                    60 FR 18886
NPRM Comment Period End         07/12/95
Final Action                    04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB20
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
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373. DISPOSAL OF NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER; CANCELLATION OF TIMBER 
SALE CONTRACTS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  16 USC 551

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223.40; 36 CFR 223.116

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Current regulations governing cancellation of National Forest 
timber sale contracts do not adequately protect the Government's 
financial interests in the event the Forest Service is forced to cancel 
contracts due to events beyond its control arising from compliance with 
environmental statutes. This rulemaking would remove an unworkable 
compensation-of-damages formula, remove limits applicable to length of 
contract term, and establish a termination for environmental protection 
clause in timber sale contracts, a standard in most Federal procurement 
contracts.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 200090-
6090, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB21
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

374. CHANGE EMPHASIS AWAY FROM RESIDUAL VALUE APPRAISAL TO 
TRANSACTION EVIDENCE APPRAISAL AS THE PRIME METHOD OF APPRAISING NATIONAL 
FOREST TIMBER

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1600

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223.60

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The emphasis will be changed in 36 CFR 223.60 away from the 
Residual Value Appraisal method of appraising National Forest timber to 
the Transaction Evidence Appraisal method. The basic procedure will be 
the Transaction Evidence Appraisal system, except in Region 10 where 
Residual Value appraising will continue to be used in light of the two 
long-term contracts that are currently in place. Other uses of the 
Residual Value and other appraisal systems may be used subject to 
approval from the Chief of the Forest Service.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB26
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
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375. SPECIES SURPLUS TO DOMESTIC MANUFACTURING NEEDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 620 et seq

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223.200

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would amend 36 CFR 223.200, to list 
species proposed to be surplus to domestic manufacturing needs. This 
proposed rule would implement a portion of section 489(b) of the Forest 
Resources Conservation and Shortage Relief Act of 1990 (16 USC 620 et 
seq). Section 489(a) of the Act provides that no person who acquires 
unprocessed timber originating from Federal lands west of the 100th 
meridian in the contiguous 48 States may export such timber from the 
United States, or sell, trade, exchange or otherwise convey such timber 
from the United States, unless such timber has been determined under 
subsection (b) to be surplus to the needs of timber manufacturing 
facilities in the United States. Section 489(b) of the Act provides 
that the prohibition contained in section (a) shall not apply to 
specific quantities of grades and species of unprocessed timber 
originating in Federal lands which the Secretary concerned determines 
to be surplus to domestic manufacturing needs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB27


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Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23106]]
376. RETENTION OF DOWNPAYMENT ON TIMBER SALE CONTRACTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 472(a); 16 USC 618

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223.49

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Timber Sale Contract Payment Modification Act 
directs the Forest Service to require purchasers to make downpayments 
and periodic payment on timber sales. The objective of these 
requirements is to discourage speculative bidding on National Forest 
System timber sales. This rule will identify the requirements to hold 
downpayments until the timber sale contract is substantially completed.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/02/94                     59 FR 4879
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/04/94
NPRM                            08/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $10,000; Yearly Recurring Cost: 
$0

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB28
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

377. NATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM LAND AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING 
FOREST SERVICE MANUAL CHAPTER 1920

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1600 et seq

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed manual policy would incorporate all direction 
for land and resource management planning into one Forest Service 
Manual chapter (FSM 1920). The proposed policy would clarify how the 
revised land and resource management planning regulations at 36 CFR 219 
will be implemented. The proposal will focus on implementation of 
forest plans: monitoring, evaluation, amendment, and revision of forest 
plans; and clarifying the relationship between forest planning and 
project decisionmaking. (See entry for RIN 0596-AB20.)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/96
Final Action                    08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB31
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

378. USE OF FIXED ANCHORS FOR ROCK CLIMBING IN WILDERNESS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1121; 16 USC 1131 to 1136

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 261.16; 36 CFR 293.9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The sport of rock climbing is often accomplished by using 
fixed, rather than removable, metal bolts and anchors. These bolts are 
considered permanent improvements when installed. These improvements 
may detract from the wilderness experience and are not compatible with 
management of the wilderness resource. The Forest Service proposes to 
reduce impacts on the wilderness resource by prohibiting all use of 
fixed anchors in the wilderness.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/96
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/96
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $0; Yearly Recurring Cost: 
$1,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1992

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB33
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

379. COLLECTION OF REIMBURSABLE COSTS FOR PROCESSING SPECIAL-USE 
APPLICATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION OF SPECIAL-USE AUTHORIZATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1764; 30 USC 181

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The objective of this proposal is to incorporate into 
regulation the authority contained in the Mineral Leasing Act and the 
Federal Land Policy and Management Act to reimburse the United States 
for reasonable administrative costs associated with the issuance and 
administration of special-use authorizations on National Forest System 
lands.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95
Interim Final Rule              09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Cost reimbursement for processing special-use 
applications and administration of special-use authorizations was 
originally included under RIN 0596-AA36. All provisions pertaining to 
the special-use application and administration process have been merged 
with RIN 0596-AB35. Thus, this rulemaking addresses only the cost-
reimbursement provisions.

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB36


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23107]]
380. EXERCISE OF OUTSTANDING MINERAL RIGHTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 478; 16 USC 1613; 30 USC 181; 30 USC 228; 43 
USC 1740

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 228, subpart F

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, December 24, 1992.

Abstract: This subpart will set forth the rules by which the Forest 
Service will carry out its statutory responsibilities for the 
management of oil and gas operations involving outstanding mineral 
rights on National Forest System lands within the Allegheny National 
Forest. These rules will, as required by the energy bill, PL 102-486, 
identify that information an owner of outstanding mineral rights must 
submit to the Forest Service 60 days prior to beginning operations and 
how the Forest Service will review such information.
The Forest Service did not consider other alternatives because these 
regulations are mandated by law. Public costs are insignificant but 
public benefits could be substantial in that Forest Service and 
industry cooperation should be enhanced.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/95
Interim Final Rule              01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB38
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

381. SMITH RIVER NATIONAL RECREATION AREA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 460bbb(6); 16 USC 478; 16 USC 551

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 292, subpart G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This subpart will set forth the rules by which the Forest 
Service will carry out its statutory responsibilities for the 
management of mineral operations on National Forest System lands within 
the Smith River National Recreation Area, Six Rivers National Forest. 
These rules will, as required by the Smith River National Recreation 
Area Act (PL 102-612), promote and protect recreation opportunities but 
still allow for mineral operations to take place. The Forest Service 
did not consider other alternatives because these regulations are 
mandated by law. Public costs are insignificant, but the public 
benefits could be substantial in that Forest Service and industry 
cooperation should be enhanced.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Interim Final Rule              03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB39
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

382. INDICES TO DETERMINE MARKET-RELATED TERM ADDITIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 618(b)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 233.52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Based on General Accounting Office Testimony Report Number T-
RCED-92-58, 04/28/92, the Secretary of Agriculture agreed to reexamine 
the use of the Bureau of Labor Statistics unadjusted indices to 
determine whether wood product prices showed a drastic decline. The 
Secretary of Agriculture indicated the Forest Service would develop and 
publish for comment a proposed rule to use an alternative method to 
determine whether wood prices have drastically declined and warrant 
granting of a Market-Related Contract Term Addition. The proposed 
rulemaking would use seasonally adjusted producer price indices, 
adjusted to a constant dollar base, where available, to determine 
whether a drastic reduction in wood product prices has occurred. The 
title of this proposed rule has been changed from ``Market-Related Term 
Additions'' in order to distinguish it from RIN 0596-AB41 which has a 
similar title.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB40
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

383. MARKET-RELATED TERM ADDITIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 618(b)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223.50; 36 CFR 223.53 (New)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Based on General Accounting Office Testimony Report Number T-
RCED-92-58, 04/28/92, the Secretary of Agriculture agreed to reexamine 
the use of the Bureau of Labor Statistics unadjusted indices to 
determine whether wood product prices have shown a drastic decline. The 
Secretary of Agriculture indicated the Forest Service would develop and 
publish for comment a proposed rule to use an alternative method to 
determine whether wood prices have drastically declined and warrant 
granting of a Market-Related Contract Term Addition. The proposed 
rulemaking will propose using seasonally adjusted producer price 
indices, adjusted to a constant dollar base, where available, to 
determine whether a drastic reduction in wood product prices has 
occurred.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96
Final Action Effective          01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23108]] 

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB41
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

384. PRIVATE SALE OF GOLDEN EAGLE PASSPORTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 551; 16 USC 472; 16 USC 4601 to 4606(a); 16 
USC 1281(d); 16 USC 1246(i); 16 USC 1133(b); 31 USC 9701; PL 103-66

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 291

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1993 authorizes the private 
sale of Golden Eagle Passports. The Act also directs that such sales 
will be subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretaries of 
Agriculture and Interior may jointly prescribe including detailed 
guidelines for promotional advertising, compliance monitoring, and 
withholding the cost of sales not to exceed eight percent. The purpose 
of this regulation is to establish the terms and conditions for the 
private sale of Golden Eagle Passports.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/96
NPRM Comment Period End         04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $10,000; Yearly Recurring Cost: 
$10,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1994

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB44
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

385. APPEAL OF DECISIONS RELATING TO OCCUPANCY AND USE OF NATIONAL 
FOREST SYSTEM LANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 472; 16 USC 551

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251 subpart C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Management decisions made regarding programs with Small 
Business Administration (FSM 2436, and FSH 2409.18 Ch. 90) have been 
appealed using 36 CFR 217 in the past. The actual compatibility between 
the type of decisions being made and this appeal rule has been tenuous 
because these decisions do not have the potential to affect the 
environment. 36 CFR 215 is now in effect and is clearly even less of an 
appropriate fit.
Therefore this proposed rule would amend 36 CFR 251 to provide an 
appeal process appropriate for the decisions being made with regard to 
small business programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
Begin Review                    06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB45
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

386. SALE AND DISPOSAL OF NATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM TIMBER; EXTENSION 
OF TIMBER SALE CONTRACTS TO PERMIT URGENT REMOVAL OF OTHER TIMBER

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 472a

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223.50; 36 CFR 223.53

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule and policy change will provide for extension of 
National Forest System (NFS) timber sale contracts when such extension 
will permit the prompt removal and utilization of non-NFS owned timber 
damaged by catastrophic events. The change will define the 
responsibilities of the parties for requesting and approving such 
extensions and specify when such extension should be approved. This 
change will also allow for the use of scarce timber resources and the 
recovery of economic benefits from timber that might otherwise be lost 
because of contractual obligations to harvest undamaged timber.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00
Final Action Effective          00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB48
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

387. SKI AREA PERMIT FEE SYSTEM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 99-522; 16 USC 497b

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251.57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Forest Service proposes to change its method for 
determining special use permit fees charged to ski areas from the 
current Graduated Rate Fee System to a system based on fair market 
value. The proposed fee system will be less expensive to administer and 
will meet the statutory and regulatory requirements that fees be based 
on fair market value.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95
Interim Final Rule              00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box [[Page 23109]] 96090, Washington, 
DC 20090-6090, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB49
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________


388.  DISPOSAL OF NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER: TIMBER SALE 
CONTRACT REVISIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 94-588; 16 USC 472a; 16 USC 528; 15 USC 631

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223, subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed policy would revise the 2400-6 and the 2400-6T 
timber sale contracts currently used by the Forest Service to sell 
National Forest System timber. The proposed timber sale contracts 
included as part of the proposed policy, would reflect recent court 
decisions and recent natural resource and environmental legislation and 
would clarify the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of the 
contracting parties. The proposed policy would address specific 
ambiguities and weaknesses in the current contract that have generated 
costly litigation in the past between the Government and the purchaser 
and would address the concerns regarding timber theft and log 
accountability.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB52



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

389. 36 CFR PART 222 SUBPART A: MANAGEMENT OF GRAZING USE WITHIN 
RANGELAND ECOSYSTEMS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1011; 16 USC 472; 16 USC 551; 16 USC 572; 16 
USC 580g; 16 USC 580h; 16 USC 5801; 16 USC 1600 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 
USC 1901 to 1903; 43 USC 1751; 43 USC 1752

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 222, subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking seeks to strengthen management of National 
Forest System rangelands by revising provisions for livestock grazing, 
improving program efficiency, and clarifying regulatory language. It 
will address a variety of subjects, including ecosystem management, 
livestock management prescriptions, grazing permit provisions to 
promote good stewardship, unauthorized use, grazing permit grant 
policy, minimum permit size, fees for processing charges, debarment, 
and national goals and objectives.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/16/88                    53 FR 30954
NPRM Comment Period End         10/17/88                    53 FR 30954
ANPRM                           08/13/93                    58 FR 43202
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/20/93                    58 FR 43202
NPRM - Second                   04/28/94                    59 FR 22074
NPRM Comment Period End         07/28/94
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA35
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

390. INDIAN ALLOTMENTS ON NATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM LANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 472; 16 USC 551; 16 USC 1603; 43 USC 1740; 25 
USC 337

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 254, subpart D (New)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule sets forth Forest Service procedures and role in 
the regulation of Indian allotments on National Forest System land. The 
Indian Allotment Act, as amended, authorizes the Secretary of the 
Interior to make allotments of National Forest System lands to Indians 
for homesteading and agricultural and grazing purposes. The Forest 
Service has relied upon USDI rules and procedures at 43 CFR 2533 to 
govern its involvement in Indian allotment cases. Litigation and a 
decision by the Interior Board of Land Appeals indicate the need for 
the Forest Service to set forth its own regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/22/87                    52 FR 23473
NPRM Comment Period End         07/22/87
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA52
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

391. LAND USES AND PROHIBITIONS; NONCOMMERCIAL GROUP USES

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  16 USC 472; 16 USC 551; 16 USC 1134; 16 USC 3210; 30 
USC 185; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1761 to 1771

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251; 36 CFR 261

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A Federal District Court has ruled that existing regulations 
discriminate against groups who wish to gather on National Forests to 
exercise their first amendment rights of assembly and free speech. The 
proposed rule will seek to remove ambiguities regarding these first-
amendment rights. [[Page 23110]] 
The Agency is reviewing the rules of other Federal land managing 
agencies for possible approaches and is considering establishing 
separate rules for authorizing short-term, noncommercial uses of 
National Forests.
There will be no additional costs as a result of the proposed rule 
change. The benefit will be that the Forest Service will be able to 
adequately regulate large-group use of the National Forests in a manner 
that ensures protection of the public health and safety and National 
Forest resources.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/06/93                    58 FR 26940
NPRM Comment Period End         08/04/93
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA80
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

392. FEDERAL TIMBER EXPORT AND SUBSTITUTION RESTRICTIONS 
(COMPREHENSIVE REVISION)

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  16 USC 620 to 620j

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223, subpart B; 36 CFR 223, subpart C; 36 CFR 
223, subpart D; 36 CFR 223, subpart F; 36 CFR 261, subpart A

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 20, 1991.

Abstract: These rules are necessary to carry out the restrictions 
placed on the export of unprocessed timber from Federal lands and the 
restrictions on the direct and indirect purchasing of Federal logs to 
be used in substitution for the export of unprocessed timber 
originating from private lands. The rules are mandated by the Forest 
Resources Conservation and Shortage Relief Act of August 20, 1990. The 
Act calls for various rules to be issued. The agency anticipates 
several rulemakings to achieve implementation of the act.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/20/90                    55 FR 48572
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/20/90
Comprehensive  NPRM 01/29/91 (56 FR 3354)  NPRM Comment Period End 03/
15/91  Final Action 04/00/95  Final Action Effective 04/00/95

Limited Scope  NPRM 01/29/91 (56 FR 3375)  NPRM Comment Period End 02/
05/91  Final Action 12/00/95  Final Action Effective 12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P. O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-
6090, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB22
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

393. STATE AND PRIVATE FORESTRY ASSISTANCE STEWARDSHIP INCENTIVE 
PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 2101 et seq

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 230

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule would incorporate any changes resulting from 
public comments on the interim rule published December 4, 1991. The 
interim rule established the interim procedures for administration of 
the Stewardship Incentive Program. The Program is intended to encourage 
private landowners, through cost-share assistance, to manage their 
forest lands for economic, environmental, and social benefits. Only two 
alternatives were considered in detail: (1) to implement the Program in 
accordance with 16 USC 2101, et seq, and (2) not to implement the 
Program, in which case there would be no accelerated program for 
multiple resource management on nonindustrial private forest lands. The 
overall effects of the Program over time will be environmentally 
beneficial by enhancing wetlands, wildlife habitat, forest health, 
forest productivity, and recreation. The Program will help meet future 
demand for commodity and noncommodity forest resources. There are no 
potential negative impacts anticipated for the Program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/04/91                    56 FR 63581
Interim Final Rule Public 
Comment Period End              01/21/92
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB32
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

394. SPECIAL-USE APPLICATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION OF SPECIAL-USE 
AUTHORIZATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1764; 31 USC 483(a); 30 USC 181; 16 USC 551

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Forest Service proposes to amend the regulations 
governing the use and occupancy of National Forest System lands to 
minimize application expenses, streamline and make more efficient 
environmental analysis of special use proposals, provide the ability to 
use one-time payments for easements as presently used in the 
marketplace, limit certain liability requirements to amounts determined 
by a risk assessment, make certain definitions more explicit, and 
clarify direction on renewal of existing special use regulations. The 
intended effect is to reduce costs to proponents and the agency, 
expedite decisionmaking, and administer authorizations in a more ``user 
friendly'' manner by removing certain requirements deemed unnecessary 
and/or outdated.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/14/92                    57 FR 36618
NPRM Comment Period End         09/28/92
Final Action                    05/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box [[Page 23111]] 96090, Washington, 
DC 20090-6090, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB35
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

395. OCCUPANCY AND USE OF DEVELOPED SITES AND AREAS OF CONCENTRATED 
PUBLIC USE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 551; 16 USC 472; 16 USC 4601 to 4606(a); 16 
USC 1281(d); 16 USC 1246 (i); 16 USC 1133 (b); 31 USC 9701; PL 103-66

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 291

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1993 authorizes admission 
fees at National Recreation Areas, National Monuments, National 
Volcanic Monuments, National Scenic Areas, and no more than 21 areas of 
concentrated public use. Currently 36 CFR 291.9 does not reflect the 
new authority to charge fees at the 21 areas of concentrated public 
use. This final rule is a technical amendment to reflect this new 
authority. The admission fees are expected to return about five million 
dollars to the Treasury when fully implemented. Costs to collect the 
fees are estimated at $1.24 million annually. States and counties will 
receive 25 percent of the fee collections.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $1,000,000; Yearly Recurring 
Cost: $1,250,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1994

Sectors Affected:  None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB43
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

396. ANIMAL DAMAGE MANAGEMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 426 to 426b; PL 100-202; 16 USC 1536

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 2.51(41); 40 CFR 1508.16; 40 CFR 1508.15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final policy will replace current Agency procedures for 
implementing the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding between 
the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)-Animal Damage 
Control unit and the Forest Service. This policy will clarify the role 
and responsibility of the Forest Service in coordinating with APHIS on 
animal damage management and in cooperating with APHIS in discharging 
the Federal obligations to manage wild vertebrates causing damage on 
National Forest System lands under the Animal Damage Control Act of 
1931. This policy will address which agency has the lead agency 
responsibility for preparing environmental documentation on animal 
damage management activities initiated by APHIS on National Forest 
System Lands.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/13/94                    59 FR 30334
NPRM Comment Period End         08/12/94
Final Action                    05/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB47
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

397.  FEE SCHEDULES FOR COMMUNICATION USES ON NATIONAL 
FOREST SYSTEM LANDS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1764

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Forest Service is adopting a final policy and revised fee 
schedule for determining annual rental charges for communication uses 
authorized on National Forest System lands in the Western United States 
in Forest Service Regions 1-6. The fee schedule was developed jointly 
with the Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management. This final 
policy adopts a revised fee schedule for all categories of 
communications uses on National Forest System lands and replaces 
existing Regional fee schedules adopted in 1989 and modified in 1992. 
This final policy completes the agency's efforts to establish annual 
rental charges that are based on sound business management practices 
and reflect fair market value, as required by Title V of the Federal 
Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, the Independent Offices 
Appropriation Act of 1952, and the Office of Management and Budget 
Circular A-25.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/93                    58 FR 37840
NPRM Comment Period End         10/12/93
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB51
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________


398.  OUTFITTING AND GUIDING PERMITS AND FEES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 551; 31 USC 9701; 31 USC 1111; EO 8248; EO 
11541; 16 USC 4601

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Forest Service is adopting final agency policy for 
issuing and administering permits and assessing fees for outfitting and 
guiding activities on National Forest System lands. This final policy 
addresses comments on the interim policy published for notice and 
comment in 1990 (55 FR 14445) and concerns expressed in GAO reviews. 
This policy clarifies requirements and provides greater consistency in 
permit administration. Approximately 2,800 outfitting and guide permits 
are in effect each year.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/15/90    55 FR 14445 [[Page 23112]] 
NPRM Comment Period End         05/15/90
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, Regulatory Officer, Department of 
Agriculture, Forest Service, P.O. Box 96090, Washington, DC 20090-6090, 
703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB53



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

399. PROHIBITION ON MECHANICAL TRANSPORT AND OTHER ACTIVITIES IN 
WILDERNESS

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 293.6(a); 36 CFR 261

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action planned 
within the next 12 months.      03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AA39
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

400. PRE-AWARD INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 223.101

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action planned in 
the next 12 months.             03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB03
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

401. 36 CFR 222 RANGE MANAGEMENT, SUBPART C GRAZING FEES

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 222.50; 36 CFR 222.51; 36 CFR 222.52

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/03/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB42
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________

402. USE OF BAIT IN HUNTING

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 251.50; 36 CFR 261.11; 36 CFR 261.58(v); 36 CFR 
261.58(cc)

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/20/95                    60 FR 14720
Final Action Effective          03/20/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB46
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Forest Service (FS)
______________________________________________________________________


403. 36 CFR 222 RANGE MANAGEMENT; SUBPART C; 222.51 GRAZING FEES IN 
THE WEST; (J) QUALIFICATION CRITERIA

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 222

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/03/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marian P. Connolly, 703 235-1488

RIN: 0596-AB50
BILLING CODE 3410-11-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Chief Financial Officer (OCFO)
______________________________________________________________________


404. AUDITS OF STATE, LOCAL, AND INDIAN TRIBAL GOVERNMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 31 USC 7505

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3015; 7 CFR 3016; 7 CFR 3050

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Consolidates and revises USDA's policy for audits of State, 
local and Indian Tribal Governments.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Allen Johnson, Acting Director, Department of 
Agriculture, Office of Chief Financial Officer, Rm 4094 South Building, 
14th & Independence Ave SW., Washington DC 20250, 202 720-8345

RIN: 0505-AA09
BILLING CODE 3410-KS-F


[[Page 23113]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the General Counsel (OGC)
______________________________________________________________________


405.  RULES OF PRACTICE

Legal Authority:  18 USC 207j; 5 USC 301; 7 USC 291 to 292; 7 USC 499; 
7 USC 1621 et seq; 7 USC 1622; 7 USC 1624; 7 USC 2321; 7 USC 2326; 7 
USC 2352; 7 USC 2353; 7 USC 228(a)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1.130 to 1.151; 7 CFR 1.160 to 1.175; 7 CFR 47.1 
to 47.25; 7 CFR 47.46; 7 CFR 47.1; 7 CFR 47.2(a) to 47.2(h); 7 CFR 
47.47 to 47.68; 9 CFR 202.101 to 202.123

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the Rules of Practice Governing Formal 
Adjudicatory Proceedings Instituted by the Secretary Under Various 
Statutes, the Rule of Practice Governing Cease and Desist Proceedings 
Under Section 2 of the Capper-Volstead Act, the Rules of Practice Under 
the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, and the Rules of Practice 
Applicable to Reparation Proceedings Under the Packers and Stockyards 
Act. This action provides that conferences shall be conducted by 
telephone or correspondence, hearings shall be conducted by audio-
visual telecommunication, and depositions shall be conducted either in 
the manner agreed to by the parties or by telephone, unless the person 
conducting the proceeding determines that the conference, hearing, or 
deposition may be conducted by some other means. This action also 
provides for the use of recordings of hearings and depositions and the 
exchange of written narrative statements of the direct testimony prior 
to hearings to be conducted by telephone.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/25/94                     59 FR 9114
NPRM Comment Period End         04/26/94                     59 FR 9114
NPRM Comment Period Extension   06/22/94                    59 FR 32138
NPRM Comment Period End         07/22/94
Final Action                    02/14/95                     60 FR 8446

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Mary Hobbie, Assistant General Counsel, Trade Practices 
Division, Department of Agriculture, Office of the General Counsel, 
Room 2446 South Agriculture Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-
5293

RIN: 0510-AA00
BILLING CODE 3410-KS-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (AgSEC)
______________________________________________________________________

406. SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE 
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-194 Ethics Reform Act; EO 12674 Ethical 
Conduct for Government Officers and Employees

CFR Citation:  05 CFR 2635

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulations will supplement Governmentwide ethical 
conduct regulations issued by the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) in 
August 1992. The OGE must approve USDA's supplementation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Gary M. Whitaker, Acting Director, Employee Relations 
Division, Department of Agriculture, Office of the Secretary, AG Box 
9616, Washington, DC 20250-9616, 202 720-3327

RIN: 0503-AA05
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (AgSEC)
______________________________________________________________________


407. GRANTS AND AGREEMENTS WITH INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, 
HOSPITALS AND OTHER NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  31 USC 1111

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3019

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation establishes the administrative requirements 
for Federal grants and agreements to institutions of higher education, 
hospitals and non-profit organizations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gerald Miske, Supervisory Program Analyst, Department 
of Agriculture, Office of the Secretary, Room 3031 South Building, 14th 
and Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-1553

RIN: 0503-AA10



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (AgSEC)
______________________________________________________________________

408. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM: FORFEITURE AND DENIAL OF PROPERTY RIGHTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 271.5

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/11/94                    59 FR 51353
Final Action Effective          11/10/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Tom Martin, 202 720-4401

RIN: 0503-AA07


______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (AgSEC)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23114]]
409. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE 
AGREEMENTS TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3016

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/19/95                    60 FR 19638
Final Action Effective          05/19/95                    60 FR 19638

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Gerald Miske, 202 720-1553

RIN: 0503-AA08
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (AgSEC)
______________________________________________________________________


410. DESIGNATION OF RURAL EMPOWERMENT ZONES AND ENTERPRISE 
COMMUNITIES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 25

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/03/95                     60 FR 6945
Final Action Effective          03/08/95                     60 FR 6945

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Beverly Gillot, 202 690-2516

RIN: 0503-AA09
BILLING CODE 3410-90-F



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

411. ALCOHOL FUELS CREDIT IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart A; 7 CFR 1980 subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is to implement a new program provided for in PL 
102-341. The program will provide guaranteed lines of credit, where an 
emergency has been declared, for the purchase of grain for the 
production of alcohol fuel at cooperative facilities as necessary to 
meet deliveries under contract. The legislation provides for a program 
level of $30,000,000 to remain available until expended but not beyond 
Fiscal Year 2009. Plans are to implement the program through a revision 
of the existing regulations for the Business and Industry (B&I) 
Guaranteed Loan program, using the forms and procedures of the B&I 
program to the extent that they are appropriate.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $0; Yearly Recurring Cost: $0

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA01
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

412. LOCAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND PLANNING GRANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 7 USC 1926

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 4284; 7 CFR 1951

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Utilities Service proposes this action to add a new 
regulation implementing a grant program to fund local technical 
assistance and planning activities in rural areas for the purpose of 
improving economic conditions in the areas. Grants will be available to 
public bodies and nonprofit organizations. This action is necessary to 
comply with P.L. 101-624. Grants may be used for technical assistance 
and training for small businesses, identifying and analyzing business 
opportunities in rural areas, establishing business support centers, 
conducting local or multi-county economic development planning, 
coordination of economic development activities, and leadership 
development training of local government officials.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA05
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

413. COMMUNITY FACILITY LOANS: RECREATION AND TOURISM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1932 note; 12 USC 301; 7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 
7 USC 301; 16 USC 1005

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980; 7 CFR 1942; 7 CFR 1948

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing regulations for Community Facility Loan Program, 
Business and Industry Loan Program and Intermediary Relending Program 
all prohibit loans for recreational facilities. Recognizing that 
recreation and tourism can be an important tool for economic 
development in some rural areas, Rural Utilities Service is proposing 
to remove the prohibition on loans for such facilities from all three 
programs. This will allow the three programs to be potential sources of 
financing for rural recreational facilities when other program 
requirements are met.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Local [[Page 23115]] 

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB78 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA14
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________


414. CIVIL RIGHTS POLICIES APPLICABLE TO REA BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1790

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action provides REA borrowers with access to the 
requirements of Title VI, Section 504, and the Age Discrimination Act, 
which apply directly to the operation of their programs and activities. 
REA Bulletin 20-19:320-19, entitled Nondiscrimination Among 
Beneficiaries of REA Programs will be rescinded upon publication of the 
final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0572-AA75 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and Cooperative 
Development Service, 14th & Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South 
Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0570-AA17



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

415. RURAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1932; PL 101-624

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 4284; 7 CFR 1940; 7 CFR 1951; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 CFR 
2.70

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, May 28, 1991.
The Extension Service had $1 million for the program in its FY '93 
budget and has funds for FY '94.

Abstract: This action will add a new regulation implementing a grant 
program to fund the establishment and operation of centers for rural 
technology or cooperative development. Grants will be available to 
public bodies and nonprofit organizations. This action is necessary to 
comply with PL 101-624. An aim of this program is to stimulate 
nonfederal participation in economic development activities and allow 
grant funds to reach a broad range of rural economic development 
efforts.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/12/94                    59 FR 41836
Final Action                    05/30/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA02
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

416. RURAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE GRANTS AND TELEVISION DEMONSTRATION 
GRANTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-552; 7 USC 1927; 7 USC 1939 (c)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1942 subpart G; 7 CFR 4284 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The provision of technical assistance and training to rural 
communities for the purpose of improving passenger transportation 
services or facilities; to revise the definition for small and emerging 
private business enterprise to agree with the program size standards 
established by the Small Business Administration; to clarify certain 
administrative regulatory guidelines in order to effect improved 
program administration; and also authorizes grants for educational 
purposes and distance learning networks.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

RBEG Interim Final Rule Provide 
educational/job training 
instruction.                    05/23/94                    59 FR 26585
NPRM                            08/09/94                    59 FR 40478
NPRM Comment Period End         09/08/94
Final Action                    06/30/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA08
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

417. RURAL BUSINESS LOAN STREAMLINING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980; 7 CFR 4279

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: New regulations for the program known as the Business and 
Industry guaranteed loan program will be more user friendly for 
lenders, borrowers, and Agency staff. The [[Page 23116]] regulations 
will be shorter, better organized, and more simple and clear. Many 
documentation requirements will be eliminated or consolidated into more 
convenient formats. Analysis and processing responsibilities will be 
shifted from the National Office to field offices and from the Agency 
to lenders. Eligible users of the program will be expanded. This will 
allow for improved service to the public through faster processing and 
funding of applications. It will provide for an expanded program with 
increased impact on rural employment without a corresponding expansion 
in Agency staff.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA09
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

418. 1980-E BUSINESS AND INDUSTRIAL LOAN PROGRAM--AUDIT 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will reduce the burden on business and industry 
guaranteed loan program borrowers by revising the requirements for 
financial statements and allowing our borrowers to provide unaudited 
financial statements instead of audits.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14371
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94                    59 FR 14371
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB37 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA11
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

419. RURAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE GRANTS AND TV DEMONSTRATION GRANTS; 
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING GRANTS; NONPROFIT NATIONAL CORPORATIONS 
LOAN AND GRANT PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624, sec 2375 (e)

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1942 subpart G; 7 CFR 1942 subpart J; 7 CFR 1980 
subpart G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amend subject regulations to prohibit duplication of 
technical assistance grant funding provided by Forest Service (FS).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/16/94                    59 FR 12200
NPRM Comment Period End         04/15/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB53 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA12
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

420. BUSINESS AND INDUSTRIAL INTEREST BUYDOWN

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 7 USC 301; PL 103-50

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will implement a provision of Public Law 103-50, 
which authorizes an interest rate buydown for certain business and 
industry loans guaranteed through FY 1994 in areas affected by 
Hurricanes Andrew and Iniki and Typhoon Omar. Lenders must limit the 
interest rate charged to prime plus 100 basis points. The Government 
will pay one percentage point of interest on the loan to the lender, 
thereby reducing the effective rate paid by the borrower. This action 
is intended to assist with economic recovery in the disaster areas.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/02/94                    59 FR 28465
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB69 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA13
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

421. INTERMEDIARY RELENDING PROGRAM REWRITE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1932 note; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1948

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory package is an initiative to enhance the 
program through revisions based on experience with operation of the 
program. The primary changes under consideration include the following: 
(1) Provide clarifications as to which requirements apply only to Rural 
Utilities Service (RUS) Intermediary Relending Program (IRP) loan funds 
and which apply to everything in the IRP revolving funds, (2) Authorize 
State Offices to accept and process applications, (3) Clarify 
conditions under which an intermediary that does not have lending 
experience may qualify, (4) Provide that proposed intermediaries that 
are delinquent on a Federal debt are not eligible, (5) Authorize loans 
for refinancing and prohibit loans for housing, (6) Provide general 
guidelines [[Page 23117]] for interest rates and terms of loan to 
ultimate recipients, (7) Provide that intermediaries may receive a 
series of subsequent loans of up to $1 million each and raise the 
ceiling on loans to an ultimate recipient to $250,000, (8) Provision 
for a reserve for debts of 15 percent of the intermediary's portfolio, 
(9) Allow intermediaries to draw up to 25 percent of their loan at loan 
closing, (10) Revise application requirements to eliminate some items, 
provide more detail (cont)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule to raise loan 
limit from 2 million to 4 
million                         05/12/94                    59 FR 24635
NPRM                            01/18/95                     60 FR 3566
NPRM Comment Period End         03/20/95                     60 FR 3566
Final Action                    08/22/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB83 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.
ABSTRACT CONT: and provide for streamlined subsequent loan 
applications. (11) Adjust the priority point scoring system. (12) 
Provide guidelines for RUS concurrence in proposed loans to ultimate 
recipients.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA15
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________

422. BUSINESS AND INDUSTRIAL LOAN PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 7 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1980 subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Utilities Service proposes to amend its Business 
and Industry loan servicing regulations. The action is necessary to 
clarity the procedure for categorizing and classifying loans according 
to payment frequency criteria. The intended affect is to clarify 
procedures for classifying and categorizing loan payment history.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/24/94                    59 FR 32660
NPRM Comment Period End         08/23/94                    59 FR 32660
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB84 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and 
Cooperative Development Service, Room 6348 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA16
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________


423. RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LOAN AND GRANT PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1703 B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) is proposing 
to add a new provision to the selection of projects to be funded under 
the existing program. The new provision will enhance the potential for 
funding for applications from areas that : (1) were recently designated 
by the President as a natural disaster area; (2) have experienced 
severe economic dislocation due to the loss, removal, or closing of a 
major source of employment; (3) have experienced long-term and severe 
economic deterioration, demonstrated by severe unemployment or a high 
percentage of population out-migration; and (4) have been designated as 
a Rural Empowerment Zone or Rural Enterprise Community.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/28/94                    59 FR 38377
NPRM Comment Period End         08/29/94
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0572-AB04 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Business and Cooperative 
Development Service, 14th & Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South 
Building, Washington, DC 20250-1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0570-AA18



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Business and Cooperative Development Service (RBCDS)
______________________________________________________________________


424. FEDERAL-STATE RESEARCH ON COOPERATIVES PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 4285

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/28/94                    59 FR 38342

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0570-AA10
BILLING CODE 3410-07-F


[[Page 23118]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

425. LOAN SECURITY DOCUMENTS--TELEPHONE PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1744, subpart D

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This new rule provides information on the loan security 
documents borrowers are required to execute and includes as appendixes 
REA's standard forms of loan contract, note, and mortgage.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA30
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

426. WHOLESALE CONTRACTS FOR THE PURCHASE AND SALE OF ELECTRIC 
POWER AND ENERGY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; PL 99-591

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1717.300 to 1717.349

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation revises REA policies and procedures relating 
to wholesale power contracts.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/21/90                    55 FR 38930
NPRM Comment Period End         11/20/90
NPRM                            08/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/95
Final Action Effective          09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA41
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

427. REVISION OF TELECOMMUNICATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR 
APPROVAL OF STANDARDS, SPECIFICATIONS, CONTRACT FORMS, AND DRAWINGS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1755

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will update, consolidate, and clarify REA 
policies and procedures relating to approvals of REA standards, 
specifications, equipment contract forms, manual selections, and 
drawings, and REA acceptances of materials and equipment for use on 
REA-financed telephone facilities.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA45
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

428. ELECTRIC SYSTEM PLANNING AND DESIGN--POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1724

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will codify and update Agency policies and 
procedures for the planning and design of electrical systems of REA 
borrowers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA48
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

429. MARGIN STABILIZATION PLANS AND REVENUE AND EXPENSE DEFERRALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1767, subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will set forth procedures that borrowers must 
follow to obtain approval of margin stabilization plans and revenue and 
expense deferrals. The rule will implement provisions of Statement of 
Financial Accounting Standards No. 71, Accounting for the Effects of 
Certain Types of Regulation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: An Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on 
this subject was published November 7, 1988, at 53 FR 44887 as 7 CFR 
part 1718. As part of RUS's project to simplify and clarify Agency 
regulations, it has been redesignated as shown above.

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA50


______________________________________________________________________


______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23119]]
430. SPECIFICATION FOR FIBER OPTIC SPLICE CLOSURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1755

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: REA proposes to issue a specification for fiber optic splice 
closures which would describe the mechanical and electrical 
requirements that ensure safe, reliable, and cost effective closures 
for REA telephone borrowers. Specific references to appropriate 
industry standards would be incorporated. Detailed product evaluation 
procedures will be covered where industry specifications are not 
available.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA62
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

431. REA SPECIFICATION FOR MECHANICAL FIBER OPTIC SPLICES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1755

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: REA proposes to issue a specification for mechanical fiber 
optic splices which describes the mechanical and electrical 
requirements that insure safe, reliable, and cost effective splices for 
use by REA telephone borrowers. Specific references to industry 
standards will be incorporated. Product evaluation procedures will be 
specified where industry specifications are not available.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA64
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

432. RESCISSION OF REA BULLETINS 345-13, 345-29, 345-75, AND 345-
178 --TELEPHONE PROGRAM REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1755

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: REA withdraws and rescinds four specifications for telephone 
materials and equipment which are obsolete due to innovations in 
technology.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/01/89                    54 FR 46071
NPRM Comment Period End         01/02/90
Second NPRM                     04/00/95
Second NPRM Comment Period End  05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA66
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

433. ELECTRIC STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR MATERIALS AND 
CONSTRUCTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1728

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation provides REA borrowers and the public with 
specifications for material and equipment as a complement to the list 
of construction standards and specifications incorporated by reference.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA67
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

434. POST-LOAN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES COMMON TO INSURED AND 
GUARANTEED ELECTRIC LOANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1717, subparts A to F; 7 CFR 1717, subparts J to K

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will codify most basic post-loan policies and 
procedures common to insured and guaranteed electric loans.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA71


______________________________________________________________________


______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23120]]
435. REA BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1792, subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would provide borrowers, material and 
equipment manufacturers, and the public with proposed rules for 
compliance with a Buy American requirement in connection with the 
expenditure of loan, grant, or guaranteed funds. This action will 
codify the requirements of the Buy American Act and Executive Order 
10582. REA Bulletin 43-9:344-3 ``Buy American'' will be rescinded upon 
publication of the final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA73
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

436. ELECTRIC SYSTEMS OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1730

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration proposes to codify 
and clarify REA policy concerning operation and maintenance of borrower 
electric systems. In addition, it is proposed to add REA policies 
relating to the review and evaluation of borrower systems and 
facilities financed with loans from REA. These policies are presently 
contained in REA Bulletin 161-5 which will be rescinded upon 
publication of the final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA74
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

437. LOAN DOCUMENTS--BANK PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 941 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1620

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: REA proposes to add a new part 1620 which provides 
information on loan documents which telephone borrowers are required to 
execute. New part 1620 will also include Rural Telephone Bank standard 
forms of loan contract, note, and mortgage. Bulletin 402-1, Mortgage 
Restrictions on Dividends and Other Distributions -- Telephone 
Borrowers, will be rescinded upon publication of the final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA76
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

438. DEPRECIATION RATES AND PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1767, subpart C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration proposes to add a 
new subpart to 7 CFR 1767 that codifies current policy on depreciation 
rates and procedures. Revisions are being proposed to the existing 
policy that will require continuing records to be maintained on a 
vintage year basis, and that set forth requirements for utilizing 
depreciation rates that vary from those that are prescribed in this 
subpart. Current REA policy is set forth in Bulletin 183-1, which will 
be rescinded upon publication of the final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250-1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA80
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

439. SPECIFICATION FOR POLE LINE HARDWARE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1728

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration proposes 
specifications for hardware used on electric utility poles. The 
organization performing the secretariat function for pole line hardware 
has withdrawn and ceased to operate, and all existing standards will 
expire in five years.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South [[Page 23121]] Building, 
Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA83
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

440. REA FIDELITY AND INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC AND 
TELEPHONE BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1788

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) is considering 
revising its regulations concerning the fidelity and insurance 
requirements for electric and telephone borrowers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/28/93                    58 FR 25786
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/28/93
NPRM                            04/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA86
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

441. TITLE EVIDENCE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; 7 USC 1921 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710; 7 CFR 1735

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) is considering 
a revision to its title policy to change REA policies and procedures 
regarding the submittal of title evidences in connection with real 
property and right-of-way acquisitions by its borrowers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/23/93                    58 FR 21661
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/24/93
NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA90
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

442. PRESERVATION OF RECORDS ACCOUNTING REQUIREMENTS FOR REA 
ELECTRIC BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1767, subpart D

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) proposes to 
amend its regulation by adding a new subpart on Preservation of 
Records. Current REA policy on this subject is set forth in REA 
Bulletin 180-2, Manual for Preservation of Borrower's Records. In 
addition to codifying these policies and procedures, revisions are 
being proposed to the existing policy that will establish the proper 
record media forms for record retention. Once the final is effective, 
REA Bulletin 180-2 will be rescinded.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA92
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

443. USE OF GENERAL FUNDS INVESTMENTS, LOAN GUARANTEES, AND 
RETIREMENT OF CAPITAL CREDITS BY ELECTRIC BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1717, subpart O

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will set forth procedures for REA approval of a 
borrower's use of its own funds that are not the proceeds of REA loans 
for additions to electric plan. REA loans are secured by a first 
mortgage on the borrower's total electric system. REA approvals are 
intended to ensure that the proposed capital additions will not 
adversely affect the borrower's ability to provide service consistent 
with the RE Act and to repay its REA loans.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: REA is splitting the old RIN due to the fact 
that the four subparts of the old RIN were split into separate actions 
which are progressing at different rates in the regulatory process.

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB01
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

444. REA APPROVAL OF SALE OF CAPITAL ASSETS BY ELECTRIC BORROWERS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1717, subpart P

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will set forth REA policies and procedures for the 
sale of capital assets by electric borrowers. REA loans are secured by 
a first mortgage on the borrower's electric system. REA approval of 
sales of capital assets are intended to ensure that the sale of the 
assets will not adversely affect the borrower's ability to provide 
service consistent with the RE Act, and to repay its REA loans. These 
policies were last revised in 1972. [[Page 23122]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: REA is splitting the old RIN due to the fact 
that the four subparts of the old RIN are now separate regulatory 
actions which are moving at different rates in the regulatory process.

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB02
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

445. LOAN DEFERMENTS FOR ENERGY RESOURCES CONSERVATION - ELECTRIC 
PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1717, subpart L

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will codify and update the current Rural 
Electrification Administration (REA) policy implemented through an REA 
Bulletin which will be rescinded when this rule is published final. 
This action is necessary to permit a principal payment extension of 
monthly billed accounts for the purpose of Energy Resources 
Conservation (ERC) loans. The current ERC loan program implemented in 
1980 allows for the extension of only quarterly principal payments. All 
REA loans approved on or after September 1, 1982, require monthly 
repayments while those loans approved prior to that date required 
quarterly repayments. This new regulation will codify the current ERC 
loan program and will amend it to include monthly billed accounts. Most 
REA loans have a repayment period of 3.5 years.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB03
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

446. POWER REQUIREMENT STUDIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 to 950(b); PL 99-591

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710 E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) is proposing 
to update its Power Requirements currently contained in Subpart E of 7 
CFR part 1710, Pre-loan Policies and Procedures for Insured and 
Guaranteed Electric Loans. The updates to subpart E are needed to 
reflect the addition to 7 CFR 1710 of Subpart H, Loans for Demand Side 
Management, Energy Conservation Programs, and On-Grid and Off-Grid 
Renewable Energy Systems. Subpart H was required by the Rural 
Electrification Loan Restructuring Act of 1993. Other changes to 
subpart E are intended to clarify the existing language without 
changing its overall intent.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB05
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

447. CREDIT SUPPORT OF POWER SUPPLY BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 to 950(b); PL 99-591

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration is proposing to 
develop a regulation concerning credit support requirements for its 
borrowers. Such credit support will be required where adequate strength 
is not present at the borrower to support the risk associated with a 
proposed loan guarantee.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/02/94                    59 FR 28495
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/18/94
ANPRM Comment Period Reopened   07/20/94                    59 FR 36998
NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB09
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

448. COMMUNITY FACILITY LOANS - CONSTRUCT OR IMPROVE SOLID WASTE 
FACILITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-129

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1942 subpart A

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 31, 1994.
Prohibition regarding electric service contained in P.L. 103-129 must 
be implemented within six months of 11/01/93.

Abstract: The revised regulations will implement a change in the 
security requirements for loans secured primarily by revenue to 
construct or improve solid waste facilities. There will be no 
significant costs associated with this action. The benefits will be in 
the form of loan and grant funds available to rural communities through 
the programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/19/94                    59 FR 42783
NPRM Comment Period End         04/00/95                [[Page 23123]] 

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0575-AB82 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 
Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0572-AB12
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

449. LIQUIDATION OF LOANS AND ACQUISITION, MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL 
OF SECURITY PROPERTY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 1989; 42 USC 1480; 16 USC 1005; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1696; 7 CFR 1697; 7 CFR 1951 subpart E; 7 CFR 1955 
subpart A; 7 CFR 1955 subpart B; 7 CFR 1955 subpart C; 7 CFR 2.23; 7 
CFR 2.70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rural Housing and Community Development Service (RHCDS) 
regulations are amended to remove references to the programs 
administered by the Rural Utilities Service (RUS). This action will 
provide RUS regulatory guidance for the liquidation of loans that are 
in noncompliance with loan agreements. As a result of such action, 
security property may be taken into inventory. The regulation outlines 
the policies and procedures for the management and disposition of 
property acquired by the agency. This change will also clarify the 
processing of overpayments, underpayments and refunds, subordinations, 
and release from liability.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This entry was reported as RIN 0570-AA03 prior 
to the reorganization of USDA.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 
720-9744

RIN: 0572-AB13
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

450. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT GRANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-624, sec 2325

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1692; 7 CFR 1942 subpart J

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rural Utilities Service (RUS) implemented this authority by 
adding it to the existing Technical Assistance grant program for water 
and waste disposal facilities. In order to prevent confusion and to 
further refine the requirements of the program, RUS is proposing to 
publish a separate regulation for two programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 
720-9744

RIN: 0572-AB14
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________


451. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING GRANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 99-198, sec 1304

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1691; 7 CFR 1942 subpart J

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under current regulations, the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) 
administers two separate technical assistance grant programs that have 
similar requirements. In order to avoid confusion for the public 
because of differences in eligibility and purposes of the two programs, 
RUS proposes to rewrite the existing regulation to separate the two 
programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Housing and Community 
Development Service, 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 
720-9744

RIN: 0572-AB15



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

452. LOAN ACCOUNT COMPUTATIONS, POLICIES, AND PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1785; 7 CFR 1786, subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: REA proposes to codify, consolidate, and update the policies 
and procedures currently contained in REA Bulletin 20-9:320-12.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/07/93                    58 FR 18043
NPRM Comment Period End         05/07/93
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23124]] 

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA65
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

453. REA PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION FOR LINE CONCENTRATORS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1755

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: REA is proposing to revise the specification to reflect the 
latest technical advancements in line concentrator performance. REA is 
also proposing to rescind Bulletin 345-185 (REA Form 397g) from section 
1755.97, Incorporation By Reference of Telephone Standards. REA 
proposes to codify the revised Bulletin as 7 CFR 1755.397.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/25/94                    59 FR 19661
NPRM Comment Period End         05/25/94
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Avenue SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 
20250, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA72
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

454. LONG-RANGE FINANCIAL FORECASTS OF ELECTRIC BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 to 950(b); PL 99-591

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710, subpart G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) proposes to 
amend its pre-loan regulations for electric loans to clarify and revise 
the requirement that borrowers submit to REA a long-range financial 
forecast as part of an application for a loan, loan guarantee, lien 
accommodation. This proposed rule is intended to strengthen credit 
practices and to assist borrowers in preparing, and REA staff in 
reviewing loan applications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/20/93                    58 FR 44288
NPRM Comment Period End         09/20/93                    58 FR 44288
Final Action                    09/00/95
Final Action Effective          10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 
202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA89
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

455. EXEMPTIONS OF REA CONTROLS OVER BORROWER OPERATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; PL 103-201

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710.7; 7 CFR 1717

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 18, 1994.
Public Law 103-129 (107 Stat 2342) was passed ``To clarify the 
regulatory oversight exercised by the REA with respect to certain 
electric borrowers'' and required interim rules within 180 days.

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration is amending its 
regulations governing policies and requirements with respect to 
controls and approvals over borrower operations and the granting of 
lien accommodations and subordinations. These changes are required by 
Public Law 103-201, passed on December 17, 1993, and apply to electric 
borrowers whose net worth exceeds 110 percent of the outstanding 
balance of loans made or guaranteed by REA.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/28/94                     59 FR 3982
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/28/94
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/28/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA96
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

456. PRE-LOAN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR ELECTRIC LOANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; PL 103-129

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710; 7 CFR 1714

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 16, 1993.
Public Law 103-129 (107 Stat 1356), ``Rural Electrification Loan 
Restructuring Act of 1993'', was passed on November 1, 1993, and 
required REA to issue interim final rules on it within 45 days.

Abstract: REA is amending its pre-loan regulations for electric 
borrowers by restructuring the REA electric loan program, as required 
by Public Law 103-129. The areas affected are loan purposes, the 
definition of ``rural area,'' applicable interest rates, loan terms and 
conditions, and REA oversight of borrowers, among others.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/20/93                    58 FR 66260
Interim Final Rule Effective    12/20/93
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/21/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Aven.SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA98


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

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457. LOANS FOR DEMAND-SIDE MANAGEMENT, ENERGY CONSERVATION 
PROGRAMS, AND ON-GRID AND OFF-GRID RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; PL 103-129

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1994.
Public Law 103-129 (107 Stat 1356), ``Rural Electrification Loans 
Restructuring Act of 1993,'' was signed on November 1, 1993, and 
required REA to issue interim final rules on it by Jan. 1, 1994.

Abstract: REA is amending its pre-loan regulations for electric loans 
to incorporate changes to electric loan policies as required by Public 
Law 103-129. This action permits REA to make loans for demand-side 
management, energy conservation programs, and on- and off-grid 
renewable energy systems.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/04/94                      59 FR 494
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/04/94
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/04/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA99
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

458. REFINANCING AND PREPAYMENT OF FFB LOANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq; PL 103-66

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1786, subpart G

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, September 24, 1993.
Public Law 103-66 required REA to issue a rule by September 24, 1993, 
to implement Subtitle B - Rural Electrification of the Omnibus 
Reconciliation Act of 1993.

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) is adding a 
new regulation to implement Subtitle B - Rural Electrification of the 
Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1993. This new rule will provide 
guidelines to REA-guaranteed Federal Financing Bank (FFB) borrowers who 
wish to refinance or prepay outstanding indebtedness in FFB loans, and 
at the borrower's option, add the prepayment premium to the principal 
of the refinanced loan advance after paying a fee of 2.5 percent of the 
premium.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/30/93                    58 FR 51007
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/30/93
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/29/93


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB00
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

459. LOAN SECURITY DOCUMENTS FOR ELECTRIC LOANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1718

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration is proposing to 
update and revise its standard forms of the mortgage and loan contract 
used with electric borrowers. The provisions of these loan security 
documents will be clarified and brought into conformance with changes 
to electric loan terms and conditions required by the Rural 
Electrification Loan Restructuring Act of 1993, the amendments to 7 CFR 
Parts 1710 and 1714 which implemented those statutory changes, as well 
as other regulations issued by REA over the past several years. The 
revision will also provide better customer service to REA electric 
borrowers and supplemental lenders by bringing REA documents more in 
conformance with loan security documents used in the private sector. 
Continuing to use the current outdated forms of the mortgage and loan 
contract would impose unacceptable burdens on REA, its borrowers, and 
on supplemental lenders with respect to responding expeditiously and 
cost-effectively to recent changes in law and REA regulations and the 
ongoing changes in the economic and financial environment in which REA 
borrowers compete.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/29/94                    59 FR 49594
Final Action                    05/00/95
Final Action Effective          06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, Washington, DC 20250-
1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB06
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

460. ACCOUNTING REQUIREMENTS FOR REA TELEPHONE BORROWERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  7 USC 901 et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1770 C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Rural Electrification Administration (REA) is proposing 
to add a new subpart that codifies REA's current policy on the 
accounting for postretirement benefits, Rural Telephone Bank stock, 
cushion of credit investments, Rural Economic Development loans, and 
satellite or cable television services.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/14/94                    59 FR 47097
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/94
Final Action                    06/00/95
Final Action Effective          07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, Deputy Director, Program Support 
Staff, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 14th & 
Independence Ave. SW., Room 2234 South Building, 
[[Page 23126]] Washington, DC 20250-1500, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB10
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________


461.  COMMUNITY FACILITY LOANS - TIMBER-DEPENDENT 
COMMUNITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-427

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1942 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The revised regulations will implement Pub. L. 103-427, that 
ensures timber-dependent communities in the Pacific Northwest, 
adversely affected by the ``Forest Plan for a Sustainable Economy and a 
Sustainable Environment,'' dated July 1993, qualify for certain rural 
development loans and grants. Pub. L. 103-427 temporarily expands 
population eligibility for certain development loans and grants for a 
limited number of rural communities in the Pacific Northwest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: This will be a joint rule promulgated by the 
Rural Utilities Service and the Rural Housing and Community Development 
Service.

Agency Contact: Chris Goettelmann, Chief, Regulations Analysis and 
Control Branch, Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, 
Room 6348 South Building, Washington, DC 20250, 202 720-9744

RIN: 0572-AB11



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

462. ELECTRIC SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES--ELECTRIC 
MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1726, subparts A to F; 7 CFR 1726, subparts J to K

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/23/95                    60 FR 10152
Final Action Effective          03/27/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA47
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

463. PRE-LOAN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR INSURED ELECTRIC LOANS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1710; 7 CFR 1714; 7 CFR 1785

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/19/95                     60 FR 3726
Final Action Effective          02/21/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA69
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________

464. ELECTRIC SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1726, subpart H

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/23/95                    60 FR 10152
Final Action Effective          03/27/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AA84
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
______________________________________________________________________


465. STATE TELECOMMUNICATIONS MODERNIZATION PLAN

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 1751 B

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/13/95                     60 FR 8171
Final Action Effective          03/15/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: F. Lamont Heppe, 202 720-9550

RIN: 0572-AB07
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                      Final Rule Stage
National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
______________________________________________________________________


466.  WETLANDS RESERVE PROGRAM INTERIM RULE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 3837 et seq; 16 USC 590(a) et seq

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 620

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Pursuant to the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act, 
PL 103-354, NRCS assumed responsibility for administering the Wetlands 
Reserve Program, formerly administered by the Consolidated Farm Service 
Agency. The interim rule would establish the process by which the 
Wetlands Reserve Program will be administered by NRCS and makes other 
modifications to the program to become consistent with NRCS policies 
and procedures.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Misso, Wetlands Reserve Program Manager, 
Department of Agriculture, National Resources Conservation Service, 
P.O. Box 2890, Cotton Annex, Mezz. 1, Washington, DC 20250, 202 690-
0848

RIN: 0578-AA15


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
______________________________________________________________________

467. SOIL SURVEYS

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 611

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action expected 
in the next 12 months.          03/31/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael F. King, 202 447-4811

RIN: 0578-AA00
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
______________________________________________________________________


468. FARMLAND PROTECTION POLICY ACT

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 658

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/17/94                    59 FR 31110
Final Action Effective          06/17/94                    59 FR 31110

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Clarence Austin, 202 447-4811

RIN: 0578-AA14
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)                   Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Operations (OO)
______________________________________________________________________


469. AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 401 to 453 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agriculture Acquisition Regulation is the Department of 
Agriculture's agency acquisition regulation, issued to implement or 
supplement the Federal Acquisition Regulation. The Agriculture 
Acquisition Regulation is being revised to incorporate changes required 
by the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994, Executive Orders, 
The Federal Acquisition Regulation, and recent Office of Federal 
Procurement Policy Letters. The revised regulation will also 
incorporate changes suggested by the National Performance Review, by 
the Department of Agriculture's Procurement Review Task Force, and by 
the Department of Agriculture's Modernization of the Administrative 
Process Project.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. The agency has not yet determined whether there 
is a paperwork burden associated with this action.

Agency Contact: Joseph Daragan, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Agriculture, Office of Operations, Rm 1550 South Building, Washington, 
DC 20250, 202 720-5729

RIN: 0599-AA00



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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)            Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of Operations (OO)
______________________________________________________________________


470. NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING

CFR Citation:  7 CFR 3018

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No action 
anticipated within the next 12 
months.                         04/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Joseph J. Daragan, 202 720-5729

RIN: 0599-AA01
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