[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of Education Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
[From the U.S. Government Printing Office, www.gpo.gov]


Part VI





Department of Education





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                                           


  



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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Office of the Secretary

34 CFR Subtitles A and B

Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Education.

ACTION:  Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: The Secretary of Education publishes a semiannual agenda of 
Federal regulations. The agenda is issued under the authority of 
section 4(b) of Executive Order 12866 ``Regulatory Planning and 
Review.'' The purpose of the agenda is to encourage more effective 
public participation in the regulatory process by providing the public 
with early information about pending regulatory activities.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  Questions or comments related to 
specific regulations listed in this agenda should be directed to the 
agency contact listed for the regulations. Questions or comments 
related to preparation of this agenda should be directed to Kenneth C. 
Depew, Division of Regulatory Services, Office of the General Counsel, 
Department of Education, Room 6E109, FB-6, 400 Maryland Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20202-2241; telephone: (202) 401-8300. Individuals who 
use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal 
Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1-800-877-8339.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:  Section 4(b) of Executive Order 12866, 
dated September 30, 1993, requires the Department of Education (ED) to 
publish, at a time and in a manner specified by the Administrator of 
the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, OMB, an agenda of all 
regulations under development or review. The Regulatory Flexibility 
Act, 5 U.S.C. 602(a), requires ED to publish, in October and April of 
each year, a regulatory flexibility agenda.

     The regulatory flexibility agenda may be combined with any 
other agenda that satisfies the statutory requirements (5 U.S.C. 
605(a)). In compliance with the Executive order and the Regulatory 
Flexibility Act, the Secretary publishes this agenda.

     For each set of regulations listed, the agenda provides the 
title of the document, the type of document, a citation to any 
rulemaking or other action taken since publication of the most 
recent agenda, and planned dates of future rulemaking. In addition, 
the agenda provides the following information:

 An abstract, which includes a description of the problem to be 
addressed, any principal alternatives being considered, and potential 
costs and benefits of the action.

 An indication of whether the planned action is likely to have 
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities 
as defined by the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601(b)).

 A reference to where a reader can find the current regulations 
in the Code of Federal Regulations.

 A citation of legal authority.

 The name, address, and telephone number of the contact person 
at the Department from whom a reader can obtain additional information 
regarding the planned action.

     In accordance with the Secretary's Principles for Regulating, 
listed in the Department's regulatory plan, the Department of 
Education is committed to regulating that improves the quality and 
equality of services to its customers, learners of all ages. ED 
will regulate only when absolutely necessary and then in the most 
flexible, most equitable, least burdensome way possible.

     Interested members of the public are invited to comment on any 
of the items listed in this agenda that they believe are not 
consistent with the Principles for Regulating. Members of the 
public are also invited to comment on regulations listed on this 
agenda that are designated for periodic review under the Regulatory 
Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 610).

     We will also review all regulations that are published to 
ensure that, if appropriate, those regulations support the National 
Education Goals.

     We have established two negotiated rulemaking committees under 
title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (64 FR 
73458; December 30, 1999). Each committee includes representatives 
of the interests that are significantly affected by the subject 
matter of the regulations. We expect that the topics to be 
addressed by each committee will include the following:

Committee I: Loan Issues Committee

    Cohort Default Rates

    Death and Disability

    Delinquency and Default Management

    Teacher Loan Forgiveness

    False Certification Discharges

    Federal Perkins Loans

    Cash Management

Committee II: Program and Eligibility Issues Committee

    Change of Ownership

    Nontraditional Programs

    Special Leveraging Education Assistance Partnerships (SLEAP)

    Electronic Authorization and Verification, and Electronic 
Retention

     Each negotiating committee includes representatives of 
significantly affected interests, including students, legal 
assistance organizations that represent students, institutions of 
higher education, guaranty agencies, lenders, secondary markets, 
loan services, guaranty agency servicers, and collection agencies.

     We will add specific entries to future agendas as soon as we 
have determined, based on the results of the regulatory 
negotiations, the number and content of the notices of proposed 
rulemaking.

     This publication in the Federal Register does not impose any 
binding obligation on the Department with regard to any specific 
item on the agenda. The Department may elect not to pursue any of 
the regulatory actions listed here, and regulatory action in 
addition to the items listed is not precluded. Dates of future 
regulatory actions are subject to revision in subsequent agendas.

Electronic Access to This Document

     You may view this document, as well as other Department of 
Education documents published in the Federal Register, in text or 
Adobe portable document format (PDF) on the Internet at either of 
the following sites:

http://ocfo.ed.gov/fedreg.htm

http://www.ed.gov/news.html

     To use the PDF, you must have the Adobe Acrobat Reader program 
with search, which is available free at either of the previous 
sites. If you have questions about using the PDF, call the U.S. 
Government Printing Office, toll

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free, at 1-888-293-6498, or in the Washington, DC, area at (202) 
512-1530.

     Note: The official version of this document is the document 
published in the Federal Register. Free Internet access to the 
official edition of the Federal Register and the Code of Federal 
Regulations is available on GPO Access at:

http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/index.html

Dated:  March 3, 2000.

 Judith A. Winston,

General Counsel.

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                                                                                                    Regulation
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835         Student Rights in Research, Experimental Programs, and Testing......................     1880-AA66
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836         Protection of Human Subjects (Classified Research)..................................     1880-AA79
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                                                                                                    Regulation
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837         Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR).....................     1890-AA00
838         Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR).....................     1890-AA02
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                                                                                                    Regulation
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839         Administration of Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education,           1890-AA05
            Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations........................................
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                        Office of Elementary and Secondary Education--Proposed Rule Stage
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840         Title I--Helping Disadvantaged Children Meet High Standards.........................     1810-AA90
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                         Office of Elementary and Secondary Education--Long-Term Actions
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841         Reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (Section 610       1810-AA91
            Review).............................................................................
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842         Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP)..........     1840-AC82
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                              Office of Postsecondary Education--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
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843         Teacher Quality Enhancement Grants Program..........................................     1840-AC65
844         Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers To Use Technology.....................................     1840-AC81
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845         Assistance to States for the Education of Children with Disabilities................     1820-AB51
846         The State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program (Section 610 Review)...........     1820-AB50
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847         The State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program--Evaluation Standards and           1820-AB14
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848         Projects With Industry..............................................................     1820-AB45
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849         Personnel Preparation To Improve Services and Results for Children With Disabilities     1820-AB46
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                           Final Rule Stage


Departmental Management (EDMAN)



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835. STUDENT RIGHTS IN RESEARCH, EXPERIMENTAL PROGRAMS, AND TESTING

Priority: Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 20 USC 1232h

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 98

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are needed to implement section 1017 of the 
Goals 2000: Educate America Act (Pub. L. 103-227, 20 U.S.C. 1232h). 
That provision amends the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) 
to require schools, in certain instances, to make specific educational 
materials available to parents for inspection. The provision also 
amends the PPRA to prohibit schools from requiring a student to submit 
to certain surveys, analyses, or evaluations without prior parental 
consent. The regulations are being developed in accordance with the 
Department's Principles for Regulating.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            08/28/95                    60 FR 44696
NPRM Comment Period End         10/27/95
Final Action                    10/00/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ellen Campbell, Family Policy Compliance Office, 
Department of Education, Room 2W101, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, FB-6, 
Washington, DC 20202-4605
Phone: 202 260-3887

RIN: 1880-AA66

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                          Long-Term Actions


Departmental Management (EDMAN)



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836. PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS (CLASSIFIED RESEARCH)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 42 USC 300v-1(b)

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments would revise existing regulations to 
eliminate certain waiver and expedited review provisions by adopting 
additional protection pertaining to human subjects in classified 
research.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Helene Deramond, Department of Education, Room 3652, 
ROB-3, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202
Phone: 202 260-5353

RIN: 1880-AA79
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                          Long-Term Actions


Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO)



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837. EDUCATION DEPARTMENT GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS (EDGAR)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 20 USC 1221e-3(a)(1)

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 75; 34 CFR 76; 34 CFR 77

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These proposed regulations would reinvent key parts of EDGAR 
by eliminating unnecessary, obsolete, or duplicative provisions; 
replacing some provisions with non-regulatory guidance; and revising 
other sections to improve clarity and ease of use by the Department's 
customers.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           08/23/96                    61 FR 43640
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/23/96
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tony Cavataio, Management Analyst, Grants Policy and 
Oversight Staff, Department of Education, Office of the Chief Financial 
Officer, Room 3652, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, ROB-3, Washington, DC 
20202-4248
Phone: 202 708-7802
Fax: 800 877-8339
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1890-AA00
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838. EDUCATION DEPARTMENT GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS (EDGAR)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority: 20 USC 1221e-3(a)(1); 20 USC 3474

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are needed to implement features of the 
Department's redesigned discretionary grants process. These regulations 
will establish the procedures the Secretary may use for reviewing and 
selecting applications submitted for new grants under the discretionary 
grant programs. Several new review and selection procedures will be 
established and defined. These regulations will also propose a new 
policy to give special consideration to novice applicants and will 
define the procedures for reviewing and selecting applications 
submitted under a novice set-aside.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Valerie A. Sinkovits, Management Analyst, Department of 
Education, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Room 3652, 400 
Maryland Avenue SW, ROB-3, Washington, DC 20202-4248
Phone: 202 708-7568
Fax: 800 877-8339
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1890-AA02

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                          Completed Actions


Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO)



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839.  ADMINISTRATION OF GRANTS AND AGREEMENTS WITH INSTITUTIONS 
OF HIGHER EDUCATION, HOSPITALS, AND OTHER NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 20 USC 1221e-3; 20 USC 3474; OMB Circular A-110

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 74

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These final regulations with request for comments adopt 
revised OMB Circular A-110 ``Uniform Administrative Requirements for 
Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, 
and Other Nonprofit Organizations.''

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Final Action                    03/16/00                    65 FR 14416

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Arthur Stewart, Department of Education, Office of the 
Chief Financial Officer, Room 3652, ROB-3, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, 
Washington, DC 20202-4248
Phone: 202 708-4249

RIN: 1890-AA05
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                        Proposed Rule Stage


Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE)



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840. TITLE I--HELPING DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN MEET HIGH STANDARDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 20 USC 6301-6514

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 200

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations would reflect the Department's initial 
experience in making allocations directly to 15,000 school districts. 
The regulations will potentially affect all formula grant allocations 
under title I, part A, of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 
1965, as amended.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            05/00/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sandy Brown, Department of Education, Office of 
Elementary and Secondary Education, Room 3C132, FB-6, 400 Maryland 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202
Phone: 202 260-0976

RIN: 1810-AA90
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                          Long-Term Actions


Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE)



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841.  REAUTHORIZATION OF THE ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION 
ACT OF 1965 (SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 20 USC 6301-6514

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations would implement changes made by the 
reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. 
This action is a notice that ED is reviewing the regulations in 34 CFR 
chapter II under section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 
U.S.C. 610). The purpose of this review is to determine if these 
regulations should be continued without change, or should be amended or 
rescinded, to minimize any significant economic impact upon a 
substantial number of small entities. We are requesting comment on the 
continued need for the regulations; the complexity of the regulations; 
the extent to which they overlap, duplicate, or conflict with other 
Federal, State, or local government rules; and the degree to which 
technology, economic conditions, or other relevant factors have changed 
since the regulations were promulgated.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: William H. Wooten, Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Task 
Force, Department of Education, Office of Elementary and Secondary 
Education, Room 3W308, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Portals Building, 
Washington, DC 20202-6123
Phone: 202 260-1922

RIN: 1810-AA91

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                           Final Rule Stage


Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE)



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842. GAINING EARLY AWARENESS AND READINESS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS 
(GEAR UP)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 20 USC 1070a-21 et seq

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 694

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are needed to implement section 403 of the 
Higher Education Amendments of 1998 (Pub. L. 105-244, enacted October 
7, 1998) establishing GEAR UP, a program designed to give more low-
income students the skills, encouragement, and preparation needed to 
pursue postsecondary education and to strengthen academic programs and 
student services at participating schools.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            12/21/99                    64 FR 71551
NPRM Comment Period End         02/10/00                     65 FR 5844
Final Action                    05/00/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David Condon, Department of Education, Office of 
Postsecondary Education, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202
Phone: 202 502-7676

RIN: 1840-AC82
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                          Completed Actions


Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE)



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843. TEACHER QUALITY ENHANCEMENT GRANTS PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 611

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            11/05/99                    64 FR 60631
NPRM Comment Period End         12/06/99
Final Action                    01/12/00                     65 FR 1780

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Louis J. Venuto
Phone: 202 502-7878

RIN: 1840-AC65
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844. PREPARING TOMORROW'S TEACHERS TO USE TECHNOLOGY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 614

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            10/22/99                    64 FR 57287
NPRM Comment Period End         11/22/99
Final Action                    12/28/99                    64 FR 72801

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Gonzales
Phone: 202 502-7788

RIN: 1840-AC81
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                        Proposed Rule Stage


Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)



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845.  ASSISTANCE TO STATES FOR THE EDUCATION OF CHILDREN WITH 
DISABILITIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 20 USC 1411-1420

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are needed to implement a provision under 
part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act that for any 
fiscal year in which the appropriation for section 611 of part B 
exceeds $4.1 billion, a local educational agency may treat as local 
funds up to 20 percent of the amount it receives under that part that 
exceeds the amount it received during the prior fiscal year.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            05/00/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joleta Reynolds, Department of Education, Office of 
Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, Room 3082, Switzer 
Building, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202
Phone: 202 205-5465

RIN: 1820-AB51
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846. THE STATE VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES PROGRAM (SECTION 610 
REVIEW)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 29 USC 711(C)

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 361

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are needed to implement changes made by the 
Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1998, the Reading Excellence Act, the 
Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act 
Amendments of 1998, and the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. This 
action also results from a review of the existing regulations for this 
program under section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 
610). The purpose of this review was to determine if these regulations 
should be continued without change, or should be amended or rescinded, 
to minimize any significant economic impact upon a substantial number 
of small entities.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            02/28/00                    65 FR 10620
NPRM Comment Period End         04/28/00

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Beverlee Stafford, Director, Planning, Policy, and 
Evaluation Services, Department of Education, Office of Special 
Education and Rehabilitative Services, Room 3014, Switzer Building, 400 
Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-2531
Phone: 202 205-8299

RIN: 1820-AB50
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                           Final Rule Stage


Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)



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847. THE STATE VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES PROGRAM--EVALUATION 
STANDARDS AND PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 29 USC 726; PL 102-569

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 361

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These proposed revisions to existing regulations are needed 
because of changes in the authorizing legislation made by the 
Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1992 (Pub. L. 102-569) and the 
Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1998 (Pub. L. 105-220). The Amendments 
require the development of standards and performance indicators. The 
proposed regulations are being developed in accordance with the 
Department's Principles for Regulating.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           02/19/93                     58 FR 9458
NPRM                            10/14/98                    63 FR 55291
NPRM Comment Period End         11/30/98
Final Action                    05/00/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Beverlee Stafford, Director, Planning, Policy, and 
Evaluation Services, Department of Education, Office of Special 
Education and Rehabilitative Services, Room 3014, Switzer Building, 400 
Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-2531
Phone: 202 205-8299

RIN: 1820-AB14
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848. PROJECTS WITH INDUSTRY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 29 USC 711(c); 29 USC 795

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 379

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments change the performance indicators for this 
program in order to improve project performance, enhance project 
accountability, better reflect statutory intent, and reduce grantee 
burden.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/23/98                    63 FR 34218
NPRM Comment Period End         08/24/98
Final Action                    05/00/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas E. Finch, Department of Education, Office of 
Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, Room 3028, Switzer 
Building, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-2575
Phone: 202 205-8292

RIN: 1820-AB45
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ED)                          Completed Actions


Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)



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849. PERSONNEL PREPARATION TO IMPROVE SERVICES AND RESULTS FOR CHILDREN 
WITH DISABILITIES

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 34 CFR 304

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

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Final Action                    12/09/99                    64 FR 69137

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Renee Bradley
Phone: 202 358-2849

RIN: 1820-AB46
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