[The Regulatory Plan and Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of Homeland Security Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Department of Homeland Security





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS)






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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Office of the Secretary

6 CFR Chs. I and II

[DHS Docket No. OGC-RP-04-001]

 Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, DHS.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: This notice is given pursuant to the requirements of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act (Pub. L. 96-354, September 19, 1980) and 
Executive Order (E.O.) 12866, ``Regulatory Planning and Review'' 
(September 30, 1993), which require the publication of a semiannual 
agenda of regulations by the Department of Homeland Security 
(Department or DHS). The regulatory agenda is a semiannual summary of 
all current and projected rulemakings, and completed actions of the 
Department. This is the Department's third semi-annual agenda and 
second regulatory plan. Under the Homeland Security Act of 2002, Public 
Law 107-295 (Homeland Security Act), 22 pre-existing agencies or 
components transferred to DHS. The Department of Homeland Security is 
comprised of five major divisions or directorates: Border and 
Transportation Security; Emergency Preparedness and Response; Science 
and Technology; Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection; and 
Management. Besides the five Directorates of DHS, several other 
critical agencies were folded into the Department or were created 
including the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Secret Service, the U.S. 
Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Office of Private Sector 
Liaison, and the Office of Inspector General.

     Although DHS is relatively new, many of its components had 
active regulatory agendas that have carried into this agenda, such 
as the legacy Immigration and Nationalization Service (INS), which 
has been divided into the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and 
the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection. Together, the latter 
components alone comprise half of the DHS regulatory agenda. The 
legacy INS rulemakings primarily set forth application or other 
process standards for obtaining benefits, privileges, or other 
attributes afforded to visa or citizen holders. Other DHS 
components, such as the U.S. Coast Guard and the Transportation 
Security Administration (TSA), have regulatory functions rooted in 
promulgating safety or security standards. DHS recently joined the 
Environmental Protection Agency Federal Partner On-line Electronic 
Docket System (EDocket). Members of the public may access this 
docket at: http://www.epa.gov/feddocket. All Coast Guard and TSA 
electronic dockets may continue to be accessed at: http://
dms.dot.gov. Since Coast Guard and TSA were originally on the 
Department of Transportation's (DOT) electronic Docketing 
Management System, those agencies will remain on that system until 
DHS fully migrates to the Federal Electronic Docketing System to 
occur sometime in late fiscal year 2005.

     The DHS agenda provides the public with information about the 
Department's regulatory practices. It is expected that this 
information will enable the public to more effectively participate 
in the Department's regulatory activities. The public is also 
invited to submit comments on any aspect of this agenda.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 

    General

     You should direct all comments and inquiries on the agenda in 
general to the Regulations Division, Office of the General Counsel, 
Department of Homeland Security, Washington, DC 20528.

    Specific

     You should direct all comments and inquiries on the particular 
items in the agenda to the individual listed for the regulation or 
the general rulemaking contact person for the DHS components.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The semiannual agenda of the Department 
conforms to the Unified Agenda format developed by the Regulatory 
Information Service Center.

     For this edition of DHS' regulatory agenda, the most 
significant regulatory actions are included in The Regulatory Plan, 
which appears in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. The 
Regulatory Plan entries are listed in the table of contents below 
and are denoted by a bracketed bold reference, which directs the 
reader to the appropriate number in part II. DHS' Statement of 
Regulatory Priorities is also included in part II.

Dated: September 24, 2004.

 Laticia Argenti,

Deputy Associate General Counsel for Regulations.

                                  Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1143        Supplemental Standards of Conduct for Employees of the Department of Homeland Security    1601-AA17
1144        Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements;                1601-AA18
            Administration of Grants and Agreements With Institutions of Higher Ed., Hospitals,
            and Other Nonprofit Orgs..............................................................
1145        Homeland Security Information Sharing (Reg Plan Seq No. 68)...........................    1601-AA25
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


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                                    Office of the Secretary--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1146        Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act Procedures.................................    1601-AA00
1147        Production or Disclosure of Official Information in Connection With Legal Proceedings.    1601-AA01
1148        Classified National Security Information..............................................    1601-AA02
1149        Enforcement of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Department of Homeland     1601-AA03
            Security Programs or Activities.......................................................
1150        Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities Receiving       1601-AA04
            Federal Financial Assistance..........................................................
1151        Regulations Regarding Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Race, Color, or National          1601-AA05
            Origin in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance...............
1152        Authority of the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security; Delegations of         1601-AA06
            Authority; Immigration Laws...........................................................
1153        Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) and Governmentwide               1601-AA10
            Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace..................................................
1154        Program Fraud Civil Remedies..........................................................    1601-AA11
1155        Regulations Imposing Restrictions Upon Lobbying.......................................    1601-AA12
1156        National Environmental Policy Act Procedures..........................................    1601-AA13
1157        Procedures for Handling Critical Infrastructure Information (Reg Plan Seq No. 69).....    1601-AA14
1158        Regulations Implementing the Support Antiterrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies    1601-AA15
            Act of 2002 (the SAFETY Act) (Reg Plan Seq No. 70)....................................
1159        Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR).......................................    1601-AA16
1160        Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Human Resources Management System (Reg Plan Seq     1601-AA21
            No. 71)...............................................................................
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


                                   Office of the Secretary--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1161        Procedures Relating to Awards Under the Equal Access to Justice Act...................    1601-AA22
1162        Collection of Nontax Debts Owed to the Department of Homeland Security................    1601-AA23
1163        Right to Financial Privacy............................................................    1601-AA24
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                       Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1164        Revised Grounds of Inadmissibility; Exceptions and Waivers for Immigrants and             1615-AA00
            Nonimmigrants.........................................................................
1165        International Matchmaking Organizations (Section 610 Review)..........................    1615-AA11
1166        Special Immigrant Juvenile Petitions..................................................    1615-AA15
1167        Immigrant and Nonimmigrant; Religious Workers.........................................    1615-AA16
1168        Dismissal of Asylum Application for Unexcused Failure To Appear and Affect on             1615-AA18
            Eligibility for Employment Authorization..............................................
1169        Special Immigrant Status for Certain NATO Civilian Employees..........................    1615-AA21
1170        Inadmissibility To Enter the United States for Former U.S. Citizens Who Renounced         1615-AA32
            Citizenship To Avoid Taxation.........................................................
1171        Implementation of the Numerical Limit on Asylum Grants and Refugee Admissions Based on    1615-AA37
            Resistance to Coercive Population Control Measures....................................
1172        Intercountry Adoptions................................................................    1615-AA43
1173        Waiver of Fees........................................................................    1615-AA48
1174        Adoption of Siblings; Adopted Alien Children Less Than 18 Years of Age Considered a       1615-AA50
            ``Child''.............................................................................
1175        Adjustment of Status Under Section 245(k).............................................    1615-AA54
1176        Implementation of the American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act of 1998      1615-AA55
            (ACWIA), the American Competitiveness in the Twenty-First Century Act of 2000 (AC21),
            and Other Related Bills...............................................................
1177        Consent To Reapply for Admission After Removal........................................    1615-AA61
1178        Waivers of the Two-Year Foreign Residence Requirement for Certain Exchange Visitors...    1615-AA62
1179        Illegal Entries, Unlawful Presence, and Automatic Voiding of Nonimmigrant Visas.......    1615-AA64
1180        Medical Examination Requirements and Designation of Civil Surgeons....................    1615-AA65
1181        Medical Grounds of Inadmissibility and Waivers........................................    1615-AA66

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1182        Adjustment of the Appeal and Motion Fee To Recover Full Costs.........................    1615-AA88
1183        Changes to Employment Authorization Eligibility for Certain Applicants and to             1615-AA89
            Standards for Determining a Frivolous Asylum Application..............................
1184        Removal of Standardized Request for Evidence Processing Timeframe.....................    1615-AB13
1185        Establishment of Fee for Processing Genealogical Research Requests....................    1615-AB19
1186        Administrative Appeals Office: Procedural Reforms To Improve Efficiency...............    1615-AB29
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                        Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1187        Adjustment of Status to That of Person Admitted for Permanent Residence: Conditional      1615-AA02
            Residents and Fiance(e)s..............................................................
1188        Petition To Classify Alien as Immediate Relative of a U.S. Citizen or as a Preference     1615-AA03
            Immigrant; Self-Petitioning for Certain Battered or Abused Alien Spouses and Children.
1189        Affidavit of Support on Behalf of Immigrants..........................................    1615-AA06
1190        Adjustment of Status, Continued Validity of Nonimmigrant Status, and Unexpired            1615-AA12
            Employment Authorization for Applicants Maintaining Nonimmigrant H or L Status........
1191        Fingerprinting Applicants and Petitioners for Immigration Benefits; Establishing a Fee    1615-AA14
            for Fingerprinting by the Department of Homeland Security.............................
1192        Suspension of Deportation and Special Rule Cancellation of Removal for Certain            1615-AA17
            Nationals of Guatemala, El Salvador, and Former Soviet Bloc Countries.................
1193        Inadmissibility and Deportability on Public Charge Grounds............................    1615-AA22
1194        Application for Refugee Status; Acceptable Sponsorship Agreement Guaranty of              1615-AA24
            Transportation........................................................................
1195        Battered and Abused Conditional Residents; Termination of Marriage by Conditional         1615-AA29
            Residents.............................................................................
1196        Revoking Grants of Naturalization.....................................................    1615-AA30
1197        Registration and Fingerprinting of Aliens in the United States: Control of Employment     1615-AA33
            of Aliens.............................................................................
1198        Adding Actuaries and Plant Pathologists to the North American Free Trade Agreement....    1615-AA38
1199        Adjustment of Status to That of Person Admitted for Permanent Residence; Temporary        1615-AA40
            Removal of Certain Restrictions of Eligibility........................................
1200        Asylum and Withholding Definitions....................................................    1615-AA41
1201        Petition To Classify Alien as Immediate Relative of a U.S. Citizen or Preference          1615-AA42
            Immigrant; Adjustment of Status to That of a Person Admitted for Permanent Residence..
1202        Academic Honorarium for B Nonimmigrant Aliens.........................................    1615-AA44
1203        Children Born Outside the United States; Applications for Certificate of Citizenship..    1615-AA45
1204        Allowing for the Filing of Form I-140 Visa Petition Concurrently With a Form I-485        1615-AA46
            Application in Certain Circumstances..................................................
1205        Establishing Premium Processing Service for Employment-Based Petitions and                1615-AA49
            Applications..........................................................................
1206        Adjustment of Status for Certain Nationals of Nicaragua, Cuba, and Haiti..............    1615-AA51
1207        Adjustment to Lawful Resident Status of Certain Class Action Participants Who Entered     1615-AA52
            Before January 1, 1982, Under the Legal Immigration and Family Equity Act (LIFE Act)..
1208        Nonimmigrant Classes; Spouses and Children of Lawful Permanent Residents; V               1615-AA53
            Classification........................................................................
1209        K Nonimmigrant Classification; Legal Immigration Family Equity Act (LIFE).............    1615-AA56
1210        New Classification for Victims of Severe Forms of Trafficking in Persons Eligible for     1615-AA59
            the T Nonimmigrant Status.............................................................
1211        Adjustment of Status for Victims of Trafficking.......................................    1615-AA60
1212        Removal of Limitations on the Validity Period for Employment Authorization Documents..    1615-AA63
1213        New Classification for Victims of Certain Criminal Activity; Eligibility for the U        1615-AA67
            Nonimmigrant Status...................................................................
1214        Documentary Requirements for Certain Temporary Residents..............................    1615-AA69
1215        Restructuring the Nonimmigrant Regulations............................................    1615-AA74
1216        Waivers for Nonimmigrants Under Section 212(d)(3)(A) of the Immigration and               1615-AA75
            Nationality Act.......................................................................
1217        Clarification of Regulations Relating to Aliens That Are Employment Authorized            1615-AA78
            Incident to Status....................................................................
1218        Procedures for Conducting Examinations and Waiving the Oath of Allegiance for             1615-AA81
            Naturalization Applicants With Disabilities...........................................
1219        Electronic Signature on Applications and Petitions for Immigration and Naturalization     1615-AA83
            Benefits..............................................................................
1220        Withholding of Adjudication...........................................................    1615-AA86
1221        Implementation of Amendments Affecting Petitions for Employment Creation Aliens.......    1615-AA90
1222        Implementation of the Agreement Between the Government of Canada and the Government of    1615-AA91
            the United States Regarding Asylum Claims.............................................

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1223        Implementation of the Age Out Protections Afforded Under the Child Status Protection      1615-AA95
            Act...................................................................................
1224        Filing of Proposals for Designation as a Regional Center Approved To Participate in       1615-AB00
            the Immigrant Investor Pilot Program..................................................
1225        Application for Naturalization by Alternative Application if Citizen Parent Has Died..    1615-AB08
1226        Sunset of Additional $1,000 Filing Fee and Return to 65,000 Annual Limit on H-1B          1615-AB10
            Nonimmigrant Petition Approvals.......................................................
1227        Requiring Completion of Security Checks Before Issuance of Evidence of Alien              1615-AB12
            Registration..........................................................................
1228        Classification of Certain Scientists of the Commonwealth of Independent States of the     1615-AB14
            Former Soviet Union and the Baltic States as Employment-Based Immigrants..............
1229        Petitioning Requirements for the O and P Nonimmigrant Classifications.................    1615-AB17
1230        Change or Extension of Nonimmigrant Status Under the Chile and Singapore Free Trade       1615-AB22
            Agreements............................................................................
1231        Eligibility Pilot Program (Precertification of Certain I129 and I140 Petitioners).....    1615-AB25
1232        Petitions for Employment Based Immigrants.............................................    1615-AB27
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                        Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1233        Reduction of the Number of Acceptable Documents and Other Changes to Employment           1615-AA01
            Verification Requirements (Section 610 Review)........................................
1234        Temporary Protected Status Notices and Regulations....................................    1615-AA04
1235        Definition of the Term ``Lawfully Present'' for Purposes of Eligibility for Public        1615-AA05
            Benefits..............................................................................
1236        Regulations Concerning the Convention Against Torture.................................    1615-AA19
1237        National Interest Waivers for Second Preference Employment-Based Immigrant Physicians     1615-AA34
            Serving in Medically Underserved Areas or at Department of Veterans Affairs Facilities
1238        Petitioning Requirements for the H-1C Nonimmigrant Classification Under Public Law 106-   1615-AA35
            95....................................................................................
1239        Special Immigrant Visa for Fourth Preference Employment-Based Broadcasters............    1615-AA47
1240        Adjustment of Status for Certain Syrian Nationals Granted Asylum in the United States.    1615-AA57
1241        Construction Work and the B Nonimmigrant Visa Classification..........................    1615-AA58
1242        Requiring Change of Status From B to F-1 or M-1 Nonimmigrant Prior To Pursuing a          1615-AA73
            Course of Study.......................................................................
1243        Petitions for Aliens To Perform Temporary Nonagricultural Services or Labor (H-2B)....    1615-AA82
1244        Waiver of Criminal Grounds of Inadmissibility for Immigrants..........................    1615-AA94
1245        Eliminating the Numerical Cap on Mexican TN Nonimmigrants.............................    1615-AA96
1246        Criminal Grounds of Inadmissibility, Exceptions and Waivers for Immigrants and            1615-AB15
            Nonimmigrants, Refugees and Asylees...................................................
1247        Petitions for Employment Creation Aliens..............................................    1615-AB20
1248        Extension of the Deadline for Certain Health Care Workers Required To Obtain              1615-AB28
            Certificates..........................................................................
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                        Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1249        Limiting Liability for Certain Technical and Procedural Violations of Paperwork           1615-AA08
            Requirements..........................................................................
1250        Verification of Eligibility for Public Benefits.......................................    1615-AA13
1251        Employment Authorization for Certificate of Citizenship Applicants....................    1615-AA39
1252        Limiting the Period of Admission for B Nonimmigrant Aliens............................    1615-AA68
1253        Judicial Review of Administrative Decisions Under the Immigration and Nationality Act.    1615-AA71
1254        Adding and Removing Institutions To and From the List of Recognized American              1615-AA72
            Institutions of Research..............................................................
1255        Limiting the Use of Duration of Status for Certain F, J, and I Nonimmigrants..........    1615-AA80
1256        Adjustment of the Immigration Benefit Application Fee Schedule To Recover Costs           1615-AA84
            Associated With Additional Security Checks............................................
1257        Availability of Material Under Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act.............    1615-AB18
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                                      U.S. Coast Guard--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1258        Claims Procedures Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (USCG-2004-17697)...............    1625-AA03
1259        State Access to the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (USCG-2004-19123)..................    1625-AA06
1260        Numbering of Undocumented Barges (USCG-1998-3798).....................................    1625-AA14
1261        Implementation of the 1995 Amendments to the International Convention on Standards of     1625-AA16
            Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) for Seafarers, 1978 (CGD 95-062).....
1262        Marine Events: Permit Procedures (USCG-2001-10713)....................................    1625-AA35
1263        Wearing of Personal Flotation Devices by Persons Operating or Riding on Personal          1625-AA40
            Watercraft or Being Towed Behind Recreational Vessels (USCG-2002-11421)...............
1264        Traffic Separation Schemes: In the Strait of Juan De Fuca and Its Approaches; In Puget    1625-AA48
            Sound and Its Approaches; In Haro Strait, Boundary Pass, and in the Strait of Georgia
            (USCG-2002-12702).....................................................................
1265        Administrative Changes To Numbering of Vessels and Reporting of Casualties (USCG-2003-    1625-AA70
            14963)................................................................................
1266        Commercial Fishing Industry Vessels (USCG-2003-16158) (Reg Plan Seq No. 72)...........    1625-AA77
1267        Pollution Prevention Equipment (USCG-2004-18939)......................................    1625-AA90
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1268        Reporting Marine Casualties (USCG-2000-6927)..........................................    1625-AA04
1269        Limited Service Domestic Voyage Load Lines for River Barges on Lake Michigan (USCG-       1625-AA17
            1998-4623)............................................................................
1270        Anchorage Ground; Safety Zone; Speed Limit; Tongass Narrows and Ketchikan, Alaska         1625-AA23
            (CGD17-99-002)........................................................................
1271        Post Casualty Drug and Alcohol Testing (USCG-2001-8773) (Reg Plan Seq No. 73).........    1625-AA27
1272        Rates for Pilotage on the Great Lakes (USCG-2002-11288)...............................    1625-AA38
1273        Vessel Documentation: Lease Financing for Vessels Engaged in the Coastwise Trade;         1625-AA63
            Second Rulemaking (USCG-2003-14472)...................................................
1274        Terms Imposed by States on Numbering of Vessels (USCG-2003-15708).....................    1625-AA75
1275        Review and Update of Standards for Marine Equipment (USCG-2003-16630).................    1625-AA83
1276        Validation of Merchant Mariners' Vital Information and Issuance of Coast Guard            1625-AA85
            Merchant Mariner's Licenses and Certificates of Registry (USCG-2004-17455)............
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1277        Safety Zone Regulations...............................................................    1625-AA00
1278        Special Anchorage Areas/Anchorage Grounds Regulations.................................    1625-AA01
1279        Discharge-Removal Equipment for Vessels Carrying Oil (CGD 90-068).....................    1625-AA02
1280        Escort Vessels for Certain Tankers (CGD 91-202).......................................    1625-AA05
1281        Regatta and Marine Parade Regulations.................................................    1625-AA08
1282        Drawbridge Regulations................................................................    1625-AA09
1283        Escort Vessels in Certain U.S. Waters (CGD 91-202a)...................................    1625-AA10
1284        Regulated Navigation Areas............................................................    1625-AA11
1285        Marine Transportation-Related Facility Response Plans for Hazardous Substances (USCG-     1625-AA12
            1999-5705)............................................................................
1286        Tank Vessel Response Plans for Hazardous Substances (USCG-1998-4354)..................    1625-AA13
1287        Outer Continental Shelf Activities (USCG-1998-3868)...................................    1625-AA18
1288        Salvage and Marine Firefighting Requirements; Vessel Response Plans for Oil (USCG-1998-   1625-AA19
            3417).................................................................................
1289        Deepwater Ports (USCG-1998-3884)......................................................    1625-AA20
1290        Commercial Diving Operations (USCG-1998-3786).........................................    1625-AA21
1291        Improvements to Maritime Safety in Puget Sound-Area Waters (USCG-1998-4501)...........    1625-AA22
1292        Cargo Securing on Vessels Operating in U.S. Waters (USCG-2000-7080)...................    1625-AA25
1293        Vessel and Facility Response Plans for Oil: 2003 Removal Equipment Requirements and       1625-AA26
            Alternative Technology Revisions (USCG-2001-8661).....................................
1294        Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) (USCG-2001-8826)..............    1625-AA29

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1295        Federal Requirements for Propeller Injury Avoidance Measures (USCG 2001-10163)........    1625-AA31
1296        Standards for Living Organisms in Ships' Ballast Water Discharged in U.S. Waters (USCG-   1625-AA32
            2001-10486)...........................................................................
1297        Drawbridge Operations Regulations; Revisions (USCG-2001-10881)........................    1625-AA36
1298        Notifications of Arrival and Departure in Ports or Places in the United States (USCG-     1625-AA41
            2001-11865)...........................................................................
1299        Protection for Whistleblowers in the Coast Guard (USCG-2002-13016)....................    1625-AA50
1300        Vessel Traffic Service Lower Mississippi River (USCG-1998-4399).......................    1625-AA58
1301        Rules of Practice, Procedure, and Evidence for Administrative Proceedings of the Coast    1625-AA59
            Guard (USCG 1998-3472)................................................................
1302        Escort Vessels for Certain Tankers--Crash Stop Criteria (USCG-2003-14734).............    1625-AA65
1303        Validation of Merchant Mariners' Vital Information and Issuance of Coast Guard            1625-AA81
            Merchant Mariner's Documents (MMDs) (USCG-2003-14500).................................
1304        Security Zone Regulations.............................................................    1625-AA87
1305        Dry Cargo Residue Discharges in the Great Lakes (USCG-2003-16814).....................    1625-AA89
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                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1306        Training and Qualifications for Personnel on Passenger Ships (USCG 1999-5610).........    1625-AA24
1307        Alternate Tonnage Convention: Small Passenger Vessels.................................    1625-AA37
1308        Penalties for Nonsubmission of Ballast Water Management Reports (USCG-2002-13147).....    1625-AA51
1309        Mandatory Ballast Water Management Program for U.S. Waters (USCG-2003-14273)..........    1625-AA52
1310        Country of Origin Codes and Revision of Regulations on Hull Identification Numbers        1625-AA53
            (USCG-2003-14272).....................................................................
1311        Alternate Hull Examination Program for Certain Passenger Vessels, and Underwater          1625-AA57
            Surveys for Passenger, Nautical School, and Sailing School Vessels (USCG-2000-6858)...
1312        Fire-Suppression Systems and Voyage Planning for Towing Vessels (USCG 2000-6931)......    1625-AA60
1313        Wearing of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) by Certain Children Aboard Recreational      1625-AA62
            Vessels (USCG-2000-8589)..............................................................
1314        Notification of Arrival in U.S. Ports; Certain Dangerous Cargoes; Electronic              1625-AA82
            Submission (USCG-2003-16688)..........................................................
1315        Safety Zone for Outer Continental Shelf Facility in the Gulf of Mexico (CGD 08-04-004)    1625-AA84
1316        Unauthorized Entry Into Cuban Territorial Waters (USCG-2004-17509)....................    1625-AA86
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                       Directorate of Border and Transportation Security--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1317        United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology Program (US-VISIT);       1650-AA00
            Auth. To Collect Biometric Data From Addit'l Travelers and Expansion to 50 Most Highly
            Trafficked Land Border Ports (Reg Plan Seq No. 74)....................................
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


                          Bureau of Customs and Border Protection--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1318        Advance Notice Requirements for Aircraft Landings and Arrivals; Revisions to the          1651-AA41
            Private Aircraft Overflight Program...................................................
1319        Prior Disclosure and Lost Duty or Revenue Demands When Penalty Claim Not Issued.......    1651-AA42
1320        Cargo Information (Manifest) Discrepancy Reporting Requirements and Penalty Guidelines    1651-AA45
1321        Reinstatement of Transit Program......................................................    1651-AA50
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                            Bureau of Customs and Border Protection--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1322        Elimination of Immigration and Naturalization Service-Issued Mexican and Canadian         1651-AA08
            Border Crossing Cards.................................................................
1323        Extension of 25-Mile Limit at Select Arizona Ports-of-Entry...........................    1651-AA11
1324        Electronic Transmission of Passenger and Crew Manifests for Vessels and Aircraft......    1651-AA37
1325        Access to Customs Security Areas at Airports..........................................    1651-AA38
1326        Conditional Release Period and Customs Bond Obligations for Food, Drugs, Devices, and     1651-AA39
            Cosmetics.............................................................................
1327        Passenger Name Record Information Required for Passengers on Flights in Foreign Air       1651-AA40
            Transportation To or From the United States...........................................
1328        Confidentiality of Commercial Information.............................................    1651-AA47
1329        Publication of Administrative Forfeiture Notices......................................    1651-AA48
1330        Letters and Documents; Advance Electronic Presentation of Cargo Data..................    1651-AA55
1331        Remittance of Immigration User Fee....................................................    1651-AA57
1332        Changes to the Administrative Process for Petitions for Relief Regarding Seizures and     1651-AA58
            Forfeitures Resulting From Violations of Immigration and Naturalization Laws..........
1333        Extension of Time Limit on Admission of Certain Mexican Nationals.....................    1651-AA60
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                           Bureau of Customs and Border Protection--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1334        Visa Waiver Program...................................................................    1651-AA00
1335        Inspection and Expedited Removal of Aliens; Detention and Removal of Aliens; Conduct      1651-AA04
            of Removal Proceedings................................................................
1336        Establishment of Preinspected Automated Lane (PAL) Program............................    1651-AA06
1337        Amendment of the Regulatory Definition of Arriving Alien..............................    1651-AA07
1338        Removal of Visa and Passport Waiver for Certain Permanent Residents of Canada and         1651-AA23
            Bermuda...............................................................................
1339        Nonimmigrant Visa Exemption for Nationals of the British Virgin Islands Entering the      1651-AA29
            United States Through St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.................................
1340        Procedures Governing the Border Release Advanced Screening and Selectivity (BRASS)        1651-AA35
            Program...............................................................................
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                           Bureau of Customs and Border Protection--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1341        Fees for Participation in Dedicated Commuter Lanes at Selected Ports of Entry;            1651-AA01
            Collection of Fees Under the Dedicated Commuter Lane Program..........................
1342        Establishing Criteria for Determining Countries Whose Citizens Are Ineligible for the     1651-AA02
            Transit Without Visa (TWOV) Program...................................................
1343        Suspension of Privilege To Transport Aliens to the United States......................    1651-AA05
1344        Documentary Requirements for Returning Residents......................................    1651-AA09
1345        Contracts With Transportation Lines...................................................    1651-AA10
1346        Imposition of Fines for Violations of the Immigration and Nationality Act.............    1651-AA12
1347        Expansion of Dedicated Commuter Lanes; Clarification of Driver's License Requirement      1651-AA13
            for Applicants to Dedicated Commuter Lanes and Automated Permit Port Programs.........
1348        Update of List of Countries Whose Citizens or Nationals Are Ineligible for Transit        1651-AA14
            Without Visa (TWOV) Privileges to the United States Under the TWOV Program............
1349        Adding Colombia to the List of Countries Whose Citizens or Nationals Are Ineligible       1651-AA15
            for Transit Without Visa (TWOV) Privileges to the United States Under the TWOV Program
1350        Adjustment of Fees for Dedicated Commuter Lanes and Secure Electronic Network for         1651-AA16
            Travelers' Rapid Inspection (SENTRI) Programs at Land Border Ports of Entry...........
1351        Visa Waiver Program: Guam Visa Waiver Program.........................................    1651-AA17
1352        Removing Russia From the List of Countries Whose Citizens or Nationals Are Ineligible     1651-AA18
            for Transit Without Visa (TWOV) Privileges to the United States Under the TWOV Program
1353        Posting of Security Guard at Gangway of Vessel for Detaining Alien Crewman............    1651-AA24
1354        Removing Indonesia and Malaysia from the Guam Visa Waiver Program.....................    1651-AA26
1355        Automated Inspection Services--Extension of Enrollment Period.........................    1651-AA27
1356        Designated Land Border Crossing Locations for Certain Conveyances.....................    1651-AA32

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1357        Examination of In-Transit Mail Shipments..............................................    1651-AA34
1358        Patent Surveys........................................................................    1651-AA36
1359        Customs Broker License Examination Dates..............................................    1651-AA46
1360        Implementation of the United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology     1651-AA54
            Program (US-VISIT): Biometric Enrollment Requirements.................................
1361        Overtime Compensation and Premium Pay for Customs Officers............................    1651-AA59
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                           Transportation Security Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1362        Background Checks for Airport Workers.................................................    1652-AA06
1363        Air Cargo Security Requirements.......................................................    1652-AA23
1364        Maritime and Land Security Directives and Information Circulars.......................    1652-AA26
1365        Maritime Transportation Security Act: Background Checks for Maritime Workers..........    1652-AA27
1366        Fees for Security Threat Assessments for Hazmat Drivers...............................    1652-AA33
1367        Privacy Act of 1974: Implementation of Exemptions; Transportation Security                1652-AA34
            Intelligence Service (TSIS) Operations Files..........................................
1368        Sensitive Security Information (SSI) for Land Modes...................................    1652-AA37
1369        Aircraft Repair Station Security......................................................    1652-AA38
1370        Enhanced Security Procedures for Operations at Certain Airports in the Washington, DC     1652-AA39
            Metropolitan Area Flight Restricted Zone..............................................
1371        Foreign Air Carrier Security..........................................................    1652-AA40
1372        Transportation Worker Identification Credential.......................................    1652-AA41
1373        Modification of the Aviation Security Infrastructure Fee..............................    1652-AA43
1374        Threat Assessments Regarding Holders of and Applicants for FAA Certificates...........    1652-AA44
1375        Secure Flight Program.................................................................    1652-AA45
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                            Transportation Security Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1376        Imposition and Collection of Passenger Civil Aviation Security Service Fees...........    1652-AA00
1377        Aviation Security Infrastructure Fees.................................................    1652-AA01
1378        Private Charter Security Rules........................................................    1652-AA04
1379        Protection of Sensitive Security Information..........................................    1652-AA08
1380        Security Threat Assessment for Individuals Applying for a Hazardous Materials             1652-AA17
            Endorsement for a Commercial Drivers License..........................................
1381        Flight Training for Aliens and Other Designated Individuals; Security Awareness           1652-AA35
            Training for Flight School Employees..................................................
1382        Privacy Act of 1974: Implementation of Exemptions; Registered Traveler Operations         1652-AA36
            Files.................................................................................
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                            Transportation Security Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1383        Civil Aviation Security Rules.........................................................    1652-AA02
1384        Security Programs for Aircraft Weighing 12,500 Pounds or More.........................    1652-AA03
1385        Security Compliance Program for Aircraft Operators....................................    1652-AA09
1386        Security Compliance Program for Airports..............................................    1652-AA10
1387        Criminal History Records Checks.......................................................    1652-AA11
1388        Transportation of Explosives From Canada to the United States Via Commercial Motor        1652-AA16
            Vehicle and Railroad Carrier..........................................................

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1389        Marine Vessel Security Standards--Prohibited Items....................................    1652-AA22
1390        Federal Flight Deck Officer Program...................................................    1652-AA24
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                            Transportation Security Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1391        Privacy Act of 1974: Implementation of Exemption......................................    1652-AA28
1392        CAPPS II--Access to Passenger Reservation Information.................................    1652-AA32
1393        Privacy Act of 1974: Implementation of Exemptions for Passenger and Aviation Security     1652-AA42
            Screening Records.....................................................................
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                          Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1394        Establishing Procedures for Recertification of Schools Approved by the Student and        1653-AA42
            Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to Enroll F or M Nonimmigrant Students (Reg Plan Seq
            No. 75)...............................................................................
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


                       Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1395        Nonimmigrant Classes; S Classification; Law Enforcement Initiatives; Alien Witnesses..    1653-AA00
1396        Use of Parole for Humanitarian Reasons or Significant Public Benefit..................    1653-AA04
1397        Procedures for Detainee Hunger Strikes................................................    1653-AA12
1398        Interest Payments on Cancelled Cash Bonds.............................................    1653-AA20
1399        Powers and Authorities of Officers and Employees......................................    1653-AA27
1400        Denial and Revocation for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Students..    1653-AA33
1401        Removal of Companies Holding a Certificate From the Secretary of the Treasury as an       1653-AA38
            Acceptable Surety on Immigration Bonds................................................
1402        Requirements for Admission, Extension, and Maintenance of Nonimmigrant Status; Effect     1653-AA40
            of Visa Revocation....................................................................
1403        Transfer of Flight Training Programs Under the Department of State Oversight to the       1653-AA43
            Department of Homeland Security.......................................................
1404        Strengthening Controls Over Immigration Surety Bonds..................................    1653-AA45
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                         Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1405        Agreement Promising Nondeportation or Other Immigration Benefits......................    1653-AA02
1406        Requiring Aliens Ordered Removed From the United States To Surrender to the Department    1653-AA05
            of Homeland Security for Removal......................................................
1407        Early Release for Removal of Criminal Aliens in State Custody for Nonviolent Offenses.    1653-AA06
1408        Power of Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security To Terminate Deportation        1653-AA08
            Proceedings and Initiate Removal Proceedings..........................................
1409        Protection and Assistance for Victims of Trafficking..................................    1653-AA09
1410        Increasing the Number of Officers Authorized To Issue Notices To Appear and Arrest        1653-AA10
            Warrants for Immigration Violations...................................................
1411        Detention of Aliens Subject to Final Orders of Removal................................    1653-AA13
1412        Custody Procedures....................................................................    1653-AA14

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1413        Address Notification To Be Filed With Designated Applications.........................    1653-AA15
1414        Abbreviation or Waiver of Training for State or Local Law Enforcement Officers            1653-AA18
            Authorized To Enforce Immigration Law During a Mass Influx of Aliens..................
1415        Authorizing Collection of Fee Levied on F, J, and M Nonimmigrant Classifications Under    1653-AA23
            Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) (Section 610
            Review)...............................................................................
1416        Revision of the Regulations Concerning F, J, and M Nonimmigrant Classifications.......    1653-AA24
1417        SEVIS Reporting Requirements of Academic Institutions at the Start of Each Term or        1653-AA28
            Session...............................................................................
1418        Changes in Registration Policies and Monitoring of Certain Nonimmigrants..............    1653-AA29
1419        Extending the Period of Duration of Status for Certain F and J Nonimmigrant Aliens....    1653-AA30
1420        Requiring Certification of All Service-Approved Schools for Enrollment in the Student     1653-AA31
            and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).......................................
1421        Reduced Course Load for Certain F and M Nonimmigrant Students at Border Communities...    1653-AA32
1422        Authorizing Suspension of Employment Authorization Requirements on the Basis of Severe    1653-AA34
            Economic Hardship for F-1 Students and Emergent Circumstances.........................
1423        Countries To Which Aliens May Be Removed..............................................    1653-AA35
1424        Change in Business Practices; Acceptance of Payments of Fees By Credit Card and Other     1653-AA36
            Electronic Means Where Possible.......................................................
1425        Implementation of the Border Commuter Student Act of 2002.............................    1653-AA37
1426        Civil Monetary Penalties Inflation Adjustment.........................................    1653-AA39
1427        Execution of Removal Orders; Countries to Which Aliens May Be Removed.................    1653-AA41
1428        Establish Compliance Criteria and Comprehensive Fee for Recertification of Schools        1653-AA44
            Approved by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) To Enroll F or M
            Nonimmigrant Students.................................................................
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                        Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1429        Employer Sanctions Modifications......................................................    1653-AA01
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                     Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1430        National Flood Insurance Program; Standard Flood Insurance Policy; Expansion of           1660-AA30
            Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage and Prospective Payment of Flood Insurance
            Premiums..............................................................................
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                      Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1431        Hazard Mitigation Planning and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program........................    1660-AA17
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                      Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1432        Flood Mitigation Assistance Program...................................................    1660-AA00
1433        Criminal and Civil Penalties Under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and             1660-AA01
            Emergency Assistance Act..............................................................
1434        Disaster Assistance; Hazard Mitigation Grant Program..................................    1660-AA02
1435        Debt Collection.......................................................................    1660-AA05
1436        National Urban Search and Rescue Response System......................................    1660-AA07

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1437        National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP); Insurance Coverage and Rates.................    1660-AA09
1438        Disaster Assistance; Federal Assistance to Individuals and Households.................    1660-AA18
1439        Management Costs......................................................................    1660-AA21
1440        National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP); Group Flood Insurance Policy (GFIP)..........    1660-AA22
1441        Disaster Assistance; Crisis Counseling Regular Program; Amendment to Regulation.......    1660-AA23
1442        Disaster Assistance; Fire Management Assistance Grant Program.........................    1660-AA26
1443        National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP); Assistance to Private Sector Property            1660-AA28
            Insurers..............................................................................
1444        National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP); Assistance to Private Sector Property            1660-AA29
            Insurers; Extension of Term of Arrangement............................................
1445        Disaster Assistance; Public Assistance Insurance Requirements.........................    1660-AA32
1446        Estimating Eligible Cost..............................................................    1660-AA33
1447        Assistance Program Under the 9/11 Heroes Stamp Act of 2001............................    1660-AA34
1448        National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP); State Renewal of Group Flood Insurance Policy    1660-AA35
1449        Pilot Program for the Mitigation of Severe Repetitive Loss Properties.................    1660-AA36
1450        Flood Mitigation Assistance Program...................................................    1660-AA37
1451        Grants for Repetitive Insurance Claim Properties......................................    1660-AA38
1452        Disaster Assistance; Hazard Mitigation Grant Program..................................    1660-AA39
1453        Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program.......................................................    1660-AA40
1454        National Flood Insurance Program; Appeal of Decisions Relating to Flood Insurance         1660-AA41
            Coverage..............................................................................
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                      Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1455        Disaster Assistance Definitions; Statutory Change.....................................    1660-AA19
1456        Program Fraud Civil Remedies..........................................................    1660-AA31
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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)               Proposed Rule Stage


Office of the Secretary (OS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1143. SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENT 
OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 5 CFR 2625.105

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will tailor the Executive Branchwide 
Standards of Conduct for application in DHS. This regulation will 
replace the existing regulations of agencies that were incorporated 
into DHS that have continued to apply to those employees whose duties 
and organizational structure have remained largely unchanged after 
their incorporation. Two significant areas to be addressed are outside 
employment and participation as an officer or director of non-
Governmental organizations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Robert E. Coyle, (Acting) Legal Advisor for Ethics, 
Department of Homeland Security, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4248
Fax: 202 772-9728

RIN: 1601-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________




1144. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE 
AGREEMENTS; ADMINISTRATION OF GRANTS AND AGREEMENTS WITH INSTITUTIONS OF 
HIGHER ED., HOSPITALS, AND OTHER NONPROFIT ORGS.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 31 USC 503; 31 USC 1111; 41 USC 405; Reorganization 
Plan No. 2 of 1970; EO 11541

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is issuing 
regulations that will establish uniform administrative procedures for 
Federal grants and cooperative agreements and subawards to State, 
local, and Indian tribal governments and for Federal

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grants and agreements with institutions of higher education, hospitals 
and other nonprofit organizations. DHS is also issuing regulations 
setting for audit requirements of State and local governments and 
nonprofit organizations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Agency Contact: Van Pace, Chief Procurement Officer, Department of 
Homeland Security, Under Secretary for Management, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 205-3608
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1145.  HOMELAND SECURITY INFORMATION SHARING

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 68 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1601-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


Office of the Secretary (OS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1146. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT AND PRIVACY ACT PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 
552(a)

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 5.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action establishes procedures for the Department of 
Homeland Security, Office of the Secretary, necessary to implement the 
Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552) (FOIA) and the Privacy Act (5 
U.S.C. 552a) (Privacy Act). The provisions of this subpart shall apply 
to each component of the Department. The FOIA provides for the full 
disclosure of agency records and information to the public unless that 
information is exempt under clearly delineated statutory language. The 
Privacy Act serves to safeguard public interest in informational 
privacy by delineating the duties and responsibilities of Federal 
agencies that collect, store, and disseminate personal information 
about individuals. The procedures established here ensure that the 
Department fully satisfies its responsibility to the public to disclose 
departmental information while simultaneously safeguarding individual 
privacy. The Privacy Act serves to balance the Government's need to 
maintain information about individuals with the rights of individuals 
to be protected against unwarranted invasions of their privacy stemming 
from Federal agencies' collection, maintenance, use, and disclosure of 
personal information about them. Agencies are required to issue 
regulations outlining the agency's rules and procedures for 
implementation of the Privacy Act and its provisions in the agency. 
This includes procedures on how individuals may request access to 
information about themselves, request amendment or correction of those 
records, and request an accounting of disclosures of their records by 
the Department.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/27/03                     68 FR 4056
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/28/03
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Withnell, Chief Counsel to the Privacy 
Officer, Department of Homeland Security, Office of the Secretary, 
Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 772-5015
Fax: 202 772-5036
Email: [email protected]

Tony Kendrick, Director, Departmental Disclosure, Department of 
Homeland Security, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 772-9848
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




1147. PRODUCTION OR DISCLOSURE OF OFFICIAL INFORMATION IN CONNECTION 
WITH LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 
552(a)

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 5.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action establishes procedures governing the disclosure 
of information in connection with litigation and certain other types of 
proceedings.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/27/03                     68 FR 4070
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/28/03
Modification of Interim Final 
Rule                            02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cathy Mitrano, Deputy Associate General Counsel, 
General Law, Department of Homeland Security, Office of the General 
Counsel, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4247
Fax: 202 772-9728
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1148. CLASSIFIED NATIONAL SECURITY INFORMATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; EO 12958; EO 
13142; 3 CFR ch 1

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 7.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule will implement Executive Order 12958, 
``Classified National Security Information,'' as amended, by 
establishing elements of the Department of Homeland Security's 
classified national security information regulations, specifically the 
Secretary of

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Homeland Security's designation of a Senior Agency Official to direct 
and administer the classified information program at the Department of 
Homeland Security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/27/03                     68 FR 4073
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/28/03
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: John J. Young, Department of Homeland Security, Office 
of the Secretary, Office of Security, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 358-1438
Fax: 202 772-9741
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




1149. ENFORCEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN 
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 29 USC 794

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 15.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule establishes for the Department of 
Homeland Security the necessary procedures for the enforcement of 
section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, which 
prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicap, as it applies to 
programs or activities conducted by the Department. It sets forth 
standards for what constitutes discrimination on the basis of mental or 
physical handicap, provides a definition for individual with handicaps 
and qualified individual with handicaps, and establishes a complaint 
mechanism for resolving allegations of discrimination. Although this is 
a policy rule, the Department will examine any impact upon individuals 
that this policy may create.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/06/03                    68 FR 10886
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/06/03
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Tim Keefer, Department of Homeland Security, Civil 
Rights and Civil Liberties, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 205-4529
Fax: 202 772-9738
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




1150. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX IN EDUCATION PROGRAMS OR 
ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 20 USC 1681 to 
1683; 20 USC 1685 to 1688

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 17.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action establishes for the Department of Homeland 
Security the necessary procedures for effectuating title IX of the 
Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (except sections 904 and 906 
of those Amendments), which is designed to eliminate (with certain 
exceptions) discrimination on the basis of sex in any education program 
or activity receiving Federal financial assistance, whether or not such 
program or activity is offered or sponsored by an educational 
institution as defined in these title IX regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/06/03                    68 FR 10892
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/06/03
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Tim Keefer, Department of Homeland Security, Civil 
Rights and Civil Liberties, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 205-4529
Fax: 202 772-9738
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1151. REGULATIONS REGARDING NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, 
COLOR, OR NATIONAL ORIGIN IN PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL 
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 310; 42 USC 2000d to 
2000d-7

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 21.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action effectuates the provisions of title VI of the 
Civil Rights Act of 1964 to the end that no person in the United States 
shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded 
from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise 
subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving 
Federal financial assistance from the Department of Homeland Security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/06/03                    68 FR 10904
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/06/03
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Tim Keefer, Department of Homeland Security, Civil 
Rights and Civil Liberties, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 205-4529
Fax: 202 772-9738
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




1152. AUTHORITY OF THE SECRETARY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY; 
DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY; IMMIGRATION LAWS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101; 8 
USC 1103

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1.1; 8 CFR 2.1; 8 CFR 103.1; 8 CFR 239.1

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 73199]]

Abstract: This action amends certain regulations relating to the 
administration and enforcement of the immigration laws to reflect the 
authority of the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security 
(DHS), and to address delegation of that authority within the 
Department, as a result of the March 1, 2003, transfer of the 
Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice to 
DHS.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/06/03                    68 FR 10922
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/06/03
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Daniel Brown, Attorney, Department of Homeland 
Security, Office of the Secretary, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4239
Fax: 202 772-9731
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




1153. GOVERNMENTWIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) AND 
GOVERNMENTWIDE REQUIREMENTS FOR DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; PL 100-690; 41 
USC 701

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 27.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action establishes new procedures under Executive Order 
12549, signed February 18, 1986, and Executive Order 12689, signed 
August 16, 1989. This regulation is similar to rules of other Federal 
agencies as part of a uniform system of nonprocurement debarment and 
suspension. The rules are intended to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse, 
in Federal nonprocurement transactions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Cathy Mitrano, Deputy Associate General Counsel, 
General Law, Department of Homeland Security, Office of the General 
Counsel, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4247
Fax: 202 772-9728
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




1154. PROGRAM FRAUD CIVIL REMEDIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 31 USC 3801 to 
3812

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 19.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action implements the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act 
of 1986, which is codified at 31 U.S.C. 3801-3812. This Act imposes 
through administrative adjudication, civil penalties, and assessments 
against certain persons making false claims or statements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Cathy Mitrano, Deputy Associate General Counsel, 
General Law, Department of Homeland Security, Office of the General 
Counsel, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4247
Fax: 202 772-9728
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________




1155. REGULATIONS IMPOSING RESTRICTIONS UPON LOBBYING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 31 USC 1352, PL 
101-121

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 9.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule establishes those procedures 
necessary to fulfill departmental obligations to impose restrictions 
upon lobbying. Except to the extent a Department component has adopted 
separate guidance under 31 U.S.C. 1352, the provisions of this subpart 
shall apply to each component of the Department of Homeland Security 
(DHS).
This regulation establishes procedures concerning general prohibitions 
on lobbying, and the use of certain appropriated funds, and the 
appropriate penalties for violations of those prohibitions. The purpose 
of the procedures is to ensure that neither the recipients of 
appropriated funds nor the employees of DHS inappropriately solicit for 
action by the Congress.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/06/03                    68 FR 10912
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/06/03
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Hugo Teufel, Department of Homeland Security, 
Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4240

RIN: 1601-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________




1156. NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296; 5 USC 301; 42 USC 4321 et seq; 40 CFR 1500 
to 1508; EO 12114; EO 12898

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 1, 2003.

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to establish the procedures 
that the Department of Homeland Security shall use to comply with 
section 102(2) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, 
as amended (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)); the Council on Environmental Quality's 
(CEQ) regulations for implementing the procedural provisions of NEPA 
(40 CFR parts 1500-1508); Executive Order 12114, ``Environmental 
Effects Abroad of Major Federal Actions,'' dated January 4, 1979; and 
Executive Order 12898, ``Federal Actions to Address Environmental 
Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations,`` dated 
February 11, 1994. This publication is to be used in conjunction with 
the CEQ regulations.

[[Page 73200]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Case Opened                     06/01/04
Comment Period End              07/01/04                    69 FR 33043
Final Action                    02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: David Reese, Director, Office of Safety and 
Environment, Department of Homeland Security, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4224
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________




1157. PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE INFORMATION

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 69 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1601-AA14
_______________________________________________________________________




1158. REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING THE SUPPORT ANTITERRORISM BY FOSTERING 
EFFECTIVE TECHNOLOGIES ACT OF 2002 (THE SAFETY ACT)

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 70 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1601-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




1159. HOMELAND SECURITY ACQUISITION REGULATION (HSAR)

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 41 USC 418b(a); 41 USC 418(b)

CFR Citation: 48 CFR ch 30

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule revises the Homeland Security Acquisition 
Regulation published in the December 4, 2003, Federal Register (69 FR 
67868) as an interim rule. It addresses public comments received as a 
result of the December 4, 2003, interim rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/04/03                    68 FR 67868
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/05/04
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kathy Strouss, Department of Homeland Security, Office 
of the Chief of Procurement, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 205-0141

RIN: 1601-AA16
_______________________________________________________________________




1160. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS) HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT 
SYSTEM

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 71 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1601-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Long-Term Actions


Office of the Secretary (OS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1161.  PROCEDURES RELATING TO AWARDS UNDER THE EQUAL 
ACCESS TO JUSTICE ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296, 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 5 USC 504(c)(1)

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 13.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action implements the provisions of the Equal Access to 
Justice Act, which provides for the award of attorney fees and other 
expenses to eligible individuals, and entities who are parties to 
certain administrative proceedings before agencies of the Federal 
Government, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The 
purpose of these rules is to establish procedures for the submission 
and consideration of applications for awards before DHS.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Cathy Mitrano, Deputy Associate General Counsel, 
General Law, Department of Homeland Security, Office of the General 
Counsel, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4247
Fax: 202 772-9728
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________




1162.  COLLECTION OF NONTAX DEBTS OWED TO THE 
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: PL 107-296; 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 301; 5 USC 5514; 26 
USC 6402; 31 USC 3701; 31 USC 3711; 31 USC 3716 to 3718; 31 USC 3720A; 
31 USC 3720B; 31 USC 3720D; . . .

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 23.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule implements the Department of Homeland Security's 
(DHS) debt collection regulations to conform to the Debt Collection Act 
of 1982, Public Law 97-365, 96 Stat. 1749 (October 25, 1982), as 
amended by the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996 (DCIA), Public 
Law 104-134, 110 Stat. 1321, 1358 (April 26, 1996), the Federal Claims 
Collection Standards, 31 CFR chapter IX (parts 900 through 904), and 
other laws applicable to the collection of nontax debts owed to DHS 
entities.
DHS adopts the Governmentwide debt collection standards promulgated by 
the Departments of the Treasury and Justice, known as the Federal 
Claims Collection Standards (FCCS), as revised on November 22, 2000 (65 
FR 70390), and supplements the FCCS by prescribing procedures 
consistent with the FCCS, as necessary and appropriate for DHS 
operations. DHS entities may, but are not required to, promulgate 
additional policies and procedures consistent with this regulation, the 
FCCS, and other applicable Federal laws, policies, and procedures. This 
regulation also provides the procedures for the collection of debts 
owed to other Federal agencies when a request for offset is received by 
DHS.

[[Page 73201]]

This regulation does not apply to the collection of tax debts, which is 
governed by the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. et seq.), and 
regulations, policies, and procedures issued by the Internal Revenue 
Service or other Federal agency collecting tax debts.
Nothing in this regulation precludes the use of collection remedies not 
contained in this regulation. For example, DHS entities may collect 
unused travel advances through setoff of an employee's pay under 5 
U.S.C. 5705. DHS entities and other Federal agencies may simultaneously 
use multiple collection remedies to collect a debt, except as 
prohibited by law.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Cathy Mitrano, Deputy Associate General Counsel, 
General Law, Department of Homeland Security, Office of the General 
Counsel, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4247
Fax: 202 772-9728
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




1163.  RIGHT TO FINANCIAL PRIVACY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: PL 107-296; 116 Stat 2135; 5 USC 3012; 12 USC 3401 et 
seq, Right to Financial Privacy Act of 1978; . . .

CFR Citation: 6 CFR 25.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation establishes procedures for requesting 
information under the Right to Financial Privacy Act of 1978 (12 U.S.C. 
3401 et seq.). The Act provides for the protection of financial records 
and information from disclosure by financial institutions. Under 
certain limited circumstances and procedures, the Act permits law 
enforcement agencies to request financial records from the holding 
financial institution. These proposed provisions will authorize 
Departmental units to request such information under the format request 
procedure established by section 1108 of the Act.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Cathy Mitrano, Deputy Associate General Counsel, 
General Law, Department of Homeland Security, Office of the General 
Counsel, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 692-4247
Fax: 202 772-9728
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1601-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)               Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1164. REVISED GROUNDS OF INADMISSIBILITY; EXCEPTIONS AND WAIVERS FOR 
IMMIGRANTS AND NONIMMIGRANTS

Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 8 USC 1158 to 1160; 8 USC 1182 to 1184; 5 
USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 
USC 1154; 8 USC 1157

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 207; 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 210; 8 CFR 212; 8 
CFR 240; 8 CFR 241; 8 CFR 245; 8 CFR 245a; 8 CFR 249; 8 CFR 274a; 8 CFR 
299; . . .

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking covers several grounds of inadmissibility 
applicable to those aliens seeking admission to the United States 
temporarily or permanently--criminal, security, labor certification, 
licensure requirements for foreign medical graduates and health care 
workers, failure to attend a removal proceeding, fraud, improperly 
issued immigrant visa, permanent ineligibility for U.S. citizenship, 
and miscellaneous grounds. It implements several pieces of legislation. 
The most significant is the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA), signed on September 30, 1996, 
which substantially revised most grounds of inadmissibility under 
section 212 of the Act and the waivers available to both immigrants and 
nonimmigrants.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: CIS No. 1413-92
Transferred from RIN 1115-AB45

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, (ULLICO), Office of Program and Regulations 
Development, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754

RIN: 1615-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




1165. INTERNATIONAL MATCHMAKING ORGANIZATIONS (SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1375; PL 104-208

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 207; 28 CFR 68

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires international matchmaking organizations 
doing business in the United States to provide certain immigration 
information to any person recruited for matchmaking through these 
entities. This provision implements section 652 of the Illegal 
Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996, Public Law 
104-208.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM (CIS No. 1838-97)         07/16/97                    62 FR 38041
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/15/97

[[Page 73202]]

NPRM (CIS No. 1838-97)          04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1838-97
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE77

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________




1166. SPECIAL IMMIGRANT JUVENILE PETITIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department proposes to amend its regulations to add 
eligibility and consent requirements for approvals of special immigrant 
juvenile petitions, Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or 
Special Immigrant. The proposed rule would require petitioners for 
special immigrant juvenile classification to demonstrate that a 
dependency order relating to the juvenile beneficiary (juvenile) was 
granted on account of abuse, neglect, or abandonment and establish that 
a court has determined that the juvenile should not be returned to the 
home country. The proposed rule would also provide that a dependency 
order may not serve as a precondition to the approval of the petition 
unless the Secretary gives his express consent. These changes are 
necessary to conform the regulations to the statutory eligibility 
changes made by the Departments of Commerce, Justice, and State, the 
Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 1998.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1948-98
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF11

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




1167. IMMIGRANT AND NONIMMIGRANT; RELIGIOUS WORKERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On June 8, 1995, at 60 FR 29751, the Department published a 
final rule that provided that all persons, other than ministers, 
immigrating to the U.S. as religious workers must immigrate or adjust 
status to permanent residence before October 1, 1997. By statute this 
special immigrant category for religious workers expired on October 1, 
2000. Congress extended the category again for an additional three 
years, until October 1, 2003. This regulation will implement the 
extension of this category and modify qualifying employment experience 
requirements for those persons affected by this provision of 
immigration regulations. In order to maintain consistency in the 
adjudication of nonimmigrant and special immigrant religious worker 
classifications, the nonimmigrant religious workers classification 
will, where appropriate, reflect the special immigration religious 
worker changes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (CIS No. 1436-94)          01/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1436-94
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF12

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA16
_______________________________________________________________________




1168. DISMISSAL OF ASYLUM APPLICATION FOR UNEXCUSED FAILURE TO APPEAR 
AND AFFECT ON ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1158; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1282; 8 CFR 2; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1329a

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On December 6, 2000, a final rule was published to implement 
the asylum provisions of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA). This rule proposes to amend the 
current rule to clarify that dismissal of an asylum application will 
result in ineligibility for asylum-based employment authorization.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

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

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2011-99

[[Page 73203]]

Transferred from RIN 1115-AF38

Agency Contact: Joanna Ruppel, Deputy Director, Asylum Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, 3rd Floor, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1663

RIN: 1615-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1169. SPECIAL IMMIGRANT STATUS FOR CERTAIN NATO CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 245; 8 CFR 274

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations by establishing 
procedures for certain North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) 
civilian employees and their family members to receive special 
immigrant status in the United States and become lawful permanent 
residents of this country. This rule also offers nonimmigrant status to 
any parent or child of a NATO civilian employee who has been granted 
special immigrant status. This rule is intended to ensure the 
qualifying NATO employees and their family members are aware of their 
opportunity to acquire special immigrant status and adjustment of 
status or otherwise obtain corresponding nonimmigrant status.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1984-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF44

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________




1170. INADMISSIBILITY TO ENTER THE UNITED STATES FOR FORMER U.S. 
CITIZENS WHO RENOUNCED CITIZENSHIP TO AVOID TAXATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1182(a)(10); PL 104-208

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations by establishing 
procedures to be followed by DHS personnel and Department of State 
personnel in determining whether or not an expatriate alien is 
inadmissible to the United States under section 212(a)(10)(E) of the 
Immigration and Nationality Act. This ground of inadmissibility relates 
to former U.S. citizens who renounced U.S. citizenship on or after 
September 30, 1996, and the Secretary has determined that such 
renunciation was done for the purpose of avoiding taxation by the 
United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2039-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF69

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




1171. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NUMERICAL LIMIT ON ASYLUM GRANTS AND REFUGEE 
ADMISSIONS BASED ON RESISTANCE TO COERCIVE POPULATION CONTROL MEASURES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1157; 8 USC 1158; 8 USC 
1226; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1282; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 601(b) of the Illegal Immigration Reform and 
Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA) provides that, for any 
fiscal year, not more than a total of 1,000 refugees may be admitted or 
granted asylum based solely on resistance to coercive population 
control measures. This rule authorizes the Department of Homeland 
Security and the Executive Office for Immigration Review to make 
conditional grants of asylum in those cases in which an applicant is 
found to merit asylum solely on the basis of resistance to coercive 
population control measures and establishes a mechanism for converting 
no more than 1,000 conditional grants per fiscal year to final asylum 
grants. The rule also establishes procedures for administering a 
waiting list in those years that the number of conditional grants 
exceeds the statutory limit for final grants, reserves a certain number 
of authorization numbers for purposes of refugee admission, and 
addresses procedures for administering derivative conditional grants, 
terminating conditional grants, and other procedures specific to this 
rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2067-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF84

Agency Contact: Joanna Ruppel, Deputy Director, Asylum Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration

[[Page 73204]]

Services, 3rd Floor, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1663

RIN: 1615-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1172. INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255; 8 USC 1641; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department proposes to amend its regulations regarding 
the immigration of children of foreign states adopted by United States 
citizens. The proposed rule would establish a new definition of child 
to include children adopted from countries that have implemented the 
Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect 
of Intercountry Adoption. The proposed rule would also change 
evidentiary requirements for the immigration of adopted children to 
state that a certificate of adoption or custody issued by the Secretary 
of State of the United States is conclusive evidence of the 
relationship between an adoptive parent and the adoptive child. These 
changes are necessary to conform the regulations to the Intercountry 
Adoption Act of 2000 (IAA) (Pub. L. 106-279). The proposed rule would 
also make other technical changes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2098-00.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF96

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA43
_______________________________________________________________________




1173. WAIVER OF FEES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1201; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1252(b); 8 USC 1252(note); 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 
1356

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 244

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend Department regulations concerning 
the adjudication of requests for fee waivers filed by applicants for 
DHS benefits pursuant to 8 CFR 103.7(c). This applies to a waiver of 
fees by an immigration judge for benefit applications, petitions, 
appeals, motions, or requests in any case when an alien substantiates 
that he or she cannot pay the fee. When implemented, this rule will 
facilitate the adjudication of these requests. This rule also proposes 
to amend 8 CFR 244.20, which is a waiver of fees for Temporary 
Protected Status (TPS) applicants, for the same reasons as stated in 8 
CFR 103.7(c). The rule will also be implemented in conjunction with the 
new Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver Form.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2091-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG02

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________




1174. ADOPTION OF SIBLINGS; ADOPTED ALIEN CHILDREN LESS THAN 18 YEARS OF 
AGE CONSIDERED A ``CHILD''

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 106-139; 8 USC 1103; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule changes the definition of an adopted 
``child'' or ``orphan'' from 16 years old to 18 years old in cases 
where the alien has a younger sibling, under the age of 16, who is also 
the subject of an orphan petition held by the same U.S. citizen or 
lawful permanent resident. The change is necessary to conform the 
regulations to the statutory eligibility changes made by Public Law 
106-139. This change allows natural siblings, who might otherwise be 
separated, to be adopted together into the family of a citizen or 
lawful permanent resident of the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2110-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG04

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________




1175. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS UNDER SECTION 245(K)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 105-119

CFR Citation: 9 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes amending Department regulations for 
persons

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using section 245(k) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to adjust 
status to that of lawful permanent resident (LPR). Section 245(k) of 
the Act allows an alien with an approved employment-based petition to 
adjust status to LPR despite violations of status if those violations 
have lasted no longer than 180 days since the alien's last entry. This 
rule proposes eligibility criteria and adjustment procedures for 
persons wishing to use this section of the Act to become an LPR without 
leaving the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2120-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG10

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA54
_______________________________________________________________________




1176. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AMERICAN COMPETITIVENESS AND WORKFORCE 
IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1998 (ACWIA), THE AMERICAN COMPETITIVENESS IN THE 
TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY ACT OF 2000 (AC21), AND OTHER RELATED BILLS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186a; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1255; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 202; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 245; . 
. .

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act, Public 
Law 106-313, was enacted on October 17, 2000, along with two bills, the 
Visa Waiver Permanent Program Act, Public Law 106-311, and a bill to 
increase the fee for certain H-1B petitions. An earlier piece of 
legislation, the American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act 
(ACWIA), Public Law 105-277, was enacted to place certain conditions on 
the employment of H-1B workers. Together, these bills make significant 
changes to the H-1B classification. Public Law 106-313 increased the 
numerical H-1B cap to 195,000 for fiscal year 2000-2002 and the 
percentage of the fees that DHS receives to 4 percent. It exempts 
certain aliens from the numerical cap, provides for the ``portability'' 
of employment authorization, and in certain circumstances extensions of 
stay for certain aliens who have permanent residence applications 
pending. Public Law 105-277 imposes penalties for employers violating 
certain representations and prohibits retaliation against H-1B workers 
who disclose these violations. Finally, on November 2, 2002, the 
President approved enactment of Public Law 107-273, The Twenty First 
Century Department of Justice Appropriations Act (21st Century DOJ 
Appropriations Act), which codified a provision that amends section 
106(a) of AC21. This regulation clarifies several interpretive 
questions raised by the bills and ensures that the Department practice 
is consistent with these laws.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DHS rule 1615-AG11 implemented the American 
Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act (ACWIA); it was the 
result of a prior rule that was overtaken by new legislation relating 
to H-1B classification. ACWIA increased the numerical cap on H-1B 
nonimmigrant aliens; required certain dependent employers to make 
additional attestations to the Department of Labor (DOL); increased the 
penalties for employers who have been found to be in violation of DOL's 
rules; and created a ``whistleblower'' clause to protect H-1B workers 
who filed complaints against their employer.
In 1190-AA48, the Civil Rights Division, in cooperation with DOL, will 
implement in the Justice Department's regulations the ACWIA ``failure 
to select'' protections--codified in the Immigration and Nationality 
Act at section 212(n)(5)--by establishing a process under which U.S. 
workers may file complaints against employers for denying them 
employment opportunities by improperly hiring temporary foreign 
professionals on H-1B visas. Under that process, the Secretary is to 
receive and review these complaints and then--where there is reasonable 
cause to believe a complainant's allegations--initiate binding 
arbitration proceedings through Federal Mediation and Conciliation 
Service.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG11

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA55
_______________________________________________________________________




1177. CONSENT TO REAPPLY FOR ADMISSION AFTER REMOVAL

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1187; 8 USC 1225 to 1228; 8 USC 1252

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend the provisions regarding consent 
to reapply after removal to conform with the requirements of the 
Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 
(IIRIRA). This rulemaking intends to remove the provisions contained in 
8 CFR 212.2(i) relating to a request for consent to reapply in 
conjunction with an application for admission at a port-of-entry or 
with an application for adjustment of status. The proposed removal of 
section 212.2(i) reflects the overall scope of the changes made by 
IIRIRA and congressional intent to impose severe penalties on aliens 
who enter illegally or otherwise violate the

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U.S. immigration laws, by restricting the relief available to them in 
the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2147-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG28

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________




1178. WAIVERS OF THE TWO-YEAR FOREIGN RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT FOR CERTAIN 
EXCHANGE VISITORS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend Department regulations relating 
to the two-year foreign residence requirement under section 212(e) of 
the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act). The proposed changes would 
conform to the requirements of the Illegal Immigration Reform and 
Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA), and the Department of 
Justice Appropriations Act, 2000. The proposed rulemaking would affect 
aliens who enter the United States as J-1 or J-2 nonimmigrant exchange 
visitors and who are subject to the requirement of section 212(e) of 
the Act, which stipulates that they must return to their home country 
for a period of two years before they are eligible to change to a 
different nonimmigrant classification or apply for lawful permanent 
residence in the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2158-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG31

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________




1179. ILLEGAL ENTRIES, UNLAWFUL PRESENCE, AND AUTOMATIC VOIDING OF 
NONIMMIGRANT VISAS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule defines the categories of aliens who are 
not eligible to be issued a visa or be admitted if: they are in the 
United States illegally because they entered without proper inspection 
at a port-of-entry (section 212(a)(6)(A) of the Act); they accumulated 
certain periods of unlawful presence because they entered the United 
States illegally or stayed in the United States longer than authorized 
(section 212(a)(9)(B) of the Act); or they entered the United States 
illegally (or attempted an illegal entry) after they accumulated 
unlawful presence or after they were removed (section 212(a)(9)(C) of 
the Act). This proposed rule also describes how a nonimmigrant visa 
becomes automatically void, as provided under section 222(g) of the 
Act. This proposed rule also explains when the provisions for unlawful 
presence (sections 212(a)(9)(B) and (C) of the Act) do not apply, and 
the legal and documentary requirements for a waiver. Promulgation of 
this rule ensures that the admission to the United States of any 
ineligible alien would not adversely affect the national welfare, 
safety, or security of the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Split from CIS No. 1413
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG36

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________




1180. MEDICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS AND DESIGNATION OF CIVIL SURGEONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1222; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 232; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule defines the medical examination 
requirements for arriving aliens. It also overhauls the civil surgeon 
program to create standards for designation, procedures for periodic 
review of the civil surgeon designation, and specific provisions for 
revocation, when necessary.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

[[Page 73207]]

Additional Information: Split from CIS No. 1413
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG37

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA65
_______________________________________________________________________




1181. MEDICAL GROUNDS OF INADMISSIBILITY AND WAIVERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1157; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103, ; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule describes the medical grounds of 
inadmissibility under section 212(a)(1) of the Immigration and 
Nationality Act. It also describes which medical grounds of 
inadmissibility can be waived and the requirements for those waivers 
(including conditions for compliance).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Split from CIS No. 1413 to move forward as a 
stand-alone rule.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG38

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________




1182. ADJUSTMENT OF THE APPEAL AND MOTION FEE TO RECOVER FULL COSTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1304; 8 USC 1356; 31 USC 9701; EO 12356; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to raise the fees for filing an appeal or 
motion to reopen/reconsider any decision under the immigration laws in 
any type of proceeding over which the Board of Immigration Appeals, 
does not have appellate jurisdiction. The fee is being raised from $110 
to $368 to recover the full costs associated with the processing of an 
appeal or motion to reopen/reconsider. Fees collected are deposited 
into the Immigration Examinations Fee Account and used to fund the full 
cost of processing immigration benefit applications and associated 
support benefits; the full cost of providing similar benefits to asylum 
and refugee applicants; and the full cost of similar benefits provided 
to other immigrants, as specified in the regulation, at no charge. 
Federal guidelines require the Department of Homeland Security to 
establish and collect fees to recover the full cost of processing 
immigration benefit applications, rather than supporting these services 
with tax revenue.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2245-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG89

Agency Contact: Paul Schlesinger, Acting Director, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Room 
5307, Office of Budget, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20529
Phone: 202 616-0563
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA88
_______________________________________________________________________




1183. CHANGES TO EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION ELIGIBILITY FOR CERTAIN 
APPLICANTS AND TO STANDARDS FOR DETERMINING A FRIVOLOUS ASYLUM 
APPLICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1158; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1282; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend the employment authorization and 
asylum regulations to restrict employment authorization for certain 
applicants facing cancellation of removal status and to modify the 
standard by which the Immigration Court may find an asylum application 
frivolous. In addition, the amendment will clarify that the 
Department's decision to grant employment authorization on the basis of 
certain pending applications is discretionary. The Department is 
proposing these amendments to curb abuse of the immigration system by 
nonbona fide asylum applicants who improperly use the asylum process as 
a vehicle to be placed in proceedings in Immigration Court to obtain 
nonasylum-related employment authorization or who submit abusive, 
fraudulent, or clearly baseless asylum applications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2251-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG91

Agency Contact: Joanna Ruppel, Deputy Director, Asylum Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, 3rd Floor, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1663

RIN: 1615-AA89

[[Page 73208]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1184. REMOVAL OF STANDARDIZED REQUEST FOR EVIDENCE PROCESSING TIMEFRAME

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, September 1, 2003, NPRM Comment Period 
Ends January 1, 2003.

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend Department of Homeland Security 
regulations by removing the absolute requirement for, and the fixed 
regulatory time limitations on responses to, a Citizenship and 
Immigration Services (CIS) issued Request for Evidence (RFE) or Notice 
of Intent to Deny (NOID). These changes will enable CIS to set an 
appropriate deadline for responding to an RFE or NOID, specific to the 
type of case, benefit category, or classification, and thus improve the 
process of adjudication of applications and petitions by reducing the 
time a case is held awaiting evidence, and by reducing average case 
processing time. This rule will result in improved efficiency in the 
CIS adjudication process.
In addition, this rule includes certain organizational changes 
necessitated by the implementation of the Homeland Security Act of 
2002, Public Law 107-296. This rule also removes obsolete regulatory 
language related to the Replenishment Agricultural Worker (RAW) program 
under section 210A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act), which 
was repealed by section 219(ee)(1) of the Immigration and Technical 
Corrections Act of 1994, Public Law 103-416. The rule further removes 
references to the use of qualified designated entities for filing of 
applications for adjustment of status in the Seasonal Agricultural 
Workers (SAW) and legalization programs under section 210 and 245A of 
the Act. By including the organizational changes, the rule will also 
assist the public in understanding the delegation of authority for 
adjudicating cases.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2287-03

Agency Contact: Christopher M. Quimby, Chief, Operations Support 
Branch, Office of Program and Regulations Development, Department of 
Homeland Security, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 616-7708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AB13
_______________________________________________________________________




1185. ESTABLISHMENT OF FEE FOR PROCESSING GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH REQUESTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1252b

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, the 
Department of Homeland Security processes all requests for its records 
including historical and genealogical records. This rule proposes to 
amend the Department's regulations by establishing the Genealogy 
Program to process requests for historical records. The Department's 
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Servies agency will charge a fee to 
recover the cost of searching, locating, retrieving, copying, 
reviewing, and mailing these records to the requester. The Genealogy 
Program is necessary to provide a more timely response to requests for 
genealogical and historical records.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2074-00
Transferred from RIN 1680-AA01

Agency Contact: Ronald Whitelaw, Branch Chief, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, (ULLICO), 
Office of Records Services, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, 
DC 20529
Phone: 202 305-8274
Fax: 202 616-4282

RIN: 1615-AB19
_______________________________________________________________________




1186.  ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS OFFICE: PROCEDURAL 
REFORMS TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 
1103; 8 USC 1304; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 205; 8 CFR 210; 8 CFR 214; 8 
CFR 245a; 8 CFR 320; . . .

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule revises the requirements and procedures 
for the filing of motions and appeals before the Department's U.S. 
Citizenship and Immigration Services agency and the Administrative 
Appeals Office. The proposed changes are intended to streamline the 
existing processes for filing motions and appeals and will reduce 
delays in the review and appellate process. This rule also makes 
additional changes necessitated by the establishment of the Department 
of Homeland Security and its resulting Bureaus.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS 2311-04

Agency Contact: Maura Deadrick, Adjudications Officer, Administrative 
Appeals Office, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship 
and Immigration Services, Room 3040, 3rd Floor, 20 Massachusetts Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 272-1250
Fax: 202 272-1262

RIN: 1615-AB29

[[Page 73209]]

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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1187. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS TO THAT OF PERSON ADMITTED FOR PERMANENT 
RESIDENCE: CONDITIONAL RESIDENTS AND FIANCE(E)S

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1154; 8 USC 
1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255; 8 USC 1257; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule amends Department regulations by clarifying 
that an alien remains ineligible for adjustment of status after 
termination of conditional permanent resident status. The clarification 
is necessary in view of the determination by the Board of Immigration 
Appeals that the current regulations do not prohibit the adjustment of 
status of an alien whose conditional resident status has been 
terminated. This final rule would also modify provisions regulating the 
adjustment of status of nonimmigrant fiance(e)s to reflect the current 
statue and to eliminate hardships on certain persons who are unable, 
despite their good faith intentions, to marry until after the 
expiration of the alien spouse's period of admission as a nonimmigrant 
fiance(e).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/20/96                    61 FR 43028
NPRM Comment Period End         10/21/96
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: CIS No. 1353-91
Transferred from RIN 1115-AC70

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




1188. PETITION TO CLASSIFY ALIEN AS IMMEDIATE RELATIVE OF A U.S. CITIZEN 
OR AS A PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT; SELF-PETITIONING FOR CERTAIN BATTERED OR 
ABUSED ALIEN SPOUSES AND CHILDREN

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; PL 103-322; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 
1153; 8 USC 1154; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department published an interim rule on this subject in 
1996. This final rule allows battered and abused spouses and children 
of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to petition for 
immigrant classification. The consent of the abuser would not be 
required. The final rule uses the term abused to mean either battered 
or subjected to extreme cruelty.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/26/96                    61 FR 13061
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/26/96
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/28/96
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: CIS No. 1705-95
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE04

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




1189. AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT ON BEHALF OF IMMIGRANTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1183a; PL 104-208; PL 104-193; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 213a; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations by establishing that an 
individual (the sponsor) who files an affidavit of support under 
section 213A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) on behalf of 
an intending immigrant incurs an obligation that may be enforced by a 
civil action. This rule also specifies the requirements that Federal, 
State, or local agencies or private entities must meet to request 
reimbursement from the sponsor for provision of means-tested public 
benefits and provides procedures for imposing the civil penalty 
provided for under section 213A of the INA, if the sponsor fails to 
give notice of any change of address. This rule is necessary to ensure 
that sponsors of aliens meet their obligations under section 213A of 
the INA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule (CIS No. 
1807-96)                        10/20/97                    62 FR 52346
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/07/98
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1807-96; PL 104-208, title IV; and PL 
104-193, title IV
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE58

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, (ULLICO), Office of Program and Regulations 
Development, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754

RIN: 1615-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




1190. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS, CONTINUED VALIDITY OF NONIMMIGRANT STATUS, 
AND UNEXPIRED EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION FOR APPLICANTS MAINTAINING 
NONIMMIGRANT H OR L STATUS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1282; 8 CFR 2; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC

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1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1255; 8 
USC 1281

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Over the last several years, the Department has issued 
numerous policy statements regarding its position on employment 
authorization, advance parole, and extension of nonimmigrant status for 
certain skilled nonimmigrant workers who have filed for adjustment to 
permanent resident status. This interim final rule codifies existing 
DHS policy statements by incorporating them into the Department's 
regulations; and eliminates the requirement for permission for overseas 
travel for adjustment applicants who are maintaining H-1 or L 
nonimmigrant status. The Department is publishing a final rule in 
response to public comments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/01/99                    64 FR 29208
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/02/99
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1881-97
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE96

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________




1191. FINGERPRINTING APPLICANTS AND PETITIONERS FOR IMMIGRATION 
BENEFITS; ESTABLISHING A FEE FOR FINGERPRINTING BY THE DEPARTMENT OF 
HOMELAND SECURITY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 
USC 1252b; 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 1356

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 299; 8 CFR 316; 8 CFR 335

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 
regulations relating to fingerprinting applicants and petitioners for 
benefits under the Immigration and Nationality Act by: canceling the 
Designated Fingerprinting Service program; requiring applicants and 
petitioners for benefits to be fingerprinted at either a DHS Office, a 
State, or local law enforcement agency, or at a United States consular 
or military office; establishing a fee for fingerprinting by the 
Department; and requiring confirmation from the Federal Bureau of 
Investigation that a full criminal background check has been completed 
before adjudication of a naturalization application is completed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/17/98                    63 FR 12979
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/29/98
Interim Final Rule Correction   04/09/98                    63 FR 17489
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/18/98
Final Action                    07/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Additional Information: CIS No. 1891-97
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF03

Agency Contact: Pamela T. Wallace, Staff Officer, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Room 
980, Field Operations, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20529
Phone: 202 272-1017

RIN: 1615-AA14
_______________________________________________________________________




1192. SUSPENSION OF DEPORTATION AND SPECIAL RULE CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL 
FOR CERTAIN NATIONALS OF GUATEMALA, EL SALVADOR, AND FORMER SOVIET BLOC 
COUNTRIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 8 USC 1225 to 1227; 8 USC 1251; 8 USC 1252 
note; 8 USC 1252a; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1158; 8 
USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1224

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 240; 8 CFR 246; 8 CFR 274a; . 
. .

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule implements section 203 of the Nicaraguan Adjustment 
and Central American Relief Act (NACARA), enacted as title II of Public 
Law No. 105-100, 111 Stat. 2160, 2193 (1997) (as amended by Technical 
Corrections to the Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief 
Act (NACARA), Public Law 105-139, Stat. 2644 (1997)). Section 203 of 
NACARA provides that certain Guatemalans, Salvadorans, and nationals of 
former Soviet Bloc countries are eligible to apply for cancellation of 
removal under the standards for suspension of deportation similar to 
those that existed prior to enactment of Illegal Immigration Reform and 
Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA). The rule establishes the 
authority of DHS asylum officers to adjudicate certain applications 
under section 203 of NACARA, provides application and adjudication 
procedures, identifies factors and standards relevant to eligibility, 
and establishes a rebuttable presumption of extreme hardship for 
certain NACARA beneficiaries.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (CIS No. 1915-98)          11/24/98                    63 FR 64895
NPRM Comment Period End (CIS No. 
1915-98)                        01/25/99
Interim Rule (CIS No. 1915-98)  05/21/99                    64 FR 27856
Interim Rule Comment Period End 07/20/99
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

[[Page 73211]]

Additional Information: CIS No. 1915-98
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF14

Agency Contact: Joanna Ruppel, Deputy Director, Asylum Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, 3rd Floor, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1663

RIN: 1615-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________




1193. INADMISSIBILITY AND DEPORTABILITY ON PUBLIC CHARGE GROUNDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1183; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 237

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations to establish clear 
standards governing a determination that an alien is admissible or 
ineligible to adjust status, or has become deportable, on public charge 
grounds. This rule is necessary to alleviate growing public confusion 
over the meaning of the currently undefined term public charge in 
immigration law and its relationship to the receipt of Federal, State, 
or local public benefits. By defining public charge, DHS seeks to 
reduce the existing confusion and to provide aliens with better 
guidance as to the types of public benefits that will and will not be 
considered in public charge determinations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/26/99                    64 FR 28676
NPRM Comment Period End         07/26/99
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: CIS No. 1989-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF45

Agency Contact: Alice Smith, Associate Counsel, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Room 6100, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, 
DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1400
Fax: 202 272-1405

RIN: 1615-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________




1194. APPLICATION FOR REFUGEE STATUS; ACCEPTABLE SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT 
GUARANTY OF TRANSPORTATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1157; 8 USC 
1158; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 207

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act authorizes 
the Attorney General as delegated to the Secretary of Homeland Security 
to admit refugees to the United States under certain conditions, 
including those provided for by regulation. DHS regulations require 
that sponsorship agreements be secured before an applicant is granted 
admission as a refugee at a U.S. port-of-entry. The determination of 
whether or not someone is classified as a refugee is described in the 
Act as a separate decision from whether a refugee may be admitted to 
the United States in refugee status. This rule amends Department 
regulations by removing language that erroneously implies that DHS 
requires a sponsorship agreement and guarantee of transportation prior 
to determining whether an applicant is a refugee. This rule is 
necessary to clarify issues in the existing regulation, and provides 
more advantageous treatment for the limited number of applicants for 
refugee status who have their DHS interviews before sponsorship 
agreements have been secured.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/21/99                    64 FR 27660
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/20/99
Final Action                    02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1999-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF49

Agency Contact: Kathleen Thompson, Staff Officer, Office of 
International Affairs, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Citizenship and Immigration Services, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 305-2756

RIN: 1615-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________




1195. BATTERED AND ABUSED CONDITIONAL RESIDENTS; TERMINATION OF MARRIAGE 
BY CONDITIONAL RESIDENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1154; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186a

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 216; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Enacted on November 10, 1986, the Immigration Marriage Fraud 
Amendments of 1986 (IMFA) made a number of changes to the Immigration 
and Nationality Act (Act) to deter aliens from marrying solely to 
obtain immigration benefits. IMFA established a conditional resident 
status for aliens who obtained lawful permanent resident status based 
upon a marriage of less than two years duration. The interim rule 
published on May 16, 1991, established procedures to allow a 
conditional resident who married in good faith but whose marriage was 
terminated by the United States citizen or lawful permanent resident 
spouse to seek a waiver of the joint filing requirement. The interim 
rule published on May 16, 1991, also was necessary to provide a method 
by which a battered conditional resident, or a conditional resident 
parent of an abused conditional resident child, may apply for removal 
of the conditional basis of resident status without filing a joint 
petition. This interim rule implements certain technical changes made 
by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 
1996 and addresses comments received in response to the interim rule 
published on May 16, 1991.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/16/91                    56 FR 22635
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

[[Page 73212]]

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Interim Rule for CIS No. 1423-91 published on 
May 16, 1991.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF59

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




1196. REVOKING GRANTS OF NATURALIZATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1443

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 340

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations by rescinding the 
regulations relating to administrative revocation of naturalization. 
This change is necessary since the previous regulations at 8 CFR 340.1 
were invalidated on July 20, 2000, by the Ninth Court of Appeals in the 
class action lawsuit Gorbach v. Reno, 219 F.3d 1087 (9th Cir. 2000), 
and final injunction prohibiting the use of these regulations on 
February 14, 2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/31/00                    65 FR 17127
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/30/00
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No.1858-97
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF63

Agency Contact: John D. Miles, Associate Area Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 
Office of Chief Counsel, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20529
Phone: 202 272-1400
Fax: 202 272-1405

RIN: 1615-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________




1197. REGISTRATION AND FINGERPRINTING OF ALIENS IN THE UNITED STATES: 
CONTROL OF EMPLOYMENT OF ALIENS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1201a; 8 USC 1301; 8 USC 
1305

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 264; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations governing 
applications for renewal of 10-year Permanent Resident Cards upon their 
expiration. This rule adds documents to the acceptable list of 
registration requirements and clarifies the requirements for lawful 
permanent residents to file Form I-90, Application to Replace Alien 
Registration Card, if they are also applying for naturalization. This 
rule also provides additional methods to verify employment eligibility 
for those in the process of renewing their expired or expiring Form I-
551, Permanent Resident Card. These changes are necessary to facilitate 
the 10-year Form I-551 renewal process. This rule also clarifies the 
fingerprinting requirements for lawful permanent residents who reach 
the age of 14 years.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No.2042-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF71

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________




1198. ADDING ACTUARIES AND PLANT PATHOLOGISTS TO THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE 
TRADE AGREEMENT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186a; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1281; 8 USC 1282

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214.6

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule proposes to amend 8 CFR 214.6 by adding the 
occupations of actuary and plant pathologists to appendix 1603.D.1. 
This rule proposes to modify the licensure requirements for Canadian 
citizens seeking admission to the United States as a TN nonimmigrant 
category alien. These amendments are being proposed to reflect the 
agreements made among the three parties to the North American Free 
Trade Agreement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/19/00                    65 FR 79320
NPRM Comment Period End         02/20/01
Final Action                    11/00/04
Final Action Effective          12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2068-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF85

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1199. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS TO THAT OF PERSON ADMITTED FOR PERMANENT 
RESIDENCE; TEMPORARY REMOVAL OF CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS OF ELIGIBILITY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1252b; 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 1356

[[Page 73213]]

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 205; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is amending its regulations governing 
eligibility for adjustment of status under section 245(i) of the 
Immigration and Nationality Act to conform the regulations to existing 
policy and procedures and to remove language that has been superseded 
by subsequent legislation. Specifically, this rule conforms the 
regulations to include the changes made by Public Law 105-119 and 
Public Law 106-544. It also provides for the changes contained in the 
Legal Immigration Family Equity Act of 2000 (LIFE Act). As required by 
the Life Act, this rule changes the sunset date of section 245(i) of 
the Immigration and Naturalization Act to the new date of April 30, 
2001, for filing of qualifying petitions or applications that enable 
the applicant to apply to adjust status using section 245(i) and 
clarifies the effect of the new sunset date on eligibility. This means 
that in order to preserve the ability to apply for adjustment of status 
under section 245(i), an alien must be the beneficiary of a visa 
petition for classification under section 204 of the Act or application 
for labor certification properly filed on or before April 30, 2001, and 
determined to have approval when filed. This rule also provides 
guidance on the standard for review of filing for immigrant visa 
petitions and applications for labor certification on or before April 
30, 2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/26/01                    66 FR 16383
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/26/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/25/01
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2078-00; This rulemaking supersedes RIN 
1615-AA85
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF91

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




1200. ASYLUM AND WITHHOLDING DEFINITIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1158; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1282; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend regulations that govern 
establishing asylum eligibility by providing guidance on certain issues 
that have arisen in the context of asylum adjudications. The amendments 
focus on portions of the regulations that deal with the definitions of 
membership in a particular social group, State action requirements, and 
determinations about whether persecution is inflicted on account of a 
protected tort. This rule codifies long-standing concepts of the 
definitions. It clarifies that gender can be a basis for membership in 
a particular social group. It also clarifies that a person who has 
suffered or fears domestic violence may under certain circumstances be 
eligible for asylum on that basis. The Department of Homeland Security 
believes this issue required further examination after the Board of 
Immigration Appeals decision, Matter of R-A.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/07/00                    65 FR 76588
NPRM Comment Period End         01/22/01
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2092-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF92

Agency Contact: Dorthea Lay, Associate Counsel, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Office of the 
Chief Counsel, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1400
Fax: 202 272-1405

RIN: 1615-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________




1201. PETITION TO CLASSIFY ALIEN AS IMMEDIATE RELATIVE OF A U.S. CITIZEN 
OR PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT; ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS TO THAT OF A PERSON 
ADMITTED FOR PERMANENT RESIDENCE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule amends regulations of the Department of 
Homeland Security to provide an exception from the general prohibition 
against approval of immigration benefits based upon a marriage entered 
into during removal proceedings. The rule creates a good faith 
exception to the prohibition. This final rule completes the regulatory 
implementation of the Immigration Act of 1990.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/20/91                    56 FR 28311
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/20/91
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: See CIS No. 1419-91
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF94

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA42

[[Page 73214]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1202. ACADEMIC HONORARIUM FOR B NONIMMIGRANT ALIENS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 105-277; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DHS is proposing to amend its regulations relating to the 
acceptance of academic honoraria by nonimmigrant aliens admitted to the 
United States as a B visa visitor status. This is necessary to 
implement changes to section 212 of the Immigration and Nationality Act 
made by the American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act of 
1998. The amendment outlines the proposed procedures necessary for a 
nonimmigrant alien visiting the United States in valid B visa status to 
accept honoraria in connection with usual academic activities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/30/02                    67 FR 37727
NPRM Comment Period End         07/29/02
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2100-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF97

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




1203. CHILDREN BORN OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES; APPLICATIONS FOR 
CERTIFICATE OF CITIZENSHIP

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 106-395

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 299; 8 CFR 310; 8 CFR 320; 8 CFR 322; 8 
CFR 338; 8 CFR 341; 8 CFR 499; . . .

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 27, 2001, Child Citizenship 
Act of 2000.

Abstract: This rule implements title I of the Child Citizenship Act of 
2000, Public Law 106-395. First, it amends DHS regulations by adding a 
new part which addresses application procedures for foreign-born 
children residing in the United States pursuant to a lawful admission 
for permanent residence, who acquire citizenship automatically under 
section 320 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act), as amended. 
This rule established procedures for these foreign-born children, 
including adopted children, to obtain certificates of citizenship. 
Second, this rule also addresses application procedures for foreign-
born children residing outside the United States, who can acquire 
citizenship under section 322 of the Act, as amended, by approval of an 
application and taking the oath of allegiance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/13/01                    66 FR 32138
Interim Final Rule Effective    06/13/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/13/01
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2101-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF98

Agency Contact: John D. Miles, Associate Area Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 
Office of Chief Counsel, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20529
Phone: 202 272-1400
Fax: 202 272-1405

RIN: 1615-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________




1204. ALLOWING FOR THE FILING OF FORM I-140 VISA PETITION CONCURRENTLY 
WITH A FORM I-485 APPLICATION IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255; 8 USC 1641

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current regulations provide that an alien worker who 
wants to apply for permanent residence by filing the appropriate Form 
I-485, Application To Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, 
cannot do so until he or she obtains approval of the underlying 
petition, Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker. This 
procedure has resulted in aliens experiencing unnecessary delays due to 
the heavy backlog created by increasing numbers of cases received by 
the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This rule amends DHS 
regulations by allowing the Forms I-140 and I-485 to be filed 
concurrently when a visa is immediately available, thereby improving 
the efficiency of the system, as well as customer service. This rule 
will also allow the alien worker to apply for employment authorization 
(Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization) and advance 
parole authorization (Form I-131, Application for Travel Document) 
while the Form I-485 is pending.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/31/02                    67 FR 49561
Interim Final Rule Effective    07/31/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/30/02
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2104-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG00

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA46

[[Page 73215]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1205. ESTABLISHING PREMIUM PROCESSING SERVICE FOR EMPLOYMENT-BASED 
PETITIONS AND APPLICATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule changes Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 
regulations to establish premium processing service for certain 
employment-based petitions and applications. If an individual pays a 
fee for premium processing service, DHS will process the petition or 
application in 15 days. Premium Processing Service will give American 
businesses an option to pay for more rapid processing of petitions and 
applications to meet their needs for foreign workers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/01/01                    66 FR 29682
Interim Final Rule Effective    06/01/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/31/01
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2108-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG03

Agency Contact: Cindy Keiss, Staff Officer, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 10th Floor, 
20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1508

RIN: 1615-AA49
_______________________________________________________________________




1206. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS FOR CERTAIN NATIONALS OF NICARAGUA, CUBA, AND 
HAITI

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1255

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 241; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule implements the provisions of the Legal 
Immigration Family Equity Act (LIFE Act) and its technical amendments 
to both the Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act 
(NACARA), and the Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA) of 
1998. Specifically, section 1505 of the amendments to the LIFE Act 
states that section 241(a)(5) of the Immigration and Nationality Act 
(I&NA) does not apply to adjustment applicants under NACARA/HRIFA and 
that the grounds of inadmissibility under section 212(a)(9)(A) and (C) 
of the I&NA may be waived for NACARA/HRIFA adjustment applicants. 
Section 241(a)(5) of the I&NA provides for the reinstatement of a 
removal order against any alien who illegally re-enters the United 
States after having been removed or after having departed voluntarily 
under an order of removal. It also bars any alien whose removal order 
has been reinstated from receiving any relief under the I&NA, including 
any waivers of grounds of inadmissibility necessary for the grant of 
adjustment of status. Sections 212(a)(9)(A) and 212(a)(9)(C) of the 
I&NA are grounds of inadmissibility relating to aliens previously 
removed and aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States 
after previous immigration violations, respectively. Section 1505 of 
the amendments to the LIFE Act also states that an alien who has become 
eligible for benefits under NACARA/HRIFA as a result of the enactment 
of the LIFE Act may file a motion to reopen his or her removal 
proceedings in order to apply for adjustment or to apply for 
cancellation of removal or suspension of deportation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/31/01                    66 FR 29449
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/31/01
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2113-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG05

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA51
_______________________________________________________________________




1207. ADJUSTMENT TO LAWFUL RESIDENT STATUS OF CERTAIN CLASS ACTION 
PARTICIPANTS WHO ENTERED BEFORE JANUARY 1, 1982, UNDER THE LEGAL 
IMMIGRATION AND FAMILY EQUITY ACT (LIFE ACT)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1255a; 8 USC 1225a note

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 245a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule (CIS No. 2115-01) implements section 
1104 of the Legal Immigration Family Equity Act (LIFE) and LIFE Act 
Amendments pertaining to adjustment of status of certain class action 
participants (specifically, Catholic Social Services v. Meese (CSS), 
509 U.S. 43 (1993), League of United Latin American Citizens v. INS 
(LULAC), 509 U.S. 43 (1993), and Zambrano v. INS, 509 U.S. 918 (1993) 
class applicants) who entered before January 1, 1982, to that of a 
person admitted for lawful residence. This rule establishes procedures 
for a one-year application period to allow CSS, LULAC, and Zambrano 
class applicants to apply for adjustment of status to that of lawful 
permanent residence.
CIS No. 2145-01 amends the Department's regulations by establishing 
procedures to apply for Family Unity benefits for certain spouses and 
unmarried children of aliens who adjusted to lawful permanent resident 
(LPR) status pursuant to section 1104 of the Legal Immigration Family 
Equity (LIFE) Act--known as the LIFE Legalization provision. It applies 
to those persons who are no longer present in the United States to 
allow them to apply for Family Unity benefits pursuant to section 1504 
of the LIFE Act Amendments. This rule also establishes procedures for 
certain spouses and unmarried children who previously were granted 
Family Unity benefits pursuant to section 1504 of the LIFE Act 
Amendments to apply for an

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extension of their Family Unity benefits. This rule is necessary to 
ensure that those aliens eligible to apply for, and extend, Family 
Unity benefits under the provisions of the LIFE Act Amendments are able 
to do so in a timely manner.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule (CIS No. 
2115) Life Legalization         06/01/01                    66 FR 29661
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/31/01
Notice                          08/29/01                    66 FR 45694
Final Action (CIS No. 2115-01)  06/04/02                    67 FR 38341
Final Action Effective          06/04/02
Interim Final Rule (CIS No. 
2145) Family Unity Benefits     03/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2115-01
CIS No. 2145-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG06

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________




1208. NONIMMIGRANT CLASSES; SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF LAWFUL PERMANENT 
RESIDENTS; V CLASSIFICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1102; PL 106-553

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 205; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 
CFR 245; 8 CFR 248; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 1102 of the LIFE Act of 2000 amends the Immigration 
and Nationality Act to create a new nonimmigrant classification V for 
the spouses and children of lawful permanent residents awaiting the 
availability of an immigrant visa number in the appropriate preference 
category in accordance with the State Department's monthly Visa 
Bulletin. Eligible spouses and children of lawful permanent residents 
residing abroad that obtain the V nonimmigrant visa from the Department 
of State may work and reside in the United States on the basis of the V 
classification until they can apply for adjustment of status to that of 
lawful permanent resident. Certain eligible spouses and children of 
lawful permanent residents already present in the United States may be 
granted V classification until they can apply to adjust status to that 
of lawful permanent resident. This rule sets forth eligibility criteria 
and procedures for obtaining the V visa classification and related 
employment authorization.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/07/01                    66 FR 46697
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/07/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/06/01
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2117-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG08

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________




1209. K NONIMMIGRANT CLASSIFICATION; LEGAL IMMIGRATION FAMILY EQUITY ACT 
(LIFE)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 106-553

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 245; 8 CFR 248; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 21, 2000.

Abstract: Section 1103 of the Legal Immigration Family Equity Act 
(LIFE), Public Law 106-553, creates a new nonimmigrant classification 
under the Immigration and Nationality Act section 101(a)(15)(K) for the 
spouses and children of U.S. citizens who have pending immigrant visa 
applications. This rule establishes this classification in DHS 
regulations, including creating filing and adjudication procedures, as 
well as procedures for adjusting status from this new nonimmigrant 
classification to that of a lawful permanent resident.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/14/01                    66 FR 42587
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/15/01
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: LIFE creates another separate nonimmigrant 
classification V and also amends the INA for other purposes. Each of 
these will be addressed in a separate rule. CIS No. 2127-01.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG12

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA56
_______________________________________________________________________




1210. NEW CLASSIFICATION FOR VICTIMS OF SEVERE FORMS OF TRAFFICKING IN 
PERSONS ELIGIBLE FOR THE T NONIMMIGRANT STATUS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101 to 1104; 8 USC 1182; 
8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1224; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 
8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1252a; 22 USC 7101; 22 USC 7105; . . .

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CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 274a; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule sets forth application requirements for a new 
nonimmigrant classification. The T classification was created by 107(e) 
of the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000 
(VTVPA), Public Law 106-386. The T nonimmigrant classification was 
designed for eligible victims of severe forms of trafficking stet 
persons who aid the Government with their case against the traffickers 
and who can establish that they would suffer extreme hardship involving 
unusual and severe harm if they were removed from the United States 
after having completed their assistance to law enforcement. The rule 
establishes application procedures and responsibilities for the 
Department of Homeland Security and provides guidance to the public on 
how to meet certain requirements to obtain T nonimmigrant status.
There is a statutory cap for T nonimmigrant status for victims of a 
severe form of trafficking (principals), which is set at 5,000 per 
annum. The law also provides that certain family members can derive T 
status through the principal's application.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/31/02                     67 FR 4784
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/04/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/01/02
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Additional Information: CIS No. 2132-01; AG Order No. 2554-2002
There is a related rulemaking, CIS No. 2170-01, the new U nonimmigrant 
status (RIN 1615-AA67).
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG19

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________




1211. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS FOR VICTIMS OF TRAFFICKING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101 to 1104; 8 USC 1182; 
8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1224; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 
8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1252a; 8 USC 1255; 22 USC 7101; 22 USC 
7105; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule sets forth measures by which certain victims of 
severe forms of trafficking who have been granted T nonimmigrant status 
may apply for adjustment to permanent resident status in accordance 
with Public Law 106-386, the Victims of Trafficking and Violence 
Protection Act of 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2134-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG21

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA60
_______________________________________________________________________




1212. REMOVAL OF LIMITATIONS ON THE VALIDITY PERIOD FOR EMPLOYMENT 
AUTHORIZATION DOCUMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1201; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 
regulations governing issuance of Employment Authorization Documents 
(EADs) to give the agency discretion to modify EAD validity periods for 
initial, renewal, and replacement EADs. This rule also amended the 
regulations to reflect that the agency will issue EADs to aliens 
granted asylum by the Department of Justice, Executive Office of 
Immigration Review (EOIR), with validity periods of up to five years, 
unless otherwise appropriate.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/30/04                    69 FR 45555
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/28/04
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2152-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG32

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________




1213. NEW CLASSIFICATION FOR VICTIMS OF CERTAIN CRIMINAL ACTIVITY; 
ELIGIBILITY FOR THE U NONIMMIGRANT STATUS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 
USC 1102; . . .

[[Page 73218]]

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule sets forth application requirements for a new 
nonimmigrant status. The U classification is for non-U.S. Citizen/
Lawful Permanent Resident victims of certain crimes who cooperate with 
an investigation or prosecution of those crimes. There is a limit of 
10,000 principals per year.
This rule establishes the procedures to be followed in order to 
petition for the U nonimmigrant classifications. Specifically, the rule 
addresses: the essential elements that must be demonstrated to receive 
the nonimmigrant classification; procedures that must be followed to 
make an application; and evidentiary guidance to assist in the 
petitioning process. Eligible victims will be allowed to remain in the 
United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1115-AG39

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________




1214. DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN TEMPORARY RESIDENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1181; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1203; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1257; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 211

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule adds a document to the list of documents that 
may be presented by certain returning temporary residents in lieu of an 
immigrant visa. This rule will allow the Form I-797, Notice of Action, 
issued to certain aliens who have adjusted to temporary resident status 
pursuant to 8 CFR 245a to be used as an entry document at a port-of-
entry. This rule is necessary to ensure that those temporary resident 
aliens eligible to reenter the United States with a Form I-797 are able 
to do so.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2177-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG44

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA69
_______________________________________________________________________




1215. RESTRUCTURING THE NONIMMIGRANT REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 252

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim regulation reorganizes the nonimmigrant 
regulations. It divides existing 8 CFR 214 into several new CFR parts, 
creating a new part for each major nonimmigrant classification. The 
regulation does not make significant changes to the regulations, but 
does rewrite and reorganize them to make them easier to read and 
follow. In addition the regulation eliminates obsolete provisions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2218-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG62

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA74
_______________________________________________________________________




1216. WAIVERS FOR NONIMMIGRANTS UNDER SECTION 212(D)(3)(A) OF THE 
IMMIGRATION AND NATIONALITY ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends regulations pertaining to the process by 
which waiver requests are referred to DHS by the Department of State 
for certain nonimmigrants. This rule affects individuals located 
outside of the United States who are applying for temporary visas. 
Promulgation of this rulemaking ensures that DHS' rules are consistent 
with long-standing agency practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2200-02

[[Page 73219]]

Transferred from RIN 1115-AG63

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA75
_______________________________________________________________________




1217. CLARIFICATION OF REGULATIONS RELATING TO ALIENS THAT ARE 
EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZED INCIDENT TO STATUS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1201a; 8 USC 
1301 to 1305; 8 USC 1324a

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 2; 8 CFR 264; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule (1) clarifies the regulations relating to 
aliens who are ``employment authorized incident to status;'' (2) 
implements regulations to Public Laws 107-124 and 107-125, which 
provide for employment authorization for certain spouses of E and L 
nonimmigrants; and (3) makes a series of technical changes to the 8 CFR 
to update and clarify language relating to employment authorization and 
employment authorization documents.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2204-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG74

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA78
_______________________________________________________________________




1218. PROCEDURES FOR CONDUCTING EXAMINATIONS AND WAIVING THE OATH OF 
ALLEGIANCE FOR NATURALIZATION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1421; 8 USC 1443; 8 USC 1447; 8 CFR 
2.1; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 310; 8 CFR 313; 8 CFR 316; 8 CFR 319; 8 CFR 333; . 
. .

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation provides procedures for conducting 
examinations and waiving the oath of allegiance attachment requirement 
and the oath requirement for any individual who has a developmental, 
physical, or mental impairment that makes him or her unable to 
understand, or communicate an understanding of, the meaning of the 
oath. The rule incorporates changes made by Public Law 106-448, which 
authorized the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 
to waive the oath requirement for such individuals. It also specifies 
who is authorized to act as a designated representative on behalf of 
applicants who qualify for the waiver and addresses how DHS will 
conduct examinations with such representatives to ensure that 
applicants with disabilities have the opportunity to establish 
eligibility for naturalization.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2191-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG77

Agency Contact: Kellie LeClair, Staff Officer, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Room 980, 20 
Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1018

RIN: 1615-AA81
_______________________________________________________________________




1219. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE ON APPLICATIONS AND PETITIONS FOR IMMIGRATION 
AND NATURALIZATION BENEFITS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1201; 8 1252 note; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, September 2003, Public Law 105-277.

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations concerning the acceptance of 
electronic signatures on applications and petitions for immigration and 
naturalization benefits. The change is necessary to allow the 
Department to begin accepting electronically filed applications and 
petitions as required by law. By accepting electronically filed 
applications and petitions, the Department expects to streamline its 
information collection process, improve customer service, and move 
towards fulfilling the mandates of the Government Paperwork Elimination 
Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/29/03                    68 FR 23009
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/29/03
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2224-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG79

Agency Contact: Tracy Renaud, Director, Services Modernization, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 1000, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20007
Phone: 202 272-1705
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA83

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1220. WITHHOLDING OF ADJUDICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 552; 8 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1304; 8 USC 1356; 8 USC 1421; 8 USC 1443; 8 USC 1447; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 310; 8 CFR 335; 8 CFR 336

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation expands the situations where a director can 
withhold the adjudication of an application or petition. The director 
may withhold adjudication at six-month increments while there is an 
ongoing investigation relating to that application or petition. Any 
regulatory deadlines will be tolled while adjudication is withheld. The 
director will give notice of withholding to the petitioner or applicant 
if it will not prejudice the investigation. The Department is now 
conducting security checks on all applicants and petitions, so this 
rule is necessary to ensure that immigration benefits are not granted 
while there is an ongoing investigation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2234-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG86

Agency Contact: Michael J. Sheridan, Associate Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 20 
Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1400
Fax: 202 272-1405

RIN: 1615-AA86
_______________________________________________________________________




1221. IMPLEMENTATION OF AMENDMENTS AFFECTING PETITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT 
CREATION ALIENS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 216; 8 CFR 245; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, March 2, 2003.

Abstract: This rule proposes amendments to the regulations of the 
Department of Homeland Security to implement changes made by the 21st 
Century Department of Justice Appropriations Authorization of 2001. 
This legislation made various changes to the EB-5 Alien immigrant 
classification. This rule is being issued as an interim rule to comply 
with the statutory requirement that implementing regulations be issued 
by the Department within 120 days of enactment, and to ensure that the 
Department's regulations are consistent with the new legislation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2253-03; Regulatory actions announced 
in 1115-AF27 are merged with this rulemaking.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG93

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________




1222. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA 
AND THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES REGARDING ASYLUM CLAIMS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1158; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1282

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The terms of a recently signed agreement between the United 
States and Canada bar certain categories of aliens arriving from Canada 
at land border ports-of-entry and in transit from Canada from formally 
applying for protection in the United States. The Department of 
Homeland Security proposes to amend the asylum regulations to establish 
the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services asylum officers' 
authority to make threshold determinations concerning the applicability 
of the agreement in the expedited removal context. DHS is proceeding 
with final rulemaking to implement this agreement by the end of 
calendar year 2004.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/08/04                    69 FR 10620
NPRM Comment Period End         03/07/04
Final Action                    11/00/04
Final Action Effective          12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2255-03
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG95

Agency Contact: Joanna Ruppel, Deputy Director, Asylum Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, 3rd Floor, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1663

RIN: 1615-AA91

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1223. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGE OUT PROTECTIONS AFFORDED UNDER THE CHILD 
STATUS PROTECTION ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department will promulgate an interim final rule that 
amends regulations contained in title 8 of the Code of Federal 
Regulations to implement certain provisions of the Child Status 
Protection Act (Pub. L. 107-288). The rule will ensure that the age-out 
protections afforded to certain alien beneficiaries in the Child Status 
Protection Act are codified.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1115-AH01

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA95
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1224. FILING OF PROPOSALS FOR DESIGNATION AS A REGIONAL CENTER APPROVED 
TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PILOT PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1154; 8 USC 
1182; 8 USC 1186a

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation changes the location for the filing and 
adjudication of proposals to participate in the Immigrant Investor 
Pilot Program from Headquarters, Office of Adjudication, to the Texas 
and California DHS Centers. This change is necessary to ensure the 
uniform and effective adjudication of these complex proposals related 
to economic development, export trade, and job creation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: CIS No. 1944-98
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF27

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB00
_______________________________________________________________________




1225. APPLICATION FOR NATURALIZATION BY ALTERNATIVE APPLICATION IF 
CITIZEN PARENT HAS DIED

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 107-273; 21st Century Department of Justice 
Appropriations Authorization Act

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 299; 8 CFR 320; 8 CFR 322; 8 CFR 499

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: One of the changes made by Public Law 107-273 is the addition 
of the U.S. citizen grandparents and U.S. citizen of legal guardians as 
eligible to apply for citizenship on behalf of a child born and 
residing outside the United States pursuant to the Immigration and 
Nationality Act, section 322. This rule amends DHS regulations to 
authorize an alternative applicant to file an application for 
citizenship on behalf of a foreign-born child if the U.S. citizen 
parent has died.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2289-03

Agency Contact: Pamela T. Wallace, Staff Officer, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Room 
980, Field Operations, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20529
Phone: 202 272-1017

RIN: 1615-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________




1226. SUNSET OF ADDITIONAL $1,000 FILING FEE AND RETURN TO 65,000 ANNUAL 
LIMIT ON H-1B NONIMMIGRANT PETITION APPROVALS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 
8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 
1281; 8 USC 1282; 8 USC 1301 to 1305; 8 USC 1356; 8 USC 1372; PL 105-
277; PL 106-311; PL 106-313; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act, 
Public Law 105-277, temporarily increased the number of temporary 
skilled personnel admitted to the United States under the H-1B program, 
and imposed an additional fee for petitioning employers. The increase 
in temporary workers and additional fee sunset on October 1, 2003. 
Accordingly, this final rule amends DHS regulations by removing 
references to the additional filing fee for certain H-1B nonimmigrant 
petitions. This final rule also removes language related to the annual 
H-1B numerical limit.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2286-03

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB10
_______________________________________________________________________




1227. REQUIRING COMPLETION OF SECURITY CHECKS BEFORE ISSUANCE OF 
EVIDENCE OF ALIEN REGISTRATION

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1303 to 1305; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 264

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule amends Department of Homeland Security 
regulations relating to the issuance of evidence of alien registration. 
Under the amended rule, the Department will not issue evidence of an 
alien's registration under sections 262 and 264 of the Immigration and 
Nationality Act until the Department has completed all appropriate 
security checks. This rule is necessary to minimize the risk that 
aliens who may present threats to the public safety or national 
security may escape detection and removal from the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2291-03

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, (ULLICO), Office of Program and Regulations 
Development, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754

RIN: 1615-AB12
_______________________________________________________________________




1228. CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN SCIENTISTS OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF 
INDEPENDENT STATES OF THE FORMER SOVIET UNION AND THE BALTIC STATES AS 
EMPLOYMENT-BASED IMMIGRANTS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 1154

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Soviet Scientists Immigration Act of 1992 (SSIA) provided 
for 750 visas to be provided to eligible scientists and engineers from 
the former Soviet Union. This Program expired on October 24, 1996. 
Recent legislation extended the eligibility deadline for filling under 
the SSIA to September 30 2006, and raised the numerical limit on these 
visas from 750 to 950. It also required DHS to consult with the 
Department of State and other agencies regarding previous experiences 
with the program and their recommendations for making the program more 
effective. This rule improves administration of the program by 
requiring each applicant to submit a statement signed by the State 
Department's Bureau of Nonproliferation (Bureau) regarding his or her 
qualifications. Because the Bureau has been in close contact with this 
group of scientists and with the organizations that have employed them 
for a number of years, the Bureau is in a better position than DHS to 
assess the individual applicant's qualifications. Accordingly, this 
signed statement will be submitted for the evidence of qualifications 
previously required under the program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2277-03

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB14
_______________________________________________________________________




1229. PETITIONING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE O AND P NONIMMIGRANT 
CLASSIFICATIONS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1184; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule amends the regulations of the Department of 
Homeland Security (DHS) to enable certain petitioners to file O and P 
nonimmigrant petitions up to one year prior to the petitioners' need 
for the alien's services. Petitioners frequently plan for an event or 
performance more than one year in advance when seeking O and/or P 
nonimmigrant workers for employment in the United States. By extending 
the filing time requirement for O and P petitions from the current six 
months to one year, DHS hopes to provide relief and assurance to 
petitioners that, if approvable, such petitions will be approved prior 
to the date of the petitioners' need for the alien's services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Current filing times combined with processing 
times often result in an O or P petition being adjudicated at the same 
time or later than the date of the petitioner's stated need for the 
alien. This creates a hardship for employers who are seeking to hire 
the alien based on a scheduled

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performance, competition, or event, and who may have booked a venue and 
sold advance tickets. If the petition is not approved by the time of 
the petitioner's stated need, the petitioner may be required to cancel 
a scheduled event or performance, may lose funds advanced for booking a 
venue, and may also be liable for the costs associated with ticket 
refunds. Since an O or P employer may plan for the competition, event, 
or performance more than one year in advance, DHS has determined that 
extending the filing time will provide relief to many such employers.
Although this rule may have an impact on small entities, the rule has 
been drafted in a way to minimize the economic impact that it has on 
small businesses while meeting its intended objective. This rule will 
ensure that certain O and P nonimmigrant petitions are adjudicated well 
in advance of the date of the employers' stated need, and thus prevent 
employers from having to cancel an event, competition, or performance 
either because the petition was denied at the last minute, or because 
the petition was not adjudicated in advance of the need. Employers will 
be less likely to lose booking costs or have to issue refunds if they 
receive a decision on the petition well in advance of the event, 
competition, or performance. Extending the time requirements for the 
filing of O and P petitions will provide immediate relief to affected 
United States employers, and any economic impact on small entities is 
likely to be positive.

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB17
_______________________________________________________________________




1230. CHANGE OR EXTENSION OF NONIMMIGRANT STATUS UNDER THE CHILE AND 
SINGAPORE FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 108-77; PL 108-78; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 248

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Free Trade Agreements with Chile and Singapore, Public 
Laws 108-77 and 108-98, respectively, allow for the temporary entry of 
business persons from these countries in order to provide professional 
services for U.S. employers. While the agreements vest the Departments 
of Labor and State with determining initial eligibility for issuance of 
a free trade nonimmigrant visa, the Department of Homeland Security's 
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services agency oversees cases where a 
citizen of Chile or Singapore requests a change of nonimmigrant status 
to that of free trade nonimmigrant as well as requests a change of 
nonimmigrant status to that of free trade nonimmigrant as well as 
requests for extensions of free trade nonimmigrant status. The interim 
rule outlines the procedures for such change of extension requests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS 2310-03

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB22
_______________________________________________________________________




1231. ELIGIBILITY PILOT PROGRAM (PRECERTIFICATION OF CERTAIN I129 AND 
I140 PETITIONERS)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations by establishing a new 
Employer Precertification Pilot Program (Pilot Program or EPPP), and 
provides the eligibility requirements and procedures for participating 
in this Pilot Program. This Pilot Program is being established to 
enable the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to 
streamline the adjudication process for those approved qualifying 
employers who submit Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker and 
Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, to USCIS. The Pilot 
Program is intended to reduce backlogs and increase efficiencies in 
adjudicating of certain employment-related nonimmigrant and immigrant 
visa petitions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB25
_______________________________________________________________________




1232.  PETITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT BASED IMMIGRANTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255; 8 USC 1641

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204.5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule amends 8 CFR 204.5(g)(2) eliminating specific 
reference to ability to pay and replacing it with the statutory 
requirement that petitioner establish its bona fides as a U.S. employer 
through specifically cited initial evidence. This rule provides 
clarification and focus that reflects the statutory requirement that 
the petitioning employer establish its bona fides as a U.S. employer 
and the viability of the proffered job.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB27
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Long-Term Actions


Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1233. REDUCTION OF THE NUMBER OF ACCEPTABLE DOCUMENTS AND OTHER CHANGES 
TO EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1324a; PL 104-208

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, March 31, 1998, An interim rule, 
published September 30, 1997, makes the minimal changes required by 
statute. The provisions will remain in effect until completion of this 
rulemaking.

Abstract: On September 30, 1996, the Illegal Immigration Reform and 
Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA) was enacted. Section 
412(a) of IIRIRA requires a reduction in the number of documents that 
may be accepted in the employment verification process. Section 412(d) 
clarifies the applicability of section 274A to the Federal Government. 
Section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act requires agencies to 
review rules that have a significant economic impact on a substantial 
number of small entities every 10 years. The Department is conducting 
this review in conjunction with IIRIRA implementation. The proposed 
rulemaking published February 12, 1998, implements sections 212(a) and 
(d) of IIRIRA and proposes other changes to the employment verification 
process identified through that review. A revised Form I-9, Employment 
Eligibility Verification, was included with the proposed rulemaking.
The comment period closed on April 3, 1998. The Department is analyzing 
the comments and taking into consideration issues raised by the Alien 
Registration Form (I-551) program. It should be noted that this action 
supersedes the previously published regulatory action titled 
``Reduction in the Number of Documents Accepted for Employment 
Verification.'' In order to avoid confusion, this regulatory action is 
being referenced under the current RIN, which captures all prior 
actions related to employment verification.
CIS No. 1947-98, interim rule published February 9, 1999 (64 FR 6187). 
The ``Receipt Rule`` permits employees to present to their employer 
certain types of ''receipts`` in lieu of a document listed on the Form 
I-9.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (No. 1399 Comment Period 
End 12/23/93)                   11/23/93                    58 FR 61846
NPRM (No. 1339S Comment Period 
End 07/24/95)                   06/22/95                    60 FR 32472
Notice (No. 1713 Applications 
Due 01/29/96)                   11/30/95                    60 FR 61630
Appl. Extension Through 3/8/96; 
Notice Pilot Demonstration 
Program (No. 1713)              02/06/96                     61 FR 4378
Final Rule (No. 1399E)          09/04/96                    61 FR 46534
Interim Final Rule (No. 1818)   09/30/97                    62 FR 51001
NPRM (No. 1890-97 Comment Period 
End 04/03/98)                   02/02/98                     63 FR 5287
Final Rule                      12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: The deadline for implementing section 412(a) of 
IIRIRA was extended to March 31, 1998, by Public Law 105-54. This 
rulemaking has been delayed by the need to coordinate implementation 
with other provisions of IIRIRA, by several complex policy and 
regulatory issues that have taken time to resolve, and by the review 
required by section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, and by the 
need to coordinate policy issues with the Border Security Act of 2002 
and, more generally, the post-September 11th environment in which 
document security is of a paramount concern.
Docket No. 1890-97; Public Law 104-208, title 4.
Nos. 1399 and 1399S-94, Control of Employment of Aliens, Supplemental 
Rule; Action for Nos. 1399 and 1399S is canceled as a result of IIRIRA 
requirements.
Docket No. 1399E is an extracted portion of No. 1399, published 
separately to allow for the production of a new, more secure Employment 
Authorization Document.
Docket No. 1713-95, Demonstration Project for Electronic I-9.
Interim Rule No. 1818 was published on September 30, 1997, at 62 FR 
51001 to maintain the status quo as much as possible until the agency 
completes the more comprehensive document reduction initiative 
designated by No. 1890-97.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AB73

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA01

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1234. TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS NOTICES AND REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1201; 28 USC 
509; 31 USC 9701; 8 USC 1254a; 8 USC 1254a note; 8 USC 1362; 8 USC 
1324a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1303; 8 CFR 2; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 244; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulations implement provisions of the Immigration and 
Nationality Act as established by section 302 of the Immigration Act of 
1990, Public Law 101-649, which allow for the establishment and 
implementation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Currently, 
nationals of countries have been accorded TPS through the publication 
of separate Federal Register Notices.
Current regulatory actions include:
CIS No. 1608 provides for exceptions to deadlines for registering for 
TPS and updates the application process.
CIS No. 1612 provides for the removal of obsolete TPS language.
CIS No. 2229 terminates TPS for Sierra Leone.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

TPS Final Rule (CIS No. 1612) 
Removal of Obsolete Sections 
Covering TPS for Salvadorans    09/10/96                    61 FR 47667
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1832-97) 
Extension and Redesignation of 
Liberia                         04/07/97                    62 FR 16608
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1853-97) 
Extension and Termination of 
Rwanda Eff. 06/07/97            06/19/97                    62 FR 33442
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1862-97) 
Extension of Bosnia- Herzegovina08/01/97                    62 FR 41420
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1863-97) 
Extension of Somalia            08/01/97                    62 FR 41421
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1878-97) TPS 
Designation of Montserrat       08/28/97                    62 FR 45685
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1775-96) TPS 
Designation of Burundi          11/04/97                    62 FR 59735
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1780-97) TPS 
Designation of Sudan            11/04/97                    62 FR 59737
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1877-97) TPS 
Designation of Sierra Leone     11/04/97                    62 FR 59736
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1910-98) 
Termination of Designation of 
Liberia                         03/31/98                    63 FR 15437
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1929-98) TPS 
Designation of Province         06/09/98                    63 FR 31527
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1945-98) 
Extension of Designation of 
Somalia                         09/28/98                    63 FR 51602
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1953-98) 
Redesignation of Liberia        09/29/98                    63 FR 51958
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1957-98) TPS 
Extension of Designation of 
Burundi                         11/03/98                    63 FR 59334
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1958-98) TPS 
Extension of Designation of 
Sierra Leone                    11/03/98                    63 FR 59336
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1959-98) 
Extension of Designation of 
Sudan                           11/03/98                    63 FR 59337
Final Action, Temporary 
Protected Status, Exception to 
Registration Deadlines          11/16/98                    63 FR 63593
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1964-98) TPS 
Designation of Honduras         01/05/99                      64 FR 524
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1965-98) TPS 
Designation of Nicaragua        01/05/99                      64 FR 526
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1960-98) TPS 
Designation of Guinea-Bissau    03/11/99                    64 FR 12181
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1986-99) TPS 
Extension and Redesignation of 
the Province of Kosovo          06/08/99                    64 FR 30542
TPS Notice (CIS No. 1953-99) 
Termination of TPS Designation 
of Liberia                      07/30/99                    64 FR 41463
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2009-99) 
Extension of the TPS 
Registration Period for 
Hondurans and Nicaraguans       08/06/99                    64 FR 42991
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2006-99) 
Extension of TPS Designation of 
Bosnia- Herzegovina             08/11/99                    64 FR 43720
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2010-99) 
Extension of TPS Designation of 
Montserrat                      09/02/99                    64 FR 48190
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2015-99) 
Extension of TPS Designation of 
Somalia                         09/13/99                    64 FR 49511
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2022-99) 
Extension and Redesignation of 
Burundi Under Temporary 
Protected Status                11/09/99                    64 FR 61123
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2023-99) 
Extension and Redesignation of 
Sudan Under the Temporary 
Protected Stat                  11/09/99                    64 FR 61128
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2024-99) 
Extension and Redesignation of 
Sierra Leone Under Temporary 
Protected S                     11/09/99                    64 FR 61125
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2043-00) 
Extension and Termination of 
Designation of Guinea-Bissau 
Under TPS                       03/20/00                    65 FR 15016
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2044-00) 
Designation of Angola Under TPS 03/29/00                    65 FR 16634
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2064-00) 
Extension of Nicaragua 
Designation                     05/11/00                    65 FR 30440
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2065-00) 
Extension of Designation 
Hondurans                       05/11/00                    65 FR 30438
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2066-00) 
Termination of the Kosovo. . .  05/23/00                    65 FR 33356

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TPS Notice (CIS No. 2064R-00) 
Extension of Re-Registration for 
Nicaraguans                     06/09/00                    65 FR 36729
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2065R-00) 
Extension of Re-Registration for 
Hondurans                       06/09/00                    65 FR 36719
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2079-00) 
Termination of Bosnia- 
Herzegovina                     08/30/00                    65 FR 52789
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2087-00) 
Extension of Designation of 
Montserrat Under Temporary 
Protected Status                10/02/00                    65 FR 58806
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2094-00) 
Extension of Designation of 
Sudan                           11/09/00                    65 FR 67407
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2095-00) 
Extension of Designation of 
Sierra Leone                    11/09/00                    65 FR 67405
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2096-00) 
Extension of Designation of 
Burundi                         11/09/00                    65 FR 67404
Correction TPS Notice (CIS 
No.2090-00) Extension of 
Designation of Somalia          12/08/00                    65 FR 69789
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2125-01) 
Designation of El Salvador      03/09/01                    66 FR 14214
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2114-01) 
Extension and Redesignation of 
Angola                          04/05/01                    66 FR 18111
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2135-01) 
Extension of Designation of 
Honduras under TPS              05/08/01                    66 FR 23269
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2136-01) 
Extension of Designation of 
Nicaragua under TPS             05/08/01                    66 FR 23271
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2148-01) 
Auto. Ext. of Work Authorization 
for Hondurans & Nicaraguans 
Under TPS                       07/03/01                    66 FR 35270
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2146-01) 
Extension of the Designation of 
Montserrat under TPS            08/03/01                    66 FR 40834
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2162-01) 
Extension of Designation of 
Burundi under TPS               08/31/01                    66 FR 46027
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2163-01) 
Extension of the Designation of 
Sierra Leone under TPS          08/31/01                    66 FR 46029
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2164-01) 
Extension of Designation of 
Sudan under TPS                 08/31/01                    66 FR 46031
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2151-01) 
Extension of Redesignation of 
Somalia under TPS               09/04/01                    66 FR 46288
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2114-01) 
Extension of the Designation of 
Angola under TPS                02/01/02                     67 FR 4997
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2196-02) 
Extension of Designation of 
Nicaragua under TPS             05/03/02                    67 FR 22450
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2197-02) 
Extension of the Designation 
Honduras under TPS              05/03/02                    67 FR 22451
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2212-02) 
Extension of Designation of El 
Salvador under TPS              07/11/02                    67 FR 46000
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2209-02) 
Extension of Designation of 
Montserrat                      07/17/02                    67 FR 47002
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2209-02) 
Extension of Designation of 
Montserrat under TPS            07/17/02                    67 FR 47002
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2215-02) 
Extension of Desgination of 
Somalia                         07/26/02                    67 FR 48950
TPS Notice (CIS 2226-02) 
Extension of the Designation of 
Sudan under TPS                 08/30/02                    67 FR 55877
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2225-02) 
Extension of Designation of 
Burundi under TPS               08/30/02                    67 FR 55875
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2235-02) 
Designation of Liberia under TPS10/01/02                    67 FR 61664
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2237-02) 
Extension of TPS for Sierra 
Leone                           10/31/02                    67 FR 66423
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2229-02) 
Termination of Designation of 
Angola under TPS                01/27/03                     68 FR 3896
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2314-04) 
Termination of the Designation 
of Montserrat                   07/06/04                    69 FR 40642
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2319-04) 
Extension of the Designation of 
Somalia                         08/06/04                    69 FR 47937
TPS Notice (CIS No. 2324-04) 
Termination and Redesignation of 
Liberia                         08/25/04                    69 FR 52297


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The Secretary may designate other countries for 
TPS.
CIS Nos. 1608, 1612, 1832-97, 1853-97 and 1877-97.
CIS No. 1608 issued as an interim final rule on 11/5/93 at 58 FR 58935
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE26

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1235. DEFINITION OF THE TERM ``LAWFULLY PRESENT'' FOR PURPOSES OF 
ELIGIBILITY FOR PUBLIC BENEFITS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 31 USC 9701; EO 12356; 47 FR 14874 to 
15557; 3 CFR 1982 comp; 8 CFR 2; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 
USC 1201; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1252B; 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 1356

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

[[Page 73227]]

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 401(a) of the Personal Responsibility and Work 
Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) provides that, with limited 
exceptions, only qualified aliens, as defined under section 431, may 
receive certain Federal public benefits. Section 401(b)(2) provides an 
exception that allows aliens who are ``lawfully present in the United 
States'' as determined by the Attorney General to receive social 
security benefits under title II of the Social Security Act. PRWORA, 
and other laws, use the term ``lawfully present`` in other benefit-
related contexts as well.
The interim final rule published September 6, 1996, amended DHS 
regulations to define the term ''an alien who is lawfully present in 
the United States`` so that the Social Security Administration may 
determine which aliens are eligible for benefits under title II of the 
Social Security Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/06/96                    61 FR 47039
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/05/96
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Additional Information: CIS No. 1792-96
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE51

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




1236. REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE CONVENTION AGAINST TORTURE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1158; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1282

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 3; 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 235; 8 CFR 238; 8 CFR 240; 8 
CFR 241

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, February 18, 1999, Requirements 
promulgated under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Abstract: This rule implements article 3 of the United Nations 
Convention Against Torture or Other Forms of Cruel, Inhuman, or 
Degrading Treatment or Punishment for persons who may be subject to 
removal from the United States under the provisions of the Immigration 
and Nationality Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/19/99                     64 FR 8478
Interim Final Rule Corrections  03/22/99                    64 FR 13881
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/22/99
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/20/99
Final Action                    12/00/05
Final Action Effective          01/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1976-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF39

Agency Contact: Ron Rosenberg, Associate Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, 
DC, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1400

Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Executive Office for Immigration 
Review, Department of Homeland Security, 2600 Skyline Tower, 5107 
Leesburg Pike, Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________




1237. NATIONAL INTEREST WAIVERS FOR SECOND PREFERENCE EMPLOYMENT-BASED 
IMMIGRANT PHYSICIANS SERVING IN MEDICALLY UNDERSERVED AREAS OR AT 
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS FACILITIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 106-113; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 
1153; 8 USC 1154; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255; 8 USC 1641

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On November 29, 1999, Public Law 106-113 was enacted. Section 
117 amended the Immigration and Nationality Act at section 203 to 
provide national interest waivers to alien physicians agreeing to 
practice five years in designated medically underserved areas or at 
Veterans Affairs facilities. The Department proposes an amendment to 8 
CFR parts 204 and 245 in order to implement the new statutory 
provisions. DHS also issued an interim regulation so that applicants 
may begin to take advantage of the new provisions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/06/00                    65 FR 53889
Correction to Interim Final Rule09/27/00                    65 FR 57943
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/06/00
Correction to Interim Final Rule10/20/00                    65 FR 63118
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/06/00
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2048-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF75

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA34

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1238. PETITIONING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE H-1C NONIMMIGRANT CLASSIFICATION 
UNDER PUBLIC LAW 106-95

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 
1187; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214.2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On November 12, 1999, the Nursing Relief for Disadvantaged 
Areas Act (NRDAA) was enacted creating a new H-1C nonimmigrant nurse 
category. This rule amends the Department's regulations in order to 
implement the NRDAA as it relates to the adjudication petitions for H-
1C classification. This rule will facilitate the hiring of alien 
registered nurses to reduce the shortage of nurses in certain areas of 
the United States while protecting the rights of U.S. nurses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/11/01                    66 FR 31107
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/10/01
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2050-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF76

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________




1239. SPECIAL IMMIGRANT VISA FOR FOURTH PREFERENCE EMPLOYMENT-BASED 
BROADCASTERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153; 8 USC 
1154; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1255; 8 USC 1641

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule amends Department regulations by 
establishing the procedure under which the International Broadcasting 
Bureau of the United States Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG), or a 
BBG grantee organization, may file special fourth preference immigrant 
petitions for alien broadcasters. This rule explains the requirements 
the alien broadcaster must meet in order to be the beneficiary of an 
immigrant visa petition. This regulatory change is necessary in order 
to assist the BBG in fulfilling its statutory obligation to hire alien 
broadcasters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/11/01                    66 FR 51819
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/13/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/10/01
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2106-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG01

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA47
_______________________________________________________________________




1240. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS FOR CERTAIN SYRIAN NATIONALS GRANTED ASYLUM 
IN THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1255; 8 CFR 
2

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 27, 2000, the President signed into law Public Law 
106-378, Adjustment of Status of Certain Syrian Nationals, which 
provides for the adjustment of status to lawful permanent resident of 
certain Syrian nationals, without regard to the annual numerical 
limitation requirement. This interim final rule discusses eligibility 
and sets forth application procedures for persons wishing to adjust 
status on the basis of Public Law 106-378. The Department issued this 
action as an interim rule because Public Law 106-378 provided for a 
one-year application period, which ended on October 26, 2001. 
Publication of the interim final rule ensured that applicants were 
provided with as much time as possible to apply for the benefits under 
Public Law 106-378. The Department is now circulating a final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/17/01                    66 FR 27445
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/17/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/17/01
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1115-AG13

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA57
_______________________________________________________________________




1241. CONSTRUCTION WORK AND THE B NONIMMIGRANT VISA CLASSIFICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department has solicited comments from the public on the 
issue of aliens admitted to the U.S. as B nonimmigrant visitors whose 
intent is to engage in construction work during

[[Page 73229]]

the alien's stay. In particular the Department is exploring the 
feasibility of defining the term construction as it relates to B 
nonimmigrant visitors. A standard definition of construction may assist 
both the public and the Department in determining if an alien admitted 
as a B nonimmigrant visitor may engage in construction during his or 
her period of authorized stay. The Department is considering a 
rulemaking on this subject.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/19/01                    66 FR 48223
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/19/01
NPRM                            12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2126-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG15

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________




1242. REQUIRING CHANGE OF STATUS FROM B TO F-1 OR M-1 NONIMMIGRANT PRIOR 
TO PURSUING A COURSE OF STUDY

Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1258; 8 CFR 
2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 248

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The interim final rule amends Department regulations by 
eliminating the current provision allowing a nonimmigrant visitor for 
business or pleasure to enroll in a DHS-approved school without first 
obtaining approval of a change of nonimmigrant status request from the 
Department. The amendment will ensure that no B nonimmigrant is allowed 
to begin taking classes until the Department has approved the alien's 
request to change nonimmigrant status to that of F or M student

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/12/02                    67 FR 18061
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/11/02
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2195-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG60

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA73
_______________________________________________________________________




1243. PETITIONS FOR ALIENS TO PERFORM TEMPORARY NONAGRICULTURAL SERVICES 
OR LABOR (H-2B)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186a; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1281; 8 USC 1282

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Homeland Security, after consulting with 
the Department of Labor and the Department of State, is proposing 
significant changes to its regulations that are designed to increase 
the effectiveness of the H-2B nonimmigrant classification. These 
proposals will increase the usefulness of the program for U.S. 
employers by eliminating certain regulatory barriers, by adding 
protections for foreign workers, and increasing Government efficiency 
and coordination.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2228-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG78

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA82
_______________________________________________________________________




1244. WAIVER OF CRIMINAL GROUNDS OF INADMISSIBILITY FOR IMMIGRANTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552(a); 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1201; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 1356; 31 USC 9701; EO 12356; . 
. .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 210; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is in the process of reorganizing section 212 
of title 8 of the Federal regulations. This regulation will create 
subsection C of 8 CFR 212, which covers criminal grounds of 
inadmissibility listed in section 212(a)(2) of the Immigration and 
Nationality Act (INA). The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act (Pub. L. 104-208) revised section 212(a)(2) of the 
INA, and subsequent laws revised it further. This regulation will 
implement those sections of law. Previously, this regulation was part 
of a larger 212 regulation (CIS No. 1413-97, RIN 1615-AA00), but due to 
the desire for clarity and the need to have different DHS components 
concentrate on different areas of inadmissibility, these criminal 
sections have been reported in a separate regulation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 73230]]

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2249-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG90

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA94
_______________________________________________________________________




1245. ELIMINATING THE NUMERICAL CAP ON MEXICAN TN NONIMMIGRANTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1184; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule eliminates the 5,500 annual limit on the number of 
Mexican professional admissions under the North American Free Trade 
Agreement (NAFTA). It also eliminates the associated requirement of a 
petition on Form I-129 and the certified labor condition application. 
Rather than submit a petition to DHS, aliens seeking TN classification 
will apply for a TN visa from the State Department. This rule brings 
the treatment of Mexican TNs under NAFTA closer to that of Canadian 
TNs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/10/04                    69 FR 11287
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/10/04
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2266-03
Transferred from RIN 1115-AH02

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA96
_______________________________________________________________________




1246. CRIMINAL GROUNDS OF INADMISSIBILITY, EXCEPTIONS AND WAIVERS FOR 
IMMIGRANTS AND NONIMMIGRANTS, REFUGEES AND ASYLEES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: PL 104-208, Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act; PL 101-649, Miscellaneous and Technical Immigration 
and Naturalization Amendments of 1991; PL 104-232, Anti-Terrorism and 
Effective Death Penalty Act of 1996; PL 104-132, International 
Religious Freedom Act of 1998; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 210; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DHS is in the process of reorganizing section 212 of title 8 
of the Federal regulations. This regulation will create subsection C of 
8 CFR 212, which covers criminal grounds of inadmissibility listed in 
section 212(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). The 
Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (Pub. L. 
104-208) revised section 212(a)(2) of the INA, and subsequent laws 
revised it further. This regulation will implement those sections of 
law. Previously, this regulation was part of a larger 212 regulation 
(CIS No. 1413-97, RIN 1115-AB45), but due to the desire for clarity and 
the need to have different DHS components concentrate on different 
areas of inadmissibility, these criminal sections have been broken out 
into a separate regulation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2276-03

Agency Contact: Pearl Chang, Chief, Residence and Status Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Room 3214, Office of Program and Regulations Development, 
(ULLICO) 3rd Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-4754
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AB15
_______________________________________________________________________




1247. PETITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT CREATION ALIENS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1151; 8 USC 1153

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 245

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, January 30, 2004, To reflect changes 
in the law and to improve the EB-5 investor program.

Abstract: Promulgation of this rule is necessary to reflect changes 
made by the 21st Century Department of Justice Appropriations 
Authorization Act of 2001 and to revise a number of issues concerning 
employment creation immigrant petitions which have arisen since 
enactment of the Immigration Act of 1990.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: cis 2303-03

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB20

[[Page 73231]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1248.  EXTENSION OF THE DEADLINE FOR CERTAIN HEALTH 
CARE WORKERS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Department of Homeland Security 
regulations to extend the deadline by which certain health care workers 
from Canada and Mexico must obtain health care worker certifications. 
This rule applies only to affected health care workers, who, before 
September 23, 2003, were previously employed as TN nonimmigrant health 
care workers (Canadian or Mexican citizens), and held a valid license 
from a U.S. jurisdiction. This interim rule does not change the 
licensing requirements for employment purposes. Publication of this 
rule ensures that the U.S. health care system is not adversely affected 
by the expiration of the transition period for certain health care 
workers to present the required certification.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/22/04                    69 FR 43729
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/20/04
Final Action                    12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AB28
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Completed Actions


Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1249. LIMITING LIABILITY FOR CERTAIN TECHNICAL AND PROCEDURAL VIOLATIONS 
OF PAPERWORK REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1324a; PL 104-208

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will implement section 411 of IIRIRA, which allows 
employers that have made a good faith attempt to comply with a 
particular employment verification requirement to correct technical or 
procedural failures to meet the requirement before such failures are 
deemed to be violations of the Act. This rule will explain the good 
faith rule, define the term technical or procedural failure to meet 
such requirement, and explain how an employer can correct technical or 
procedural failures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/07/98                    63 FR 16909
NPRM Comment Period End         06/08/98
Withdrawn                       09/03/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1819-96 and Public Law 104-208, title 
IV
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE70

Agency Contact: Marguerite Przbylski Kleczek, Attorney, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Room 
6100, Office of Chief Counsel, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, 
DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-2895

RIN: 1615-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________




1250. VERIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR PUBLIC BENEFITS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1642

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 104

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 3, 1997.
Final, Statutory, February 22, 1998, Statutory deadline to promulgate 
regulations for State and local public benefits was previously November 
3, 1998. Deadline for regulations for Federal public benefits was 
February 22, 1998.

Abstract: This regulatory action requires entities (other than 
nonprofit charitable organizations) providing Federal public benefits 
(with certain exceptions) to verify by examining documents and using a 
DHS-automated verification system that alien applicants are eligible 
for the benefits under Federal benefit reform legislation. This rule 
also sets forth provisions by which State or local governments can 
verify whether aliens applying for State or local public benefits are 
eligible for such benefits under Federal laws. In addition, the rule 
establishes procedures for verifying the U.S. nationality of 
individuals applying for benefits in a fair and nondiscriminatory 
manner.
The Interim Verification Guidelines were published as a notice on 
November 17, 1997, at 62 FR 61344. The guidelines set forth procedures 
that benefit-granting agencies can use to verify U.S. citizens, non-
citizen nationals, and qualified aliens for eligibility under title IV 
of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act 
prior to issuance of final regulations.
The proposed rule for the Verification of Eligibility for Public 
Benefits was published on August 4, 1998, at 63 FR 41662. The changes 
made in response to the comments received on the proposed rule were 
significant enough and dealt with complex and important issues that 
another opportunity to comment is warranted. The next version of the 
rule will be issued as an interim rule, rather than a final rule, in 
order to implement the statutory directive to promulgate verification 
regulations and start the subsequent two-year period in which Federal 
public benefit-granting agencies must come into compliance. The interim 
rule

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is in the concurrence process and has not yet been published.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (CIS No. 1902-98)          08/04/98                    63 FR 41662
NPRM Comment Period End         10/05/98
Withdrawn                       09/03/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State

Additional Information: CIS No. 1902-98 should be referenced for any 
inquiries concerning this rulemaking action.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE99

Agency Contact: Phillip Busch, Senior Counsel, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 6100, Office 
of General Counsel, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-2895

RIN: 1615-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________




1251. EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF CITIZENSHIP APPLICANTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1324a; 8 USC 1443; 8 USC 
1448; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 274a, 8 CFR 341

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule amends Department regulations by 
providing a procedure under which aliens who, believing they are 
actually citizens, have filed applications for certificates of 
citizenship (Form N-600) may obtain employment authorization while 
their applications are pending. This interim final rule is necessary to 
establish a uniform procedure to accommodate Form N-600 applicants, 
without creating a strong incentive for aliens to file applications in 
bad faith, seeking simply to obtain employment authorization.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/08/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No.2076-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF90

Agency Contact: Michael J. Sheridan, Associate Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 20 
Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1400
Fax: 202 272-1405

RIN: 1615-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




1252. LIMITING THE PERIOD OF ADMISSION FOR B NONIMMIGRANT ALIENS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 
1101; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 235; 8 CFR 248

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule eliminates the minimum admission period of a B-2 
visitor for pleasure, reduces the maximum admission period of B-1 and 
B-2 visitors from one year to six months, and establishes greater 
control over a B visitor's ability to extend the status or to change 
status to that of a nonimmigrant student. These changes will enhance 
the Department's authority under sections 214(a) and 248 of the 
Immigration and Nationality Act and will help lessen the probability 
that alien visitors will establish permanent ties in the United States 
and thus remain in the country illegally.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/12/02                    67 FR 18065
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/02
Withdrawn                       09/09/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: CIS No. 2176-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG43

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




1253. JUDICIAL REVIEW OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS UNDER THE IMMIGRATION 
AND NATIONALITY ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552(a); 5 USC 704; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 
1103; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule clarifies that, if the Administrative Procedure Act 
provides the authority for judicial review, a person must exhaust all 
administrative appeals available as a matter of right before the person 
may seek judicial review of a Department decision under the Immigration 
and Nationality Act that is within the appellate jurisdiction of the 
Board of Immigration Appeals or of the Associate Commissioner for 
Examinations. This amendment is necessary to prevent the filing of 
premature lawsuits, by ensuring that the proper administrative 
appellate authority has the opportunity to review and correct any 
errors in the original decision before the party may seek judicial 
review.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/03/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1785-04
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG49

Agency Contact: Michael J. Sheridan, Associate Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 20 
Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 272-1400
Fax: 202 272-1405

RIN: 1615-AA71

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1254. ADDING AND REMOVING INSTITUTIONS TO AND FROM THE LIST OF 
RECOGNIZED AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS OF RESEARCH

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1181; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1443; 8 USC 
1447

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 316

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations by adding the Rutgers, 
Indiana, and Harvard Universities to the list of American institutions 
of research located in section 316 of the Immigration and 
Naturalization Act, recognized by the Attorney General authority now 
delegated to the Secretary of Homeland Security for the purpose of 
preserving residence in the United States for naturalization 
eligibility. This rule also removes the recently dissolved Harvard 
Institute for International Development from the same list.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/28/03                    68 FR 61333

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2131-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG52

Agency Contact: Gerard Casale, Senior Adjudications Officer, Department 
of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 
Room 3214, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-0788

RIN: 1615-AA72
_______________________________________________________________________




1255. LIMITING THE USE OF DURATION OF STATUS FOR CERTAIN F, J, AND I 
NONIMMIGRANTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 
USC 1184; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule concerns the duration of status for nonimmigrants 
in the F (student), J (exchange visitor), and I (media representative) 
categories. This rule will set forth standards and procedures for the 
admission of certain nonimmigrants in these categories for a fixed 
period (subject to extension) rather than for the duration of their 
course of study, exchange program, or approved employment. This action 
will allow the Department to more effectively ensure that affected 
nonimmigrants are engaging in activities consistent with their 
classification and to take necessary action. By ensuring more effective 
control over nonimmigrants in the United States, this rule will enhance 
the integrity of the immigration process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/07/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2222-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG76

Agency Contact: Efren Hernandez, Chief, Business and Trade Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration 
Services, Office of Program and Regulations Development, (ULLICO) 3rd 
Floor, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 353-8177

RIN: 1615-AA80
_______________________________________________________________________




1256. ADJUSTMENT OF THE IMMIGRATION BENEFIT APPLICATION FEE SCHEDULE TO 
RECOVER COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH ADDITIONAL SECURITY CHECKS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552(a); 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1304; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule proposes to adjust the immigration benefit 
application fee by $5 to recover costs associated with performing 
additional security checks on all immigration benefit applications. 
Fees collected from persons filing immigration benefit applications are 
deposited into the Immigration Examinations Fee Account and used to 
fund the full cost of processing immigration benefit applications and 
associated support benefits; the full cost of providing similar 
benefits to asylum and refugee applicants; and the full cost of similar 
benefits provided to other immigrants, as specified in the regulation, 
at no charge. Federal guidelines require the Department of Homeland 
Security to establish and collect fees to recover the full cost of 
processing benefit applications. These security checks are necessary to 
try to protect the United States from future terrorist attacks.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Rule                    01/24/03                     68 FR 3797
Final Action                    04/15/04                    69 FR 20528

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2233-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG82

Agency Contact: Paul Schlesinger, Acting Director, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, Room 
5307, Office of Budget, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20529
Phone: 202 616-0563
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1615-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________




1257. AVAILABILITY OF MATERIAL UNDER FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT AND 
PRIVACY ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1201; 8 USC 1252

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department issued on January 27, 2003, an Interim Rule, 
Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act Procedures at 68 FR 4056. 
This rule establishes procedures for the public to obtain information 
from the Office of the Secretary under FOIA and the Privacy Act. USCIS 
had planned to publish a proposed rule to eventually implement new 
provisions concerning electronic FOIA, but with the

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promulgation of the Departments rulemaking this action is no longer 
necessary. USCIS is reviewing appropriate sections in 8 CFR 103 that 
pertain to FOIA to remove applicable provisions that are no longer 
applicable. Accordingly, USCIS will plan to issue an interim final rule 
in calendar year 2005 to update 8 CFR 103 to remove outdated sections 
in 8 CFR 103 that have been superseded by 6 CFR chapters 1 and 5.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/02/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No.1942-98
Transferred from RIN 1680-AA00

Agency Contact: Mildred Carter, Program Specialist, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, 
(ULLICO), Office of Records Services, 111 Massachusetts Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20529
Phone: 202 514-1722

RIN: 1615-AB18
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)               Proposed Rule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




1258. CLAIMS PROCEDURES UNDER THE OIL POLLUTION ACT OF 1990 (USCG-2004-
17697)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 2713; 33 USC 2714

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 136

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking implements section 1013 (Claims Procedures) 
and section 1014 (Designation of Source and Advertisement) of the Oil 
Pollution Act of 1990. An interim rule was published in 1992 and 
provides the basic requirements for the filing of claims for 
uncompensated removal costs or damages resulting from the discharge of 
oil, for the designation of the sources of the discharge, and for the 
advertisement of where claims are to be filed. The interim rule also 
includes the processing of natural resource damage (NRD) claims. The 
NRD claims, however, were not processed until September 25, 1997, when 
the Department of Justice issued an opinion that the Oil Spill 
Liability Trust Fund (OSLTF) is available without further appropriation 
to pay trustee NRD claims under the general claims provisions of the 
Oil Pollution Act (OPA) of 1990, 33 U.S.C. 2712(a)(4). Release of this 
more comprehensive notice of proposed rulemaking has been delayed while 
the Coast Guard gained experience on NRD claims, as well as other OPA 
damages. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Rule                    08/12/92                    57 FR 36314
Correction                      09/09/92                    57 FR 41104
Interim Rule Comment Period End 12/10/92
NPRM                            01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AD90

Agency Contact: Carolyn R. Boltin, Project Manager, National Pollution 
Fund Center, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 4200 
Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 202 493-6864

RIN: 1625-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




1259. STATE ACCESS TO THE OIL SPILL LIABILITY TRUST FUND (USCG-2004-
19123)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 2712

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 133

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 18, 1991.

Abstract: Pursuant to the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90), this 
action specifies how the authority to obligate the pollution trust fund 
for oil spill response and clean-up efforts and to enter into 
agreements with the States will be exercised. The Coast Guard is 
evaluating the performance of the interim rule. This rulemaking 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of the protection of natural 
resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Rule                    11/13/92                    57 FR 53968
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/11/93
Supplementary NPRM              03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: The rulemaking priority was downgraded from 
Other Significant to Substantive, Nonsignificant in the November 14, 
1994, agenda. However, due to administrative error, the document 
erroneously reflected Other Significant in subsequent agenda entries.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AE19
This rulemaking was formerly docket number CGD92-014.

Agency Contact: Allen R. Thuring, Project Manager, National Pollution 
Funds Center, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Suite 
1000, 4200 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203-1804
Phone: 202 493-6801

RIN: 1625-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




1260. NUMBERING OF UNDOCUMENTED BARGES (USCG-1998-3798)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 12301

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 189

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Title 46 U.S.C. 12301, as amended by the Abandoned Barge Act 
of 1992, requires that all undocumented

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barges more than 100 gross tons operating on the navigable waters of 
the United States be numbered. This rulemaking would establish a 
numbering system for these barges. The numbering of undocumented barges 
will allow identification of owners of barges found abandoned and help 
prevent future marine pollution. This rulemaking supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goal of protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            10/18/94                    59 FR 52646
Comment Period End              01/17/95
ANPRM                           07/06/98                    63 FR 36384
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/03/98
NPRM                            01/11/01                     66 FR 2385
NPRM Comment Period End         04/11/01
NPRM Reopening of Comment Period08/12/04                    69 FR 49844
NPRM Comment Period End         11/10/04
Final Rule                       To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 93-091. In the 2002 
spring agenda, we announced that we would be withdrawing this 
rulemaking but we are currently reevaluating that decision. We are in 
the process of deciding how to respond to the comments we have 
received.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF13

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Patricia Williams, Project Manager, NVDC, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, National Vessel Documentation 
Center, 792 T.J. Jackson Drive, Falling Waters, WV 25419
Phone: 304 271-2506

RIN: 1625-AA14
_______________________________________________________________________




1261. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1995 AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL 
CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION, AND WATCHKEEPING 
(STCW) FOR SEAFARERS, 1978 (CGD 95-062)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 44 USC 3507; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 7101; 46 USC 7107

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 12; 46 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) comprehensively 
amended the International Convention on Standards of Training, 
Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) for Seafarers, 1978, in 1995. 
The amendments came into force on February 1, 1997. This project 
implements them by revising current rules to ensure that the United 
States complies with their requirements on: the training of merchant 
mariners, the documenting of their qualifications, and watch-standing 
and other arrangements aboard seagoing merchant ships of the United 
States. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
maritime safety. It also supports the goal of our directorate for 
Marine Safety and Environmental Protection for reducing deaths and 
injuries of crewmembers on domestic merchant vessels and eliminating 
substandard vessels from the navigable waters of the United States. It 
is significant because of the potential impact on industry and the 
potential effect on international interests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Meeting               08/02/95                    60 FR 39306
Comment Period End              09/29/95
Notice of Inquiry               11/13/95                    60 FR 56970
Comment Period End              01/12/96
NPRM                            03/26/96                    61 FR 13284
Notice of Public Meetings       04/08/96                    61 FR 15438
Comment Period End              07/24/96
Notice of Intent                02/04/97                     62 FR 5197
Interim Rule                    06/26/97                    62 FR 34505
Interim Rule Effective          07/28/97
Supplemental NPRM               12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 95-062.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF26

Agency Contact: Mark Gould, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6890

RIN: 1625-AA16
_______________________________________________________________________




1262. MARINE EVENTS: PERMIT PROCEDURES (USCG-2001-10713)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1233

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise Coast Guard procedures to expedite 
approval of organized marine events conducted on the navigable waters 
of the United States. These new procedures would establish general 
permits with nationwide or regional applicability and would encourage 
sponsors to submit information to the Coast Guard by electronic means. 
These new procedures would reduce the paperwork burden on both the 
public and the Coast Guard without adversely affecting vessel safety or 
the environment in the event areas. This project supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG26

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 1625-AA35

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1263. WEARING OF PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES BY PERSONS OPERATING OR 
RIDING ON PERSONAL WATERCRAFT OR BEING TOWED BEHIND RECREATIONAL VESSELS 
(USCG-2002-11421)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would require every person to wear a personal 
flotation device (PFD)--also called a lifejacket--while operating or 
riding on personal watercraft (PWC) or being towed behind a 
recreational vessel. On waters subject to the jurisdiction of the 
United States within any State or territory, the rule would not preempt 
any requirement established for such persons as specified by that 
State. The rule would set a Federal requirement on waters subject to 
the jurisdiction of the United States within any State or territory. 
The new requirement would reduce the number of persons who drown while 
participating in these activities. This project supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG32

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 1625-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




1264. TRAFFIC SEPARATION SCHEMES: IN THE STRAIT OF JUAN DE FUCA AND ITS 
APPROACHES; IN PUGET SOUND AND ITS APPROACHES; IN HARO STRAIT, BOUNDARY 
PASS, AND IN THE STRAIT OF GEORGIA (USCG-2002-12702)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 167

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will propose amendments to the existing 
traffic separation schemes (TSS): in the Strait of Juan de Fuca and its 
approaches; in Puget Sound and its approaches; in Haro Strait, Boundary 
Pass, and in the Strait of Georgia. These amendments are approved by 
the International Maritime Organization and have been validated by 
several recent vessel routing studies. With the amendments in place, 
commercial vessels would be routed farther offshore when entering or 
departing the TSS, providing an extra margin of safety and 
environmental protection in the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary 
and adjacent waters. This rulemaking will incorporate the modified TSS 
into the Code of Federal Regulations. This project supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goals of safety and protecting the marine 
environment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/27/02                    67 FR 54981
NPRM Comment Period End         10/28/02
Supplemental NPRM               01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Additional Information: Based on comments received in response to the 
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), the agency has decided to develop 
and publish a supplemental NPRM.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AG45

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: George Detweiler, Project Manager G-MWV, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0574

RIN: 1625-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________




1265. ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES TO NUMBERING OF VESSELS AND REPORTING OF 
CASUALTIES (USCG-2003-14963)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 31 USC 9701; 46 USC 2110; 46 USC 4302; 46 USC 4310; 46 
USC 6101; 46 USC 6102; 46 USC 12301; 46 USC 12302; 46 USC 12502; PL 
100-710; DHS Security Delegation No. 0170.1

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 173; 33 CFR 174; 33 CFR 181

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Coast Guard's rules on 
States' numbering of undocumented vessels and on the reporting of 
accidents. It would harmonize terminology governing the Standard 
Numbering System, the Vessel Identification System, and the Casualty or 
Accident Report to help us collect better data, process them more 
efficiently, and use them more effectively to prevent boating 
accidents. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of 
maritime safety and maritime security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeanne Timmons, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 205930001
Phone: 202 267-0857

RIN: 1625-AA70
_______________________________________________________________________




1266. COMMERCIAL FISHING INDUSTRY VESSELS (USCG-2003-16158)

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 72 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1625-AA77

[[Page 73237]]

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1267.  POLLUTION PREVENTION EQUIPMENT (USCG-2004-
18939)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1903; 46 USC 3703; DHS Delegation No. 0170.1

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151; 33 CFR 155; 33 CFR 157; 46 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the Coast Guard's pollution 
prevention equipment (PPE) regulations to reflect and implement 
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships 
(MARPOL) Annex I, Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution 
guidelines and specifications that Member States are invited to make 
applicable on or after January 1, 2005. The new standards will require 
equipment designed to reduce the amount of oil discharged from ships 
and eliminate the need for ozone-depleting solvents to test this 
equipment for approval. Additionally, this rulemaking proposes the 
removal of the bilge monitor standard to better align the 46 CFR 
subpart 162.050 regulations with the IMO PPE guidelines. This project 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: LT George Grills, Project Manager (G-MSE-3), Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 29593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6640
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1625-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




1268. REPORTING MARINE CASUALTIES (USCG-2000-6927)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 6101; 33 USC 1901 et seq

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151; 46 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add to the definition of a reportable 
marine casualty, ``significant harm to the environment.'' Some casualty 
reporting requirements are extended to include foreign tank vessels 
operating in U.S. waters, including the Exclusive Economic Zone. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's Marine Safety and Environmental 
Protection program's goal to reduce the consequence of pollution 
incidents and further supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            12/20/94                    59 FR 65522
Comment Period End              02/20/95
NPRM                            11/02/00                    65 FR 65808
Supplemental NPRM               07/12/01                    66 FR 36530
Supplemental NPRM Comment Period 
End                             09/10/01
Final Rule                      11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AD98

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LCDR Charles Barbee, Project Manager, G-MOA-1, 
Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street 
SW., 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-1418

RIN: 1625-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1269. LIMITED SERVICE DOMESTIC VOYAGE LOAD LINES FOR RIVER BARGES ON 
LAKE MICHIGAN (USCG-1998-4623)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 51

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project will allow certain unmanned dry cargo 
river barges operating on Lake Michigan to be exempted from the normal 
Great Lakes load line requirements. Instead, they may qualify for a 
conditional load line exemption, or for a limited service domestic 
voyage load line (depending on which Lake Michigan route). This 
rulemaking pertains to two specific routes: Chicago to Milwaukee, and 
Chicago to Muskegon. This will allow certain non-hazardous cargoes 
originating at inland river ports to be transported as far as Milwaukee 
and Muskegon by river barge, thereby benefiting from the relatively low 
cost per ton-mile of river barge transportation. Compliance is not 
mandatory other than for those river barge operators who voluntarily 
seek to expand their operations onto these routes. This rulemaking 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/98                    63 FR 58679
NPRM Comment Period Extended    12/28/98                    63 FR 71411
Comment Period End              01/04/99
NPRM Comment Period End         03/04/99
Interim Final Rule              04/23/02                    67 FR 19685
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/23/02
Collection of Information 
Sections Effective              06/20/02
Interim Final Rule--Announcement 
of Effective Date of COI 
Sections                        06/20/02                    67 FR 41847
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/23/02
Final Rule                      09/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 95-015.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF38

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Thomas Jordan, Project Manager, G-MSE-2, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-2988

RIN: 1625-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________




1270. ANCHORAGE GROUND; SAFETY ZONE; SPEED LIMIT; TONGASS NARROWS AND 
KETCHIKAN, ALASKA (CGD17-99-002)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 471; 33 USC 1231; 33 USC 2071

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 162; 33 CFR 165; 33 CFR 110

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would grant an exemption from the present 7-
knot speed limit in Tongass Narrows, Alaska, for float plane take-off 
and landing and vessels 23 feet in length or less. The geographic area 
for the speed limit would be expanded. A safety zone used for cruise 
ship anchorages would be redesignated as an anchorage area to reflect 
actual usage of the area and transiting vessels would be required to 
move quickly and directly through the anchorage, without rapid course 
changes, to increase safety. This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/25/99                    64 FR 14414
NPRM Comment Period End         05/10/99
Interim Final Rule              06/02/99                    64 FR 29554
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/30/99
Interim Final Rule              04/07/00                    65 FR 18242
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/31/00
Notice to Reopen Comment Period 10/21/03                    68 FR 60034
Comment Period End              12/22/03
Final Rule                      02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AF81

Agency Contact: LT Gary Koehler, MSO, Juneau, Alaska, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2760 Sherwood Lane, Suite 2A, 
Juneau, AK 99801
Phone: 907 463-2470

RIN: 1625-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




1271. POST CASUALTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING (USCG-2001-8773)

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 73 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1625-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




1272. RATES FOR PILOTAGE ON THE GREAT LAKES (USCG-2002-11288)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 9303(f)

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 401

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard conducts an annual review of the Great Lakes 
Pilotage based on the ``Ratemaking Analyses and Methodology'' published 
in the Federal Register on May 9, 1996. Depending on the results of 
this review, the Coast Guard can make rate adjustments in accordance 
with 46 CFR part 404, appendix A, step 7; or, if the director 
determines that pilotage rates are within a reasonable range of their 
target, make no adjustments. This rulemaking may take place annually. 
It supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/23/03                     68 FR 3202
NPRM Comment Period Extended    02/14/03                     68 FR 7489
NPRM Comment Period Extended    04/01/03                    68 FR 15697
NPRM Correction                 04/01/03
Public Meeting (04/14)          04/01/03
NPRM Comment Period End         05/01/03
Interim Rule                    12/12/03                    68 FR 69564
Interim Rule Comment Period End 02/10/04
Interim Rule                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG30

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Paul Wasserman, Project Manager, G-MW-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-2856

RIN: 1625-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1273. VESSEL DOCUMENTATION: LEASE FINANCING FOR VESSELS ENGAGED IN THE 
COASTWISE TRADE; SECOND RULEMAKING (USCG-2003-14472)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 664; 31 USC 9701; 42 USC 9118; 46 USC 2103; 46 
USC 2107; 46 USC 2110; 46 USC 12106; 46 USC 12120; 46 USC 12122; 46 USC 
app 876

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On August 9, 2004, the President signed the Coast Guard and 
Maritime Transportation Act of 2004 (the 2004 Act) (Pub. L. 108-293), 
which made significant amendments to 46 U.S.C. 12106 with regard to 
certain vessels engaged in coastwise trade. In response to those 
changes, the Coast Guard and Maritime Administration are withdrawing 
the joint notice of proposed rulemaking published on February 4, 2004, 
and the Coast Guard will begin a new rulemaking. The question raised by 
the Coast Guard on third-party auditing of applications for an 
endorsement was not addressed in the 2004 Act and will be carried 
forward in the new rulemaking. All comments and documents received in 
this docket will be available for use in the new rulemaking.

[[Page 73239]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/04/04                     69 FR 5403
NPRM Comment Period End         05/04/04
Notice of Withdrawal            11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG55

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Patricia Williams, Project Manager, NVDC, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, National Vessel Documentation 
Center, 792 T.J. Jackson Drive, Falling Waters, WV 25419
Phone: 304 271-2506

RIN: 1625-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________




1274. TERMS IMPOSED BY STATES ON NUMBERING OF VESSELS (USCG-2003-15708)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 46 USC 12307

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 174, subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would expand the number of conditions that a 
State may require in order for owners to obtain vessel numbering 
certificates in that State. Current Federal statutes and regulations 
limit these conditions to proof of ownership or payment of State or 
local taxes. The proposed rule would allow any State to impose proof of 
liability insurance as a condition for obtaining vessel numbering 
certificates in that State. This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of maritime safety and maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/14/04                     69 FR 2098
NPRM Comment Period End         04/13/04
Final Rule                      11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Audrey Pickup, Project Manager, G-OPB-2, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0872

RIN: 1625-AA75
_______________________________________________________________________




1275. REVIEW AND UPDATE OF STANDARDS FOR MARINE EQUIPMENT (USCG-2003-
16630)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 4102; 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 32; 46 CFR 50; 46 CFR 52; 46 CFR 54; 46 CFR 56; 46 
CFR 58; 46 CFR 62; 46 CFR 63; 46 CFR 110 to 113; 46 CFR 182

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would incorporate national and international 
standards for certain marine equipment and marine electrical equipment 
into title 46 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). These standards 
would replace long-outdated ones, or update standards that were 
superseded fairly recently. The Coast Guard has actively participated 
in the development of national and international standards of safety 
for marine equipment through the International Maritime Organization, 
the International Organization for Standardization, and the American 
Society for Testing and Materials, as well as through other standards-
setting bodies under the American National Standards Institute. We 
would incorporate these standards into the appropriate parts of title 
46.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/04                    69 FR 39742
NPRM Comment Period End         09/28/04
Final Rule                      02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thane Gilman, Project Manager, G-MSE, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-6048
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1625-AA83
_______________________________________________________________________




1276. VALIDATION OF MERCHANT MARINERS' VITAL INFORMATION AND ISSUANCE OF 
COAST GUARD MERCHANT MARINER'S LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES OF REGISTRY 
(USCG-2004-17455)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; DHS Delegation no. 0170.1, para (92)

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would impose certain security-related requirements 
in order to obtain a license or certificate of registry. Applicants 
would be required to appear in person at least once during the 
application process, to provide two acceptable forms of identification, 
and be fingerprinted by Coast Guard personnel.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Rule                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Gerald P. Miante, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0221

RIN: 1625-AA85

[[Page 73240]]

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Long-Term Actions


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




1277. SAFETY ZONE REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1225; 33 USC 1231; 33 USC 1233

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard uses these routine and frequent regulations 
to establish control of access to areas to ensure the safety of events, 
vessels, or individuals. Many of these zones are of short duration, 
ranging from a few hours to a few days, and all are geographically 
limited in area. Safety zones, defined in 33 CFR 165.20, are 
established for events such as fireworks displays, high-speed races, 
bridge repairs, dredging, or salvage operations, or the transit of 
dangerous cargoes such as explosives or liquefied petroleum gas. Safety 
zones are promulgated by Captains of the Port or District Commanders. 
These routine and frequent rulemakings support the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of marine safety, maritime mobility, and protection of 
natural resources. The total actions expected from May 1, 2004, to 
April 30, 2005, are 300.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   04/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Routine and frequent rulemakings issued under 
this RIN will each have an individual docket number.

Agency Contact: George Detweiler, Project Manager G-MWV, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0574

RIN: 1625-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




1278. SPECIAL ANCHORAGE AREAS/ANCHORAGE GROUNDS REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 471; 33 USC 2030; 33 USC 2035; 33 USC 2071

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 110

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent regulations are established where 
maritime and commercial interests require them for safety of 
navigation. Special anchorage areas are areas in which vessels of not 
more than 65 feet may anchor without displaying the required lights or 
sound signals. These special anchorage areas are limited 
geographically, and depending upon the purpose, establish both long- 
and short-term anchorages. Anchorage grounds are limited 
geographically, delineate the types and size of vessel which may use 
the anchorage, and may place time and other restrictions on its use. 
Special anchorage areas and anchorage grounds are promulgated by 
District Commanders in response to requests from appropriate officials. 
These routine and frequent rulemakings support the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of marine safety. The total actions expected from May 1, 
2004, to April 30, 2005, are 10.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   04/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Routine and frequent rulemakings issued under 
this RIN will have individual docket numbers.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AA98

Agency Contact: Ed LaRue, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0416
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1625-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1279. DISCHARGE-REMOVAL EQUIPMENT FOR VESSELS CARRYING OIL (CGD 90-068)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 18, 1992.

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 directed the President by 
August 18, 1992, to require periodic inspection of discharge-removal 
equipment to ensure that it is available in an emergency, and to 
require carriage of discharge-removal equipment by vessels operating in 
the navigable waters of the United States and carrying oil or hazardous 
substances. This action implemented those provisions. This project 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of protection of natural 
resources. This project is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/30/91                    56 FR 43534
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/16/91
NPRM                            09/29/92                    57 FR 44912
NPRM Comment Period Extended    10/26/92                    57 FR 48489
NPRM Comment Period End         10/29/92
NPRM Comment Period Extended    11/16/92
Interim Final Rule              12/22/93                    58 FR 67988
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/21/94
Correction                      01/26/94                     59 FR 3749
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/22/94


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AD66

Agency Contact: David A. DuPont, Project Manager, G-MSR-2, Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0971

RIN: 1625-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




1280. ESCORT VESSELS FOR CERTAIN TANKERS (CGD 91-202)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 101-380, sec 4116(c) (codified as 46 USC 3703 note)

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project promulgates 33 CFR part 168 and provides escort 
requirements for certain single-hull tankers in Prince William Sound 
and Puget Sound. It supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
protecting

[[Page 73241]]

natural resources, and is considered significant because of substantial 
public and State government interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/07/92                    57 FR 30058
NPRM Comment Period End         09/08/92
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    03/26/93                    58 FR 16391
Notice of Public Hearings       04/29/93                    58 FR 25959
Correction                      05/19/93                    58 FR 29157
NPRM Comment Period End         06/24/93
Notice of Availability - Part 1 
of Study                        01/10/94                     59 FR 1411
Final Rule                      08/19/94                    59 FR 42962
Final Rule - Suspension of 
Crash-Stop Provision            11/01/94                    59 FR 54519
Final Rule - Partial Suspension 
Effective                       11/17/94
Final Rule Effective            11/17/94
Notice of Availability - Part II 
of Study                        02/01/95                     60 FR 6345


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project (RIN 1625-AA05; transferred from 
RIN 2115-AA10 when Coast Guard transferred from the Department of 
Transportation to DHS) is related to RIN 1625-AA65 (Escort Vessels for 
Certain Tankers - Crash Stop Criteria, USCG-2003-14734). RIN 1625-AA05 
promulgated 33 CFR part 168, but suspended one provision, 33 CFR 
168.50(b)(2), before it ever took effect. Suspension is not a final 
action. Final action requires the Coast Guard to remove the suspension 
of 33 CFR 168.50(b)(2) and to determine its final status (either 
effective as promulgated, amended, or removed). All previous activity 
for RIN 1625-AA05 took place before the Coast Guard's participation in 
the Department of Transportation's Docket Management System (DMS). DMS 
is an electronic docketing system that provides the public with 
computerized access to Coast Guard rulemaking documents, but it does 
not support older Coast Guard docket numbers like CGD 91-202 (the Coast 
Guard docket number equivalent for RIN 1625-AA05). Consequently, the 
rulemaking docket for RIN 1625-AA05 is available only in paper form and 
must be viewed at Coast Guard Headquarters (contact the Office of 
Regulations and Administrative Law, G-LRA, at 202-267-1534). In order 
to finalize RIN 1625-AA05 in a way that is accessible to the public 
through DMS, the Coast Guard decided to open RIN 1625-AA65 under a DMS-
compatible Coast Guard docket number, USCG-2003-14734, and to treat it 
as the rulemaking vehicle for resolving the status of 33 CFR 
168.50(b)(2). All publications under RIN 1625-AA05 will appear 
electronically in the DMS docket. In addition, for ease of reference, 
we will scan relevant paper documents from RIN 1625-AA05 into the 
electronic DMS docket for RIN 1625-AA65, as supplemental materials.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, August 19, 1994, 59 FR 42962.

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LT Sam Stevens, Project Manager, G-MSE-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 2100 
Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0173

Related RIN: Related to 1625-AA10, Related to 1625-AA65
RIN: 1625-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




1281. REGATTA AND MARINE PARADE REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1233

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent, special local regulations ensure 
the safety of participants and spectators during regattas and marine 
parades. The regulations or rules specify such controls as separate 
participant and spectator areas, separation schemes for watercraft in 
the area of the event, and temporary restrictions on waterways to 
accommodate the event. These rules are short-term in nature, usually 
applying to a single event not exceeding eight hours in duration, and 
usually encompass only a small portion of a navigable waterway. These 
rules are promulgated by District Commanders in response to a request 
from an event-sponsoring organization. These routine and frequent 
rulemakings support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime 
safety and maritime mobility of commercial and recreational vessel 
traffic. The total actions expected from May 1, 2004, to April 30, 
2005, are 40.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Will Continue Through    04/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Routine and frequent rulemakings issued under 
this RIN will have individual docket numbers.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AE46

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 1625-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________




1282. DRAWBRIDGE REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 499

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 117

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent regulations establish operating 
schedules and notice requirements for drawbridges across navigable 
waterways. Drawbridge regulations establish the permanent draw 
operation schedules for bridges and specify what notice mariners must 
give to request an opening. Short-term deviations from the permanent 
schedule may be issued for bridge repairs or to test the effectiveness 
of a proposed new opening schedule. Drawbridge regulations are 
promulgated by District Commanders usually at the request of the bridge 
owner or operator, or of local officials or local Coast Guard bridge 
administration officials. These routine and frequent rulemakings 
support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
maritime mobility of commercial and recreational vessel traffic. The 
total actions expected from May 1, 2004, to April 30, 2005, are 150.

[[Page 73242]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   04/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Routine and frequent rulemakings issued under 
this RIN will have individual docket numbers.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AE47

Agency Contact: Alesia Steinberger, Project Manager, G-OPT-1, 
Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6215

RIN: 1625-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




1283. ESCORT VESSELS IN CERTAIN U.S. WATERS (CGD 91-202A)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 101-380, sec 4116(c) (codified as 46 USC 373 note)

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would designate those U.S. waters, other than 
Prince William Sound and Puget Sound, where tankers and other vessels 
must be escorted by a towing vessel or other appropriate vessel. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's Marine Safety, Security and 
Environmental Protection program's goal to reduce the amount of oil 
discharged into the marine environment and the Coast Guard's strategic 
goal of protecting natural resources. It is significant because of 
substantial public and State government interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/27/93                    58 FR 25766
Comment Period End              06/28/93
Request for Comments            12/21/94                    59 FR 65741
Comment Period End              02/13/95


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: We are in the process of deciding how to 
respond to the comments we have received. This rulemaking is a 
companion to RIN 1625-AA05, which concerns Prince William Sound and 
Puget Sound.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AE56

Agency Contact: LT Sam Stevens, Project Manager, G-MSE-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 2100 
Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0173

Related RIN: Related to 2115-AE10
RIN: 1625-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




1284. REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1231; 33 USC 1221; 33 USC 1223

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent regulations establish operating 
requirements for vessels within specified geographic areas to ensure 
safety on the navigable waters where some special or unusual 
circumstance exists. Regulated navigation areas are limited areas in 
which the Coast Guard specifies operational or vessel restrictions such 
as vessel entry, movement or departure, and vessel size, speed, 
horsepower, or draft limitations. Regulated navigation areas are 
promulgated by District Commanders, usually at the request of Coast 
Guard marine safety or local maritime safety officials. These routine 
and frequent rulemakings support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of 
waterways management, marine safety, and maritime mobility. The total 
actions expected from May 1, 2004, to April 30, 2005, are 35.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   04/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Routine and frequent rulemakings issued under 
this RIN will have individual docket numbers.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AE84

Agency Contact: Ed LaRue, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0416
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1625-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________




1285. MARINE TRANSPORTATION-RELATED FACILITY RESPONSE PLANS FOR 
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (USCG-1999-5705)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321(j); PL 101-380

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 154

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would implement provisions of the Oil Pollution 
Act of 1990 that require an owner or operator of a marine 
transportation-related facility transferring bulk hazardous substances 
to develop and operate in accordance with an approved response plan. 
The regulations would apply to marine transportation-related facilities 
that, because of their location, could cause harm to the environment by 
discharging a hazardous substance into or on the navigable waters or 
adjoining shoreline. A separate rulemaking, under RIN 1625-AA13, was 
developed in tandem with this rulemaking and addresses hazardous 
substances response plan requirements for tank vessels. This project 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources by reducing the consequence of 
pollution incidents. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public and industry interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/03/96                    61 FR 20084
Notice of Public Hearings       07/03/96                    61 FR 34775
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/03/96
NPRM                            03/31/00                    65 FR 17416
NPRM Comment Period End         06/29/00


Next Action Undetermined

[[Page 73243]]

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 94-048. Public hearings 
regarding this rulemaking were held in Washington, DC on July 30, 1996; 
Houston, TX on August 5, 1996; and Houston, TX on February 26 and 27, 
1997. Public meetings for the notice of proposed rulemaking were held 
in New Orleans, LA on May 10 and 11, 2000.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AE87

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LT Eric Bauer, Project Manager, G-MOR, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0417

RIN: 1625-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________




1286. TANK VESSEL RESPONSE PLANS FOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (USCG-1998-
4354)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1231; 33 USC 1321(j); PL 101-380

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would implement provisions of the Oil Pollution 
Act of 1990 that require an owner or operator of a tank vessel carrying 
bulk hazardous substances to develop and operate in accordance with an 
approved response plan. The regulations would apply to vessels 
operating on the navigable waters or within the Exclusive Economic Zone 
(EEZ) of the United States that carry bulk hazardous substances. A 
separate rulemaking, under RIN 1625-AA12, would address hazardous 
substances response plan requirements for marine transportation-related 
facilities. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of 
maritime safety and protection of natural resources by reducing the 
amount of chemicals entering the environment, as well as reducing the 
consequences of pollution incidents. This project is considered 
significant because of substantial public and industry interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/03/96                    61 FR 20084
Notice of Public Hearings       07/03/96                    61 FR 34775
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/03/96
NPRM                            03/22/99                    64 FR 13734
Notice of Public Hearing        06/15/99                    64 FR 31994
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/15/99
NPRM Comment Period End         06/21/99
NPRM Extended Comment Period End08/30/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 94-032.
Public meetings regarding this rulemaking were held in Washington, DC, 
on July 30, 1996; Houston, TX, on August 5, 1996; and Houston, TX, on 
February 26 and 27, 1997. Public meetings for the notice of proposed 
rulemaking were held in Houston, TX, on August 12 and 13, 1999.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AE88

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LT Paul Lattanzi, Project Manager, G-MOR, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-1983

RIN: 1625-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________




1287. OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF ACTIVITIES (USCG-1998-3868)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1333(d)(1); 43 USC 1348(c); 43 USC 1356

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 140 to 147

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would revise the regulations on Outer 
Continental Shelf (OCS) activities to: add new requirements for fixed 
OCS facilities for lifesaving, fire protection, training, hazardous 
materials used as stores, and accommodation spaces; require foreign 
vessels engaged in OCS activities to comply with requirements similar 
to those imposed on U.S. vessels similarly engaged; and allow all 
mobile inland drilling units to operate on the OCS out to a defined 
boundary line if they meet requirements for lifesaving, firefighting, 
and operations similar to those for fixed OCS facilities. This project 
would affect the owners and operators of facilities and vessels engaged 
in offshore activities associated with the exploration for, development 
of, or production of the resources of the OCS. The preliminary estimate 
of costs imposed by these amendments varies according to the unit. The 
Coast Guard is consulting with the Minerals Management Service, part of 
the Department of the Interior. It supports the Coast Guard's strategic 
goal of marine safety and environmental protection.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            06/27/95                    60 FR 33185
Comment Period End              09/25/95
NPRM                            12/07/99                    64 FR 68416
NPRM Correction                 02/22/00                     65 FR 8671
NPRM Comment Period Extended    03/16/00                    65 FR 14226
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/30/00                    65 FR 40559
NPRM Comment Period End         11/30/00
Final Rule                      12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The notice of request for comments published 
June 27, 1995, was assigned Coast Guard docket number 95-016. Following 
the request for comments, that docket was terminated. This project 
continues under Docket No. USCG-1998-3868 and RIN 1625-AA18.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF39

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: James Magill, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001

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Phone: 202 267-1082

RIN: 1625-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1288. SALVAGE AND MARINE FIREFIGHTING REQUIREMENTS; VESSEL RESPONSE 
PLANS FOR OIL (USCG-1998-3417)

Priority: Economically Significant

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 
104-4.

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Current vessel response plan regulations require that the 
owners or operators of vessels carrying groups I through V petroleum 
oil as a primary cargo identify in their response plans a salvage 
company with expertise and equipment, and a company with firefighting 
capability that can be deployed to a port nearest to the vessel's 
operating area within 24 hours of notification (groups I-IV) or a 
discovery of a discharge (group V). Numerous requests for clarification 
revealed widespread misunderstanding and confusion regarding the 
regulatory language, which will make the implementation of this 
requirement difficult. Based on comments received after the Vessel 
Response Plan final rule publication (61 FR 1052; January 12, 1996) and 
during a Coast Guard hosted workshop, the Coast Guard intends to better 
define the terms ``salvage expertise and equipment'' and ``vessel 
firefighting capability'' requirements and will reconsider the 24-hour 
deployment requirement which was scheduled to go into effect on 
February 18, 1998. Therefore, the Coast Guard suspended the effective 
dates of the 24-hour deployment requirements as published in the final 
rule. The Coast Guard will continue with this project to better define 
the requirements. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic 
goals of maritime safety and protection of the natural resources. This 
rulemaking is also significant because it concerns a matter of 
substantial public interest or controversy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule - Partial Suspension 02/12/98                     63 FR 7069
Final Rule - Partial Suspension 01/17/01                     66 FR 3876
NPRM                            05/10/02                    67 FR 31868
Public Meeting 7/9/02, 7/17/02, 
7/25/02                         06/12/02                    67 FR 40254
Public Meeting 9/26/02          08/07/02                    67 FR 51159
NPRM Comment Period Extended    08/07/02
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/02
Final Rule - Partial Suspension 01/23/04                     69 FR 3236


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Partial suspension of regulations created 
through the Vessel Response Plan final rule, Docket No. 91-034, RIN 
2115-AD81. The project was originally titled ``Salvage and Firefighting 
Equipment; Vessel Response Plans.'' The change was made in order to 
distinguish this project from other similarly titled projects within 
the Coast Guard.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF60

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LT Reed Kohberger, Project Manager, G-MOR-3, Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0448

RIN: 1625-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________




1289. DEEPWATER PORTS (USCG-1998-3884)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1504

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 148 to 150

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking project revises regulations adopted in 1975 
to implement the Deepwater Port Act of 1974. It updates and streamlines 
those regulations in accordance with the 1996 Deepwater Port 
Modernization Act. It also extends the deepwater port regulations to 
the natural gas deepwater ports authorized by Congress in the Maritime 
Transportation Security Act of 2002. This project supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and protection of natural 
resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/29/97                    62 FR 45774
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/13/97
NPRM                            05/30/02                    67 FR 37920
NPRM Comment Period End         07/29/02
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/19/02                    67 FR 53764
Second NPRM Comment Period End  09/18/02
Temporary Interim Rule          01/06/04                      69 FR 724
Temporary Interim Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/05/04
Final Rule                      10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: An advance notice of proposed rulemaking was 
published under Docket Number USCG-1998-4441. That docket number is 
replaced with USCG-1998-3884.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF63

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 1625-AA20
_______________________________________________________________________




1290. COMMERCIAL DIVING OPERATIONS (USCG-1998-3786)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1509; 43 USC 1333; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703; 46 
USC 6101

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 197

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project involves reviewing and updating the commercial 
diving regulations, which were first adopted in 1977. A review of the

[[Page 73245]]

commercial diving regulations is needed to determine what parts should 
be updated or changed based on the current standards of safety, 
technology, and industry practices and to evaluate and minimize any 
significant economic impact of the rules upon small entities. The 
project supports the Coast Guard Marine Safety, Security and 
Environmental Protection Program's goal to reduce deaths and injuries 
on U.S. commercial vessels and the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/26/98                    63 FR 34840
ANPRM Comment Period Extended   09/23/98                    63 FR 50848
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/09/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AF64

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 1625-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________




1291. IMPROVEMENTS TO MARITIME SAFETY IN PUGET SOUND-AREA WATERS (USCG-
1998-4501)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223 to 1224

CFR Citation: 33 CFR ch. 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would promulgate measures to improve maritime 
safety in Puget Sound-Area waters including Puget Sound, the Strait of 
Juan de Fuca, passages around and through the San Juan Islands, and the 
Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. Based on a determination by 
the Secretary of Transportation regarding the status of maritime safety 
in the Puget Sound area, the Coast Guard has initiated a comprehensive 
cost-benefit analysis to study the feasibility of implementing new 
safety measures, including extended tug escort requirements and a 
dedicated response vessel. Public input will help focus this cost-
benefit analysis and develop any future proposed rules, if deemed 
necessary. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard Marine Safety, 
Security and Environmental Protection Program's goal to reduce the 
amount of oil discharged into the marine environment and the Coast 
Guard's strategic goal of protection of natural resources. This is a 
significant action due to substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/24/98                    63 FR 64937
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/24/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AF68

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LT Sam Stevens, Project Manager, G-MSE-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 2100 
Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0173

RIN: 1625-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________




1292. CARGO SECURING ON VESSELS OPERATING IN U.S. WATERS (USCG-2000-
7080)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3306

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the cargo stowage and securing 
rules for U.S. vessels operating in U.S. waters. In addition, it would 
amend rules to require cargo-securing manuals for U.S. or foreign 
vessels of 500 gross tons or more on international voyages. Its goal is 
to reduce hazardous material cargo losses from vessels in U.S. waters. 
It supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/00                    65 FR 75201
NPRM Comment Period End         03/01/01


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking is being returned to a long-
term schedule. In the 2002 spring agenda, we announced we would be 
withdrawing this rulemaking but we are currently reevaluating that 
decision.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF97

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Dave Dolloff, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1190

RIN: 1625-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________




1293. VESSEL AND FACILITY RESPONSE PLANS FOR OIL: 2003 REMOVAL EQUIPMENT 
REQUIREMENTS AND ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY REVISIONS (USCG-2001-8661)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 153; 33 CFR 154; 33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will propose changes to the Vessel Response 
Plans and Marine Transportation Facility Response Plans, and revise the 
language in the Code of Federal Regulations concerning methods and 
procedures for removing oil from coastal waters. This rulemaking 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of protection of natural 
resources.

[[Page 73246]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/11/02                    67 FR 63331
NPRM Comment Period Extended    11/19/02                    67 FR 69697
NPRM Comment Period End         01/09/03
Extended NPRM Comment Period End04/08/03
Final Rule                      07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG05

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LT Eric Bauer, Project Manager, G-MOR, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0417

RIN: 1625-AA26
_______________________________________________________________________




1294. ELECTRONIC CHART DISPLAY AND INFORMATION SYSTEM (ECDIS) (USCG-
2001-8826)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223; 33 USC 1231; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3703; 46 
USC 6101; 46 USC 8502

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 164

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would allow commercial vessels the option of using 
an IMO-approved Electronic Charting Display and Information System 
(ECDIS) as a primary means of navigation in U.S. waters instead of 
paper charts. Compliance with this rule would be optional; any vessel 
choosing not to use such an ECDIS must continue to navigate using 
corrected and updated printed charts and publications. This rule 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/01                    66 FR 21899
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/02/01


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking has been shifted onto a long-
term schedule. In the 2002 spring agenda, we announced that we would be 
withdrawing this rulemaking. We are still reevaluating that decision.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AG09

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LCDR James Rocco, Project Manager, G-MWV-2, Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0550

RIN: 1625-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




1295. FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PROPELLER INJURY AVOIDANCE MEASURES (USCG 
2001-10163)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would establish Federal requirements for nonplaning 
recreational houseboats equipped with propeller driven propulsion 
located aft of the transom. This rule would require owners of these 
nonplaning recreational houseboats to install either one or two 
propulsion unit measures (a propeller guard or a jet pump drive) or 
employ three combined measures (use of an ignition cut-off switch, 
where installed, and install a swim ladder interlock device and an aft-
visibility device). Owners of rental houseboats would have to also 
install an ignition cut-off switch, if not already installed. These 
requirements would reduce the number of boaters who are seriously or 
fatally injured when struck by the propeller of a nonplaning 
recreational houseboat. This rulemaking would implement recommendations 
made by the National Boating Safety Advisory Council. It supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/10/01                    66 FR 63645
NPRM Comment Period End         03/11/02
NPRM Comment Period Extended    03/26/02                    67 FR 13738
NPRM Comment Period End         05/11/02
Final Rule                       To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG18

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 1625-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________




1296. STANDARDS FOR LIVING ORGANISMS IN SHIPS' BALLAST WATER DISCHARGED 
IN U.S. WATERS (USCG-2001-10486)

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4711

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would add a performance standard to 33 CFR 
part 151, subpart D, for all ballast water treatment methods being used 
as alternatives to midocean ballast water exchange. It supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goals of marine safety and protection of 
natural resources. This project is significant due to high interest 
among several Federal and State agencies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/04/02                     67 FR 9632
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/03/02
NPRM                            12/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected:  Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 73247]]

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG21

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Dr. Richard Everett, Project Manager, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Operating & 
Environmental Standards (G-MSO), 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 
20593
Phone: 202 267-2243

RIN: 1625-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




1297. DRAWBRIDGE OPERATIONS REGULATIONS; REVISIONS (USCG-2001-10881)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 499

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 117

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is proposing changes to its drawbridge 
regulations that provide guidance for general requirements relating to 
the use and operation of drawbridges. This project will create a new 
deviation for short-term closures, provide Coast Guard Eighth District 
Bridges Administration St. Louis, MO, with a general bridge closure 
requirement during the winter season when navigation is reduced, and 
eliminate any unnecessary distinction between commercial and 
recreational vessels in subpart B. It will also make changes throughout 
part 117 to remove redundancies, make amendments and technical 
corrections, and remove special bridge regulations that are no longer 
functional. Corrections and clarification of these requirements will 
help to streamline the drawbridge regulatory process and should shorten 
and simplify part 117 for the reader. This rulemaking supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/17/03                    68 FR 18922
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/03


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG27

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: J. Christopher Jaufmann, Project Manager (G-OPT-1), 
Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard 
Headquarters, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0377

RIN: 1625-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________




1298. NOTIFICATIONS OF ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE IN PORTS OR PLACES IN THE 
UNITED STATES (USCG-2001-11865)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223(a)(5); 33 USC 1226; 33 USC 1231

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard needs to permanently amend its regulations 
relating to the Notifications of Arrival (NOA) and Departure (NOD) 
requirements in 33 CFR part 160 to ensure port safety, security, and 
environmental protection as well as maintain the uninterrupted flow of 
commerce. Subsequent to the terrorist attacks of September 2001, we 
published an emergency temporary final rule (96-hour rule) amending the 
NOA and NOD requirements for commercial vessels bound for or departing 
from ports or places in the United States. The temporary final rule 
terminated on March 31, 2003. In this final rule, most of the changes 
introduced by the temporary final rule have been made permanent. This 
rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime 
safety, maritime security, protection of natural resources, and 
maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/19/02                    67 FR 41659
NPRM Comment Period End         08/19/02
Final Rule                      02/28/03                     68 FR 9537
Final Rule Effective            04/01/03
Final Rule Partial Suspension   05/22/03                    68 FR 27907
Final Rule Correction           11/10/03                    68 FR 63735


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG35

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LTJG Kimberly Andersen, Project Manager, G-MPP, 
Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-2562

RIN: 1625-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________




1299. PROTECTION FOR WHISTLEBLOWERS IN THE COAST GUARD (USCG-2002-13016)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 10 USC 1034

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 53

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend 33 CFR part 53 both by extending 
coverage to uniformed members of the Coast Guard who make ``protected'' 
communications either to an organization within the Department within 
which the Coast Guard is operating concerned with audit, inspection, or 
law enforcement, or to any other person or organization (including any 
person or organization in the chain of command) designated pursuant to 
regulations to receive such communications, and by extending the nature 
of protected communications to comprise complaints: (a) of violations 
of statute or regulation prohibiting sexual harassment; (b) of unlawful 
discrimination; and (c) of gross mismanagement. This project supports 
the Coast Guard's five strategic goals of maritime safety and security, 
protection of natural resources, maritime mobility, and national 
defense.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG49

Agency Contact: LT Patrick Grace, Project Manager, G-LGL, Department of

[[Page 73248]]

Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0064

RIN: 1625-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________




1300. VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER (USCG-1998-4399)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223(a)

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 26; 33 CFR 161; 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project proposes to establish a new Vessel Traffic 
Service (VTS) area in the Lower Mississippi River region. This Vessel 
Traffic Service Area (VTSA) will span from 20 miles north of Baton 
Rouge (mile 255 Above Head of Passes (AHP)) out to sea, including the 
South and Southwest Pass. As part of the VTSA, a VTS Special Area will 
be designated between mile 93.5 and 95 AHP. Unlike traditional VTSs, 
which are based on radar and video surveillance and rely on voice 
communications by VHF-FM radio, when fully operational VTS Lower 
Mississippi River will use Automatic Identification System transponder 
technology to perform the majority of both surveillance and information 
exchange. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of 
maritime safety and protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/26/00                    65 FR 24616
NPRM Comment Period End         07/25/00
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/18/00                    65 FR 50479
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/00
Final Rule                       To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project was originally entitled ``Vessel 
Traffic Service Lower Mississippi/Automatic Identification System 
Carriage Requirement.'' The VTS LMR will retain RIN 1625-AA58. The AIS 
carriage requirement was developed in a separate rulemaking (see USCG-
2003-14757, RIN 1625-AA67).
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF75

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Jorge Arroyo, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6277

RIN: 1625-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________




1301. RULES OF PRACTICE, PROCEDURE, AND EVIDENCE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE 
PROCEEDINGS OF THE COAST GUARD (USCG 1998-3472)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 7701; 46 USC 7702; 33 USC 1321; 42 USC 9609

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 20; 46 CFR 5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard maintains two separate sets of procedural 
rules: the administrative adjudication rules against merchant mariners' 
licenses, certificates of registry, and documents; and those for the 
adjudication of class II civil penalties. The rules for suspension and 
revocation, contained in part 5 of title 46 of the Code of Federal 
Regulations (CFR), date from 1948, and are based on criminal procedure. 
The rules for class II civil penalties, contained in part 20 of title 
33 of the CFR, date from 1994, and are based on the Model Rules of 
Administrative Procedure and on other modern rules for civil procedure. 
Neither set implements the authority of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 
(OPA 90), which provides for the temporary suspension of a license, 
certificate of registry, or document for up to 45 days without a 
hearing, in certain circumstances, and a hearing within 30 days of any 
such suspension. This rulemaking would consolidate all procedural rules 
for administrative adjudications for class II civil penalties, and 
allow the Coast Guard to promulgate regulations implementing the OPA 90 
authority. This project supports the strategic goal of the Coast Guard 
to promote marine safety. We are in the process of deciding how to 
respond to comments received.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/98                    63 FR 16731
NPRM Comment Period End         05/06/98
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/20/98                    63 FR 27700
NPRM Comment Period End         06/19/98
Interim Final Rule              05/24/99                    64 FR 28054
Interim Final Rule Effective    06/23/99
Interim Final Rule Correction   06/28/99                    64 FR 34540
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/23/99
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period Reopened                 10/05/99                    64 FR 53970
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/03/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking revises in part the previous 
docket of CGD 94-101, which was terminated on December 20, 1995.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF59

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: George Jordan, Project Manager, G-CJ, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-2940

RIN: 1625-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________




1302. ESCORT VESSELS FOR CERTAIN TANKERS--CRASH STOP CRITERIA (USCG-
2003-14734)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 101-380, sec 4116(c) (codified as 46 USC 3703 note)

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would remove the suspension of 33 CFR 168.50 
(b)(2) made in 1994 by related rulemaking RIN 1625-AA05, and would 
finalize that provision's status either by allowing it to take effect, 
by amending

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it, or by removing it. This project would support the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of maritime safety and maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project is related to RIN 1625-AA05 
(Escort Vessels for Certain Tankers, CGD91-202). RIN 1625-AA05 
promulgated 33 CFR part 168, but suspended one provision, 33 CFR 
168.50(b)(2), before it ever took effect. Suspension is not a final 
action. Final action in RIN 1625-AA05 took place before the Coast 
Guard's participation in the Department of Transportation's Docket 
Management System (DMS). DMS is an electronic docketing system that 
provides the public with computerized access to Coast Guard rulemaking 
documents, but it does not support older Coast Guard docket numbers 
like CGD91-202 (the Coast Guard docket number equivalent for RIN 1625-
AA05). Consequently, the rulemaking docket for RIN 1625-AA05 is 
available only in paper form and must be viewed at Coast Guard 
Headquarters (contact the Office of Regulations and Administrative Law, 
G-LRA, at 202-267-1534). In order to finalize RIN 1625-AA05 in a way 
that is accessible to the public through DMS, the Coast Guard decided 
to open this rulemaking, RIN 1625-AA65, under a DMS-compatible Coast 
Guard docket number, USCG-2003-14734. All publications under RIN 1625-
AA65 will appear electronically in the DMS docket. In addition, for 
ease of reference, we will scan relevant paper documents from RIN 1625-
AA05 into the electronic DMS docket for RIN 1625-AA65, as supplemental 
materials.

Agency Contact: LT Sam Stevens, Project Manager, G-MSE-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 2100 
Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0173

Related RIN: Related to 1625-AA05, Related to 1625-AA10
RIN: 1625-AA65
_______________________________________________________________________




1303. VALIDATION OF MERCHANT MARINERS' VITAL INFORMATION AND ISSUANCE OF 
COAST GUARD MERCHANT MARINER'S DOCUMENTS (MMDS) (USCG-2003-14500)

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 46 USC 21; 46 USC 73; 46 USC 75; 46 USC 77

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking describes enhancements to the application 
procedures for the ``Merchant Mariners Documents'' (MMDs) required for 
ocean going vessels of over 200 gross tons. This includes a background 
check, fingerprinting for each application, showing up physically at a 
Regional Exam Center (REC) at least once during each application and 
furnishing proof of identity before fingerprints are taken.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Meeting               02/20/03                     68 FR 8326
Notice of Policy                04/08/03                    68 FR 17064
Interim Rule                    01/06/04                      69 FR 526
Correction to Interim Rule      02/11/04                     69 FR 6575
Interim Rule Comment Period End 04/05/04


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Gerald P. Miante, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0221

RIN: 1625-AA81
_______________________________________________________________________




1304. SECURITY ZONE REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1226; 33 USC 1231; 50 USC 191; 33 CFR 6

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard uses these routine and frequent regulations 
to establish control of access to areas to ensure the security of 
vessels, waterfront facilities, or individuals. Many of these zones are 
of short duration, a few hours to a few days, and all are 
geographically limited in area. Security zones are established for 
Presidential or Vice Presidential visits, high profile events such as 
the Olympics, controversial events such as transport of spent nuclear 
fuel, and in response to the threat of terrorist attacks. Some security 
zones are implemented only at heightened security levels and only for 
the duration of the heightened alert. Security zones are promulgated by 
Captains of the Port or District Commanders. These routine and frequent 
rulemakings support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of marine 
security, mobility, protection of natural resources, and national 
defense. The total actions expected from May 1, 2004, to April 30, 
2005, are 200.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   04/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Routine and frequent rulemakings issued under 
this RIN will each have an individual docket number.

Agency Contact: CDR Cynthia Stowe, Project Manager (G-MPS-2), 
Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-4150
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1625-AA87
_______________________________________________________________________




1305.  DRY CARGO RESIDUE DISCHARGES IN THE GREAT LAKES 
(USCG-2003-16814)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1901; 33 USC 1321 et seq; PL 108-293

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking implements Congressional directives. Public 
Law 108-293 directs the Coast Guard to

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continue implementation of an existing enforcement policy that 
regulates incidental dry cargo residue on the Great Lakes, until 
September 30, 2008, or until the promulgation of new regulations that 
would replace the existing policy. The statute also directs the Coast 
Guard to undertake any environmental assessment that would be necessary 
to support new regulations.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A timetable for this rulemaking will be set 
after completion of the environmental assessment. Supplementary 
information about this rulemaking may be found in the docket for this 
rulemaking. The docket may be accessed via the URL listed below.

URL For More Information:
www.dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LCDR Mary Sohlberg, Department of Homeland Security, 
U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW, Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-0713
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1625-AA89
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Completed Actions


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




1306. TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERSONNEL ON PASSENGER SHIPS (USCG 
1999-5610)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; 46 USC ch 71; 46 USC ch 73

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 12; 46 CFR 15; 46 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will implement new amendments to the 
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and 
Watchkeeping (STCW) for Seafarers, 1978 that impose requirements for 
training and qualifications of masters, officers, engineers, and 
``ratings.'' The following training courses are mandatory for the 
personnel on passenger ships other than roll-on, roll-off, carrying 
more than 12 passengers operating on international voyages: (1) Crisis 
Management and Human Behavior; (2) Crowd Management; (3) Special 
Safety; (4) Passenger Safety, with special attention given to disabled 
persons and others needing assistance; and (5) Special Familiarization. 
This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime 
safety and protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/15/00                    65 FR 37507
NPRM Comment Period End         09/13/00
Interim Rule                    10/30/02                    67 FR 66063
Interim Rule Comment Period End 12/30/02
Final Rule                      06/10/04                    69 FR 32465

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AF83

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Mark Gould, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6890

RIN: 1625-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________




1307. ALTERNATE TONNAGE CONVENTION: SMALL PASSENGER VESSELS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 14 USC 14104

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend small passenger vessel 
regulations retaining the tonnage thresholds based on measurement under 
46 U.S.C. 14502, but adding alternate tonnage thresholds based on 
measurement under 46 U.S.C. 14302. We have decided to withdraw this 
item from the agenda. We will request additional information from the 
public.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       10/13/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG29

Agency Contact: Peter D. Eareckson, Project Manager, Marine Safety 
Center, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 400 7th 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001
Phone: 202 366-6502

RIN: 1625-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1308. PENALTIES FOR NONSUBMISSION OF BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT REPORTS 
(USCG-2002-13147)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4711

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would set penalties for vessels that fail to 
submit ballast water management reports, as required in subpart D of 33 
CFR 151. It supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of protection of 
natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/06/03                      68 FR 523
NPRM Comment Period End         04/07/03
Final Rule                      06/14/04                      69 FR 113

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG50

URL For More Information:

[[Page 73251]]

dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Bivan Patnaik, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-1744

RIN: 1625-AA51
_______________________________________________________________________




1309. MANDATORY BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR U.S. WATERS (USCG-
2003-14273)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4711

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would make ballast water management 
requirements applicable to all vessels equipped with ballast water 
tanks entering a port or place in the United States. It supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goals of marine safety and protection of 
natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/30/03                    68 FR 44691
NPRM Comment Period End         10/28/03
Final Rule                      07/28/04                    69 FR 44952

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG52

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Bivan Patnaik, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-1744

RIN: 1625-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________




1310. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN CODES AND REVISION OF REGULATIONS ON HULL 
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (USCG-2003-14272)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 181.27

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: By modifying a restriction on U.S. boat manufacturers when 
they label a boat with a hull identification number (HIN), this 
proposed rule would make it less expensive for the manufacturers to 
comply with an international HIN standard for boats they would like to 
export and thus this rulemaking would support the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/03                    68 FR 36957
NPRM Comment Period End         09/18/03
Final Rule                      06/17/04                    69 FR 33858
Final Action Effective          08/16/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2115-AG53

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Alston Colihan, Project Manager, G-OPB-3, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0981

RIN: 1625-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________




1311. ALTERNATE HULL EXAMINATION PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN PASSENGER VESSELS, 
AND UNDERWATER SURVEYS FOR PASSENGER, NAUTICAL SCHOOL, AND SAILING 
SCHOOL VESSELS (USCG-2000-6858)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3305; 46 USC 3308

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 71; 46 CFR 115; 46 CFR 167; 46 CFR 169; 46 CFR 176

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project will establish hull examination 
alternatives and a drydock extension policy for qualifying passenger 
vessels that operate exclusively on benign, low-risk environments, and 
that have limited time under way. In addition, the proposed regulations 
would provide the option of alternating drydock examinations with 
underwater surveys for passenger vessels. This project supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic Marine Safety, Security and Environmental 
Protection Program's goal of mobility by facilitating commerce and 
eliminating interruptions and impediments to the economical movement of 
goods and people.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/29/02                    67 FR 21062
Interim Final Rule Effective    06/28/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/29/02
Collection of Information 
Interim Rule Sections Effective 08/28/02
Interim Final Rule; Announcement 
of Effective Date               08/28/02                    67 FR 55162
Interim Rule; Announcement of 
Effective Date; Correction      10/18/02                    67 FR 64315
Final Rule                      08/05/04                    69 FR 47378

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project is split from RIN 2115-AF73. The 
split was a result of comments received under the notice of proposed 
rulemaking that was published under RIN 2115-AF73, November 15, 1999, 
64 FR 62018, entitled Frequency of Inspection Alternate Hull Exam 
Program for Certain Passenger Vessels, and Underwater Surveys for 
Passenger, Nautical School, and Sailing School Vessels.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF95

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LCDR Martin Walker, Project Manager, G-MOC, Department 
of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1047

RIN: 1625-AA57

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_______________________________________________________________________




1312. FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS AND VOYAGE PLANNING FOR TOWING VESSELS 
(USCG 2000-6931)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3719; 46 USC 4102

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 157; 46 CFR 27

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 1, 1997.

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposes requirements for (a) total-flooding 
or other installed systems for suppressing fires on existing towing 
vessels, and (b) voyage-planning. The purpose of this rulemaking is to 
reduce oil spills from single-hull, non-self-propelled barges because 
drifting oil barges have run aground and spilled their cargoes, causing 
considerable damage to marine life and the environment. This project 
was developed in cooperation with the Towing Safety Advisory Committee. 
It supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/06/97                    62 FR 52057
Comment Period End              01/05/98
Comment Period Reopened         02/27/98                     63 FR 9980
Notice of Public Meeting        02/27/98                     63 FR 9980
Comment Period End              05/11/98
Supplemental NPRM               11/08/00                    65 FR 66941
Notice of Public Meeting        12/28/00                    65 FR 82303
Supplemental NPRM Comment Period 
End                             03/08/01
Supplemental NPRM; Notice of 
Mtg. & Second Reopening Comment 
Period                          07/11/01                    66 FR 36223
Second Reopened Comment Period 
End                             09/15/01
Interim Rule                    04/29/03                    68 FR 22604
Interim Rule Comment Period End 07/28/03
Interim Rule Effective          08/27/03
Final Rule                      06/18/04                    69 FR 34064
Final Rule Effective            07/19/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking was formerly titled ``Towing 
Vessel Safety (Fire Suppression Systems and Other Measures for Towing 
Vessels)'' (CGD 97-064). It originally proposed requirements for three 
sets of issues relative to the safety of towing vessel safety issues: 
(1) Fire-suppression systems and other measures; (2) control measures 
for tank barges; and (3) fire-protection measures for towing vessels. 
The latter two components have developed into separate rulemakings: 
Emergency Control Measures for Tank Barges (USCG 1998-4443; RIN 2115-
AF65), and Fire Protection Measures for Towing Vessels (USCG 1998-4445; 
RIN 2115-AF66).
Transferred from RIN 2115-AF53

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Randall Eberly, Project Manager, G-MSE-4, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1861

RIN: 1625-AA60
_______________________________________________________________________




1313. WEARING OF PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES (PFDS) BY CERTAIN CHILDREN 
ABOARD RECREATIONAL VESSELS (USCG-2000-8589)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 175, subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires every child under the age of 13 to wear a 
personal flotation device (PFD)--also called a lifejacket--while aboard 
a recreational vessel under way and while not below decks or in an 
enclosed cabin. It adopts, on waters subject to the jurisdiction of the 
United States within any State, any requirement for the wearing of a 
PFD established by that State for a child under an age specified by 
that State. The rule also sets, on waters subject to the jurisdiction 
of the United States within any State lacking any such requirement, its 
own, comparable requirements. This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/01/01                    66 FR 21717
NPRM Comment Period End         08/29/01
Final Rule                      02/27/02                     67 FR 8881
Notice of Withdrawal of Final 
Rule                            03/27/02                    67 FR 19643
Withdrawal of Final Rule 
Effective                       03/27/02
Interim Final Rule              06/24/02                    67 FR 42488
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/23/02
Interim Final Rule Effective    12/23/02
Final Rule                      07/30/04                    69 FR 45589
Final Rule Effective            08/30/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: After publication of the final rule, the State 
Boating Law Administrator (BLA) of Ohio raised a concern about possible 
adverse impacts due to Federal enforcement of PFD-wearing requirements 
on vessels not subject to State requirements because of vessels' 
lengths. The Coast Guard withdrew the final rule before its effective 
date and later published an interim final rule that allowed public 
comment on a new alternative, which removes the potential differences 
between Federal and State requirements.
Transferred from RIN 2115-AG04

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 1625-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________




1314. NOTIFICATION OF ARRIVAL IN U.S. PORTS; CERTAIN DANGEROUS CARGOES; 
ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION (USCG-2003-16688)

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223; 33 USC 1231; 46 USC ch 701; DHS 
Delegation no. 0170.1

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 160.204; 33 CFR 160.210

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 73253]]

Abstract: This regulatory project will revise the definition of Certain 
Dangerous Cargo (CDC) as listed in 33 CFR 160 subpart C, to include 
ammonium nitrate and propylene oxide. Furthermore, this project will 
also provide for optional electronic submission of NOA reports via a 
web portal. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard Strategic Goals of 
Maritime Security, Maritime Safety and National Defense.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Temporary Final Rule            08/18/04                    69 FR 51176

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For More Information:
www.dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
www.dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LTJG Kimberly Andersen, Project Manager, G-MPP, 
Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-2562

RIN: 1625-AA82
_______________________________________________________________________




1315. SAFETY ZONE FOR OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF FACILITY IN THE GULF OF 
MEXICO (CGD 08-04-004)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 85; 43 USC 1333

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 147

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposes to establish a safety zone around a 
petroleum and gas production facility located in Green Canyon 608 of 
the Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico. The facility needs 
to be protected from vessels operating outside normal shipping channels 
and fairways. Placing a safety zone around the facility will 
significantly reduce the threat of allisions, oil spills, and releases 
of natural gas. The proposed regulation would prevent all vessels from 
entering or remaining in specified areas around the facility's location 
except for the following: an attending vessel; a vessel under 100 feet 
in length not engaged in towing; or a vessel authorized by the Eighth 
Coast Guard District Commander. The proposed safety zone is necessary 
to protect life, property, and the environment, and supports the Coast 
Guards's strategic goals of marine safety and protection of natural 
resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/15/04                    69 FR 12098
NPRM Comment Period End         05/14/04
Final Rule                      06/17/04                   69 FR 338556

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For More Information:
dms.dot.gov

URL For Public Comments:
dms.dot.gov

Agency Contact: LT Kevin Lynn, Project Manager (mwm), Department of 
Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Eighth Coast Guard District 
Commander, Hale Boggs Federal Buildings, 500 Poydras Street, New 
Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504 589-6217
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1625-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________




1316. UNAUTHORIZED ENTRY INTO CUBAN TERRITORIAL WATERS (USCG-2004-17509)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 50 USC 191; 50 USC 192; 50 USC 194; 50 USC 196; 14 USC 
141; Presidential Proclamation 6867, 61 FR 8843; 3 CFR, 1996 Comp. p 8; 
Presidential Proclamation 7757, 69 FR 9515 (March 1, 2004); Secretary 
of Homeland Security Order 2004-001; DHS Security Delegation No. 0170.1

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 105-1; 33 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires certain U.S. vessels and vessels without 
nationality within U.S. territorial waters that thereafter enter Cuban 
territorial waters to apply for and receive a permit from the U.S. 
Coast Guard. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of 
maritime security and maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      07/08/04                    69 FR 41367
Final Rule Effective            07/02/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Murray, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. 
Coast Guard, Office of Law Enforcement (G-OPL), 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1890

RIN: 1625-AA86

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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


Directorate of Border and Transportation Security (BTS)



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1317.  UNITED STATES VISITOR AND IMMIGRANT STATUS 
INDICATOR TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (US-VISIT); AUTH. TO COLLECT BIOMETRIC DATA 
FROM ADDIT'L TRAVELERS AND EXPANSION TO 50 MOST HIGHLY TRAFFICKED LAND 
BORDER PORTS

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 74 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1650-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)               Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP)



_______________________________________________________________________




1318. ADVANCE NOTICE REQUIREMENTS FOR AIRCRAFT LANDINGS AND ARRIVALS; 
REVISIONS TO THE PRIVATE AIRCRAFT OVERFLIGHT PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 58b; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1433; 19 USC 
1436; 19 USC 1448; 19 USC 1459; 19 USC 1590; 19 USC 1594; 19 USC 1623; 
19 USC 1624; 19 USC 1644; 19 USC 1644a

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 122

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to part 122 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations require that the owners or operators of commercial aircraft 
that operate as scheduled airlines and enter the United States from 
foreign areas who intend to land at landing rights or user fee 
airports, request from U.S. Customs and Border Protection permission to 
land in writing at least 30 days before the first flight date and 
secure customs approval to land before the first flight begins. 
Amendment would also make the advance notice of arrival requirement 
applicable to all aircraft. The advance notice of arrival would be 
required to be given by the aircraft commander directly to the 
appropriate customs location at least one hour before the aircraft 
crosses any border or coastline of the United States. Amendment would 
also modify the application process for the Overflight Program and 
provide for centralized processing of requests for an overflight 
exemption.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD10

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Tritt, Operations Officer, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of 
Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-2594

RIN: 1651-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________




1319. PRIOR DISCLOSURE AND LOST DUTY OR REVENUE DEMANDS WHEN PENALTY 
CLAIM NOT ISSUED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1592; 19 USC 1593a; 19 
USC 1624

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to part 142 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations pertaining to prior disclosure and to the procedure for 
demanding payment of duties, taxes, fees, or revenue for violations of 
19 U.S.C. sections 1592 or 1593a when a penalty claim is not issued. 
Amendments are designed to encourage participation in the prior 
disclosure program and to enhance the effectiveness of the duty/revenue 
demand process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD13

Agency Contact: Alan Cohen, Senior Attorney, Penalties Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Regulations and Rulings, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 572-8742

RIN: 1651-AA42
_______________________________________________________________________




1320. CARGO INFORMATION (MANIFEST) DISCREPANCY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 
AND PENALTY GUIDELINES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1431; 19 USC 1433; 19 USC 
1434; 19 USC 1436; 19 USC 1581; 19 USC 1584; 19 USC 1498; 46 USC app 3; 
46 USC app 91

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 4; 19 CFR 18; 19 CFR 113; 19 CFR 122; 19 CFR 123; 
19 CFR 146; 19 CFR 158

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to parts 4, 18, 113, 122, 123, 146 and 158 of the 
Customs and Border Protection Regulations concerning cargo information 
(manifest) discrepancy reporting requirements for all modes of 
commercial transportation (air, sea, rail and truck). Amendment sets 
forth corresponding guidelines for the assessment of penalties or 
claims for liquidated damages for manifesting violations. Amendment 
would require that any discrepancy from previously filed cargo 
information be reported to CBP by the responsible party immediately 
upon discovery and that

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such reports, with limited exceptions be submitted to CBP in an 
electronic format. Amendment would eliminate Customs Form 5931 and 
require that cargo declaration information be kept for a period of five 
years after conveyance arrival. Also provides (as Appendices to the 
regulations) guidelines for the assessment of penalties for failing to 
reporting discrepancies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD26

Agency Contact: Pete Flores, Inspector, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Manifest and 
Conveyance Branch, Office of Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-3127

Jeremy Baskin, Attorney-Advisor, Penalties Branch, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of 
Regulations and Rulings, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 
20229
Phone: 202 572-8753

RIN: 1651-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________




1321. REINSTATEMENT OF TRANSIT PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1184; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1223; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1227; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 231; 8 CFR 233

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Immediate and Continuous Transit program, also known as 
the Transit Without Visa (TWOV) program and the International-to-
International (ITI) program allowed an alien to be transported in-
transit through the United States to another foreign country without 
first obtaining a nonimmigrant visa from the Department of State 
overseas, provided the carrier had entered into an Immediate and 
Continuous Transit Agreement on Form I-426, pursuant to section 233(c) 
of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Both the TWOV and ITI programs 
were suspended due to security concerns in an interim rule published in 
August 2003. The Department of Homeland Security in this rule would be 
reinstating a variation of these programs incorporating the necessary 
security measures so that national security will not be compromised.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule Effective    08/02/03
Interim Final Rule              08/07/03                    68 FR 46926
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/22/03
NPRM                            11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD36

Agency Contact: Kenneth Sava, Director, Air and Sea Passenger 
Operations, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and 
Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-2589

RIN: 1651-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP)



_______________________________________________________________________




1322. ELIMINATION OF IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION SERVICE-ISSUED 
MEXICAN AND CANADIAN BORDER CROSSING CARDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 8 USC 1228; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 
1356; 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 1356; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1182; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1225 to 1227

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 235; 8 CFR 247; 8 
CFR 264; 8 CFR 286; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 1, 2002.

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations to eliminate the use 
of Form I-175, Application for Nonresident Alien Canadian Border 
Crossing Card, and Form I-190, Application for Nonresident Alien 
Mexican Border Crossing Card. It also terminates the production of Form 
I-185, Nonresident Alien Canadian Border Crossing Card, and Form I-586, 
Nonresident Alien Mexican Border Crossing Card. In addition, this rule 
prohibits the use of Form I-186 (previous version of Mexican Border 
Crossing Card), Form I-185 and Form I-586 Border Crossing Cards (BCCs) 
after September 30, 2002, for required use of a card containing a 
machine readable biometric identifier for entry (such as the 
fingerprint or handprint of the alien). Under the provisions of this 
rulemaking, an alien seeking entry into the United States by 
presentation of a BCC must complete a biometric verification upon each 
entry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/02/02                    67 FR 71442
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/01/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/31/03
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 1931-98
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF24

Agency Contact: Linda Loveless, Inspector, Immigration Policy and 
Programs, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20229

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Phone: 202 344-2493

RIN: 1651-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________




1323. EXTENSION OF 25-MILE LIMIT AT SELECT ARIZONA PORTS-OF-ENTRY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1183; 8 USC 
1201; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 235

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations to extend the 
distance Mexican nationals with border crossing cards may travel into 
the United States without obtaining additional Immigration 
documentation at selected ports-of-entry (POEs) along the United States 
and Mexico border. The selected POEs are located in the State of 
Arizona at Sasabe, Nogales, Mariposa, Douglas, and Naco. Once visitors 
to Arizona meet the inspection requirements of legal entry to the 
United States, they will be able to travel within the 75-mile border 
region of Arizona. This rule is intended to promote commerce in the 
southern Arizona border area while still ensuring that sufficient 
safeguards are in place to prevent illegal entry to the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/08/99                    64 FR 68616
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/07/00
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2026-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF60

Agency Contact: Diane Hinckley, Program Officer, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field 
Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1401

RIN: 1651-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________




1324. ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION OF PASSENGER AND CREW MANIFESTS FOR 
VESSELS AND AIRCRAFT

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 58b; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1433; 19 USC 
1436; 19 USC 1448; 19 USC 1459; 19 USC 1590; 19 USC 1594; 19 USC 1623; 
19 USC 1624; 19 USC 1644; 19 USC 1644a; 49 USC 44909(c); 19 USC 1431; . 
. .

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 122; 19 CFR 4; 8 CFR 217; 8 CFR 231; 8 CFR 251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment of parts 4 and 122 of the Customs and Border 
Protection Regulations and part 217, 231 and 251 of the Immigration and 
Naturalization regulations to implement a provision of the Aviation and 
Transportation Security Act, which requires that each air carrier, 
foreign and domestic, operating a passenger flight in foreign air 
transportation to the United States electronically transmit in advance 
of arrival a passenger and crew manifest that contains certain 
specified information. The submission of this information is required 
for purposes of ensuring aviation safety and protecting national 
security. Amendment also implements a provision of the Border and 
Security and Visa Reform Act of 2002 which requires the electronic 
transmission of passenger and crew member manifest information to 
immigration officers in advance of an aircraft or vessel arrival in, or 
departure from, the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/31/01                    66 FR 67482
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/01/02
Final Action                    11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AC99

Agency Contact: Tricia Bauer Kennedy, Program Manager, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of 
Field Opeations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-3726

RIN: 1651-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1325. ACCESS TO CUSTOMS SECURITY AREAS AT AIRPORTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 58b; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1433; 19 USC 
1436; 19 USC 1448; 19 USC 1459; 19 USC 1590; 19 USC 1594; 19 USC 1623; 
19 USC 1624; 19 USC 1644; 19 USC 1644a

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 122

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendments to part 122 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations regarding the standards for employee access to customs 
security areas at airports that accommodate international air commerce. 
Amendments involve the addition of a biennial access approval 
reapplication requirement; an expansion of the grounds for denial of an 
application for access; the addition of a requirement that each 
employee granted access must report certain changes in the employee's 
circumstances; the inclusion of several new employer responsibilities; 
an expansion of the grounds for revocation or suspension of access and 
for proposed revocation or suspension of access; and a limitation of 
the opportunity to have a hearing in a revocation or suspension action 
to only cases in which there is a genuine issue regarding a material 
fact. These changes are needed to enhance the security areas at all 
airports.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/29/02                    67 FR 48977
Interim Final Rule Effective    07/29/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/27/02
Final Action                    02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD04

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Tritt, Operations Officer, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of 
Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229

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Phone: 202 344-2594

RIN: 1651-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1326. CONDITIONAL RELEASE PERIOD AND CUSTOMS BOND OBLIGATIONS FOR FOOD, 
DRUGS, DEVICES, AND COSMETICS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1202; 19 USC 1448; 19 USC 1484; 19 
USC 1499; 19 USC 1623; 19 USC 1624; 21 USC 381

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 141; 19 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to provide for a specific conditional release 
period for any food, drug, device, or cosmetic that has been released 
under bond and for which admissibility is to be determined under the 
provisions of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Amendment also 
clarifies the amount of liquidated damages that may be assessed when 
there is a breach of the terms and conditions of the customs bond. 
Lastly, amendment authorizes any representative of the Food and Drug 
Administration to obtain a sample of any food, drug, device, or 
cosmetic, the importation of which is governed by section 801 of the 
Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, as amended.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/07/02                    67 FR 39322
NPRM Comment Period End         08/06/02
Final Action                    02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD05

Agency Contact: Jeremy Baskin, Attorney-Advisor, Penalties Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Regulations and Rulings, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 572-8753

RIN: 1651-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




1327. PASSENGER NAME RECORD INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR PASSENGERS ON 
FLIGHTS IN FOREIGN AIR TRANSPORTATION TO OR FROM THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 58b; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1433; 19 USC 
1436; 19 USC 1448; 19 USC 1459; 19 USC 1590; 19 USC 1594; 19 USC 1623; 
19 USC 1624; 19 USC 1644; 19 USC 1644a; 19 USC 1431; 49 USC 44909(c)

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 122

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to part 122 of the Customs and Border Protection 
implement a provision of the Aviation and Transportation Security Act, 
which requires that air carriers make Passenger Name Record (PNR) 
information available upon request. The availability of PNR information 
is necessary for purposes of ensuring aviation safety and protecting 
national security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/25/02                    67 FR 42710
Interim Final Rule Effective    06/25/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/26/02
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD06

Agency Contact: Liliana Quintero, Operations Officer, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of 
Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 703 391-1733

RIN: 1651-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




1328. CONFIDENTIALITY OF COMMERCIAL INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 
1431; 19 USC 1624; 19 USC 1628; EO 12600

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to part 103 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations regarding the disclosure procedures followed when 
commercial information related to customs transactions is provided by a 
business submitter.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/11/03                    68 FR 47453
Interim Final Rule Effective    08/11/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/10/03
Final Action                    11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD29

Agency Contact: Gregory R. Vilders, Attorney, Disclosure Law Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 572-8772

RIN: 1651-AA47
_______________________________________________________________________




1329. PUBLICATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE FORFEITURE NOTICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1592; 19 USC 1593a; 19 
USC 1624; 19 USC 1607; 19 USC 1608

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to part 162 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations raise the value threshold of seized property for which 
publication of a notice in a newspaper is necessary from $2,500 to 
$5,000. By changing the requirements for publication of administrative 
forfeiture notices, amendment would significantly reduce the 
publication costs, which have often exceeded the value of seized 
property.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/14/04                     69 FR 2093
NPRM Comment Period End         03/15/04
Final Action                    11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD31

Agency Contact: Greg Olsavsky, Chief, Fines, Penalties and Forfeitures 
Branch, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-3119

RIN: 1651-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________




1330. LETTERS AND DOCUMENTS; ADVANCE ELECTRONIC PRESENTATION OF CARGO 
DATA

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 1431; 19 USC 1436; 19 USC 2071 note; 
. . .

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 122

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 1, 2003, Section 343(a) of 
the Trade Act of 2002.

Abstract: Pursuant to section 343(a) of the Trade Act of 2002, as 
amended by the Maritime Transportation Act of 2002, CBP requires that 
it receive electronically information pertaining to cargo before the 
cargo is either brought into or sent from the United States by any mode 
of commercial transportation. This rule concerns letters and documents 
that are being transported by air transportation. The rule exempts from 
full manifesting requirements flat documents and letters not exceeding 
16 ounces.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David M. King, Program Officer, Office of Field 
Operations, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and 
Border Protection, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1133

Related RIN: Split from 1651-AA49
RIN: 1651-AA55
_______________________________________________________________________




1331. REMITTANCE OF IMMIGRATION USER FEE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1356

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 286

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to change address to which remittances of 
immigration user fee are sent.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Reiley, Financial Officer, Financial Management 
Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1504

RIN: 1651-AA57
_______________________________________________________________________




1332. CHANGES TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS FOR PETITIONS FOR RELIEF 
REGARDING SEIZURES AND FORFEITURES RESULTING FROM VIOLATIONS OF 
IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION LAWS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 6 USC 101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1324(b); 19 USC 66; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 274 ; 19 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment of the Immigration and Naturalization Regulations 
to bring them into confluence with the Customs and Border Protection 
(CBP) preforfeiture petition process as provided in the CBP 
Regulations. The Homeland Security Act of 2002 gives CBP the authority 
to coordinate and unify the administrative petition process CBP uses 
for seizures and forfeitures based on violations of immigration laws 
with that process used by CBP for violations of customs laws. Amendment 
is also made to the CBP Regulations to state that seizures effected by 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the customs and navigation 
laws will continue to be processed under the CBP Regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeremy Baskin, Attorney-Advisor, Penalties Branch, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Regulations and Rulings, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 572-8753

RIN: 1651-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________




1333.  EXTENSION OF TIME LIMIT ON ADMISSION OF CERTAIN 
MEXICAN NATIONALS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1183; 8 USC 1185; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 235

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule extends the period of time certain Mexican nationals 
may remain in the United States without obtaining additional 
immigration documentation. The rule extends the time limit to which 
border crossing card holders may remain in the United States for up to 
30 days without being issued a Form I-94. The rule is intended to 
promote commerce along the border while ensuring that sufficient 
safeguards are in place to prevent illegal entry into the United 
States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/13/04                    69 FR 50051
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/12/04
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diane Hinckley, Program Officer, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field 
Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1401

RIN: 1651-AA60

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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Long-Term Actions


Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP)



_______________________________________________________________________




1334. VISA WAIVER PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1356; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1103; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 217

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 30, 2000, Public Law 106-396, made the Visa Waiver 
Pilot Program (VWPP) a permanent program. The Visa Waiver Program 
(VWP), allows nationals of designated countries to apply for admission 
to the United States at land border ports, air and sea ports, and to 
enter the United States for business or pleasure for up to 90 days 
without first obtaining a nonimmigrant visa.
INS Rule No. 1799 finalizes all those VWP countries that were added 
through the publication of interim regulations. This rule will also 
incorporate those statutory changes made to section 217 of the 
Immigration and Nationality Act by the Illegal Immigration Reform and 
Responsibility Immigration Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM-INS No. 1406-91 Comment 
Period End 5/22/91              05/07/91                    56 FR 21101
Final Rule-INS No. 1406-91 Eff. 
7/18/91*                        07/18/91                    56 FR 32952
Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1447 
Eff. 10/1/91; Comment Period End 
10/15/91                        09/13/91                    56 FR 46716
Interim Final Rule-1622-93; Eff. 
7/29/93; Com. End 8/30/93; (To 
be merged with 1447R-93)*       07/29/93                    58 FR 40581
Public Notice-INS No. 1674 Eff. 
10/25/94, Comment Period End 09/
30/96                           02/21/95                     60 FR 9699
Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1685 
Eff. 4/1/95; Comment Period End 
5/30/95                         03/28/95                    60 FR 15855
Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1777 07/08/96                    61 FR 35598
Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1782-
96 With Comments (Australia)    07/29/96                    61 FR 39721
Interim Final Rule-INS 1786-96 
With Comments (Slovenia)        09/30/97                    62 FR 50998
Final Rule-INS No. 1799         12/30/98                    63 FR 71726
Interim Final Rule-INS 2002-99 
With Comments (Portugal, 
Singapore, and Uruguay)         08/03/99                    64 FR 42006
Interim Final Rule-INS 2188-02 
(Removing Argentina)            02/21/02                     67 FR 7943
Interim Final Rule              03/07/03                    68 FR 10954


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: INS No. 2002-99 interim final rule ``Adding 
Portugal, Singapore, and Uruguay to the List of Countries Authorized To 
Participate in the VISA Waiver Pilot Program'' published on August 3, 
1999, at 64 FR 42006.
INS No. 1447-91, 1622-94, 1685-95, 1777-96, and 1782 are to be 
consolidated into one final rulemaking, which is designated as INS No. 
1799.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AB93

Agency Contact: Marty Newingham, Assistant Chief Inspector, Inspections 
Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Room 4064, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 616-7992

Related RIN: Merged with 1115-AG25
RIN: 1651-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




1335. INSPECTION AND EXPEDITED REMOVAL OF ALIENS; DETENTION AND REMOVAL 
OF ALIENS; CONDUCT OF REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1182 to 1185; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 
1187; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1154; 8 USC 1181

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1; 8 CFR 213; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 216; 8 CFR 217; 8 
CFR 221; 8 CFR 223; 8 CFR 3; 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 204; 8 CFR 207; 8 CFR 
209; 8 CFR 211; 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, March 1, 1997, The statute requires 
the Attorney General to promulgate implementing regulations by March 1, 
1997.
This rule was automatically transferred from the former INS to CBP 
after the creation of DHS. The general authority to promulgate 
immigration regulations, with certain exceptions, now lies in the 
Secretary of Homeland Security as per the transfer of authority from 
the Attorney General in the Homeland Security Act.

Abstract: Many of the provisions of the Illegal Immigration Reform and 
Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA) became effective April 1, 
1997. Some provisions of the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty 
Act of 1996 (AEDPA) that were not superseded by IIRIRA became effective 
November 1, 1996. On March 6, 1997, DOJ and The Executive Office of 
Immigration Review (EOIR) published an interim final rule revising the 
asylum process; providing a mechanism for the determination and review 
of certain applicants who demonstrate a credible fear of persecution if 
returned to their own country; defining the inspection and admission 
process including new expedited removal procedures for aliens 
attempting to enter the United States through fraud or 
misrepresentation by apprehension, detention, and removal of aliens; 
addressing conduct of removal proceedings; and revising many other 
sections of the regulations to conform with the new laws. Following 
transfer of authorities to DHS, on December 6, 2000, DHS published the 
rule ``Asylum Procedures'' (INS No. 1865-97; RIN 1115-AE93), which 
finalized the asylum portions of this interim rule. The Deparment still 
intends to publish a final rule to finalize the portions of this 
rulemaking relating to inspection and expedited removal of aliens, 
detention and deportation and removal of aliens, and the conduct of 
removal proceedings.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action-INS No. 1669-94    03/22/96                    61 FR 11717
NPRM-INS No. 1788-96 Comment 
Period End 2/3/97               01/03/97                      62 FR 444
Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1788-
96 Comment Period End 7/15/97   03/06/97                    62 FR 10312
Interim Final Rule Correction 
(Effective 04/01/97)            04/01/97                    62 FR 15362

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Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1788-
96 Correction                   04/09/97                    62 FR 17048
Final Rule-INS No. 1920-98      07/22/98                    63 FR 39217
Final Action-INS No. 1788-96     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 1788-96 (Final Action)
INS Rule No. 1920-98 makes a correction to the services regulations 
that govern the documentary requirements for immigrants and 
corresponding waivers. This rule relates to changes promulgated by INS 
1169-94 and INS No. 1788-96.
INS Rule No. 1865-97, AG Order No. 2340-2000, final rule, Asylum 
Procedures published on December 6, 2000, at 65 FR 76121, amended 
portions of the title III IIRIRA governing cases in which an applicant 
has established past persecution or in which an applicant may be able 
to avoid persecution in a particular country by relocating to another 
area of that country.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE47

Agency Contact: Linda Loveless, Inspector, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Immigration Policy 
and Programs, Washington, DC 20528
Phone: 202 344-2493
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1651-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1336. ESTABLISHMENT OF PREINSPECTED AUTOMATED LANE (PAL) PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 
1251; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1357; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 287; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations by establishing a 
Preinspected Automated Lane (PAL) Program for the use of eligible 
persons and vehicles at immigration checkpoints within the United 
States. This rule will facilitate the passage of people and vehicles 
through DHS checkpoints while safeguarding the integrity of law 
enforcement objectives at the checkpoints.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/18/97                    62 FR 19024
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/17/97
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 1830-97
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE80

Agency Contact: Rudolph J. Miranda, Assistant Chief, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Room 4226, 
United States Border Patrol, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, 
DC 20229
Phone: 202 927-0931

RIN: 1651-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




1337. AMENDMENT OF THE REGULATORY DEFINITION OF ARRIVING ALIEN

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations by changing the 
regulatory definition of an arriving alien. Under section 
235(b)(1)(A)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which was 
effective on April 1, 1997, certain arriving aliens are subject to 
expedited removal procedures. The existing regulatory definition of 
arriving aliens includes parolees. As a matter of policy, the 
Department has decided that it is appropriate to exempt from the new 
expedited removal procedures aliens who were paroled into the United 
States before April 1997. This rule clarifies that these aliens, as 
well as certain other aliens who were paroled into the United States 
pursuant to advance parole, will not be subjected to expedited removal 
upon termination at parole. The rule also makes several changes in the 
ordering of 1.1(q) to use language that is clearer and more consistent 
with the wording of the statute.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/20/98                    63 FR 19382
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/19/98
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Re: INS No. 1868-97
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE87

Agency Contact: Jerry Liu, Assistant Chief Inspector, Inspections 
Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Room 4064, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-3410

RIN: 1651-AA07
_______________________________________________________________________




1338. REMOVAL OF VISA AND PASSPORT WAIVER FOR CERTAIN PERMANENT 
RESIDENTS OF CANADA AND BERMUDA

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1187; 8 USC 1225 to 1227; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 2; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 231; 8 CFR 235; 8 CFR 286

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Currently, certain permanent residents of Canada and Bermuda 
are permitted to enter the United States without a passport or visa. 
Many of these former British Commonwealth countries have high rates of 
fraud and abuse, and the documents presented by these permanent 
residents, for entry to the United States, do not meet current document 
security standards. This rule amends Department regulations by 
providing that a passport and visa will be required for permanent 
residents of Canada and Bermuda having a common nationality with 
Canadian Nationals or with British subjects in Bermuda. These permanent 
residents of Canada and Bermuda will be required to present a passport 
and visa to enter the United States. This rule also amends several

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other sections of the regulations that provide exceptions for these 
individuals based on the prior passport and visa exemption. DHS is 
taking this action in conjunction with the Department of State. This 
rule is intended to increase security and safeguard the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/31/03                     68 FR 5189
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/17/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/01/03
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2202-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG68

Agency Contact: Linda Loveless, Inspector, Immigration Policy and 
Programs, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-2493

RIN: 1651-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




1339. NONIMMIGRANT VISA EXEMPTION FOR NATIONALS OF THE BRITISH VIRGIN 
ISLANDS ENTERING THE UNITED STATES THROUGH ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN 
ISLANDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1184; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1228

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Department of Homeland Security's 
regulations to allow nonimmigrant visitors for business or pleasure who 
are nationals of the British Virgin Islands to apply for admission to 
the United States without a visa at the ports-of-entry of St. Thomas, 
U.S. Virgin Islands. Since visas are no longer issued from the British 
Virgin Islands by the Department of State, all persons needing a 
nonimmigrant visa have to either travel or mail their applications to 
Barbados, the nearest visa-issuing location. The Department's action 
will facilitate travel to the United States for nationals of the 
British Virgin Islands while still ensuring that the proper application 
provisions of the INA are met.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/18/99                     64 FR 7989
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/18/99
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: INS No. 1956-98
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF28

Agency Contact: Dennis Thompson, Assistant Chief Inspector, Inspections 
Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Room 4064, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-3019

RIN: 1651-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




1340. PROCEDURES GOVERNING THE BORDER RELEASE ADVANCED SCREENING AND 
SELECTIVITY (BRASS) PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1448; 19 USC 1484; 19 USC 1624

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 24; 19 CFR 123; 19 CFR 132; 19 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to part 142 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations provide for the Border Release Advanced Screening and 
Selectivity (BRASS) Program, an improved automated and electronic 
system that will replace the Line Release method of processing certain 
repetitive and high volume shipments of merchandise into the United 
States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/01/02                     67 FR 4930
NPRM Comment Period End         04/02/02
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AC92

Agency Contact: Enrique S. Tamayo, Operations Officer, Trade Programs, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., 
Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-3112

RIN: 1651-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Completed Actions


Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP)



_______________________________________________________________________




1341. FEES FOR PARTICIPATION IN DEDICATED COMMUTER LANES AT SELECTED 
PORTS OF ENTRY; COLLECTION OF FEES UNDER THE DEDICATED COMMUTER LANE 
PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1224 to 1228; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1103; 8 USC 1201; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1252b; 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 1356; 
8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1183

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 235; 8 CFR 286; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These rules provide for the collection of a fee at the time 
of application for participation in a Dedicated Commuter Lane (DCL) 
program, instead of at the time of approval of the application. The DCL 
program is a pilot project established at selected land border ports of 
entry to expedite the transborder movement of eligible, pre-screened, 
low-risk groups through designated traffic lanes. The first interim 
final rule clarifies the requirements for the use of the DCL

[[Page 73262]]

(INS No. 1675). The second interim final rule will set forth the fee 
required of participants in order to cover the technological costs (INS 
No. 1794).
INS No. 2058-00 will propose to remove restrictions currently in place 
that limit the locations where the Department can establish commuter 
lanes. In addition, the proposed rule will incorporate other projects 
designed to enhance border security and effective traffic management at 
port of entry. Finally, the rule may adjust the fee structure in order 
to administer these projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule (INS No. 1675 
Eff. 9/29/95; Comment Period End 
11/28/95)                       09/29/95                    60 FR 50386
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/28/95
Interim Final Rule (INS No. 
1794-96)                        10/11/96                    61 FR 53303
Final Action (INS No. 1675-94)--
Effective 10/16/1996            10/16/96                    61 FR 53830
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS Nos. 1675 and 1794-96
Transferred from RIN 1115-AD82

Agency Contact: Diane Hinckley, Program Officer, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field 
Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1401

RIN: 1651-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1342. ESTABLISHING CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING COUNTRIES WHOSE CITIZENS ARE 
INELIGIBLE FOR THE TRANSIT WITHOUT VISA (TWOV) PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 CFR 2; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1228; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 
1221; 8 USC 1229

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 234.2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to remove from the regulations the list of 
those countries that are ineligible to participate in the TWOV program. 
In its place, DHS proposes to publish and update the list of countries 
that are ineligible to participate in the TWOV program by Federal 
Register notice. This rule also sets forth a nonexhaustive list of 
factors that may be considered in determining those countries whose 
citizens or nationals are ineligible and provides for a regular review 
of all countries to determine their eligibility for participation in 
the TWOV program. The TWOV program also allows the Department of 
Homeland Security, acting jointly with the Department of State, to 
waive the passport and visa requirement for aliens from certain 
countries who request immediate and continuous transit privileges 
through the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/05/01                     66 FR 1053
NPRM Comment Period End         03/05/01
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: INS No. 1696-95
Transferred from RIN 1115-AD96

Agency Contact: Robert F. Hutnick, Assistant Chief Inspector, 
Inspections Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Room 4064, Office of Field Operations, 
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1018
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1651-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




1343. SUSPENSION OF PRIVILEGE TO TRANSPORT ALIENS TO THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1252; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1225 to 1227

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility 
Act of 1996 added a provision to the Immigration and Nationality Act 
that allows DHS to suspend a commercial airline's privilege to 
transport aliens to the United States if the carrier has a record of 
bringing in aliens who have fraudulent documents. After consultation 
with other interested Government agencies, DHS is proposing to 
implement appropriate standards and procedures governing the use of 
this power to suspend a carrier's privilege to transport aliens to the 
United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/23/98                    63 FR 56869
NPRM Comment Period End         12/22/98
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: INS No. 1809-96.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE59

Agency Contact: Michael D. Jones, Acting Director, National Fines 
Office of Inspections, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Suite 425, 1525 Wilson Boulevard, 
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: 202 305-7018

RIN: 1651-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




1344. DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS FOR RETURNING RESIDENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1181; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1203; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1257

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 211

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Every alien who arrives in the United States and claims to be 
lawfully admitted for permanent residence is presumed to be an 
applicant for admission. This rule proposes to amend DHS regulations to 
specify how an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, on 
returning to the United States, may prove that he or she is not to be 
considered an applicant for admission. This rule is

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necessary to implement section 101(a)(13)(C) of the Act and to clarify 
the responsibility for carriers who transport to the United States 
aliens who claim to be to be returning residents. This rule will ensure 
that aliens who present themselves as lawful permanent residents are 
properly documented as such.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 1932-98.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF26

Agency Contact: Michael D. Jones, Acting Director, National Fines 
Office of Inspections, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Suite 425, 1525 Wilson Boulevard, 
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: 202 305-7018

RIN: 1651-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




1345. CONTRACTS WITH TRANSPORTATION LINES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1228

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 233

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend DHS regulations by providing 
signature authority for forms I-420, Agreement Between Transportation 
Line and the U.S., I-425, Agreement (Pre-Inspection) Between 
Transportation Line and the U.S. (At Places Outside U.S.), and I-426, 
Immediate and Continuous Transit Agreement Between a Transport Line & 
U.S., to the Commissioner or his delegated representative. This change 
is required by section 308 of IIRIRA, which amended section 233 (a) of 
the I&NA by requiring carriers transporting aliens to the United States 
from all ``foreign territory and adjacent islands'' to enter into a 
contract with the United States prior to transportation of such aliens. 
Another change is to remove the signature authority of the Associate 
Commissioner for Examinations for the aforementioned Agreements because 
the position was abolished.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No.1994-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF46

Agency Contact: Robert F. Hutnick, Assistant Chief Inspector, 
Inspections Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Room 4064, Office of Field Operations, 
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1018
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1651-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




1346. IMPOSITION OF FINES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE IMMIGRATION AND 
NATIONALITY ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1223; 8 USC 1227; 8 USC 
1229

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 280

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend Department regulations to reflect 
the actual process used to recommend and impose fines for violations of 
the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act). Since the publication of 8 
CFR part 280, the Department has centralized the fines process and made 
some adjustments to certain procedures. The 8 CFR part 280 will thus be 
renumbered sequentially and reordered to group related issues in one 
section. This part will also be expanded to provide for fines imposed 
under section 231A(d)(2) and 274D of the Act and will introduce 
procedures for detaining vessels and posting bonds, as well as giving 
the Commissioner discretion in requiring bonds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2041-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF70

Agency Contact: Michael D. Jones, Acting Director, National Fines 
Office of Inspections, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Suite 425, 1525 Wilson Boulevard, 
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: 202 305-7018

RIN: 1651-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________




1347. EXPANSION OF DEDICATED COMMUTER LANES; CLARIFICATION OF DRIVER'S 
LICENSE REQUIREMENT FOR APPLICANTS TO DEDICATED COMMUTER LANES AND 
AUTOMATED PERMIT PORT PROGRAMS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1183; 8 USC 
1201; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 235

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule amends Department regulations 
governing the Dedicated Commuter Lanes (DCL) and Automated Permit Port 
programs by establishing DCLs along the northern borders of the United 
States. The rule proposes to clarify that nondriving passengers who do 
not have a driver's license, for example, children, certain elderly 
people, and others who are ineligible to drive or otherwise choose not 
to drive, are not required to have or present a driver's license before 
their application is approved.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2058-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF77

Agency Contact: Thomas C. Campbell, Assistant Chief Inspector, 
Inspections Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Room 4214, 425 I Street NW., Washington, 
DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-9246

RIN: 1651-AA13

[[Page 73264]]

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1348. UPDATE OF LIST OF COUNTRIES WHOSE CITIZENS OR NATIONALS ARE 
INELIGIBLE FOR TRANSIT WITHOUT VISA (TWOV) PRIVILEGES TO THE UNITED 
STATES UNDER THE TWOV PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1221; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1228; 8 USC 1229; 8 USC 1252

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 233

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule (INS No. 2020-99) updates the list of 
those countries that the Department, acting on behalf of the Secretary 
and jointly with the Department of State, has determined to be 
ineligible for participation in the Transit Without Visa (TWOV) 
program. This rule also removes certain countries from the ineligible 
listing so that aliens from these countries can have their passport and 
visa requirements waived. This rule is intended to benefit the 
traveling public by expanding the number of countries whose citizens or 
nationals may transit the United States without a visa while preventing 
an increase in the abuse of the TWOV program by citizens or nationals 
of countries placed on the ineligible list.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/05/01                     66 FR 1017
Interim Final Rule Delay of 
Effective Date                  02/02/01                     66 FR 8743
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/06/01
Interim Final Rule Effective    04/06/01
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: See also 1651-AA02 (INS No. 2129-01) 
``Establishing Criteria for Determining Countries Whose Citizens are 
Ineligible for the Transit Without Visa (TWOV) Program.''
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF81

Agency Contact: Robert F. Hutnick, Assistant Chief Inspector, 
Inspections Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Room 4064, Office of Field Operations, 
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1018
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1651-AA14
_______________________________________________________________________




1349. ADDING COLOMBIA TO THE LIST OF COUNTRIES WHOSE CITIZENS OR 
NATIONALS ARE INELIGIBLE FOR TRANSIT WITHOUT VISA (TWOV) PRIVILEGES TO 
THE UNITED STATES UNDER THE TWOV PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1187; 8 USC 1225 to 1228; 8 USC 1252

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Transit Without Visa (TWOV) program allows certain aliens 
to transit the United States en route to a specified foreign country 
without a passport or visa provided they are traveling on a carrier 
signatory to an agreement with the Department of Homeland Security in 
accordance with section 233(c) of The Immigration and Naturalization 
Act (INA). This interim final rule adds Colombia to the list of those 
countries that the Department, acting on behalf of the Secretary and 
jointly with the Department of State, has determined to be ineligible 
for participation in the TWOV program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/30/01                    66 FR 17321
Interim Final Rule Effective    04/02/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/29/01
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No 2129-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG16

Agency Contact: Robert F. Hutnick, Assistant Chief Inspector, 
Inspections Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Room 4064, Office of Field Operations, 
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1018
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1651-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




1350. ADJUSTMENT OF FEES FOR DEDICATED COMMUTER LANES AND SECURE 
ELECTRONIC NETWORK FOR TRAVELERS' RAPID INSPECTION (SENTRI) PROGRAMS AT 
LAND BORDER PORTS OF ENTRY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1201; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to adjust the fees for the Land Border 
Inspection Fee Account (LBIFA) for the Form I-823, Application for 
Alternative Inspection Services at land border ports of entry and 
related systems cost fees for participants in the Dedicated Commuter 
Lane (DCL) program. Form I-823 is used by applicants to the Port 
Passenger Accelerated Service System (PORTPASS) that includes the DCL 
program and several other land border programs. The Secure Electronic 
Network for Travelers' Rapid Inspection (SENTRI) Program at certain 
assigned POEs is part of the overall DCL program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2031-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG18

Agency Contact: Penny Pastiva, Budget Analyst, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Room 5236, 1300 
Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 514-6254
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1651-AA16

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1351. VISA WAIVER PROGRAM: GUAM VISA WAIVER PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1158; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1187; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 208; 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 217; 8 CFR 233; . 
. .

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 30, 2000, the Visa Waiver Permanent Program Act, 
Public Law 106-396, made the Visa Waiver Pilot Program (VWPP) permanent 
with some modifications. The VWPP permits nationals from participating 
countries to apply for admission to the United States for 90 days or 
less as nonimmigrant visitors for business or pleasure without first 
obtaining a nonimmigrant visa. The proposed rule will clarify and 
explain the new VWP requirements as well as ensure that the VWP removal 
provisions apply fairly and equally to all inadmissible nonimmigrants 
regardless of nationality.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Merges actions pending for INS Nos. 1447-91, 
1622-94, 1685-95, 1777-96, 1782, 17686, 2002-99, and 2188-02 into INS 
No. 1799.
See also INS No. 2099-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG25

Agency Contact: Marty Newingham, Assistant Chief Inspector, Inspections 
Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Room 4064, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 616-7992

RIN: 1651-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________




1352. REMOVING RUSSIA FROM THE LIST OF COUNTRIES WHOSE CITIZENS OR 
NATIONALS ARE INELIGIBLE FOR TRANSIT WITHOUT VISA (TWOV) PRIVILEGES TO 
THE UNITED STATES UNDER THE TWOV PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Transit Without Visa (TWOV) Program allows certain aliens 
to transit the United States en route to a specified foreign country 
without a passport or visa provided they are traveling on a carrier 
signatory to an agreement with the Department of Homeland Security in 
accordance with section 233 (c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act 
(Act). This interim final rule removes Russia from the list of those 
countries that the Department, acting on behalf of the Secretary and 
jointly with the Department of State, has determined to be eligible for 
participation in the TWOV program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/15/01                    66 FR 32529
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/15/01
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2144-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG27

Agency Contact: Robert F. Hutnick, Assistant Chief Inspector, 
Inspections Division, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Customs and Border Protection, Room 4064, Office of Field Operations, 
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1018
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1651-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1353. POSTING OF SECURITY GUARD AT GANGWAY OF VESSEL FOR DETAINING ALIEN 
CREWMAN

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1258; 8 USC 1281; 8 USC 
1282

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 252

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Immigration and Nationality Act (Act) provides that any 
immigration officer may revoke the conditional permit to land any alien 
crewman and require the master or commanding officer of the vessel on 
which the crewman arrived to receive and detain him or her on board 
such vessel. This interim final rule amends Department regulations by 
requiring that, upon request of an immigration officer, the master or 
commanding officer of a vessel will, in certain cases, not only detain 
an alien crewman on board the vessel, but also at his or her own 
expense will provide the necessary security to ensure that the detained 
alien crewman does not leave the vessel. This rule is necessary to 
enhance the security of the United States since a detained alien 
crewman may seek to leave the vessel on which he or she has been 
detained and that his or her illegal departure may pose a significant 
threat to the public safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2210-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG72

Agency Contact: Andrew Taub, Assistant Chief Inspector, Office of 
Inspections, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and 
Border Protection, Room 4064, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-9244

RIN: 1651-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________




1354. REMOVING INDONESIA AND MALAYSIA FROM THE GUAM VISA WAIVER PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Guam Visa Waiver Program (GVWP) waives the nonimmigrant 
visa requirement for nationals of certain countries, including 
Malaysia, who apply for admission as a nonimmigrant visitor for 
business or pleasure for the sole purpose of visiting Guam for a period 
not to exceed 15 days. This rule will remove Indonesia and Malaysia 
from the list of countries authorized to participate in GVWP

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without significantly restricting legitimate travel to Guam.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1115-AG92

Agency Contact: Marty Newingham, Senior Immigration Inspector, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Room 4064, 425 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-1063

RIN: 1651-AA26
_______________________________________________________________________




1355. AUTOMATED INSPECTION SERVICES--EXTENSION OF ENROLLMENT PERIOD

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1183; 8 USC 
1201; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 235

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department intends to amend the regulations to extend the 
current enrollment period for the Automated Inspection Services (AIS) 
from one year to two years. The regulations currently limit the period 
of approval to the program to one year, requiring applicants to 
resubmit a new application and fee each year. This is a very burdensome 
process for both the traveling public and the Federal agencies 
administering the programs. DHS has determined that it can effectively 
maintain the security of the program and the border without requiring 
applicants to undergo a yearly application renewal.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule Effective    02/28/03
Interim Final Rule              03/04/03                    68 FR 10143
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/29/03
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2256-03
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG94

Agency Contact: Diane Hinckley, Program Officer, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field 
Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-1401

RIN: 1651-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




1356. DESIGNATED LAND BORDER CROSSING LOCATIONS FOR CERTAIN CONVEYANCES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1202; 19 USC 1431; 19 USC 1433; 19 
USC 1459; 19 USC 1624

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 123

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment of part 123 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations would allow the designation of land border crossing 
locations for certain traffic and merchandise. At ports of entry with 
multiple crossing points, port directors would have express authority 
to require by local instructions that certain trucks and other 
commercial conveyances enter the United States at specific land border 
crossing locations within the port of entry designated for the 
processing and clearance of those conveyances.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/17/97                    62 FR 61251
NPRM Comment Period End         01/16/98
Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AC12

Agency Contact: Dennis Dore, Program Analyst, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field 
Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-2776

RIN: 1651-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




1357. EXAMINATION OF IN-TRANSIT MAIL SHIPMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1202; 19 USC 1624

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to provide that DHS has the authority to examine 
and search international mail without regard as to whether it is 
transiting the United States or the U.S. Virgin Islands, or is being 
delivered within the Customs territory of the United States or the U.S. 
Virgin Islands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/15/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AC71

Agency Contact: Glen E. Vereb, Chief, Entry Procedures and Carriers 
Branch, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Regulations and Rulings, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 572-8730

RIN: 1651-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________




1358. PATENT SURVEYS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1202; 19 USC 1624

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 12; 19 CFR 24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to parts 12 and 24 of the Customs and Border 
Protection Regulations eliminate patent surveys.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/20/03                    68 FR 13636
NPRM Comment Period End         05/19/03
Final Action                    08/30/04                    69 FR 52811
Final Action Effective          09/29/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AC93

Agency Contact: George F. McCray, Chief, Intellectual Property Rights 
Branch, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border 
Protection, Office of Regulations and Rulings, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 572-8709

RIN: 1651-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________




1359. CUSTOMS BROKER LICENSE EXAMINATION DATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 19 USC 66; 19 USC 1202; 19 USC 1624; 19 USC 1641

CFR Citation: 19 CFR 111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to part 111 of the Customs and Border Protection 
Regulations allow the publication of a notice changing the date on 
which a semiannual written examination for an individual broker's 
license will be held when the normal date (the first Monday in April 
and October) conflicts with a holiday, religious observance, or other 
scheduled event.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/29/03                    68 FR 31976
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/29/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/28/03
Final Action                    08/30/04                    69 FR 52813
Final Action Effective          08/30/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1515-AD28

Agency Contact: Russell Morris, Program Officer, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field 
Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-2717

RIN: 1651-AA46
_______________________________________________________________________




1360. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE UNITED STATES VISITOR AND IMMIGRANT STATUS 
INDICATOR TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (US-VISIT): BIOMETRIC ENROLLMENT 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1185 (pursuant to EO 
13323); . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 215; 8 CFR 235

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 2003, Immigration and 
Naturalization Service Date Management Improvement Act of 2000.

Abstract: This rule will establish the United States Visitor and 
Immigrant Indicator Technology Program (US VISIT)--an integrated 
automated system on the entry and exit of aliens.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/05/04                      69 FR 468
Merged With 1650-AA00           08/31/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael Hardin, Senior Policy Advisor, US-VISIT, 
Department of Homeland Security, Border and Transportation Security, 
1616 Fort Meyer Drive, 18th Floor, Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: 202 298-5200

RIN: 1651-AA54
_______________________________________________________________________




1361. OVERTIME COMPENSATION AND PREMIUM PAY FOR CUSTOMS OFFICERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 19 USC 58a; 19 USC 58b; 19 USC 58c; 19 USC 
66; 19 USC 261; 19 USC 267; 19 USC 1450; 19 USC 1451; 19 USC 1452; 19 
USC 1623; 19 USC 1624; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 19 CFR 24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to the definition of ``Customs Officer'' for the 
purpose of eligibility for overtime compensation and premium pay. The 
Amendment is necessary to reflect recent changes in the functions and 
organizational structure of the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection 
consistent with the Homeland Security Act of 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/07/04                    69 FR 18296
NPRM Comment Period End         05/07/04
Final Action                    06/24/04                    69 FR 35229
Final Action Effective          07/24/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Balaban, Financial Analyst, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Office of 
Field Operations, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20229
Phone: 202 344-2300

RIN: 1651-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)               Proposed Rule Stage


Transportation Security Administration (TSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1362. BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR AIRPORT WORKERS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101 et seq; PL 107-71

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1542; 49 CFR 1544

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will address criminal history background checks 
for individuals who regularly have escorted access to secured areas of 
an airport, individuals who work in sterile areas of an airport, and 
others.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

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Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA08

Agency Contact: Christine Beyer, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-
2, HQ, E12-336N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2657
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




1363. AIR CARGO SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44901 to 
44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914; 49 USC 44916 to 44918; 49 USC 44935 to 
44936; 49 USC 44942; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1540; 49 CFR 1542; 49 CFR 1544; 49 CFR 1546; 49 
CFR 1548

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would impose throughout the air cargo supply 
chain significant barriers to terrorists seeking to use the air cargo 
transportation system for malicious purposes. This proposal would also 
change the requirement for a twelve-five program from aircraft with a 
maximum certificated takeoff weight ``of 12,500 pounds or more'' to 
``more than 12,500 pounds.'' This would conform the regulation to 
recent legislation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Benjamin Klein, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-
2, HQ, E12-333N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2694
Fax: 571 227-1379
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




1364. MARITIME AND LAND SECURITY DIRECTIVES AND INFORMATION CIRCULARS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1570

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document provides a regulatory framework through which 
the Transportation Security Administration may issue Security 
Directives to owners or operators of conveyances, facilities, 
terminals, or infrastructure assets, involved in all modes of 
transportation, except aviation. Security Directives, if issued, would 
require owners or operators of conveyances, facilities, terminals, or 
infrastructure assets to implement measures specified in the Security 
Directives to enhance transportation security. Under this framework, 
TSA may also issue Information Circulars advising operators of possible 
threats to transportation security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: David Kasminoff, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-310N, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-3583
Fax: 571 227-1378
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA26
_______________________________________________________________________




1365. MARITIME TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ACT: BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR 
MARITIME WORKERS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 46 USC 70105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would propose standards and procedures for security 
threat assessments to determine maritime workers' eligibility for 
unescorted access to secured areas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Anthony Furst, Supervisory Transportation Security 
Specialist, Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA -8, Maritime and Land, Maritime & Land Security, 
HQ, West Bldg., Floor 10, TSA-8, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 
22202
Phone: 571 227-1241
Email: [email protected]

Christine Beyer, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-336N, 601 South 12th 
Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2657
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




1366. FEES FOR SECURITY THREAT ASSESSMENTS FOR HAZMAT DRIVERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 109-90, sec 502; 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103a; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1522

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to recent statutory requirements, the 
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) proposes to establish a 
fee for security threat assessments that TSA is required to perform on 
individuals who apply for or renew a hazardous materials endorsement 
(HME) for a commercial driver's license. TSA also proposes to establish 
a fee for the collection and transmission of

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fingerprints, which is necessary to perform the security threat 
assessments. TSA intends to use fees collected under this proposed rule 
to pay for the costs of the security threat assessments and the costs 
of collection and transmission of fingerprints.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Dion Casey, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, 
West Bldg., 8th floor, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-
309N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2663
Fax: 571 227-1378
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 1652-AA17
RIN: 1652-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________




1367. PRIVACY ACT OF 1974: IMPLEMENTATION OF EXEMPTIONS; TRANSPORTATION 
SECURITY INTELLIGENCE SERVICE (TSIS) OPERATIONS FILES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114(l)(1); 5 USC a(k)-(k)(1); 49 USC 40113; 5 
USC (a)(j), (a)(j)(2)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1507

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA proposes to exempt Transportation Security Intelligence 
Service (TSIS) Operations Files (DHS/TSA 011) from several provisions 
of the Privacy Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Conrad Huygen, Privacy Act Officer, TSA Office of 
Information Management Programs, Department of Homeland Security, 
Transportation Security Administration, TSA, Office of Information 
Management Systems, Finance and Administration, TSA-17, HQ, West Bldg., 
Floor 4, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1954
Fax: 571 227-2912
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________




1368. SENSITIVE SECURITY INFORMATION (SSI) FOR LAND MODES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1520

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA is proposing to revise its regulation governing the 
protection of sensitive security information (SSI) in order to protect 
security plans, assessments, procedures, and other security measures 
that are being undertaken to address vulnerabilities in land modes of 
transportation. To that end, TSA is expanding the definition of SSI to 
include additional types of information related to security in land 
transportation modes, and expanding the list of entities required to 
protect SSI.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected:  Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dion Casey, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, 
West Bldg., 8th floor, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-
309N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2663
Fax: 571 227-1378
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1369. AIRCRAFT REPAIR STATION SECURITY

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 44924

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1562

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 8, 2004, Statutory mandate to 
have final rule in place 240 days from date of enactment of Vision 100.
Statutory.

Abstract: Pursuant to a statutory mandate, TSA is proposing to issue 
regulations to enhance the security of maintenance and repair work 
conducted on air carrier aircraft and components at domestic and 
foreign repair stations, the aircraft and/or component and the facility 
itself. The proposed regulations establish general requirements for 
security programs to be adopted and maintained by repair stations. The 
proposal includes TSA's authority to conduct inspections of repair 
stations. The proposal also includes administrative procedures through 
which a repair station can seek review of a TSA determination that the 
repair station poses an immediate risk to security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Public Meeting                  02/24/04                     69 FR 8357
Report to Congress              08/24/04
NPRM                            12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda L. Kent, Attorney-Advisor, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-126S, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 
22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2675
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA38

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1370. ENHANCED SECURITY PROCEDURES FOR OPERATIONS AT CERTAIN AIRPORTS IN 
THE WASHINGTON, DC METROPOLITAN AREA FLIGHT RESTRICTED ZONE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA is proposing security requirements and procedures for 
three Maryland airports that are located within the Washington, DC 
Metropolitan Area Flight Restricted Zone, and for individuals operating 
aircraft to and from those airports. TSA is proposing these 
requirements and procedures to enhance the security of the critical 
infrastructure and Federal Government assets in the Washington, DC 
Metropolitan Area.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected:  Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dion Casey, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, 
West Bldg., 8th floor, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-
309N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2663
Fax: 571 227-1378
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




1371. FOREIGN AIR CARRIER SECURITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44901 to 
44905; 49 USC 44907; 49 USC 44914; 49 USC 44916 to 44917; 49 USC 44935 
to 44936; 49 USC 44942; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1546

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA is proposing to amend part 1546 of its rules regarding 
the aviation security rules applicable to foreign air carriers to make 
those rules consistent with the rules applicable to domestic air 
carriers to the extent practicable.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Linda L. Kent, Attorney-Advisor, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-126S, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 
22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2675
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




1372. TRANSPORTATION WORKER IDENTIFICATION CREDENTIAL

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: PL 107-295

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Maritime Transportation Security Act provides that 
workers with unescorted access to secured areas of vessels and 
facilities must be subject to a security threat assessment and receive 
a credential needed to access secured areas. TSA will propose standards 
for the security threat assessment and the credential.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Christine Beyer, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-
2, HQ, E12-336N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2657
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________




1373. MODIFICATION OF THE AVIATION SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE FEE

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44940

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1511

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will seek comment on a proposed revision to 
the method for apportioning the Aviation Security Infrastructure Fee 
among air carriers. Beginning in fiscal year 2005, TSA may apportion 
the fee based on market share or another appropriate factor.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Steven Cohen, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Office of Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-415N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 
22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2665
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA43
_______________________________________________________________________




1374. THREAT ASSESSMENTS REGARDING HOLDERS OF AND APPLICANTS FOR FAA 
CERTIFICATES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 48 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44901 to 
44907; 49 USC 44913; 49 USC 44914; 49 USC 44916; 49 USC 44935; 49 USC 
44936; 49 USC 44942; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46111; . . .

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CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1540

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action provides administrative appeal procedures for 
U.S. citizens that hold or are applying for a certificate, rating, or 
authorization issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to 
challenge a determination by the Transportation Security Administration 
(TSA) that the individual poses a threat to transportation, aviation, 
or national security. The procedures implement the new requirements of 
Vision 100--Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act (Pub. L. 108-176) 
and provide U.S. citizens that hold an FAA certificate, rating, or 
authorization the opportunity to request a hearing on the record before 
an administrative law judge as well as final review by a panel of the 
Transportation Security Oversight Board. This action also provides 
aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States 
and nonresident aliens that hold or apply for a FAA certificate, 
rating, or authorization and that are determined by TSA to be a risk to 
transportation, aviation, or national security the opportunity to seek 
review of such a determination.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda L. Kent, Attorney-Advisor, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-126S, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 
22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2675
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Split from 1652-AA12, Split from 1652-AA15
RIN: 1652-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




1375.  SECURE FLIGHT PROGRAM

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44901 to 44903

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1560

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA will propose to require certain aircraft operators, to 
transmit passenger name records (PNRs) to TSA for use in aviation 
security prescreening. The proposal would require that for certain 
flights transporting passengers within the United States, each aircraft 
operator, that accepts a reservation for a passenger on those flights 
must transmit the passenger's reservation information, in the form of 
the PNR, to TSA before the scheduled departure of the flight. TSA will 
use passengers' information to support a more effective automated 
system for aviation passenger prescreening under its Secure Flight 
program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Kearney, Executive Director, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, 
Transportation Security Policy, TSA-9, HQ, East Bldg., Floor 7, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-3253
Fax: 571 227-2594
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


Transportation Security Administration (TSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1376. IMPOSITION AND COLLECTION OF PASSENGER CIVIL AVIATION SECURITY 
SERVICE FEES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44940

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1510

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Transportation Security Administration will finalize the 
interim final rule that established a security service fee in the 
amount of $2.50 per emplanement on passengers of domestic and foreign 
carriers in air transportation, foreign air transportation, and 
intrastate air transportation originating in the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/31/01                    66 FR 67698
Notice Information Collection   01/31/02                     67 FR 4866
Notice Information Collection   02/19/02                     67 FR 7582
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/01/02
Comment Period Reopened         03/28/02                    67 FR 14879
Comment Period End              04/30/02
Final Rule                      04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA01

Agency Contact: Randall Fiertz, Chief, Office of Revenue, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA HQ, 
Finance and Administration, West Building, Floor 5, TSA-14, Finance and 
Administration, TSA-14, HQ, West Bldg, Floor 5, 601 South 12th Street, 
Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1080
Email: [email protected]

Steven Cohen, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, Office of 
Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-415N, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2665
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA00

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1377. AVIATION SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE FEES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44940

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1511

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA will finalize the interim final rule that established the 
Aviation Security Infrastructure Fee imposed on air carriers and 
foreign air carriers in air transportation, foreign air transportation, 
and intrastate air transportation to help defray TSA's costs of 
providing U.S. civil aviation security services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule Effective    02/18/02
Interim Final Rule              02/20/02                     67 FR 7926
Correction                      02/22/02                     67 FR 8579
Notice Information Collection   02/28/02                     67 FR 9355
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/18/02
Comment Period Extended         03/20/02                    67 FR 12954
Comment Period End              04/02/02
Notice Guidance App A           05/01/02                    67 FR 21582
Final Rule                      01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA02

Agency Contact: Randall Fiertz, Chief, Office of Revenue, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA HQ, 
Finance and Administration, West Building, Floor 5, TSA-14, Finance and 
Administration, TSA-14, HQ, West Bldg, Floor 5, 601 South 12th Street, 
Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1080
Email: [email protected]

Steven Cohen, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, Office of 
Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-415N, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2665
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1378. PRIVATE CHARTER SECURITY RULES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5102; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44901 to 
44907; 49 USC 44913; 49 USC 44914; 49 USC 44916 to 44918; 49 USC 44935; 
49 USC 44936; 49 USC 44942; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1540; 49 CFR 1544

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the rules that apply to private charter 
operations. Private charter aircraft with a maximum certificated 
takeoff weight of 45.5 kg or more, or 61+ seats are now required to 
ensure that passengers and their accessible property are screened prior 
to boarding.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      06/19/02                    67 FR 41635
Final Rule Comment Period End   07/19/02
Final Rule Effective            08/19/02
Final Rule                      12/31/02                    67 FR 79881
Notice to Extend Compliance Date02/05/03                     68 FR 5975
Disposition of Comments         01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The final security program has been issued and 
affected operators must comply by April 1, 2003.
Transferred from RIN 2110-AA05

Agency Contact: Lon M. Siro, Security Specialist, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-7-500, 
Air Carrier Operations Division, Aviation Operations, HQ, East Bldg, 
Floor 11, TSA-7, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 571 227-2217
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1379. PROTECTION OF SENSITIVE SECURITY INFORMATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44901 to 
44907; 49 USC 44913; 49 USC 44914; 49 USC 44916 to 44918; 49 USC 44935; 
49 USC 44936; 49 USC 44942; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 15; 49 CFR 1520

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA will finalize an interim final rule that revised its 
regulation governing the protection of sensitive security information 
(SSI) in order to implement recent legislative changes that expand 
TSA's authority to protect SSI related to modes of transportation other 
than aviation. Prior to issuing a final rule, TSA will seek to issue a 
technical amendment to address provisions of the rule that 
inadvertently restrict sharing of SSI.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/18/04                    69 FR 28066
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/19/04
Technical Amendment             11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Joint rulemaking with Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary (RIN No. 2105-AD33)
Transferred from RIN 2110-AA10

Agency Contact: David Graceson, Acting Director, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-7, HQ, E9-015N, 
601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 571 227-2277
Email: [email protected]

Dion Casey, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, West Bldg., 
8th floor, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-309N, 601 South 
12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2663
Fax: 571 227-1378
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 1652-AA05
RIN: 1652-AA08

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1380. SECURITY THREAT ASSESSMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS APPLYING FOR A 
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ENDORSEMENT FOR A COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103a; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1570; 49 CFR 1572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA published a final rule on April 6, 2004, that requires 
fingerprinting of individuals with hazardous materials endorsements for 
their commercial drivers licenses to begin on January 31, 2005. TSA 
plans to issue an interim final rule that will make technical changes 
and organizational improvements to the rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/05/03                    68 FR 23851
Interim Final Rule              11/07/03                    68 FR 63033
Final Rule                      04/06/04                    69 FR 17969
Interim Final Rule              11/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA19

Agency Contact: John Berry, Credentialing Program Office, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA 
Headquarters, East Building, Floor 8, 601 12th Street, Arlington, VA 
22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1757
Email: [email protected]

Christine Beyer, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-336N, 601 South 12th 
Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2657
Email: [email protected]

Stephen Sprague, Supervisory Transportation Security Specialist, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, Office of Maritime and Land; TSA-8, Maritime & Land 
Security, HQ, West Bldg,. Floor 11, TSA-8, 601 South 12th Street, 
Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 571 227-1468
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 1652-AA33
RIN: 1652-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________




1381. FLIGHT TRAINING FOR ALIENS AND OTHER DESIGNATED INDIVIDUALS; 
SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING FOR FLIGHT SCHOOL EMPLOYEES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 44939; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1552

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 10, 2004.
Section 612 of Public Law 108-176 required the Secretary to issue an 
interim final rule within 60 days after the law was enacted.

Abstract: The Transportation Security Administration is requiring 
flight schools to notify TSA when aliens and other individuals 
designated by TSA apply for flight training. TSA is establishing 
standards relating to the security threat assessment process that TSA 
will conduct to determine whether such individuals are a threat to 
aviation or national security, and thus prohibited from receiving 
flight training. In addition, TSA is establishing a fee to cover a 
portion of the costs of the security threat assessments that TSA will 
perform under this rule. Finally, TSA is establishing standards 
relating to security awareness training for certain flight school 
employees. These requirements will help ensure that individuals who 
intend to use aircraft to perform terrorist attacks in the U.S. do not 
obtain flight training that would enable them to do so. These 
requirements also will improve security at flight schools.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/20/04                    69 FR 56324
Comment Period End              10/20/04
Final Rule                      06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dion Casey, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, 
West Bldg., 8th floor, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-
309N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2663
Fax: 571 227-1378
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________




1382. PRIVACY ACT OF 1974: IMPLEMENTATION OF EXEMPTIONS; REGISTERED 
TRAVELER OPERATIONS FILES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114 (l)(1); 5 USC 552a(k)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1507

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA proposes to exempt the Registered Traveler Operations 
Files (DHS/TSA 015) from several provisions of the Privacy Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/08/04                    69 FR 54256
NPRM Comment Period End         10/08/04
Final Rule                      06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Conrad Huygen, Privacy Act Officer, TSA Office of 
Information Management Programs, Department of Homeland Security, 
Transportation Security Administration, TSA, Office of Information 
Management Systems, Finance and Administration, TSA-17, HQ, West Bldg., 
Floor 4, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1954
Fax: 571 227-2912
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA36

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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Long-Term Actions


Transportation Security Administration (TSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1383. CIVIL AVIATION SECURITY RULES

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101 et seq (PL 107-71)

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 107 to 109; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 129; 14 
CFR 135; 14 CFR 139; 14 CFR 191; 49 CFR 1500 to 1550

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 17, 2002.

Abstract: This action transfers the FAA security rules to the 
Transportation Security Administration.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            02/17/02
Final Rule                      02/22/02                     67 FR 8340
Final Rule Comment Period End   03/25/02
Disposition of Comments          To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA03

Agency Contact: Benjamin Klein, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-
2, HQ, E12-333N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2694
Fax: 571 227-1379
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




1384. SECURITY PROGRAMS FOR AIRCRAFT WEIGHING 12,500 POUNDS OR MORE

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44901 to 
44907; 49 USC 44913; 49 USC 44914; 49 USC 44916 to 44918; 49 USC 44935; 
49 USC 44936; 49 USC 44942; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1540; 49 CFR 1544

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 17, 2002.

Abstract: This action requires operators of aircraft with a maximum 
certificated takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or more to implement a 
Transportation Security Administration-approved security program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      02/22/02                     67 FR 8205
Final Rule Comment Period End   04/23/02
Final Rule Effective            06/24/02
Notice to Extend Compliance Date02/05/03                     68 FR 5974
Disposition of Comments          To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: TSA issued the final security program to 
affected operators required to comply by April 1, 2003.
Transferred from RIN 2110-AA04

Agency Contact: Lon M. Siro, Security Specialist, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-7-500, 
Air Carrier Operations Division, Aviation Operations, HQ, East Bldg, 
Floor 11, TSA-7, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 571 227-2217
Email: [email protected]

Christine Beyer, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-336N, 601 South 12th 
Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2657
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




1385. SECURITY COMPLIANCE PROGRAM FOR AIRCRAFT OPERATORS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 
49 USC 44901 to 44905; . . .

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1540; 49 CFR 1544

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rules governing civil aviation security were transferred from 
the Federal Aviation Administration to the Transportation Security 
Administration (TSA). Part 108 of title 14 of the Code of Federal 
Regulations (CFR) on Aircraft Operator Security, is now codified in 49 
CFR parts 1540 and 1544. TSA will establish a compliance program for 
aircraft operators to implement and test security contingency plans. 
The intent is to enhance security for the traveling public, air 
carriers, and persons employed by or conducting business at public 
airports by increasing awareness of and compliance with civil aviation 
security measures. This rulemaking will implement 49 U.S.C. 44903(g).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA11

Agency Contact: Christine Beyer, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-
2, HQ, E12-336N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2657
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 2120-AD45
RIN: 1652-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




1386. SECURITY COMPLIANCE PROGRAM FOR AIRPORTS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 
49 USC 44901 to 44905; . . .

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1540; 49 CFR 1542

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rules governing civil aviation security were transferred from 
the Federal Aviation Administration to the Transportation Security 
Administration (TSA). Part 107 of title 14 of the Code of Federal 
Regulations (CFR) on Airport Security, is now codified in 49 CFR

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parts 1540 and 1542. TSA will establish a compliance program for 
airport operators to implement and test security contingency plans. The 
intent is to enhance security for the traveling public, air carriers, 
and persons employed by or conducting business at public airports by 
increasing awareness of and compliance with civil aviation security 
measures. This rulemaking will implement 49 U.S.C. 44903(g).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA12

Agency Contact: Christine Beyer, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-
2, HQ, E12-336N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2657
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 2120-AD46
RIN: 1652-AA10
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1387. CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECKS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44936

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1540; 49 CFR 1542; 49 CFR 1544

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule, published by the Federal Aviation Administration 
(FAA), requires each airport operator and aircraft operator that has 
adopted a security program under 14 CFR parts 107 or 108 to conduct 
fingerprint-based criminal history record checks for individuals if 
they have not already undergone criminal history record checks. The 
rule will ensure that individuals in these positions do not have 
disqualifying criminal offenses. Rules governing civil aviation 
security were transferred from the FAA to the Transportation Security 
Administration (TSA). Parts 107 and 108 of title 14 of the Code of 
Federal Regulations (CFR) on Airport Security and Aircraft Operator 
Security, respectively, are now codified in 49 CFR parts 1540, 1542, 
and 1544. TSA will complete any further action required in this 
rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Request for Comments12/06/01                    66 FR 63474
Comment Period End              01/07/02
Comment Period Reopened         01/25/02                     67 FR 3810
Reopened Comment Period End     03/11/02
Dispostion of Comments           To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA11

Agency Contact: Scott Houston, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-418N, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-3653
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 2120-AH53
RIN: 1652-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________




1388. TRANSPORTATION OF EXPLOSIVES FROM CANADA TO THE UNITED STATES VIA 
COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE AND RAILROAD CARRIER

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 5103a; 49 USC 40113; 
49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1570; 49 CFR 1572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule addresses security issues regarding 
transportation of explosives by commercial motor vehicles and 
railroads. It establishes temporary requirements that all motor 
carriers, motor private carriers, and railroad carriers not using 
United States citizens or lawful permanent resident aliens as drivers 
or railroad crews to transport explosives to the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/06/03                     68 FR 6083
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/10/03
Amendment to Interim Final Rule  To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2110-AA18

Agency Contact: Benjamin Klein, Attorney, Regulations Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security 
Administration, TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-
2, HQ, E12-333N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2694
Fax: 571 227-1379
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA16
_______________________________________________________________________




1389. MARINE VESSEL SECURITY STANDARDS--PROHIBITED ITEMS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1576

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed regulation would establish lists of 
``prohibited items'' (weapons, explosives, incendiaries, and other 
dangerous items) that individuals would not be allowed to carry on 
their person, or in their baggage when they travel onboard one of four 
categories of passenger vessels.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jim Bamberger, Assistant Branch Chief, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-8, 
Maritime Passenger Security Branch,

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Maritime & Land Security, HQ, West Bldg., Floor 9, 601 South 12th 
Street, Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 571 227-1218
Fax: 571 227-2932
Email: [email protected]

Steven Cohen, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, Office of 
Chief Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-415N, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2665
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________




1390. FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFICER PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44921

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule establishes a program to screen, train, 
deputize, and equip certain commercial airline pilots as Federal law 
enforcement officers, and to authorize them to transport and carry 
firearms and to use force, including deadly force, to defend the flight 
decks of the aircraft against acts of criminal violence or air piracy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Dion Casey, Attorney, Regulations Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, TSA-2, 
West Bldg., 8th floor, Office of the Chief Counsel, TSA-2, HQ, E12-
309N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-2663
Fax: 571 227-1378
Email: [email protected]

Paul Kinneberg, Lead FFDO Officer, Department of Homeland Security, 
Transportation Security Administration, Office of Aviation Operations, 
TSA-7, HQ, E4-331N, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1866
Fax: 571 227-1941
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Completed Actions


Transportation Security Administration (TSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1391. PRIVACY ACT OF 1974: IMPLEMENTATION OF EXEMPTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114(l)(1); 5 USC 552a(k)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1507

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document will establish eight Privacy Act Systems of 
Records that are exempt from one or more provisions of the Privacy Act. 
This rule will enable TSA to withhold records in response to requests 
for information pertaining to active investigations and in other 
instances where disclosure could reveal sensitive information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/18/03                    68 FR 49410
NPRM Comment Period End         09/17/03
Final Rule                      06/25/04                    69 FR 35536
Final Rule Effective            07/26/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Conrad Huygen, Privacy Act Officer, TSA Office of 
Information Management Programs, Department of Homeland Security, 
Transportation Security Administration, TSA, Office of Information 
Management Systems, Finance and Administration, TSA-17, HQ, West Bldg., 
Floor 4, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1954
Fax: 571 227-2912
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA28
_______________________________________________________________________




1392. CAPPS II--ACCESS TO PASSENGER RESERVATION INFORMATION

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44902; 
49 USC 44903

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1560

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA is withdrawing this action, which would have implemented 
the Computer Assisted Passenger Prescreening System II (CAPPS II).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/27/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Kearney, Executive Director, Department of 
Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration, 
Transportation Security Policy, TSA-9, HQ, East Bldg., Floor 7, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-3253
Fax: 571 227-2594
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1652-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




1393. PRIVACY ACT OF 1974: IMPLEMENTATION OF EXEMPTIONS FOR PASSENGER 
AND AVIATION SECURITY SCREENING RECORDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 114(l)(1); 5 USC 552a(k)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1507

Legal Deadline: None

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Abstract: TSA is withdrawing this action pending consideration of the 
need for this system of the DHS/TSA 010 system of records.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/17/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Proposed system of records DOT/TSA 010 
published 01/15/2003 (68 FR 2101 and 2002) by Office of the Secretary 
(OST), Department of Transportation (DOT). DOT RIN NO. 2105-AD23; 
Docket No. OST-1996-1437.
See also system of records DHS/TSA 010 notice published 08/01/2003 (68 
FR 45265) by Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department 
of Homeland Security (DHS). Docket No. DHS/TSA-2003-1.

Agency Contact: Conrad Huygen, Privacy Act Officer, TSA Office of 
Information Management Programs, Department of Homeland Security, 
Transportation Security Administration, TSA, Office of Information 
Management Systems, Finance and Administration, TSA-17, HQ, West Bldg., 
Floor 4, 601 South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone: 571 227-1954
Fax: 571 227-2912
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 2105-AD23
RIN: 1652-AA42
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                     Prerule Stage


Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (BICE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1394.  ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR RECERTIFICATION OF 
SCHOOLS APPROVED BY THE STUDENT AND EXCHANGE VISITOR PROGRAM (SEVP) TO 
ENROLL F OR M NONIMMIGRANT STUDENTS

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 75 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1653-AA42
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)               Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (BICE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1395. NONIMMIGRANT CLASSES; S CLASSIFICATION; LAW ENFORCEMENT 
INITIATIVES; ALIEN WITNESSES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1324a; 8 CFR 2; 8 USC 1102; 8 USC 
1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1228; 8 USC 
1252

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 274a; 8 CFR 299; 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Two regulatory initiatives dealing with the processing of 
alien witnesses have been prepared by the Department. INS No. 1683-94 
provides the application and approval process for the admission of 
aliens in S nonimmigrant classification. It provides guidance to the 
various law enforcement agencies needing alien witnesses and informants 
to complete critical law enforcement initiatives in the United States. 
INS No. 1728-95 establishes a fee for the processing of Form I-854, 
Inter-Agency Alien Witness and Informant Record, for Law Enforcement 
Agency (LEA) requests for S nonimmigrant classification for eligible 
alien witnesses and informants. The fee recovers the costs of the 
processing of requests for immigration benefits and is needed to comply 
with specific Federal immigration laws and Federal user fee statute and 
regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1683 
Eff. 8/25/95; Comment Period End 
12/4/95                         08/25/95                    60 FR 44260
Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1683 
Correction                      10/05/95                    60 FR 52068
Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1683 
Correction                      10/05/95                    60 FR 52248
NPRM-INS No. 1728               12/00/04
Final Action-INS No.1683        02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: INS No. 1683-94; and INS No. 1728-95
Transferred from RIN 1115-AD86

Agency Contact: Angel Melendez, Section Chief, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 425 I Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 353-0120
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




1396. USE OF PAROLE FOR HUMANITARIAN REASONS OR SIGNIFICANT PUBLIC 
BENEFIT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1182

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 212

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, September 11, 1997.

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Abstract: Changes to the current regulations are necessitated by 
section 602 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act of 1996. This section has reworded certain parole 
authority by stipulating parole on a case-by-case basis for urgent 
humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM-INS No. 1840-97            01/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: INS No. 1840-97
See also (INS No. 2004-99): This interim final rule published on 
December 28, 2000, amended the regulations concerning the authority to 
grant the parole of aliens from DHS custody by specifically identifying 
the scope of that authority to include the Secretary. This action was 
taken to clarify which individuals are authorized by the Secretary to 
grant parole from DHS custody.
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE68

Agency Contact: Kenneth Leutbecker, Director, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Attn: ULLICO 
Building, Third Floor, 800 North Capital Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2670

RIN: 1653-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1397. PROCEDURES FOR DETAINEE HUNGER STRIKES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1223; 8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1251; 8 USC 
1253; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes standards and procedures for responding to 
hunger strikes by individuals detained by the Department. All proposed 
medical treatments in this regulation conform to accepted medical 
practice. Also, this rule would supersede the Department's Detention 
Standard on Hunger Strikes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2142-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG26

Agency Contact: Nik Maravich, Detention and Deportation Officer, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, Room 800, Detention and Removal Operations, 801 I Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-1999

RIN: 1653-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________




1398. INTEREST PAYMENTS ON CANCELLED CASH BONDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 31 USC 1322; 31 USC 9308

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 293

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: When DHS receives a cash bond, it is deposited into an 
account where interest is accumulated from the date the bond is posted, 
to the date that the bond is paid out. If a cancelled cash bond is 
unclaimed after a year, the principal and any accumulated interest are 
transferred to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, account entitled 
``Payments of Unclaimed Moneys of Individuals Whose Whereabouts are 
Unknown.'' This regulation at 8 CFR 293.1 concerns the computation of 
interest on cash bonds. It does not mention the Treasury requirement 
concerning the disposition of funds from unclaimed cash bonds. Since 
some cash bonds obligors have questioned the curtailment of interest a 
year after the bond is cancelled, we believe that this regulation 
should include language that clarifies the Department's requirement to 
comply with Treasury's regulation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2258-03
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG97

Agency Contact: Sandra Waterton, Department of Homeland Security, 
Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW, 
Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-1200

RIN: 1653-AA20
_______________________________________________________________________




1399. POWERS AND AUTHORITIES OF OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 107-296

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 236; 8 CFR 239; 8 CFR 241; 8 CFR 287

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On November 25, 2002, the President signed into law the 
Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Pub. L. 107-296), which created the new 
Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Pursuant to the provisions of 
the HSA, DHS came into existence on January 24, 2003. The functions of 
the Immigration and Naturalization Service (Service) and all 
authorities with respect to those functions, transferred to DHS on 
March 1, 2003, and the Service was abolished on that date, pursuant to 
the HSA and the Department of Homeland Security Reorganization Plan, as 
modified (Reorganization Plan). The transition and savings provisions 
of the HSA, including sections 1512(d) and 1517, provide that 
references relating to the Service in statutes, regulations, 
directives, or delegations of authority shall be deemed to refer to the 
appropriate official or component of DHS. DHS is promulgating this rule 
to continue the process of conforming the text of title 8 of the Code 
of Federal Regulations to the governmental structures established in 
the HSA and Reorganization Plan. This rule is not intended to and does 
not restrict or otherwise limit the authority of any DHS officer.

[[Page 73279]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Nelson Perez, Special Counsel, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of 
Principal Legal Advisor, 425 I Street, NW
Phone: 202 514-2895
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




1400. DENIAL AND REVOCATION FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL FOR ATTENDANCE BY 
NONIMMIGRANT STUDENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The DHS amended its regulations to clarify its procedures for 
denial of applications by schools for approval to enroll nonimmigrant 
students. The DHS also streamlined and aligned the revocation process 
with the denial and appeal process. Finally, DHS assumed the authority 
to suspend a school's approval to issue form I-20, Certificate of 
Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Status for Academic and Language Students, 
during denial or revocation proceedings.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2239-02
Transferred from RIN 1615-AA85

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________




1401. REMOVAL OF COMPANIES HOLDING A CERTIFICATE FROM THE SECRETARY OF 
THE TREASURY AS AN ACCEPTABLE SURETY ON IMMIGRATION BONDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 
1103; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed amendment would revise the regulations of the 
Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement (ICE), by defining a cash bond system and eliminating the 
selected provisions. This regulatory change will increase alien 
appearance rates and minimize dollar losses to the United States. Under 
the proposed rule, surety companies holding a certificate from the 
Secretary of the Treasury will no longer be acceptable security for 
posting immigration bonds. Bonds posted before the effective date of 
the final rule will not be affected.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Lenox, Deputy Assistant Director, Compliance, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, 801 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-2734

RIN: 1653-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1402. REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION, EXTENSION, AND MAINTENANCE OF 
NONIMMIGRANT STATUS; EFFECT OF VISA REVOCATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101 to 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186a; 8 USC 1187; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend the Department of Homeland 
Security (DHS) regulations by providing that aliens admitted to the 
United States may no longer maintain valid immigration status once 
their nonimmigrant visas have been revoked. DHS believes that having 
the ability to place admitted aliens whose nonimmigrant visas have been 
revoked pursuant to section 221(i) of the Immigration and Nationality 
Act in removal proceedings will enhance national security and public 
safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ICE No. 2307

Agency Contact: Robert Emery, Chief, National Security Law Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, 425 I Street NW., Room 6109, Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-2895

RIN: 1653-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




1403.  TRANSFER OF FLIGHT TRAINING PROGRAMS UNDER THE 
DEPARTMENT OF STATE OVERSIGHT TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214; 22 CFR 62

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Department of State (DOS) has 10 flight training programs 
that are validated to enroll exchange visitors. This number is so small 
that it is

[[Page 73280]]

administratively inefficient and resource intensive to manage. The DST 
has between 100 to 200 flight training programs which are certified by 
the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SE VP). The DOS has requested 
that its 10 programs be incorporated into DST. As a group that is of 
special interest for national security, it is important that DST 
provide efficient and effective oversight over flight training 
programs. The DOS programs concern DJ visa; the DST programs are in FA 
and AM visa categories. Rules between SE VP and DOS programs differ 
significantly and need to be modified accordingly.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected:  Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA43
_______________________________________________________________________




1404.  STRENGTHENING CONTROLS OVER IMMIGRATION SURETY 
BONDS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1356; 31 USC 9701; 31 USC 9305; PL 
104-208

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department continues to experience problems collecting 
the funds for breached surety bonds. Several surety companies and/or 
their bonding agents continue to circumvent administrative remedies to 
address immigration surety bond claims sent out by the Department and 
have evaded the judicial review process.
This rule proposes to strengthen the Department's control over the 
collection of immigration surety bonds by improving current DHS 
procedures about and by providing the Department with stronger 
enforcement measures. Specifically, this rule will require surety 
companies and bonding agents to exhaust administrative remedies by 
using the Department's appeal procedures, as a prerequisite to 
challenging the Department's actions under the Administrative 
Procedures Act, before seeking judicial review of DHS actions. Also, 
this rule limits the exposure of the Department in case bonding agents 
who have acted improperly or whose authorities have been denied by 
their corporate principals; and encourages surety companies and bonding 
agents to respond early if there are any issues or disputes with the 
Department's claim. Further, the rule formalizes DHS's reporting 
requirements to the Department of Treasury and provides notification to 
the Treasury of high dollar volume of unpaid debt over 90 days old. 
Lastly the rule, adds an enforcement measure to suspend acceptance of 
surety bonds from bonding agents and or surety companies that have 
large unpaid balances or who do not otherwise respond to DHS invoices. 
This rule is necessary to ensure that the Department receives funds 
owed by the surety companies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Prior RIN No. 1653-AA16 was withdrawn in Spring 
2004 Agenda

Agency Contact: Frank Maguire, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau 
of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW, Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 514-2700

RIN: 1653-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (BICE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1405. AGREEMENT PROMISING NONDEPORTATION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION BENEFITS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509; 28 USC 510; 28 USC 515 to 519

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 0.197

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will finalize a 1996 interim final rule that 
requires Federal prosecutors, law enforcement agencies, and other 
officials to obtain written consent from DHS when entering into a plea 
agreement, cooperation agreement, or similar agreement promising an 
alien favorable treatment by DHS. This rule ensures that favorable 
treatment under the immigration laws is extended only after a full 
consideration of its effect on overall immigration enforcement, 
alleviates confusion over the authority to enforce the immigration 
laws, and prevents the Department from being bound by agreements 
undertaken without its knowledge and approval.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/13/96                    61 FR 48405
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/12/96
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 1791-96
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE50

Agency Contact: Rachel Silber, Attorney, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 425 I Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-2895

RIN: 1653-AA02

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1406. REQUIRING ALIENS ORDERED REMOVED FROM THE UNITED STATES TO 
SURRENDER TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FOR REMOVAL

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1231; 8 USC 1253

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 240.13 to 240.19

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires aliens subject to a final order of removal 
to surrender to the Department. This rule also establishes procedures 
for surrender and bars persons violating these procedures from 
obtaining discretionary immigration benefits.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/04/98                    63 FR 47205
NPRM Comment Period End         11/03/98
Supplemental NPRM               05/09/02                    67 FR 31157
Supplemental NPRM Comment Period 
End                             06/10/02
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1115-AE82

Agency Contact: Matthew Munroe, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau 
of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 801 I Street, NW, Room 800, 
Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-7891

RIN: 1653-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




1407. EARLY RELEASE FOR REMOVAL OF CRIMINAL ALIENS IN STATE CUSTODY FOR 
NONVIOLENT OFFENSES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1223; 8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1251; 8 USC 
1253; 8 USC 1255; 8 USC 1330; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The final rule will establish an administrative process 
whereby criminal aliens in State custody convicted of nonviolent 
offenses may be removed prior to completion of their sentence of 
imprisonment. The rule will implement the authority contemplated by 
Congress to enhance the ability of the United States to remove criminal 
aliens.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM-INS No. 1848-97            07/12/99                    64 FR 37461
NPRM Comment Period End         09/10/99
Final Action-INS No. 1848-97    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: INS No.1848-97
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE83

Agency Contact: Dave Peter, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 801 I Street NW, Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 514-6778

RIN: 1653-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




1408. POWER OF SECRETARY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY TO 
TERMINATE DEPORTATION PROCEEDINGS AND INITIATE REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 104-208

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 309

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to implement section 309(c)(3) of the 
Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) by 
affording certain aliens rendered ineligible for relief from 
deportation by recent changes in the law the opportunity to have their 
deportation proceedings terminated and removal proceedings initiated in 
order to apply for relief. Certain permanent resident aliens rendered 
ineligible for section 212(c) relief by the Antiterrorism and Effective 
Death Penalty Act and certain nonpermanent resident aliens rendered 
ineligible for suspension of deportation by the stop-time rule in 
IIRIRA may apply for ``repapering'' (as it is commonly known) under 
this rule. This process would not apply to aliens eligible for 212(c) 
relief pursuant to the procedures described in the Executive Office for 
Immigration Review rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/00                    65 FR 71273
NPRM Comment Period End         01/29/01
Final Action                    02/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2083-00
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF87

Agency Contact: David Suna, Associate Legal Advisor, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 
Office of Chief Counsel, 425 I Street NW., Suite 6100, Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 514-2895
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________




1409. PROTECTION AND ASSISTANCE FOR VICTIMS OF TRAFFICKING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1104; 8 USC 1252; 22 USC 7101; 22 USC 7105; . . .

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 1100

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, April 28, 2001, Statutory deadline 
for promulgation of regulations.

Abstract: This rule amends 28 CFR and sets forth implementing guidance 
for section 107(c) of the Victims of Trafficking and Violence 
Protection Act of 2000. The Secretary and the Secretary of State are 
promulgating these regulations for law enforcement, Immigration, and 
Department of State (DOS) officials regarding the protection of victims 
of severe forms of trafficking who are in custody, the access of such 
victims to information about their rights and translation services, and 
the training of appropriate DHS and DOS personnel in identifying and 
protecting such victims. The rule also addresses the authority of 
Federal law enforcement officials to permit the continued presence in 
the United States

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of certain victims of severe forms of trafficking who are potential 
witnesses in order to aid prosecutions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/24/01                    66 FR 38514
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/22/01
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2133-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG20

Agency Contact: Sue Shriner, Victim-Witness Coordinator, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 425 I 
Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 616-8737

RIN: 1653-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




1410. INCREASING THE NUMBER OF OFFICERS AUTHORIZED TO ISSUE NOTICES TO 
APPEAR AND ARREST WARRANTS FOR IMMIGRATION VIOLATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1229; 8 CFR 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 239; 8 CFR 287

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule increases the number of officers authorized to 
issue notices to appear, and warrants of arrest for immigration 
violations. Currently, the authority to issue notices to appear and to 
issue arrest warrants for immigration violations, is limited to a small 
number of DHS officers. The present listing identifies the officers 
authorized to issue by specific position. This revision increases the 
number of issuing officers and identifies issuing authority by job 
title. The action is necessary to improve Department operations since 
many DHS employees are posted great distances away from the officials 
who are currently authorized to issue notices to appear and arrest 
warrants.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2137-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG22

Agency Contact: Joesph Greene, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau 
of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 425 I Street NW, Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 514-0078

RIN: 1653-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




1411. DETENTION OF ALIENS SUBJECT TO FINAL ORDERS OF REMOVAL

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1223; 8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1231; 8 USC 
1253; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule addresses comments received upon publication of the 
interim rule on November 14, 2001. A rule is being published as a 
proposed rule because of the substantive structural changes to the 
prior interim rule. This rule amends the custody review process 
governing the detention of aliens who are the subject of a final order 
of removal, deportation, or exclusion (see 8 CFR 241.4) in light of the 
decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in Zadvydas v. Davis. This rule adds 
new provisions governing cases for DHS to determine whether there is a 
significant likelihood that an alien will be removed from the United 
States in the reasonably foreseeable future, and cases where there are 
special circumstances justifying the continued detention of certain 
aliens. This rule also makes conforming changes to the existing 
postremoval period detention regulations, and provides procedures to 
implement the statutory provision for the extension of the removal 
period beyond 90 days if the alien conspires or acts to prevent his or 
her removal or fails or refuses to assist DHS in obtaining documents 
necessary to his or her removal.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/14/01                    66 FR 56967
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/14/02
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2156-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG29

Agency Contact: Roger Sagerman, Chief, Enforcement Law Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-2895

RIN: 1653-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________




1412. CUSTODY PROCEDURES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 
1251; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 287

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations on the period of time 
after an alien's arrest within which the Department must make a 
determination whether the alien will be continued in custody or 
released on bond or recognizance and whether to issue a notice to 
appear and warrant of arrest. This rule provides that unless voluntary 
departure has been granted, DHS must make such determinations within 48 
hours of arrest, except in the event of emergency or other 
extraordinary circumstance in which case the Department must make such 
determinations within an additional reasonable period of time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule Effective    09/17/01                    66 FR 48334
Interim Final Rule Published    09/20/01                    66 FR 48334
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/19/01
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

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Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No 2171-01
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG40

Agency Contact: David Suna, Attorney, Department of Homeland Security, 
Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 425 I Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-2895

RIN: 1653-AA14
_______________________________________________________________________




1413. ADDRESS NOTIFICATION TO BE FILED WITH DESIGNATED APPLICATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1304; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule would amend DHS regulations by requiring 
every alien who is applying for immigration benefits to acknowledge 
having received notice that he or she is required to provide a valid 
current address to the Department, including any change of address 
within 10 days of the change; that the Department will use the most 
recent address provided by the alien for all purposes, including the 
service of a Notice to Appear if the Department initiates removal 
proceedings; and, if the alien has changed address and failed to 
provide the new address to DHS, that the alien will be held responsible 
for any communications sent to the most recent address provided by the 
alien. This rule will satisfy the requirements or advance notice to the 
alien of the obligation to provide a current address to the Department, 
and of the consequences that may result for failure to do so, including 
the entry of an in absentia removal order against the alien if the 
alien fails to appear at a removal hearing.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/02                    67 FR 48818
NPRM Comment Period End         08/26/02
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 2198-02
Transferred from RIN 1115-AG61

Agency Contact: Ian Hinds, Chief Adjudication, Department of Homeland 
Security, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-7004

RIN: 1653-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




1414. ABBREVIATION OR WAIVER OF TRAINING FOR STATE OR LOCAL LAW 
ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AUTHORIZED TO ENFORCE IMMIGRATION LAW DURING A MASS 
INFLUX OF ALIENS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 98-473; 8 USC 1101; PL 102-410

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 65

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would amend DHS regulations to authorize the 
Secretary to waive normally required training requirements in the event 
that the number of State or local law enforcement officers available to 
respond in an expeditious manner to urgent and quickly developing 
events during a declared mass influx of aliens is insufficient to 
protect public safety, public health, and national security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/26/03                     68 FR 8820
Interim Final Rule Effective    02/26/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/28/03
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1115-AG84

Agency Contact: Roger Sagerman, Chief, Enforcement Law Division, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, 425 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-2895

RIN: 1653-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1415. AUTHORIZING COLLECTION OF FEE LEVIED ON F, J, AND M NONIMMIGRANT 
CLASSIFICATIONS UNDER ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION REFORM AND IMMIGRANT 
RESPONSIBILITY ACT (IIRIRA) (SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186a; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 214; 8 CFR 299

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations to establish a fee, pursuant 
to section 641 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act (IIRIRA), as amended by Public Law 106-396. In 
accordance with these statutes, the alien will remit the fee directly 
to the Secretary of DHS at a time prior to the alien being classified 
as an F, J, or M nonimmigrant. The rule outlines fee amounts, who is 
subject to paying the fees, when the fee must be paid, and the 
consequences for failure to pay the fee. This rule is necessary to 
implement section 641 of the IIRIRA, as amended, as well as authorized 
under sections 103 and 214 of the Immigration and Nationality Act and 
under 31 U.S.C. 9701.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/21/99                    64 FR 71323
NPRM Comment Period End         02/22/00
Interim Final Rule              10/27/03                    68 FR 61148
Final Action                    06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 1991-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF56

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA23

[[Page 73284]]

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1416. REVISION OF THE REGULATIONS CONCERNING F, J, AND M NONIMMIGRANT 
CLASSIFICATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552(a); 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1201; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1252(b); 8 USC 1304; 8 USC 1356; 31 USC 
9701; EO 12356; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule sets the foundation for implementation of the 
Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), an Internet-
based system that provides tracking and monitoring functionality, with 
access to current information on nonimmigrant sudents and exchange 
visitors. SEVIS is being integrated into the new Entry-Exit system, 
named U.S. Visitor and Immigrant Status Indication Technology System 
(U.S.VISIT). VISIT is a DHS program that enhances our country's entry 
exit system by enabiling the U.S. to effectively verfiy the identity of 
incomming visitors and confirm compliance with visa and immigration 
policies. The initiative involves collecting travel information and 
``biometric identifiers.''
There are three principal laws that require the Secretary to develop an 
automated system to track foreign students and exchange visitors:
1. Section 641 of the Illegal Immigration Refrom and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA);
2. Section 416 of the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing 
Appropirate Tools Required to Intecept and Obstruct Terrorism Act 2001 
(USA PATRIOT Act); and
3. Section 501 of the Enhanced Border Security and Visa Entry Reform 
Act of 2002 (Border Security Act).
IIRIA requires the DHS to collect current information, on an ongoing 
basis, form schools and exchange programs relating to nonimmigrant 
foreign students and exchange visitors during their stay in the United 
States. Additionally, the USA PATRIOT Act amended section 641 of IIRIRA 
to require implementation and expansion of SEVIS before January 1, 
2003. Furthermore, the Border Security Act clarifies the collection of 
information required by SEVIS and adds the secific requirement that 
eductional institutions report failure of an alien to enroll not later 
than 30 days after the registration deadline of the institution.
While this rule implements SEVIS, this is only one component of the 
Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Further rulemaking is 
necessary to the overall reengineering process and sucess of SEVP. The 
review and registration of all schools and exchange visitor programs in 
SEVIS was required before January 30, 2003, as well as subsequent 
recertifications of these institutions every two years. Implementation 
of the student fee regulation mandated by Congress in IIRIRA to pay for 
the operation and maintenance of SEVIS is pending.
As part of this ongoing program, DHS published an interim final rule at 
67 FR 44344, July 1, 2002, allowing schools that met certain criteria 
to preliminary enroll in SEVIS beginning on July 1, 2002. DHS will 
published another rule, 67 FR 60107, September 25, 2002, that required 
all schools to apply for certification in SEVIS in order to be able to 
begin accepting or continue accepting foreign students by August 1, 
2003. This rule describes recertification, withdrawl, and the denial 
process for SEVIS. Finally, DHS reintroduced a rule for collection of 
the student and exchange visitor feee, 68 FR 61149, October 27, 2003.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (INS No. 2185-02)          05/16/02                    67 FR 34862
NPRM Comment Period End         06/16/02
Interim Final Rule (INS No. 
2211-02)                        07/01/02                    67 FR 44343
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/31/02
Final Action (INS No. 2185-02)  12/02/02                    67 FR 31184
Final Action (INS No. 2211-02)  12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: INS No. 1991-99
Transferred from RIN 1115-AF56

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________




1417. SEVIS REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS AT THE START 
OF EACH TERM OR SESSION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1102m; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 
1184; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1282; 8 USC 1301 to 
1305

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 
regulations by modifying the reporting requirements in the Student 
Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) for academic institutions. 
Specifically this rule amends existing DHS regulations to ensure that 
notification is made to the Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement if an alien fails to report to school within 30 days of the 
start of each term or session, rather than 30 days after the deadline 
for registering for classes. This rule is necessary for the proper 
monitoring of aliens admitted to the United States as students.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ICE 2300-03

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA28

[[Page 73285]]

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1418. CHANGES IN REGISTRATION POLICIES AND MONITORING OF CERTAIN 
NONIMMIGRANTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1185; 8 USC 1302; 8 USC 1303; 8 USC 
1305

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 264

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations for the registration and 
monitoring of certain nonimmmigrant aliens. This rule amends existing 
regulations by suspending the 30-day and annual re-registration 
requirements for aliens who are subject to the National Security Entry-
Exit Registration System (NSEERS) Registration. Instead of requiring 
all aliens subject to NSEERS to appear for 30-day and/or annual 
registration interviews, DHS will utilize a more tailored system in 
which it will notify individual aliens of future registration 
requirements. This rule also eliminates the requirement for those 
nonimmigrant aliens subject to special registration who are also 
enrolled in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) 
to separately notify DHS of changes in educational institutions and 
addresses. Additionally, this rule clarifies how nonimmigrant aliens 
may apply for relief from special registration requirements and 
clarifies that certain alien crewmen are not subject to the departure 
requirements. Finally, certain conforming amendments have been made to 
existing regulations to reflect that the former Immigration and 
Naturalization Service has been abolished and its functions transferred 
from the Department of Justice to DHS, under the Homeland Security Act 
of 2002 (HSA), Public Law 107-296.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/02/03                    68 FR 67578
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/02/04
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ICE No. 2301-03

Agency Contact: Robert Schoch, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau 
of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Room 200, 425 I Street, NW, 
Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 353-3173

RIN: 1653-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




1419. EXTENDING THE PERIOD OF DURATION OF STATUS FOR CERTAIN F AND J 
NONIMMIGRANT ALIENS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1184; 8 USC 
1186; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule amended DHS regulations to provide that the 
Secretary may publish a notice to extend the duration of status, under 
specified conditions, of certain F-1 and J-1 nonimmigrant aliens who 
may be affected adversely because the numerical limit (cap) on H-1B 
nonimmigrant aliens has been reached prior to the end of a given fiscal 
year. This rule was a necessary stop-gap measure because of a large 
number of F-1 and J-1 nonimmigrant aliens seeking a change of 
nonimmigrant status to that of H-1B after completion of their studies 
or their program. However, many of these aliens were unable to change 
their nonimmigrant status for the remainder of a given fiscal year 
because of the cap on H-1B petitions. This rule allows such aliens to 
avoid a lapse in their status because of a circumstance that is not 
under their control.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/15/99                    64 FR 32146
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/16/99
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 1992-99
Transferred from RIN 1615-AA27

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Exchange 
Visitor Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration 
and Customs Enforcement, 801 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-2346

Related RIN: Previously reported as 1115-AF54
RIN: 1653-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________




1420. REQUIRING CERTIFICATION OF ALL SERVICE-APPROVED SCHOOLS FOR 
ENROLLMENT IN THE STUDENT AND EXCHANGE VISITOR INFORMATION SYSTEM 
(SEVIS)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1304; 8 USC 1356; 31 USC 1907; EO 12356

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 30, 2001, the President issued Homeland Security 
Directive No. 2 requiring DHS to conduct periodic reviews of all 
institutions certified to receive nonimmigrant students. The Enhanced 
Border Security and Visa Entry Reform Act of 2002, Public Law 107-173 
enacted May 14, 2002, also requires a periodic review of school 
approvals.
This rule governs the review and certification process that DHS uses to 
approve schools to enroll foreign students. It also continues the 
implementation of the process by which schools may be approved to 
obtain access to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System 
(SEVIS). While DHS had in place an existing process for certifying and 
decertifying schools, DHS requires all previously approved schools to 
apply for certification in accordance with these new mandates cited 
above, prior to being allowed to enroll in SEVIS.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/25/02                    67 FR 60107
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/25/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/25/02
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 73286]]

Additional Information: CIS No. 2217-02
Transferred from RIN 1615-AA77

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Previously reported as 1115-AG71
RIN: 1653-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________




1421. REDUCED COURSE LOAD FOR CERTAIN F AND M NONIMMIGRANT STUDENTS AT 
BORDER COMMUNITIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1101 note 1; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 
8 USC 1184; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1281; 48 USC 1901; 48 USC 
1931; PL 104-208; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends DHS regulations governing F and M 
nonimmigrants. This rule clarified that nonimmigrant aliens who reside 
outside the United States and regularly commute across a land border to 
study may do so on a part-time basis within the F or M nonimmigrant 
category. It is common for aliens residing outside the United States, 
such as in Canada or Mexico, to enroll part-time in a border 
educational institution, entering the United States daily to pursue 
part-time studies. This rule is written to overcome the significant 
disruption of part-time study that had become an accepted fact of life 
along the borders. Additionally, these changes were made to facilitate 
and legitimize certain part-time study along border communities while 
ensuring that all applicable requirements and safeguards were met.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/27/02                    67 FR 54941
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/27/02
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2220-02
Transferred from RIN 1615-AA79

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Previously reported as 1115-AG75
RIN: 1653-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




1422. AUTHORIZING SUSPENSION OF EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS ON 
THE BASIS OF SEVERE ECONOMIC HARDSHIP FOR F-1 STUDENTS AND EMERGENT 
CIRCUMSTANCES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 
1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1281; 8 USC 1282

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amended DHS regulations applying to on-campus 
employment, off-campus employment authorization, and duration of status 
for nonimmigrant F-1 students. The rule permits the Secretary to 
suspend some or all of the requirements for on-campus or off-campus 
employment where emergent circumstances exist as provided through 
notice in the Federal Register. The rule also amends the regulations to 
provide that an F-1 student who carries less than a full course of 
study as a result of this special employment authorization will be 
deemed to be maintaining status for the duration of the authorization, 
as long as the student carries a minimum course load of six credit 
hours if the student is an undergraduate, or three credit hours if the 
student is in graduate school.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule-CIS No. 1914-
98                              06/10/98                    63 FR 31871
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/10/98
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: CIS No. 1914-98 (Employment Authorization for 
Certain F-1 Nonimmigrant Students Whose Means of Financial Support 
Comes From Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, or the 
Philippines).
Transferred from RIN 1615-AA99

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Previously reported as 1115-AF15
RIN: 1653-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________




1423. COUNTRIES TO WHICH ALIENS MAY BE REMOVED

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule will discuss and interpret section 241(b), 
countries to which aliens may be removed, of the Immigration and 
Nationality Act. The rule will discuss countries to which aliens with 
final administrative orders may be removed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David Suna, Associate Legal Advisor, Department of 
Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 
Office of Chief Counsel, 425 I Street

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NW., Suite 6100, Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 514-2895
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________




1424. CHANGE IN BUSINESS PRACTICES; ACCEPTANCE OF PAYMENTS OF FEES BY 
CREDIT CARD AND OTHER ELECTRONIC MEANS WHERE POSSIBLE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 98-369; 31 USC 3720

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103.7

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to expand 
the acceptance of credit cards and other electronic means to collect 
fees from the public. DHS currently accepts fees at seven locations in 
three of its 33 districts. DHS proposes to implement credit card 
acceptance at 16 of these districts. The intended benefit is two-fold: 
to provide the Department with a faster, more efficient collection and 
record keeping mechanism while affording the customer a convenient 
alternative payment method.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2181-01
Transferred from RIN 1615-AA70

Agency Contact: Sandra Waterton, Department of Homeland Security, 
Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW, 
Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-1200

RIN: 1653-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________




1425. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BORDER COMMUTER STUDENT ACT OF 2002

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 
USC 1184; 8 USC 1187; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1281; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule implements recent legislation creating new visa 
classifications applicable to part-time students who commute across the 
border. Previously, DHS created an option for F-1 and M-1 nonimmigrant 
students to enroll in a reduced course load if the nonimmigrant 
maintained residence in their home country of Mexico or Canada and 
commuted to schools within 75 miles of the border. These special F-1 
and M-1 nonimmigrants were required to pursue a full course of study 
albeit at part-time enrollment. This rule has been drafted to effect 
Congressional legislation that created new visa classifications, F-3 
and M-3, for border commuter student nonimmigrants. The F-3 and M-3 
visa categories replace the option of reduced course load for border 
commuter students within the F-1 and M-1 visa categories. When this 
rule is made effective, any student from Canada or Mexico wishing to 
enroll in a reduced course load for purposes of commuting must obtain 
an F-3 or an M-3 visa accordingly. These students, however, will not be 
required to pursue a full course of study. The F-3 and M-3 visa holders 
will be tracked in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System 
(SEVIS) administered by DHS and the Student and Exchange Visitor 
Program (SEVP), and agency of the Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: CIS No. 2290-03

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1426. CIVIL MONETARY PENALTIES INFLATION ADJUSTMENT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1221; 8 USC 1223; 8 USC 1227; 8USC 
1229; 8 USC 1253; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 280

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises the DHS civil monetary penalty regulations 
to make inflation adjustments to the civil monetary penalties imposed 
by DHS as amended by the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996. The 
rule raises the penalties that DHS may impose on violators, in 
accordance with the inflation adjusted procedures. The inflation 
adjustments are issued to ensure that penalties maintain their 
deterrent effect for various specified unlawful acts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ICE No. 2305-03

Agency Contact: Shirely Nguyen, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau 
of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street, NW, Washington, 
DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-9656

RIN: 1653-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




1427.  EXECUTION OF REMOVAL ORDERS; COUNTRIES TO WHICH 
ALIENS MAY BE REMOVED

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 5 USC 552; 5 USC 552a; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 
1182; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 236; 8 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Secretary of Homeland Security and the Attorney General 
published this combined notice of proposed rulemaking to amend their

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respective agencies' regulations pertaining to removal of aliens.
The Department of Homeland Security proposes to amend its rule to 
establish that acceptance by a country is not required under specific 
provisions of section 241(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act 
(Act) (8 U.S.C. 1231(b)) in order to remove an alien to that country, 
and that a ``country'' for the purpose of removal is not premised on 
the existence or functionality of a government in that country. This 
rule clarifies the countries to which an alien may be removed and the 
situations in which the Secretary of Homeland Security will remove an 
alien to an alternative or additional country. The rule also implements 
a screening mechanism to review aliens' claims that they would face 
persecution or torture in a country of removal that was not identified 
during their removal proceedings before an immigration judge.
The Department of Justice proposed rule clarifies the procedure for an 
alien to designate the country to which he would prefer to be removed, 
provides that the immigration judge shall inform any alien making such 
a designation that the alien may be removed to another country under 
section 241(b) of the Act at the discretion of the Secretary of 
Homeland Security in effecting the foreign policy of the United States, 
and clarifies the effect of an identification of a country for removal 
in an immigration judge's order of removal from the United States. The 
rule clarifies that acceptance by a country is not a factor to be 
considered by the immigration judge. The Department of Justice proposed 
rule also makes technical changes to eliminate unnecessary provisions 
and update references pursuant to the enactment of the Homeland 
Security Act of 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/29/04                    69 FR 42901
NPRM Comment Period End         08/18/04
Final Action                    04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Mark Lenox, Deputy Assistant Director, Compliance, 
Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, 801 I Street NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 305-2734

RIN: 1653-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________




1428.  ESTABLISH COMPLIANCE CRITERIA AND COMPREHENSIVE 
FEE FOR RECERTIFICATION OF SCHOOLS APPROVED BY THE STUDENT AND EXCHANGE 
VISITOR PROGRAM (SEVP) TO ENROLL F OR M NONIMMIGRANT STUDENTS

Priority: Economically Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1356(m); PL 107-56; PL 107-173

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 103; 8 CFR 214.3; 8 CFR 214.4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 30, 2001, the President issued Homeland Security 
Directive No. 2, requiring periodic reviews of all institutions 
certified to accept nonimmigrant students. The Enhanced Border Security 
and Visa Entry Reform Act of 2002 (Border Security Act), enacted May 
12, 2004, also requires a periodic review of approved schools every two 
years.
This interim rule amends DHS regulations governing recertification of 
schools approved by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) for 
attendance by F or M nonimmigrant students. The rule establishes 
criteria for recertification of SEVP certified schools every two years. 
The rule sets the fee amount for recertification at a rate which 
incorporates all cost of implementing the recertification process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/00/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Susan Geary, Acting Director, Student and Visitor 
Exchange Program, Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 800 K Street NW., Washington, DC 
20536
Phone: 202 305-2346
Fax: 202 353 3723
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1653-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Long-Term Actions


Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (BICE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1429. EMPLOYER SANCTIONS MODIFICATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1324a

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 2; 8 CFR 274a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DHS is considering further changes to streamline the 
verification and enforcement process requirements related to the 
Employer Sanctions provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control 
Act.
We published an interim rule in 1996, INS No. 1738, allowing DHS to 
issue and serve a Warning Notice upon an alleged violator after DHS has 
determined that a person or entity has violated section 274a of the 
Act. This rule also allows interested parties to electronically 
generate blank copies of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form 
(Form I-9).
On September 30, 1996, the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act was enacted (IIRIRA). Section 411(a) of IIRIRA 
allows employers who have made a good faith attempt to comply with a 
particular employment verification requirement to correct technical or 
procedural failures before such failures are deemed to be violations of 
the INA. We issued a proposed rule on April 7, 1998, INS No. 1819, to 
implement this provision and we are in the process of preparing a final 
rule. Because the

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issuance of Warning Notices requires that violation determinations be 
made, it is being examined in conjunction with INS No. 1819 in light of 
section 411(a) of IIRIRA. The anticipated publication date of a final 
rule will not be determined until issues regarding implementation of 
section 411(a) of IIRIRA are resolved.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule-INS No. 1738 10/07/96                    61 FR 52235
Correction (Interim Final Rule) 10/29/96                    61 FR 55840
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/06/96
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: INS Nos. 1737 and 1738
Transferred from RIN 1115-AE21

Agency Contact: Richard Burgess, Investigator, Department of Homeland 
Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 425 I Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20536
Phone: 202 616-7487

RIN: 1653-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)               Proposed Rule Stage


Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R)



_______________________________________________________________________




1430. NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM; STANDARD FLOOD INSURANCE POLICY; 
EXPANSION OF INCREASED COST OF COMPLIANCE (ICC) COVERAGE AND PROSPECTIVE 
PAYMENT OF FLOOD INSURANCE PREMIUMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4011(b)(4); 42 USC 4015(f)

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This NPRM would amend the National Flood Insurance Program 
regulations to incorporate the statutory changes in the Bunning-
Bereuter-Blumenauer Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004 (Pub. L. 108-
264) enacted on June 30, 2004. Specifically, this rule would address 
Sections 105 (Amendments to Additional Coverage for Compliance with 
Land Use and Control Measures) and 209 (Prospective Payment of Flood 
Insurance Premiums). Section 105 authorizes the extension of Increased 
Cost of Compliance coverage, which currently applies when a community 
is enforcing its substantial damage or cumulative substantial damage 
ordinance, to also include those properties for which an offer of 
mitigation assistance is made under a variety of FEMA-funded mitigation 
programs. Section 209 directs that if a policyholder is determined to 
be paying a lower premium than is required due to an error in the flood 
plain determination, the higher premium may only be charged 
prospectively.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Agency Contact: Thomas Hayes, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3419
Fax: 202 646-4327
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                  Final Rule Stage


Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R)



_______________________________________________________________________




1431. HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING AND HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5121

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 201; 44 CFR 204; 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The fourth interim rule provides State and Indian tribal 
governments with a mechanism to request an extension to the date by 
which they must develop State Mitigation Plans as a condition of grant 
assistance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/26/02                     67 FR 8844
Interim Final Rule Effective    02/26/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/29/02
Interim Final Rule              10/01/02                    67 FR 61512
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/01/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/02/02
Interim Final Rule              10/28/03                    68 FR 61368
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/28/03
Correcting Amendment            11/10/03                    68 FR 63738
Correcting Amendment Effective  11/10/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/29/03
Interim Final Rule              09/13/04                    69 FR 55094
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/13/04
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/12/04
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AD22

Agency Contact: Karen Helbrecht, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3358
Fax: 202 646-3104
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Long-Term Actions


Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R)



_______________________________________________________________________




1432. FLOOD MITIGATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4104c; 42 USC 4104d

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 78

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule implements sections 553 and 554 of 
the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended, to provide grants 
under the National Flood Mitigation Fund to States and communities for 
planning assistance and for mitigation projects that reduce the risk of 
flood damages to structures covered under contracts for flood 
insurance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/20/97                    62 FR 13346
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AC45

Agency Contact: Sheila Donahoe, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3121
Fax: 202 646-4127
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




1433. CRIMINAL AND CIVIL PENALTIES UNDER THE ROBERT T. STAFFORD DISASTER 
RELIEF AND EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5157(d); PL 101-410; 28 USC 2461; PL 104-134, 
sec 31001(s)

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would increase the maximum civil penalty under the 
Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act from 
$5,000 to $5,500.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/10/97                     62 FR 5957
NPRM Comment Period End         04/11/97
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AC61

Agency Contact: Jordan Fried, Office of General Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-4105
Fax: 202 646-4536
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1434. DISASTER ASSISTANCE; HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5121 et seq

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise the categories of projects eligible 
for funding under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. It emphasizes 
nonstructural flood mitigation measures to reduce the number of flood-
prone structures and clarifies that major structural flood control 
projects will not be considered for funding under the grant program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/01/98                    63 FR 24143
NPRM Comment Period End         07/01/98
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AC69

Agency Contact: Deborah Ingram, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-2856
Fax: 202 646-3104
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




1435. DEBT COLLECTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 31 USC 3720A

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under this rule, FEMA refers delinquent debts owed to this 
agency to the Department of the Treasury for collection under the 
Governmentwide Treasury Offset Program and for tax-refund offsets at 
the same time. FEMA amends its regulations to allow administrative 
offset against delinquent debtor States and units of general local 
Government. FEMA also amends its regulations to change the method for 
calculating interest, penalty, and administrative charges assessed on 
delinquent debts and to make States and units of general local 
Government subject to such changes.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/08/98                     63 FR 1063
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AC77

Agency Contact: Michael Komack, Financial and Acquisition Management 
Division, Department of Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency 
Preparedness and Response, 500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-4164
Fax: 202 646-4157
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




1436. NATIONAL URBAN SEARCH AND RESCUE RESPONSE SYSTEM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5121 et seq

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would standardize the financing, administration, 
and operation of the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System; 
a cooperative effort of FEMA, participating State emergency management 
agencies, and local public safety agencies across the country. The 
interim rule addresses the relationship between Urban Search and Rescue 
Task Forces and FEMA, and funding for preparedness and response 
activities, including the acquisition of equipment, supplies, and 
training.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/18/02                    67 FR 77627
NPRM Comment Period End         02/03/03
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AC93

Agency Contact: Michael Tamillow, Response Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-2549
Fax: 202 646-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA07
_______________________________________________________________________




1437. NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (NFIP); INSURANCE COVERAGE AND 
RATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4001 et seq

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would apply full-risk premium rates under the NFIP 
to structures: 1) that have suffered multiple flood losses; and 2) 
whose owners decline an offer of funding to eliminate or reduce future 
flood damage.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/99                    64 FR 42632
NPRM Comment Period End         09/07/99
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AD02

Agency Contact: Thomas Hayes, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3419
Fax: 202 646-4327
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




1438. DISASTER ASSISTANCE; FEDERAL ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND 
HOUSEHOLDS

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5174

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 15, 2002.

Abstract: This rule implements section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford 
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, and changes the title of 
the provision from ``Temporary Housing Assistance'' to ``Federal 
Assistance to Individuals and Households.''

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/23/02                     67 FR 3412
NPRM Comment Period End         03/11/02
Interim Final Rule              09/30/02                    67 FR 61446
Corrections                     10/09/02                    67 FR 62896
Corrections Effective           10/09/02
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/15/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/15/03
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AD25

Agency Contact: Berl Jones, Recovery Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 500 C 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3943
Fax: 202 646-3978
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1439. MANAGEMENT COSTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5165 (b)

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206; 44 CFR 207

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would implement the management costs provisions of 
the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 
simplifies and clarifies the method by which FEMA contributes to costs 
incurred by grantees and subgrantees in implementing the Public 
Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant programs, and establishes fixed 
management cost rates for compensating eligible grantees and 
subgrantees while adequately protecting Federal financial interests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/30/02                    67 FR 56130

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NPRM Comment Period End         09/30/02
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AD29

Agency Contact: Jonna M. Long, Financial & Acquisition Management, 
Department of Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness 
and Response, 500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-7057
Fax: 202 646-4268
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________




1440. NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (NFIP); GROUP FLOOD INSURANCE 
POLICY (GFIP)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4001 et seq

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule amends the Group Flood Insurance 
Policy, as a result of the consolidation of sections 408 and 411 of the 
Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act by 
section 206 of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/30/02                    67 FR 61460
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/30/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/15/03
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AD31

Agency Contact: Charles M. Plaxico Jr., Mitigation Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and 
Response, 500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3422
Fax: 202 646-4327
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________




1441. DISASTER ASSISTANCE; CRISIS COUNSELING REGULAR PROGRAM; AMENDMENT 
TO REGULATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5121 to 5206

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule makes a substantive change that in 
limited circumstances allows the Assistant Associate Director to extend 
the deadline for the Crisis Counseling Regular Program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Applicability Date              09/11/01
Interim Final Rule              03/03/03                     68 FR 9899
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/03/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/02/03
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AD32

Agency Contact: Berl Jones, Recovery Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 500 C 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3943
Fax: 202 646-3978
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




1442. DISASTER ASSISTANCE; FIRE MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5121 to 5206

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would revise the implementing regulations 
for section 420 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency 
Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5187, as amended by section 303 of the 
Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, which provides overall program 
guidance on the operation and administration of the Fire Management 
Assistance Grant Program (FMAGP). The revisions incorporated into this 
proposed rule are designed to facilitate the grant application and 
administration processes of FMAGP, thereby improving the delivery of 
financial assistance to the State, local, and Indian tribal 
governments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: James A. Walke, Recovery Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-2751
Fax: 202 646-3304
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA26
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1443. NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (NFIP); ASSISTANCE TO PRIVATE 
SECTOR PROPERTY INSURERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4001 et seq

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 62

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule amends the Financial Assistance/
Subsidy Arrangement between FEMA and the private sector insurers that 
sell and service flood insurance regarding the rules pertaining to when 
FEMA is responsible for litigation costs and when the insurers are 
responsible. It also clarifies issues of jurisdiction and choice of law 
when the insurers are sued and makes some other changes to the 
Arrangement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/14/03                    68 FR 59146

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NPRM Comment Period End         11/13/03
Interim Final Rule              07/30/04                    69 FR 45607
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/28/04
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/01/04
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles M. Plaxico Jr., Mitigation Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and 
Response, 500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3422
Fax: 202 646-4327
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA28
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1444. NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (NFIP); ASSISTANCE TO PRIVATE 
SECTOR PROPERTY INSURERS; EXTENSION OF TERM OF ARRANGEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4001 et seq

CFR Citation: 42 CFR 62

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FEMA changed the Financial Assistance/Subsidy Arrangement 
(the Arrangement) to extend its term of October 1, 2002, through 
September 30, 2003, to a term of October 1, 2002, through December 31, 
2003. The second interim final rule extended the Arrangement from 
October 1, 2002, through May 1, 2004. The third interim final rule 
extends the Arrangement to a term of October 1, 2002, through September 
30, 2004. The Arrangement defines the duties and responsibilities of 
insurers that sell and service insurance under the Write Your Own 
program. It also identifies the responsibilities of the Government to 
provide financial and technical assistance to these insurers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/05/03                    68 FR 52700
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/01/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/06/03
Interim Final Rule              12/31/03                    68 FR 75453
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/01/04
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/01/04
Interim Final Rule              04/30/04                    69 FR 23657
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/02/04
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/29/04
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles M. Plaxico Jr., Mitigation Division, Department 
of Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and 
Response, 500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3422
Fax: 202 646-4327
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA29
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1445. DISASTER ASSISTANCE; PUBLIC ASSISTANCE INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5121 to 5206

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These proposed regulations are intended to replace the 
current regulations for public assistance insurance requirements (44 
CFR part 206, subpart I). The proposed regulations detail the insurance 
requirements that applicants must meet to be eligible for FEMA 
assistance for their damaged facilities following a Presidentially-
declared major disaster. Many of the changes in these proposed 
regulations are not new, but are intended to provide clarification 
concerning how FEMA handles insurance issues in the Public Assistance 
program. The proposed rule only addresses post-disaster insurance 
requirements. It does not create any predisaster insurance 
requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: James A. Walke, Recovery Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-2751
Fax: 202 646-3304
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA32
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1446. ESTIMATING ELIGIBLE COST

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5172(e)(3)(C)

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise 44 CFR part 206, subpart H, to reflect 
changes in the way FEMA estimates the cost of repairing, restoring, 
reconstructing, or replacing a facility consistent with industry 
practices and in awarding Federal large project grants based on the 
application of floor and ceiling thresholds. This rule reflects the 
changes needed to put the new statutorily-mandated cost estimating 
procedures into effect.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: James Duffer, Recovery Division, Department of Homeland 
Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 500 C 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3532
Fax: 202 646-3304
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA33

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1447. ASSISTANCE PROGRAM UNDER THE 9/11 HEROES STAMP ACT OF 2001

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 107-67

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 153

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The 9/11 Heroes Stamp Act of 2001 directed the United States 
Postal Service to issue a semipostal stamp and distribute the proceeds 
through FEMA to the families of emergency relief personnel killed or 
permanently disabled while serving in the line of duty in connection 
with the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. This interim final 
rule would establish the mechanism through which FEMA would distribute 
these funds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Edge, Preparedness Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 866 887-9107
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________




1448.  NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (NFIP); STATE 
RENEWAL OF GROUP FLOOD INSURANCE POLICY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5178

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FEMA is proposing to amend the Group Flood Insurance Policy 
(GFIP) to allow the States to continue the coverage for all eligible 
individuals insured under the initial GFIP policy after it has expired, 
provided the States pay the entire premium.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Suzan Krowel, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3423
Fax: 202 646-4327
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________




1449.  PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE MITIGATION OF SEVERE 
REPETITIVE LOSS PROPERTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4102a

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would implement section 1361A of The National Flood 
Insurance Act of 1968, as amended, (the Act), which authorizes FEMA to 
implement a Pilot Program that would provide financial assistance to 
States and communities for activities to mitigate the risk of damage 
from future flooding to severe repetitive loss properties. The Pilot 
Program represents a concentrated effort to mitigate those insured 
properties that have suffered the greatest amount of damage in terms of 
claims against the National Flood Insurance Fund. Severe repetitive 
loss properties are defined in section 1361A(b)(1) of the Act as Single 
Family Properties consisting of one to four family residences that are 
covered under a contract for flood insurance made available under the 
Act which have had four or more claims with each claim exceeding $5,000 
and with the cumulative payments exceeding $20,000, or which have had 
at least two claim payments that cumulatively exceed the value of the 
property. The rule will identify program requirements including 
eligibility and matching requirements, as well as procedures for grant 
application, evaluation, award, and appeals. It will also implement 
provisions of the law that set forth implications for property owners 
who decline a mitigation offer under the Pilot Program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cecelia Rosenberg, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington , DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3321
Fax: 202 646-4127
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________




1450.  FLOOD MITIGATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4102a

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 78

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule will implement sections 1366 and 1367 
of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended, by section 103 
of the Bunning-Bereuter-Blumenauer Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004 
(Pub. L. 108-264), 42 U.S.C. 4102a. The rule will update the existing 
Flood Mitigation Assistance Program (FMA) by providing for an increased 
emphasis on planning and providing new incentives for States and 
communities to participate in the FMA through reduced cost-share 
requirements. The rule will also revise the existing allocations 
formula for FMA planning, project, and technical assistance funds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cecelia Rosenberg, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of

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Emergency Preparedness and Response, 500 C Street SW., Washington , DC 
20472
Phone: 202 646-3321
Fax: 202 646-4127
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1451.  GRANTS FOR REPETITIVE INSURANCE CLAIM 
PROPERTIES

Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4102a

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The interim final rule would implement section 1323 of the 
National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (the Act), as amended, to provide 
funding for mitigation actions that reduce flood damages to individual 
properties for which one or more claim payments for losses have been 
made under the National Flood Insurance Program. Grants for repetitive 
insurance claims properties may only be awarded: 1) if proposed 
mitigation activities are determined to be in the best interest of the 
National Flood Insurance Fund; and 2) if the State or community in 
which the property is located cannot meet the requirements of section 
1366 of the Act (the Flood Mitigation Assistance Program), or the State 
or community does not have the capacity to manage a mitigation project. 
The rule will address program requirements and procedures for 
determining eligibility for funding.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cecelia Rosenberg, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington , DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3321
Fax: 202 646-4127
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1452.  DISASTER ASSISTANCE; HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT 
PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5133

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206, Subpart N

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule would revise the existing regulations 
to implement amendments to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and 
Emergency Assistance Act that provide for delegating the administration 
and management of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) to States. 
These revisions include: 1) the criteria and process for designation as 
a Managing State; 2) the HMGP program authorities and responsibilities 
of Managing States, and of FEMA in working with Managing States; and 3) 
the evaluation process for Managing States. In addition, this interim 
final rule would amend the existing regulations to clarify the language 
of the rule in general, to more fully reflect program and grants 
management practices previously detailed in guidance, and to make the 
rule more reader-friendly.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Deborah Ingram, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-2856
Fax: 202 646-3104
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




1453.  PRE-DISASTER MITIGATION PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5133

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule would assist States, Indian tribal 
governments, and communities to implement a consistent predisaster 
natural hazard mitigation program to reduce overall risk to the 
population and structures, while also reducing reliance on funding from 
actual disaster declarations. This Pre-Disaster Mitigation program 
provides a significant opportunity to raise risk awareness and to 
reduce the Nation's disaster losses through predisaster mitigation 
planning, and the implementation of planned, preidentified, cost-
effective mitigation measures that are designed to reduce injuries, 
loss of life and damages and destruction of property from all hazards, 
including damage to critical facilities. The Robert T. Stafford 
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act provides a framework for 
linking pre-and post-disaster mitigation planning and projects with 
public and private interests to ensure an integrated, comprehensive 
approach to disaster loss reduction.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Karen Magnino, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington , DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3807
Fax: 202 646-4127
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




1454.  NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM; APPEAL OF 
DECISIONS RELATING TO FLOOD INSURANCE COVERAGE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: PL 108-264

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 62

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, December 30, 2004, By regulation

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FEMA has to establish an appeals process.
Section 205 requires the Director of FEMA to establish by regulation, 
an appeals process through which holders of a flood insurance policy 
may appeal the decisions, with respect to claims, proofs of loss, and 
loss estimates relating to such flood insurance policy of: (1) any 
insurance agent or adjuster, or insurance company; or (2) any employee 
or contractor of FEMA.

Abstract: This interim final rule would amend the National Flood 
Insurance Program regulations to incorporate the statutory changes in 
the Bunning-Bereuter-Blumenauer Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004 
(Pub. L. 108-264) enacted on June 30, 2004. Specifically, this rule 
addresses the requirements of section 205. Section 205 requires the 
Director of FEMA to establish by regulation, an appeals process through 
which holders of a flood insurance policy may appeal the decisions, 
with respect to claims, proofs of loss, and loss estimates relating to 
such flood insurance policy of: (1) any insurance agent or adjuster, or 
insurance company; or (2) any employee or contractor of FEMA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: James Shortley, Mitigation Division, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington , DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-3418
Fax: 202 646-4327
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA41
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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)                 Completed Actions


Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R)



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1455. DISASTER ASSISTANCE DEFINITIONS; STATUTORY CHANGE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 5121 to 5204(c)

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 206.2; 44 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the definitions of ``Local government,'' 
``State,'' and ``United States,'' as set forth in the Code of Federal 
Regulations, to coincide with those definitions established by the 
Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/03/04                    69 FR 24082
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/03/04
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/02/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 3067-AD26

Agency Contact: Michael S. Herman, Office of General Counsel, 
Department of Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness 
and Response, 500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-4097
Fax: 202 646-4536
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________




1456. PROGRAM FRAUD CIVIL REMEDIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 31 USC 3801 to 3812

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule implements the Program Fraud Civil 
Remedies Act of 1986, which is codified at 31 U.S.C. 3801-3812.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/16/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Jordan Fried, Office of General Counsel, Department of 
Homeland Security, Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response, 
500 C Street SW., Washington, DC 20472
Phone: 202 646-4105
Fax: 202 646-4536
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1660-AA31
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